In my past articles I've discussed some of the various classes of Bearded Irises. To date, there are some 80,000 cultivars ...

The mythology of the iris dates back to Ancient Greece — the goddess Iris personified the rainbow and acted as the link between heaven and earth. Irises are among the most beloved and easy to grow ...

If you want beautiful blooms from your bearded irises in the spring, these late summer maintenance tasks are key. Luckily, ...

Even though bearded irises are tough plants, some maintenance will help the plants look great year after year. Consider snapping spent flower heads off every day or two during the bloom season. This ...

"When I say bearded iris, I'm not talking about the whiskered lady in a sideshow" said Kelly Norris. "Few flowers are as user friendly as bearded iris." Kelly is already a seasoned speaker at the age ...

Lori Rhodes, owner of Crafton Hills Iris Farm, will present “Growing Tall Bearded Irises With Success” when the Redlands Horticultural and Improvement Society meets 7 p.m. Thursday, May 18, at the ...

Iris are deer resistant, drought tolerant, have showy blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and are lovely as cut flowers. Late summer is a great time to divide iris clumps. Ideally, plan ...

FARGO - Last weekend I took my wife, Mary, on a romantic getaway. I found the perfect destination. Yes, we drove to the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum near Chaska. You're probably ...

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As a child growing up in the mountains of Western North Carolina, I thought irises were part of the orchid family because their blooms were just as spectacular and exotic. I would find native irises ...

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