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 ...

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 ...

In today's "Growing Together" column, Don Kinzler explains why it's important to divide the perennial flower named after the goddess of the rainbow and how to do it in August. Iris, named after the ...

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 ...

Irises, named for the Greek goddess of the rainbow, prefer full sun, but will tolerate some shade. Divide iris every three or four years. August and continuing into September is the best time to ...

Iris have an interesting origin story. Their name traces back to Greek mythology where the goddess Iris was the goddess of rainbows. According to the mythology, she also served as a messenger for the ...

One reader asks how to divide up bearded irises to produce healthier blooms. Another questions what to look for when buying spring blooming bulbs. Two garden experts share their advice. Darlene F. of ...

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 ...

August is the month that we divide the iris. There is no questioning the reason why. After about two years – three, tops – iris clumps will grow too thick and the blooms aren’t as spectacular as they ...

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 ...

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 ...