Irises are beautiful flowers with incredible diversity! With more than 70,000 registered varieties, these striking perennials can be planted across almost the entire U.S., except some extremely hot ...

Bearded Iris germanica are some of the most lovely late spring / early summer flowering perennials. They produce beautiful ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. When is the best time to cut the leaves of Louisiana iris plants? They bloomed ...

Named for the Greek goddess of rainbows and personal messenger of the gods, iris flowers are known for their arching petals, vibrant colors, and intoxicating scent. A stunning addition to any garden, ...

With so many gorgeous varieties of bearded iris available, it's hard to know where to begin. Enter professional gardener Peg ...

Bearded irises (Iris germanica) are vigorous perennials that bloom in spring in a rainbow of colors (in fact, the name iris refers to the Greek goddess of the rainbow). Bearded irises increase in size ...

Irises should be cut back after blooming to prevent energy loss in seed production and promote robust root growth. Remove unhealthy leaves promptly to prevent the spread of diseases or pests and check ...

Among my favorite spring wildflowers are the amazingly beautiful native Louisiana iris species. You may see them blooming in swampy or boggy areas or in ditches along roads. In gardens and landscapes, ...

As gardeners, we often find ourselves in a bit of a predicament. First of all, if we admit it, we want all the flowers. We also like to share our flowers. I would guess that irises are one of the more ...