Part of what makes irises so fabulous as a collection of flowers is also what makes them a bit challenging. Namely, there are just so darn many excellent options out there.
First off, there are hundreds of species, with Dutch, Japanese, Louisiana, Siberian, and bearded being some of the most popular.
Then, there are literally hundreds of cultivars and hybrids within these species. It’s enough to send you running out of the nursery in a panic. How can you possibly choose?
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This guide aims to help you narrow down your choices, whether you need something to add interest to the margin of your pond, or you want to add a tall, colorful accent to your garden from spring through fall.
Here’s the lineup:
33 Favorite Iris Varieties for Your LandscapeIt’s easy to love a plant that offers so much in so many different sizes and colors, but demands so little to grow it well. Get out your gardening journal or some scratch paper, and let’s narrow your choices down.
Before we jump in, let’s clarify a few terms.
Irises come in several different classifications and blooming sequences, and knowing what to expect ahead of time can help with your garden planning.
There are bearded and beardless irises, which come in multiple sizes (tall, intermediate, dwarf), as well as aril and species (Japanese, Dutch, and so on) categories.
These may be further classified as early, mid-, or late bloomers, as well as rebloomers. Rebloomers send out blossoms in the spring and again in the late summer.
To learn all about the different iris classifications and their flowering sequence, check out our comprehensive
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