Iris ensata 'Lion King' - Japanese Iris

Wow. If you want a plant that will stop your neighbors dead on the sidewalk it is impossible to look past the 'Lion King' Japanese Iris. The flowers on these plants can top out at stately 4 ft. At the top rises a gigantic 8" double bloom flower with edges of bright purple that feather into white and then yellow centers. Ruffles and folds give the flowers a depth of field that bring them to life when stirred by a gentle breeze. The bloom period for these iris are in the early summer and last around two week, but even after bloom the grasslike foliage is appealing in a garden. Plant a clump of these in a dedicated space and for two to three weeks you'll have something extremely special.