Do cut back the flower stalk on bearded and beardless iris as soon as the flowers fade. If old flower stalks are allowed to stand, the plant focuses its energy on making seeds for the next generation.

Bearded irises are among the most elegant and colorful perennials you can grow. With a little know-how, you can grace your garden with long-lasting, ever-multiplying blooms for years to come.

Bearded iris and peonies are longtime favorite perennials found in gardens and landscapes throughout Wisconsin. We look ...