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Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. 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 the foliage.

Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. 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 the foliage.

(Iris germanica) These large ruffled flowers bloom in late spring and again in early to mid fall. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth. Leave the trimmed foliage as it is, and simply bury the rhizome with the...

Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. 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 the foliage.

Growing Bearded Irises These majestic flowers are surprisingly easy to grow, and actually require less attention than almost any other garden flowers. (Iris germanica) Its delicate ruffles and sweet fragrance make it a true classic.

‘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.

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. Blooms in June and again in fall, it's a critter resistant favorite! (Iris germanica)

(Iris germanica) 'Magical Encounter' doesn't fade in the sunlight and is deer and rabbit resistant. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth.

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. Growing Bearded Irises These majestic flowers are surprisingly easy to grow, and actually...

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.

(Iris germanica) Once matured, 'Silverado' has tall, sturdy stems that each produce 8-9 buds. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth. Leave the trimmed foliage as it is, and simply bury the rhizome with the top...

(Iris germanica) With extra ruffles, this iris boast petals in tones of lavender, pink and peach. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth. Leave the trimmed foliage as it is, and simply bury the rhizome with the...

(Iris germanica) The contrast of the crisp lavender standards and velvety dark purple falls brings great color and texture to the sunny garden. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth.

(Iris germanica) The contrasting apricot orange beard adds the perfect finishing detail. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth. Leave the trimmed foliage as it is, and simply bury the rhizome with the top of...

(Iris germanica) Its yellow standards flow into the pale-purple falls effortlessly. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth. Leave the trimmed foliage as it is, and simply bury the rhizome with the top of it showing...

(Iris germanica) It's hard to resist the allure of its large vibrant flowers! Easy to grow and deer resistant. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth.

Sometimes it's the quiet flowers that get the attention. 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 irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. 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 the foliage.

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). A real garden stand-out! (Iris germanica)

(Iris germanica) This easy-to-grow bearded iris blooms late in the season and is deer resistant. Your iris roots will arrive with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth. Leave the trimmed foliage as it is, and simply bury the rhizome with the...

‘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.

‘All About Spring' Bearded Iris shimmers with subtle lavender petals, edged in a buttery yellow. An easy-care favorite! (Iris germanica) 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. 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 the foliage.

They are all alive. That became years.And these sun-starved fellows (pictured on the left) were planted in the corner of what was once a sunny flower bed under a small maple tree. Yes, it was I who left them in the cardboard box ...

Often their entire garden is turned over to this aristocratic flower. Autumn Circus is a profuse bloomer in the spring with a high bud count. Not “just another white and blue iris”, Autumn Circus is white with elegant violet-blue veins that look as...