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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Someone have this one to help me identify?
started by CAndersen
last post by GitagalApr 04, 20151Apr 04, 2015 -
Old iris garden?
started by AlGrowsWeeds
last post by crowrita1Apr 01, 20156Apr 01, 2015 -
Modern blue iris in need of a name!
started by CAndersen
last post by themikesmomMar 31, 20151Mar 31, 2015 -
When iris leaves are "crinkle"
started by CAndersen
last post by CAndersenMar 25, 20154Mar 25, 2015 -
Evolution of my iris marker.
started by CAndersen
last post by WUVIEMar 25, 20155Mar 25, 2015 -
know this one?
started by vossner
last post by vossnerMar 22, 201518Mar 22, 2015 -
2014 bloom!!! Horay!! Woot!
started by NickysIris
last post by irisMAMar 17, 2015144Mar 17, 2015 -
Cutting off spent flower
started by vossner
last post by vossnerMar 14, 20154Mar 14, 2015 -
Rebloomers
started by iowhen
last post by iowhenMar 01, 201531Mar 01, 2015 -
Oh nowe're moving!
started by TexasDollie
last post by TexasDollieFeb 27, 201512Feb 27, 2015
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Another good performer in TX Gulf coast, z9a
started by vossner
last post by themikesmomFeb 26, 20152Feb 26, 2015 -
Muska Irises Now ALL in Plantfiles :)
started by themikesmom
last post by themikesmomFeb 24, 20159Feb 24, 2015 -
Just received the new Gilbert H. Wild catalog
started by Cville_Gardener
last post by irisMAFeb 07, 20155Feb 07, 2015 -
Shade for beared iris?
started by katiebear
last post byFeb 06, 20155Feb 06, 2015 -
Irises as Art: George Gessert
started by PetuniaCircadia
last post by crowrita1Dec 08, 20141Dec 08, 2014 -
Japanese irises
started by mittsy
last post by PfgNov 21, 201453Nov 21, 2014 -
Old Historic
started by mittsy
last post by lucieeNov 13, 20146Nov 13, 2014 -
iris and tomato wilt
started by happgarden
last post by happgardenOct 14, 20142Oct 14, 2014 -
"Cool Farmer"
started by landreyev
last post by themikesmomOct 08, 20145Oct 08, 2014 -
Trying to find a US source for Dutch Iris "Delft Blue"
started by NoH2O
last post by NoH2OOct 04, 20140Oct 04, 2014
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Buying source for Dutch Iris "Oriental Beauty"?
started by a5footsea
last post by NoH2OOct 04, 20141Oct 04, 2014 -
Does anyone have an all white they`re dividing?
started by dmac085
last post by mittsySep 03, 20143Sep 03, 2014 -
Southern gardeners: to water, or not to water? Help!
started by TexasDollie
last post by TexasDollieSep 02, 20146Sep 02, 2014 -
ID on Minature Dwarf
started by mclowdis
last post by irisMAAug 31, 20142Aug 31, 2014 -
urgent need advice on potted iris
started by Sheridragonflys
last post by irisMAAug 07, 20146Aug 07, 2014 -
help with dividing iris
started by Sherrygirl
last post by mittsyAug 07, 20147Aug 07, 2014 -
Someone (!) Mowed down my SIBS
started by caitlinsgarden
last post by irisMAJul 14, 20142Jul 14, 2014 -
Poor Blooming Season
started by Corsetiere
last post by themikesmomJul 08, 201413Jul 08, 2014 -
What is your favorite iris with a "lemon" scent?
started by Cville_Gardener
last post by Cville_GardenerJun 21, 20144Jun 21, 2014 -
We had such a tough winter....
started by cathy166
last post by MainecoonJun 17, 201419Jun 17, 2014
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Starting iris seeds
started by bluegrassmom
last post by crowrita1Jun 13, 2014123Jun 13, 2014 -
IDs?
started by iowhen
last post by mclowdisJun 12, 201420Jun 12, 2014 -
Why didn't they bloom?
started by dsrtgdn
last post by dsrtgdnJun 11, 20144Jun 11, 2014 -
Are some irises just harder to grow - opinions please.
started by Igrowinpa
last post by Oberon46Jun 10, 201419Jun 10, 2014 -
Which one is this?
started by TexasDollie
last post by caitlinsgardenJun 10, 20145Jun 10, 2014 -
Borers
started by tx_flower_child
last post by tx_flower_childJun 02, 20144Jun 02, 2014 -
Is it possible to...
started by steadycam3
last post by crowrita1May 26, 20143May 26, 2014 -
Bearded irises
started by tathib
last post by dragonfly62May 24, 20145May 24, 2014 -
Iris foliage
started by philipw2
last post by crowrita1May 19, 20141May 19, 2014 -
Season's bloom is over for me!
started by gessieviolet
last post by themikesmomMay 17, 20143May 17, 2014