[Iris kaempferi var. spontanea] 'Sword-leaved Iris' or 'Japanese Water Iris' Iridaceae.
Purple-violet colored flowers on 20 inch tall scapes. large flowers with yellow mottling at center, on plants with grass like foliage. Blooms late spring and early summer.
Zones (4)5-9. Native from Eastern Asia were it is found in Damp areas along rivers and near lakes. Soak seed in a glass of hot water for three days, changing the water with fresh hot water every 24 hours. Lightly cover seeds and keep moist at room temps for 3 weeks. Place in fridge for 12 weeks, then move to 65F. Germinations starts in one week and can last for many months. Keep seed trays with any ungerminated seeds for two years and over winter outside.
20 seeds.
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