Butterflies in Flight Japanese iris
Iris ensata 'Butterflies in Flight'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds wet soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
Garden uses
Notes
'Butterflies in Flight' Japanese iris (Iris ensata 'Butterflies in Flight') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, and rain gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and wet soil. It blooms from early to late summer. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal. Cut the stems for bouquets when the buds open.
Pairs well with Tussock sedge, Ironweed, and Meadowsweet.