Another non-bearded iris to add to your purple plants wish list, Japanese water iris, or Iris ensata, has a deep-violet color often with a striking yellow midrib. Native to Japan, China ...

Fall is the typical time to plant bulbs in the Tehachapi Mountains, and it is an autumn delight to purchase an array of bulbs ...

Do cut back the flower stalk on bearded and beardless iris ... from iris borers to iris leafspot to drought. Cut back yellow, streaked, or brown leaves as soon as you notice them.