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In China, apparently the original home of the roof iris, where it has been grown since at least the seventh century, the plant grows on the ground like any sensible iris. But in Japan, it was found growing on the ridges of their thatched roofs. Apparently this tradition started in Japan because of a decree by a Japanese emperor during a period of wartime when it became illegal to waste land growing flowers. All available land had to be used for rice or vegetables. |
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Blooming season: Late spring to early summer Plant habit: Characteristics: Uses: |
Japanese Roof alba Spacing: 12-16" Height: 12-18" Exposure: Shade Large, white, crested flower with a yellow throat blooms at the end of arching stems. Leaves are light green, about a foot long, broadly sword shaped.
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401 Primrose Drive / Alabaster, Alabama 35007 /Office (205) 664-2964 / Fax (205) 664-2965 |
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