{"title":"Seasonal Iris","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"318\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus: \u003cem data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eIris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"318\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"133\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iridaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"163\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iris, Flag Iris, Bearded Iris, Siberian Iris\u003cbr data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"211\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"336\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"339\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"345\"\u003eIris\u003c\/em\u003e is a large and diverse genus of perennials treasured for their elegant, often ruffled blooms and sword-like foliage. These iconic flowers come in a dazzling range of colours—from soft pastels to rich purples, blues, and even near-black—making them a mainstay in cottage gardens, borders, and perennial beds. Depending on the species, irises grow from rhizomes or bulbs and typically bloom in late spring to early summer, with some reblooming varieties flowering again later in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eFrom the dramatic Bearded Iris (\u003cem data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eIris germanica\u003c\/em\u003e) to the graceful Siberian Iris (\u003cem data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eIris sibirica\u003c\/em\u003e) and moisture-loving Blue Flag (\u003cem data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eIris versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e), there's a species suited to nearly every Canadian garden—sunny or damp, formal or naturalized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun is best; some types (like Siberian or Japanese iris) can tolerate part shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining soil for most types; \u003cem data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eIris versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in moist to wet soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; established plants are fairly drought-tolerant, though new divisions need regular watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in Zones 3–9, depending on species; well-suited to most Canadian climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; divide every 3–5 years to maintain vigour. Avoid mulching over rhizomes, as this can cause rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eThe name \u003cem data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eIris\u003c\/em\u003e comes from the Greek word for “rainbow,” a nod to the wide range of flower colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eBearded irises have a distinctive fuzzy “beard” on each fall (the lower petal), while beardless varieties do not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eIris versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e, Canada’s native Blue Flag Iris, is often found in wetlands and is the floral emblem of Quebec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003eIrises are symbols of wisdom, hope, and royalty in art and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eSome irises are used in perfumes, particularly \u003cem data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eIris pallida\u003c\/em\u003e, which is grown for its fragrant rhizome (orris root).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/iris.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. 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