Showy irises are standouts in any flower garden, whether you use them as a border or as the star of the show. The distinct shape and petal arrangement make these flowers easy to identify, even though ...

Darlene F. of Sonoma asks: My bearded irises used to bloom beautifully. This year there weren’t many blooms. They are in full sun, get plenty of water and they’re growing in good soil. There are a lot ...

Irises are hardy, low-maintenance perennials admired for their stunning flowers and diverse color palettes, which range from vibrant purples and blues to soft whites and yellows. With their elegant, ...

Planting bulbs in late summer to early fall is one of the simplest ways to set your garden up for success. Many varieties begin rooting while the soil is still warm, which helps them establish before ...

Here is a quick look at the Purple Flame Iris versicolor. It is a lovely native Iris cultivar that produces incredible purple ...

The emergence of bulbs in spring heralds the annual start of the garden springing back into life from its winter slumber. The sight of the early bloomers, such as snowdrops and winter aconites, can be ...

The darker days of winter are slowly making their departure and lighter evenings remind us that spring is nearly here. That's why I'm not waiting any longer to curate my list of perennial bulbs to ...

Spring flowering bulbs bloom in our climate between February and April. They add charming beauty to our spring gardens. Feel free to purchase bulbs from nurseries now while the selection is good, but ...

I am often asked what to do with bulbs that have sprouted in their bags before anyone got around to planting them. Can they be saved? The good news is that those eager beaver bulbs will happily adjust ...

Our earliest bearded irises have started blooming just in time to add color to the garden as the last of the spring flowering bulbs are fading. As such, they occupy a valuable niche in the flower ...

Specialty bulbs, sometimes called minor bulbs, reflect the many other spring bulb treasures that can be planted in fall to herald the next growing season. Because many are diminutive, they are perfect ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...