Zone:  4-9
Height:  50-100cm (2-3 ft) with tall, arching flower stalk
Spread:  30 cm (12 in); gently self-sows new corms to make a colony
Bloom:  August-September; series of hood-like flowers blushed mauve on the outside, with light yellow & mauve markings inside
Foliage:  Narrow grey-green lance leaves
Light:  Full to part sun
Water:  Moderate to none (once established); avoid wet crowns and roots
Soil:  Average; good drainage
Maintenance:  Cut dead stems at season's end
Garden site:  Mid to back area of perennial bed; lovely against dark background; beautiful alone or paired with late blooming mauve and light yellow flowers