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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 are, undoubtedly, the tall standouts of the spring bulbs, with their showstopper flowers, complete with the ruffled edges that give them their name. If you’re looking for more variety, ...

A rainbow of color is about to appear in the swamps and gardens of Louisiana, just as Carnival season fades away. Louisiana irises (Iris brevicaulis, Iris fulva, Iris giganticaerulea, Iris hexagona ...

Learn why irises produce leaves but no flowers and how to get blooms next season.

Q: My husband, Gary, found one blooming iris and six buds in our flower garden on Oct. 26, which was amazing to be blooming so late! I brought the buds inside and put them in a vase with water, and ...

Cut lawn grass high and often so you don't get masses of clips like these. The ample moisture of May got our lawns off to a good start. You've probably been cutting at least weekly and generating lots ...

Irises are stunning additions to gardens, but it can be challenging having to wait until well into June for your large bearded irises and perhaps even until July for your Japanese irises. Fortunately, ...