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

Renowned for colorful flowers that often have detailed markings, irises are some of the most popular cottage garden plants. As a former professional gardener, I have grown many different species ...

Irises are such a broad group of flowering plants that choosing varieties for your garden can be overwhelming. There are over three hundred species, and plant breeders have been creating tons of ...

Iris blooming in the fall? Yes, these stately inflorescences announcing that spring has come can also brighten the fall garden if they are ‘Rebloomer’ irises. The iris is often a backbone of color for ...

The showy blooms of irises are iconic. Though there are many varieties, this early-blooming iris can actually be grown in ...

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 ...

With showy flowers and undemanding personalities, irises are stars of springtime gardens throughout Ohio. They are named after the Greek goddess of the rainbow, Iris, attesting to their wide range of ...

The bearded iris is beloved for its large, showy, fragrant flowers. It has six petals: three upright or standard, three drooping or falling, and a frilly beard in the center that leads pollinators to ...

Q: My friend told me I should send you this photo of irises blooming, which was taken Nov. 11 at Bethany Church, Fargo. Some plants had more buds ready to open. — Elizabeth. A: We’re all in this ...

Dear Carol: My crowded irises were in such need for division that I couldn't take it. I dug them up, divided them all correctly (what a sight -- three to four fully formed rhizomes all branching off ...

Q: Please discuss iris rot (the leaves and stalk slimy with foul odor). What fungicide do you recommend? Will the disease travel to the healthy plants? A: Iris rot is a common problem in established ...