Iris tectorum 'Alba' - White Japanese Roof Iris pickup this deciduous small to medium

this deciduous small to medium tree is noted for its large leaves that colour well in autumn with rich red and yellow hues

Mass clusters of pure white flowers appear in late Spring or early Summer

one for the collectors

In autumn this shrub turns a fantastic yellow

Growing to about 1-2m tall

Iris tectorum 'Alba' - White Japanese Roof Iris pickup this deciduous small to mediumThe white variety of this normally purple iris has an interesting tale. Actually a native to China at some point they made their way to Japan. However owing to a decree by an early emperor during a time of war that only rice and vegetables will be grown in the ground, No Flowers! The ever resourceful Japanese grew these in their thatched roof, hence the name. A slow grower, they prefer moist soils in part sun.