Planting irises Planting irises Irises blooming are always a welcome sight to behold. Their colors are uniquely vibrant, and their beauty is matchless. It says irises are easy to grow, and they bloom anywhere from the latter part of spring to early in the summer.
Irises are also available in a wide array of lovely bicolors.
First is the bearded iris which is one of the most popular types. They get their name from a contrasting beard-like growth on their bottom petals. These lower petals are actually sepals which are known as 'falls'. The actual petals usually stand upwards and are known as 'standards'. This fragrant species is usually bicolored and blooms between May and June.