Description of Iris ensata 'Fortune'

Iris ensata 'Fortune' is a Japanese iris with large early-summer flowers and strong clump growth. It suits bog gardens where the soil stays wet and rich.

Appearance

It forms upright fans of leaves and produces broad blooms on tall stems in early summer. Height is usually 70 to 100cm in flower.

Care Guide

It needs constant moisture in spring and early summer while it is building flower stems.

• Sun: Full sun.
• Soil: Moisture-retentive, humus-rich soil.
• Water: Keep consistently moist while in growth.
• Feeding: Light spring feed.
• Division: Divide in spring if clumps crowd.

Growing in a sunk basket makes it easier to keep the crown at the right level in liner bogs.

Suitability for Bog Garden

This suits bog gardens and damp pond edges. Plant in groups for a stronger show.

Avoid dry soil in spring.

FAQ