Divide irises when they are dormant in midsummer. After blooming in spring, plants slowly move into a dormant period that ...

For gardeners looking for a smaller non-bearded iris to grow in container gardens, consider the bright dwarf crested iris, or ...

The Siberian iris has become a favorite of landscapers. They are very hardy and form beautiful clumps of grass-like foliage.

Siberian irises are herbaceous perennials, meaning they produce fresh foliage every spring. These are tallish, narrow, vertical leaves that rise about 3 feet and are accompanied by tall stems ...

The late Currier McEwen of Harpswell hybridized dozens of Siberian irises. A collection of his irises will go on display at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.

Japanese iris foliage also has a very distinct raised central rib, which the Siberians do not. Siberian irises grow 2-4 feet tall and bloom several weeks after bearded irises.

A 32-inch bearded iris named Judy Mogil sports large blooms in a flattened form with lavender blue standards and an irregular pattern of color.

No perennial garden is complete without irises The iris is well-named after the goddess of the rainbow, and few perennials can match the wide-ranging assortment of colors.

Siberian irises are herbaceous perennials, meaning they produce fresh foliage every spring. These are tallish, narrow, vertical leaves that rise about 3 feet and are accompanied by tall stems ...

Fertilize Siberian irises, summer phlox (P. paniculata) and Shasta daisies with a light application of balanced fertilizer. Divide spring blooming perennials after they finish blooming.