As gardeners, we often find ourselves in a bit of a predicament. First of all, if we admit it, we want all the flowers. We also like to share our flowers. I would guess that irises are one of the more ...

If you want your irises (Iridaceae spp.) to put on a real show next spring, don't reach for the clippers too soon. It's easy to get impatient when the flower stalks start to flop in midsummer, but ...

Fall is here—the season of colorful leaves, pumpkins galore, and of course, mums. It's also the perfect time of year to divide some of your perennials. Not only is this important for the health of ...

With so many gorgeous varieties of bearded iris available, it's hard to know where to begin. Enter professional gardener Peg Aloi for a list of her favorites.

Irises should be cut back after blooming to prevent energy loss in seed production and promote robust root growth. Remove unhealthy leaves promptly to prevent the spread of diseases or pests and check ...