Japanese Iris, Ruby King

Iris ensata

$19.99

Outdoor Plant Size

Back for the 2026 season.

Big deep-purple flowers have a flag of bright yellow at the base of the petals. 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.

Mature Height: 24 - 36"

Mature Spread: 3' - 5'

Sunlight Exposure: Sun, Partial

Water Needs: High

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase and confident in your gardening experience. Plants in healthy condition may be returned within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. Non-plant items may also be returned within 14 days if unused and in original packaging. A receipt is required.

Please Note: Images on our website or tags may show plants at full maturity or in bloom. Actual plants may vary in size, maturity, and seasonal appearance at time of purchase.

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase and confident in your gardening experience. Plants in healthy condition may be returned within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. Non-plant items may also be returned within 14 days if unused and in original packaging. A receipt is required.

Please Note: Images on our website or tags may show plants at full maturity or in bloom. Actual plants may vary in size, maturity, and seasonal appearance at time of purchase.

Plant Profile

Japanese Iris, Ruby King

Sunlight Exposure

Sun, Partial

Water Needs

High

Landscape Use

Border

Growth Rate

Moderate

Growth Shape

Clumping

Flowering Season

Summer

Foliage Color

Green

Pest + Disease Resistance

Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

Pollinator + Wildlife Support

None

Season of Interest

Summer

Fall Color

Green

Garden Performance & Beauty

Flowers for Cutting

Environmental Tolerances

Cold Tolerant, Juglone (Black Walnut) Tolerant

Winter Foliage

Deciduous

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