Dietes is a genus of plants that is grasslike, evergreen and rhizomatimatious. It is used commonly in areas from Nacogdoches and southward. It remains green throughout the year, unless it is burnt to ...

Here in Zone 8b, we’re lucky that we can grow so many kinds of irises that bloom over much of the year. Bearded irises are spring bloomers and have been hybridized to create many beautiful cultivars.

You'd think such a pretty flower would require a lot of fuss. But butterfly iris (Dietes vegeta) ranks as one of the easiest perennials in the garden. It accepts sun to bright shade. Once established, ...

Native to South Africa, fortnight iris (Dietes bicolor) grows 30 inches tall on sunny, well-drained sites. Flowers are produced intermittently spring to autumn. Not nearly as invasive as African iris ...

Q: I have a large African iris with many brown leaves. The soil is too hard to dig and divide. Can I cut it all the way back? — M.M., Clear Lake A: Yes, you can cut the old/brown foliage back. I also ...

Flowers are blooming across the Treasure Coast. There are many cool season bloomers such as begonias sharing the last winter flowers and spring and summer flower-ers are bursting into bloom. This week ...

Irises are among the most versatile plants for the North American landscape. Mention iris and the first one that comes to mind is the bearded iris. They don't require a cold period to bloom like most ...

It's always fun to see what plants are in fashion. A simple drive around upscale neighborhoods or retail areas of Houston or Dallas can be an informative experience. You can discover which plants are ...