Japanese Iris
Iris ensata
(EYE-ris) (en-SA-tuh)
This was the lone flower that
we got when dividing some of the Japanese Iris at work last year. I am hoping that they
will come back with a vengeance this year. You will usually find this type of
Iris tucked into any garden that we build or tend to. While slightly more expensive than
bearded or Siberian Iris they are well worth it. I. ensata has the largest
flower in the Iris family and is a strong grower.
Speaking of things coming
back I was astounded by the fact that many of the annuals we planted in
containers in Manhattan last year seemed to overwinter. The Petunias,
Superbells and Cannas were all growing strong when we visited the roof top
garden yesterday. The Cannas weren't that unusual but the Marigolds and Petunias were. That is the first time I had seen that in 25+ years of gardening. Nature
always has surprises for me but that really floored me.
1 comment:
Great violet color on this Japanese Iris! Thanks for sharing!
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