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 ...

Bearded irises grow from rhizomes, a modified stem that grows at or just below the soil surface. Rhizones are shallowly planted in the soil, so won’t disturb rose roots. Irises make good rose ...

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 ...

Refrigerating daffodil, narcissus and Dutch iris bulbs won't hurt the plants but it's not necessary. (Hector Amezcua for The Sacramento Bee) QUESTION: I have ordered several daffodil, narcissus and ...

Q Can daylilies change color? My friends seem to think these beautiful purple blooms are Dutch irises or another type of iris. I suspect they are daylilies that have changed their color from last year ...

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 ...

Master Gardeners answer on how to divide those gorgeous, showy irises Question: Only a few of my bearded irises bloomed this season. They’re forming large clumps and seem to be getting pushed out of ...

To Florida natives and northern transplants, the stunning symmetry of irises seems limited to the pages of gardening magazines. But our balmy climate, combined with a little creative plant shopping, ...