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.
After you've browsed through PlantFiles to make your selections, check out the Garden Watchdog to find a source of modern Irises or older varieties.
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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Need iris pictures for mental health!
started by pajaritomt
last post by pajaritomtJan 19, 200747Jan 19, 2007 -
Another set of iris pictures for your mental health.
started by Margiempv
last post by roadrunnerJan 18, 200729Jan 18, 2007 -
Anyone growing iris from seeds?
started by betterbloom
last post by avmoranJan 18, 200710Jan 18, 2007 -
Seeds
started by phicks
last post by timeinabottleJan 17, 20073Jan 17, 2007 -
Peak of the Iris Season
started by lincolnitess
last post by WandasflowersJan 17, 2007105Jan 17, 2007 -
Newbie to this site, but would like to share my pics
started by jdhutch55
last post by delvalcarolJan 15, 200753Jan 15, 2007 -
A Few Rebloomers
started by gonzomamma
last post by pajaritomtJan 14, 200725Jan 14, 2007 -
my irissingles
started by notmartha
last post by bluegrassmomJan 12, 2007117Jan 12, 2007 -
Help - I need used nursery containers
started by cathysplants
last post by phicksJan 12, 200710Jan 12, 2007 -
Iris Classification how about posting....
started by avmoran
last post by inandaJan 10, 200721Jan 10, 2007
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historic iris, heirloom iris
started by gloria125
last post by caganimaloverJan 10, 2007126Jan 10, 2007 -
do you know me?
started by lilyfantn
last post by caganimaloverJan 10, 200737Jan 10, 2007 -
Question about marking metal plant tags
started by cathysplants
last post by dmj1218Jan 06, 20076Jan 06, 2007 -
Oh no! I think I have some iris coming up!!
started by pegzhere
last post by inandaJan 06, 20079Jan 06, 2007 -
Moving irises in the dead of winter
started by cathysplants
last post by cathysplantsJan 06, 20072Jan 06, 2007 -
Blue J Iris website is up........
started by NeilTR
last post by oltmannsJan 05, 200727Jan 05, 2007 -
Big Blooms!
started by bluegrassmom
last post by bluegrassmomJan 05, 20078Jan 05, 2007 -
Dried up things from the clearance sale. Would you?
started by WUVIE
last post by WandasflowersDec 31, 20067Dec 31, 2006 -
When to transplant
started by beclu727
last post by WandasflowersDec 31, 200610Dec 31, 2006 -
Seeking help from Southern California Iris folks...
started by amarantha00
last post by lauriefDec 30, 20062Dec 30, 2006
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Open Garden You are all Welcome!
started by Wandasflowers
last post by MarilynbethDec 20, 2006126Dec 20, 2006 -
Brown Iris
started by raggedyann16142
last post by WandasflowersDec 20, 200662Dec 20, 2006 -
My very first iris bloom..
started by betterbloom
last post by betterbloomDec 18, 200630Dec 18, 2006 -
Zone 5 planting question
started by blpender
last post by lauriefDec 18, 20066Dec 18, 2006 -
Easiest Way to Cut Back Leaves?
started by TrixieM
last post by WandasflowersDec 12, 200668Dec 12, 2006 -
Will this bloom ?
started by betterbloom
last post by betterbloomDec 10, 200613Dec 10, 2006 -
An impatient bee
started by betterbloom
last post by betterbloomDec 09, 20062Dec 09, 2006 -
Iris City Gardens
started by bluegrassmom
last post by pollykDec 05, 20066Dec 05, 2006 -
Best Iris for zone 8?
started by DebinSC
last post by 1gardengramDec 05, 20069Dec 05, 2006 -
Need Help and Info Please
started by Marilynbeth
last post by MarilynbethDec 03, 20065Dec 03, 2006
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Walking Iris
started by phicks
last post by boojumDec 03, 200616Dec 03, 2006 -
a visit to a local iris garden
started by lilyfantn
last post by MarilynbethDec 02, 2006109Dec 02, 2006 -
Share your pretty iris pics!
started by bluegrassmom
last post by seedpicker_TXDec 02, 200664Dec 02, 2006 -
Happy Birthday Wanda!
started by weegy12
last post by WandasflowersNov 28, 200617Nov 28, 2006 -
Correct planting depth for Black Gamecock Iris
started by Sherrygirl
last post by DebinSCNov 26, 200616Nov 26, 2006 -
Shriveled irises
started by White_Hydrangea
last post by lauriefNov 24, 20061Nov 24, 2006 -
Bearded Irises for trade
started by sassyfras
last post by louisianamomNov 20, 20067Nov 20, 2006 -
Will old rhizomes grow?
started by caganimalover
last post by caganimaloverNov 12, 200634Nov 12, 2006 -
Overwintering Irises
started by happy_macomb
last post by WandasflowersNov 11, 20063Nov 11, 2006 -
Best Bet Iris
started by Asunee
last post by betterbloomNov 11, 200632Nov 11, 2006