It's a magical time when bearded iris flowers unfurl their pencil-slim buds to reveal a kaleidoscope of color in spring. Once commonly called flags, these perennials flourish in USDA Zones 3-9, where ...

Bearded irises are, undoubtedly, the tall standouts of the spring bulbs, with their showstopper flowers, complete with the ruffled edges that give them their name. If you’re looking for more variety, ...

During the autumn months it is very important to help many of our herbaceous perennials 'go to rest' over winter. One plant ...

Discover seven perennial bulbs to plant in spring for summer and fall color that returns every year. Spring offers a second ...

The iris is the birth flower of February, the month in which I was born. The Dwarf Lake Iris is the state wildflower of Michigan, where I’m from. There is an iris named “Clarence,” the most handsome ...

Showy irises are standouts in any flower garden, whether you use them as a border or as the star of the show. The distinct shape and petal arrangement make these flowers easy to identify, even though ...

One of the oldest and best-known perennials in the home landscape is the bearded iris, sometimes called a German iris or a flag. But the genus Iris contains almost 300 species, and many irises have ...

Next time you see a Monet or Van Gogh painting, you may recognize bearded irises as a favorite landscape subject. Right now is the best time to plant bearded irises. These perennials are a perfect ...

A friend of mine said she had bearded irises that had beautiful blooms this spring. Unfortunately, they have spread too much and she needs to divide and move them to another location. Irises are ...

Gardeners who appreciate blooms of many colors are invited to become dazzled at the 2017 Iris Show, convened by the Monterey Bay Iris Society, the local chapter of the American Iris Society. The ...