When clumps of Iris become too dense it can restrict your plants ability to flower profusely. When this happens, it is ...

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 ...

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 ...

(WLUK) -- The Green Bay Botanical Garden is sharing tips as people get the itch to get in their gardens. Lindsay Hendricks, Assistant Director of Horticulture, shows how to easily divide iris plants ...

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 ...

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 ...

Q: I was wondering, when is the best time is to split hostas and irises? I have heard conflicting times. A: Hostas divide best right before new growth begins in spring - or just as they're getting ...

Louisiana Iris grows at the New Orleans Botanical Garden on Monday, March 21, 2016. (Photo by Chris Granger, Nola.com | The Times-Picayune) (CHRIS GRANGER) This week's gardening tips: After a summer ...

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 ...

Here are tips for growing irises successfully: – Plant or divide irises in July and August. The site should be well-drained and receive as much sun as possible. Full sun is best. – Fertilize irises in ...

Many local gardeners want to use more native plants in their landscapes. There are wonderful trees, shrubs, vines and herbaceous plants native to Louisiana and the Gulf Coastal area that are excellent ...