IRISES: Louisiana irises may benefit from a light application of a general purpose fertilizer now or in early February to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowers. Control weeds and keep the ...

Blooming after early spring flowers such as tulips and daffodils fade, irises steal the show both in the garden and in a vase for weeks each spring. But when to cut back irises? After their colorful ...

The weather has been less than perfect over the past few days. However, with the cooler-than-normal temperatures and excessive moisture, many continue to call with questions about their landscapes.

Spring is a critical time for irises, and in May, you'll need to think about feeding them with a balanced fertilizer, watering them deeply (but infrequently) at the roots, and removing spent flowers.

Fertilize in October and February with a general-purpose fertilizer following package directions. Irises growing in containers in aquatic gardens should be fertilized by lifting the pot out of the ...

Postpone planting trees, shrubs and vines until they are dormant in December, January and early February. Keep recent plantings well watered during the dry fall months. Louisiana irises through ...

Irises are in bloom now through July and fields across Oregon and Washington are fluttering in blues, pinks and almost every color combination imaginable. That seems fitting since the perennial was ...