Katy Mendez Japanese iris

Garden uses

Notes

'Katy Mendez' Japanese iris (Iris ensata 'Katy Mendez') 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 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 start to open.

Pairs well with Overdam feather reed grass, Kopper King aloalo, and Shamrock inkberry.