Carol Johnson Japanese iris
Iris ensata 'Carol Johnson'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall12+ inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
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Notes
'Carol Johnson' Japanese iris (Iris ensata 'Carol Johnson') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and rain gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. It blooms from early to late summer and draws butterflies and bees. It also tolerates salt.
Pairs well with Astilbe, Alexander loosestrife, and Scorpion spotted beebalm.