We have only briefly touched on the basic information about growing irises. If you would like to know more, we suggest that you join a local iris society. There you will find out more information about irises, and specifically what works best in the your climate. Local societies are also a good way to meet people who share a similar interest in irises.
Click on one of the following links to visit the page.
The American Iris Society is an invaluable source of information pertaining to irises. Membership provides you with a subscription to the Societies' quarterly publication, The Bulletin Of The American Iris Society. It includes scientific articles, cultural information, pictures, and much more.
Mike's Iris Icons You can visit this page and download a collection of desktop icons and cursors to replace some of the desktop icons that came with your computer. There are numerous colors, patterns and types of irises to choose from. Mike created the iris pattern examples on our page, and also took most of the iris photos we use.
Society for Japanese Irises (SSI) A section of AIS dedicated to Japanese iris.
Society for Siberian Irises (SSI) A section of AIS dedicated to Siberian iris.
Society for Louisiana Iris A cooperating society specializing in Louisiana irises.
Spuria Iris Society A section of AIS specializing in spuria irises.
The Rock Garden The Rock Garden is a small hybridizing nursery in NE Washington state.
Iris-Talk is an email list with over 700 members. New members are welcome. Ask questions, share knowledge. This link will take to you to a page with instructions on how to subscribe to iris-talk as well as other iris and gardening lists.
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