Showy irises are standouts in any flower garden, whether you use them as a border or as the star of the show. The distinct shape and petal arrangement make these flowers easy to identify, even though ...

Researchers report they have genetically mapped the cell types that make up the mouse iris -- the thin disc of pigmented tissue that, in humans, gives eyes their distinct colors. Johns Hopkins ...

Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers report they have genetically mapped the cell types that make up the mouse iris — the thin disc of pigmented tissue that, in humans, gives eyes their distinct colors.

Whenever I indulge in guacamole made from a Hass avocado, I am reminded of its unlikely origin. In 1926, Rudolph Hass, a mail carrier in Pasadena, planted three avocado seeds in his avocado grove in ...

An early season garden tour showcased various blooming flowers, including peonies, amsonia, chives, poppies and yarrows. The tour highlighted several iris varieties, notably the large, uniquely ...

Louisiana iris is the name used worldwide for a unique group of Louisiana native iris species and, in particular, their hybrids. Their extraordinary beauty and reliability in the garden have made them ...

Iris is a genus of herbaceous perennial flowering plants popular in many gardens. While one of the most recognizable groups of plants for many gardeners both expert and novice alike, there are some ...

The genus Iris, encompassing over 260 species within the Iridaceae family, is celebrated for its diverse array of bioactive secondary metabolites. Rhizomes, leaves and flowers of various species yield ...

Among my favorite spring wildflowers are the amazingly beautiful native Louisiana iris species. You may see them blooming in swampy or boggy areas or in ditches along roads. In gardens and landscapes, ...