It's a magical time when bearded iris flowers unfurl their pencil-slim buds to reveal a kaleidoscope of color in spring. Once commonly called flags, these perennials flourish in USDA Zones 3-9, where ...

I’ve had iris for several years, but they didn’t seem to bloom as much this year as usual. Any suggestions? GM There are some 200 to 300 varieties of iris, but I am guessing you are talking about the ...

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 ...

Which perennial flower has the greatest range of colors? It’s iris, appropriately named after the goddess of the rainbow, available in white, yellow, blue, purple, lavender, orange, rust, brown, black ...

Irises grow easily in the garden, however, gardeners should give the flowering-plants attention in August, says experts. By dividing and replanting clumps that have become too large, gardeners can ...

Question: Our African irises have been in bloom after forming a large clump. When can they be divided and how to make smaller clusters? Answer: After enjoying the spring display of blooms it’s time to ...

Few flowering perennials provide more enjoyment for less effort than iris. With colorful blooms that rival those of orchids in intricacy, irises grow easily in the garden. Seemingly, without a care in ...

Now is the perfect time to divide your irises as the soil has been loosened by recent rains. Irises are one of the easiest perennials to grow in our area. Johnson County K-State Research & Extension ...

Nearly every yard in Kansas contains bearded irises. Irises are well-suited to this area, because they can tolerate poor soils and severe drought conditions. Their beautiful flowers, which come in so ...