Cascade Spice Japanese Iris

Iris ensata 'Cascade Spice'

Pronunciation: EYE-ris en-SA-tuh
SKU #01647
4-9

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Keep soil moist to wet.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 24 to 36 in. tall, 18 in. wide.

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Description Ruffled white flowers with an outer band of purple. Blooms rise above the narrow green foliage on stiff stems - a great pick for cut flower arrangements. Excellent near water features, in damp borders, at the edge of ponds or streams, or even in pots plunged halfway to the rim in water gardens. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Spring and summer
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container
Design Ideas Water iris will grow well in water gardens or in low, soggy ground. A great plant for backyard ponds or larger container water gardens.
Flower Color Purple
Foliage Color Gray-green
Companion Plants Bee Balm (Monarda); Turtlehead (Chelone); Spiderwort (Tradescantia); Cardinal Flower (Lobelia); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium)
Care Instructions Provide organically rich, humusy, acidic, moisture retentive soil. Maintain evenly moist soil in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, tolerates soggy soils and standing water in growing season; reduce soil moisture in winter to prevent root rot. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge.
Lore Japanese irises are typically the latest of iris to bloom, about a month after Siberian irises.
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DescriptionRuffled white flowers with an outer band of purple. Blooms rise above the narrow green foliage on stiff stems - a great pick for cut flower arrangements. Excellent near water features, in damp borders, at the edge of ponds or streams, or even in pots plunged halfway to the rim in water gardens. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeSpring and summer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Design IdeasWater iris will grow well in water gardens or in low, soggy ground. A great plant for backyard ponds or larger container water gardens.
Flower ColorPurple
Foliage ColorGray-green
Companion PlantsBee Balm (Monarda); Turtlehead (Chelone); Spiderwort (Tradescantia); Cardinal Flower (Lobelia); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide organically rich, humusy, acidic, moisture retentive soil. Maintain evenly moist soil in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, tolerates soggy soils and standing water in growing season; reduce soil moisture in winter to prevent root rot. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge.
History
LoreJapanese irises are typically the latest of iris to bloom, about a month after Siberian irises.

Frequently asked questions

Does Cascade Spice Japanese Iris produce flowers?
Spring and summer
Is Cascade Spice Japanese Iris evergreen or deciduous?
Cascade Spice Japanese Iris is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Cascade Spice Japanese Iris?
Cascade Spice Japanese Iris is Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Cascade Spice Japanese Iris resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Cascade Spice Japanese Iris grow?
Cascade Spice Japanese Iris has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Cascade Spice Japanese Iris in my landscape?
Cascade Spice Japanese Iris is suitable for: Border, Container.
How can I use Cascade Spice Japanese Iris in my garden design?
Water iris will grow well in water gardens or in low, soggy ground. A great plant for backyard ponds or larger container water gardens.
What color are Cascade Spice Japanese Iris flowers?
Cascade Spice Japanese Iris produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Cascade Spice Japanese Iris?
Cascade Spice Japanese Iris has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Cascade Spice Japanese Iris?
Good companion plants for Cascade Spice Japanese Iris include: Bee Balm (Monarda); Turtlehead (Chelone); Spiderwort (Tradescantia); Cardinal Flower (Lobelia); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium).
How do I care for Cascade Spice Japanese Iris?
Provide organically rich, humusy, acidic, moisture retentive soil. Maintain evenly moist soil in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, tolerates soggy soils and standing water in growing season; reduce soil moisture in winter to prevent root rot. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.