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Butterflies In Flight Japanese Iris

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$49.95 - $74.95
This product does not ship to: AZ, OR
Light Needs

Light Needs

Full Sun
(At Least 6 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height

Mature Height

2-3 Feet
Mature Spread

Mature Spread

18 Inches
Growing Zones

Growing Zones

4 to 9

Graceful petals that look ready to lift off—Butterflies In Flight Japanese Iris brings a luminous lavender-blue bloom with a soft yellow signal that reads from across the garden. Tall, elegant stems and swordlike leaves create a refined vertical accent that’s equally at home by a pond edge or in a mixed border.

This perennial loves consistent moisture and rewards you with large, ruffled flowers in early to midsummer. Plant a small drift for a “flock” effect, cut a few stems for vases, and enjoy reliable performance with simple seasonal care.

Butterflies In Flight Japanese Iris Care

Give 6 or more hours of sun daily; in hot-summer regions, provide afternoon shade to preserve flower color and foliage. Plant in rich, organic, well-drained but consistently moist soil; aim for a slightly acidic pH of 5.5–6.5. Water to keep the root zone evenly damp, especially from spring through bloom; never let pots or beds dry out completely.

In water gardens, grow in a container with the crown at or just above soil level and set so water is at or up to 1 inch above the soil surface during active growth; remove from standing water before winter in cold climates.

Mulch 2–3 inches to hold moisture, keeping mulch off the crown. Feed in early spring with an acid-loving, slow-release fertilizer or a light compost top-dress; repeat lightly after bloom. Deadhead spent flowers for tidiness; cut foliage back to a few inches after frost. Divide every 3–4 years in late summer to early fall. Hardy in USDA zones 4–9.

Butterflies In Flight Japanese Iris Spacing

For a single specimen, allow an 18–24 inch circle. For a showy drift or pond-edge ribbon, plant 12–18 inches on center so clumps knit without crowding. Keep at least 18 inches from paths to accommodate upright foliage and flower spread.

In containers, use a 12–16 inch wide pot at least 10–12 inches deep with drainage; set the pot within a watertight sleeve or shallow pond shelf to maintain consistent moisture.

Why Grow Butterflies In Flight Japanese Iris?

  • Large, ruffled blooms in lavender-blue with a soft yellow throat
  • Thrives in consistently moist sites—perfect for pond edges and rain gardens
  • Strong, upright stems for striking cut flowers
  • Attracts pollinators while adding elegant, architectural foliage
  • Low-maintenance routine with simple dividing and seasonal cleanup

Plant Butterflies In Flight Japanese Iris where the soil stays moist and the sun is kind, and enjoy a serene, butterfly-like display that stops visitors in their tracks each summer. It’s refined color and texture with refreshingly easy care.

SKU: PER-IRS-BTF-LGL
Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Quart Pot

Also Known As:
Quart

Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year

Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"

Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W

Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
2.5 Quart

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"

Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W

Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
#1 Pot

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"

Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W

Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
#2 Pot

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"

Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W

Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
#3 Pot

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"

Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W

Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
#5 Pot

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon

Plant Age:
~3-4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"

Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W

Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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