Exceptionally hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, bearded irises are one of the easiest perennials to grow in cold-weather regions. Though they are mostly care-free, these irises do need to ...

Many of the perennial plants in our landscapes are slowing down at this time of year. With fall and winter drawing near, a season of dormancy is approaching for these plants. Not so for Louisiana ...

I got an email a few years ago from a person asking why his irises were not blooming. I have had an iris in my garden bed for as long as I can remember. My parents grew iris when I was growing up at ...

All gardeners understand the unique kind of urgency that hits at least once a season—the moment you glance at your flower beds and realize half your perennials are staging a crowded riot. Roots tangle ...

Irises are low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants, but these five tasks will help them thrive – this is exactly how to care ...

Planting depth secrets: Experts stress that rhizomes should sit at or just above the soil surface for best blooms, as planting too deep leads to leafy growth without flowers. Sun over water: Irises ...