Magic Opal Japanese iris
Iris ensata 'Magic Opal'
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
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Notes
'Magic Opal' Japanese iris (Iris ensata 'Magic Opal') 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. It blooms from early to late summer and draws butterflies and bees. It also tolerates salt. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Astilbe, Scorpion spotted beebalm, and Cinnamon fern.