Iris laevigata

Iris laevigata, commonly known as Japanese water iris, is a clump-forming perennial with sword-shaped green leaves forming dense, upright foliage. In late spring to early summer, it produces large, flat flowers in shades of purple, blue, or violet with striking yellow or white markings, creating a bold and elegant display along pond edges and in shallow water.

This species is valuable for pollinators such as bees and butterflies and adds architectural interest to wetland planting schemes. Its upright, clump-forming habit and tolerance of consistently moist or shallowly submerged soil make it ideal for pond margins, bog gardens, and water features.