It’s Spring in the Mid-Atlantic area of the U.S. and our “Lady Friend” Bearded Iris are blooming! These Irises are so beautiful in color that they remind us of raspberry lollipops! We have more Irises this year because it rained quite a bit this Spring. Therefore, we have learned that Irises like to stay hydrated. To learn the secret to continuous Iris blooms every year, click here.
For the beginner gardener, Irises are very easy to plant and grow. The most important aspect of planting Irises is to make sure the rhizome is at the surface of the ground. Irises like the necks to be clear of soil. For details on How to Plant and Grow Irises, click here.
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