A beloved hardy perennial in many gardens, the "flag" or "sword lily" is also the stylized flower of the classic "fleur-de-lis" pattern found in ancient coats of arms, wallcoverings and carved reliefs.
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The Irises discussion forum at Dave's Garden. A beloved hardy perennial in many gardens, the "flag" or "sword lily" is also the stylized flower of the classic "fleur-de-lis" pattern found in ancient coats of arms, wallcoverings and carved reliefs...… Read More
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ID please?
started by louisianamom
last post by louisianamomApr 03, 20071Apr 03, 2007 -
Tazzy
started by hope43
last post by billyporterApr 03, 200744Apr 03, 2007 -
Cruel joke.....
started by NeilTR
last post by lauriefApr 03, 20076Apr 03, 2007 -
Mislabeled plant
started by gessieviolet
last post by gessievioletApr 02, 20075Apr 02, 2007 -
My new Iris
started by dun1kirk
last post by NeilTRApr 02, 20074Apr 02, 2007 -
Confused about watering needs.
started by Cordeledawg
last post by CordeledawgApr 02, 20079Apr 02, 2007 -
Seedlings
started by phicks
last post by hugeposiepatchApr 02, 20071Apr 02, 2007 -
Tall Bearded S
started by avmoran
last post by Texas_DoodlebugApr 01, 200767Apr 01, 2007 -
Species Iris bucharica
started by pardalinum
last post by sjmsMar 30, 20074Mar 30, 2007 -
I Bought Some Iris!
started by KarenB61
last post by WUVIEMar 30, 20072Mar 30, 2007
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Anyone know the id??
started by seedpicker_TX
last post by seedpicker_TXMar 30, 200710Mar 30, 2007 -
Question ?
started by phicks
last post by rshadlowMar 29, 20071Mar 29, 2007 -
Looking for Dramatic Arts
started by Sugarbean1
last post by constance22Mar 28, 20074Mar 28, 2007 -
Fall 06 Iris planted in Zone 5 that have sunk into their bed
started by onegoodman1955
last post by inandaMar 28, 20072Mar 28, 2007 -
First iris set to bloom
started by maryyx
last post by WandasflowersMar 28, 20076Mar 28, 2007 -
X post: Companion plants for irises?
started by phuggins
last post by WandasflowersMar 28, 20074Mar 28, 2007 -
Devoted Canadian Iris Lovers
started by Moby
last post by pollykMar 27, 200725Mar 27, 2007 -
Irises over-wintering in pots
started by constance22
last post by IrisLover79Mar 27, 200723Mar 27, 2007 -
Waiting for new blooms-my unknowns
started by Tntigger
last post by TntiggerMar 26, 200737Mar 26, 2007 -
Tall Bearded P
started by avmoran
last post by pollykMar 26, 200730Mar 26, 2007
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Late Season Iris Trades
started by cathysplants
last post by pajaritomtMar 26, 200718Mar 26, 2007 -
Leaves from last year, what to do with them in the spring?
started by intercessor
last post by lauriefMar 26, 20076Mar 26, 2007 -
Iris in Italy
started by pajaritomt
last post by leafladyMar 25, 20073Mar 25, 2007 -
Zone 7b, iris blooming in February
started by baagrant
last post by WUVIEMar 25, 20071Mar 25, 2007 -
Can Iris tubers be moved in spring?
started by baylady
last post by bayladyMar 25, 200723Mar 25, 2007 -
Looking to trade hexagona for pseudacorus...
started by WUVIE
last post by pollykMar 24, 20073Mar 24, 2007 -
Tall Bearded C
started by avmoran
last post by Texas_DoodlebugMar 24, 200749Mar 24, 2007 -
zone 5...weeds ahead of Iris...okay to use Preen ?
started by onegoodman1955
last post by lauriefMar 24, 20072Mar 24, 2007 -
Can foliage color predict bloom color?
started by WUVIE
last post by lauriefMar 23, 20075Mar 23, 2007 -
Tall Bearded O
started by avmoran
last post byMar 23, 200715Mar 23, 2007
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Tall Bearded W
started by avmoran
last post by avmoranMar 23, 200734Mar 23, 2007 -
Tall Bearded U & V
started by avmoran
last post byMar 23, 200721Mar 23, 2007 -
Veined Beareded Iris? Stunning!
started by Wandasflowers
last post by WandasflowersMar 23, 200724Mar 23, 2007 -
Is it just me or the re-blooming irises?
started by bthyme
last post by WandasflowersMar 22, 200712Mar 22, 2007 -
Early and perhaps foolhardy bloomer!
started by DebinSC
last post by dmj1218Mar 20, 200752Mar 20, 2007 -
Broken Color Iris- Be Still My Heart!
started by Wandasflowers
last post by WandasflowersMar 20, 200761Mar 20, 2007 -
iris sale
started by gloria125
last post by gloria125Mar 19, 20070Mar 19, 2007 -
growth habit of LA iris..
started by Charlotteda
last post by dmj1218Mar 19, 200718Mar 19, 2007 -
problem with bug in siberian iris buds
started by sjms
last post by sjmsMar 18, 20079Mar 18, 2007 -
Plicatas, Plicatas! Got to love 'em!
started by Wandasflowers
last post by WandasflowersMar 18, 200721Mar 18, 2007