I noticed this year that the popular irises found in so many local gardens bloomed a little later than usual and that the blooms faded a bit quicker than average. I suspect it has something to do with our late spring and colder than normal temperatures and above average rainfall. The usual variety bloomed, with purple being the color of choice. That being said, blue and salmon were also popular.
Irises are by no means an exclusive plant to the Pacific Northwest. They are an ancient flower, rich in folklore and meaning from around the world. If you wish to grow irises in your garden, it's an easy task and you'll be rewarded with a brilliant and showy display year after year. You don't even have to dig up and replant the rhizomes every year. I've included two reliable sources for ordering your own irises and several links for further reading.
I hope you'll be enjoying these living rainbows in your own garden next year.
For more information: iris description, gardening with irises, symbolism of flowers, discovery garden, award-winning iris growers, Salem, Oregon, iris farmer, Vacaville, California, San Francisco Bay Area.
Happy gardening!
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