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 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 ...

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 ...

Question: I have mature bearded, Siberian and Japanese irises in the garden at the older house we bought this year. These have all finished blooming. How do I best care for them now through the summer ...

While July gardening chores revolve around watering, weeding, deadheading and helping plants through the heat, those chores might include transplanting bearded iris and watching for powdery mildew on ...

Bearded irises have come a long way from the simple Iris pallida fondly called “Grandma’s flags” and grown in so many gardens many decades ago. Named for the Goddess of the Rainbow in Greek mythology, ...