Siberian irises can be successfully grown in Colorado. They are hardier than either the German bearded or Japanese iris, both in withstanding severe climatic conditions and in withstanding the ...

Even though it doesn’t quite feel like spring, it’s not too early to start planning your garden and spring planting. Although many iris varieties are planted in the fall, there is a variety of the ...

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 ...

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 ...

Irises are divine, especially the stately tall bearded irises, the ones that most people picture when they hear the word "iris." If you have an eye for irises, here are some tips on how to get the ...

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 ...

Although it was the flower emblem of the French kings–the original fleur-de-lis–the iris is not too caught up in its regal lineage to be at home in today’s informal gardens. Irises range from ...

An early season garden tour showcased various blooming flowers, including peonies, amsonia, chives, poppies and yarrows. The tour highlighted several iris varieties, notably the large, uniquely ...

Q. My Siberian iris did not bloom well this year. Now I have little black bugs making holes all over the seedpods. What are they and what can I do to save my iris plants? — Pamela, Rock Hill A. The ...