Butterfly Iris

Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. You'll find the "root" is not really a bulb, but what is called a "rhizome"--an irregularly...

Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. You'll find the "root" is not really a bulb, but what is called a "rhizome"--an irregularly...

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. You'll find the "root" is not really a bulb, but what is called a "rhizome"--an irregularly...

Plant in a garden that allows space to grow and plenty of full sun. What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

‘Mother Earth' Reblooming Bearded Iris harmonizes in pastel pinks and lavenders with cloud-like white ruffled petals floating above and buttercup yellow beards. Soothing, yet elegant, this flower is in motion with the lightest breeze.

Blooms in June and again in fall, it's a critter resistant favorite! (Iris germanica) A study in contrasts, ‘Swept Off My Feet' Reblooming Bearded Iris draws the eye to feast upon a pure white petal edged and topped off by deep purples and violets.

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

(Iris germanica) Golden-yellow standard petals contrast wonderfully with magenta and yellow streaked falls. You'll find the "root" is not really a bulb, but what is called a "rhizome"--an irregularly shaped bulbous root that grows at a right angle from...

Soft hues of golden yellow, plum and rose are highlights of ‘In Living Color' Bearded Iris. Ruffled petals abound as the bright gold standards (upright petals) harmonize with the violet-rose petals edged in a gilt golden band.

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

Its luscious chocolate coloring with a golden center changes to golden yellow a few days later, creating a beautiful duo of color in one flower! Tall and sturdy, with big blooms, this is a must-have Bearded Iris! (Iris germanica)

Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. You'll find the "root" is not really a bulb, but what is called a "rhizome"--an irregularly...

A real garden stand-out! (Iris germanica) Warm and luscious, ‘Full of Magic' Bearded Iris conjures a rich palette of peachy pink standards (upright petals), cascading into veined deep rose falls (downward petals).

What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome.

‘Final Episode's' Reblooming Bearded Iris lemon yellow standards (upright petals) flutter gaily over violet-purple falls (downward petals), glazed with a burgundy finish. Elegant and showy, they stand tall – a perfect backdrop for other colorful flowers...

Like a piece of pure blue sky fallen to your garden, ‘Astro Blue' Bearded Iris brings wake-up color to your flower bed. Standing tall at up to 36", the pure azure blooms are a mid-season garden stand-out.

An easy-care favorite! (Iris germanica) ‘All About Spring' Bearded Iris shimmers with subtle lavender petals, edged in a buttery yellow. With huge 7 ½" blooms it's a garden star! Blooming in mid-to-late spring, its sweet fragrance and delicate colors...

A wee lass in the Bearded Iris world, ‘Wild Irish Rose', will brighten up a corner and mix well with other late spring blooming perennials. Lots of small rosy-orchid colored blooms with tangerine-orange beards infuse the garden with cheerful color.

Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by. You'll find the "root" is not really a bulb, but what is called a "rhizome"--an irregularly...

Can anyone say, "Procrastinator"?A testament to the fortitude of the iris, these guys have lived like this over several seasons. Much good instruction can be found right here, both onAn iris plan evolves over time.

There are plenty of flowers to cut for yourself, share with friends and still leave some for the garden to enjoy. Autumn Circus Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Autumn Circus') is one of those that every iris lover has, or wants to have, in the garden.