I have a small area not far from my house with a bike path and not much else. It runs parallel to the DuPage River, and is mainly overgrown with vegetation. I've notice that each year this area looks different. Two years ago it was blanketed solid with coreopsis and other wilflowers, it really was a sight to see. Last year after the early warm spell followed by a week of freezing temps, nothing was blooming. This year I got a surprise on my first visit. The lupines are huge this year, close…

Wild Iris, Dietes grandiflora Dietes differs from iris in having flowers with six free tepals that are not joined into a tube at their bases. Iris To see more flowers from around the world click here.

Sword-shaped blue-green leaves with large bluish-purple flowers

The Wild Blue Iris is a captivating flower with delicate blue to purple petals and striking yellow and white markings. It represents eloquence and elegance, often found thriving in wetland areas. Light: Full sun to partial shade. Water: Keep the soil consistently moist. Soil: Rich, slightly acidic soil. Temperature: 50-75°F (10-24°C). Humidity: High, prefers moist conditions. Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer in early spring.Perfect for water gardens or pond edges, the Wild Blue Iris adds a…

This wild iris was ethically photographed in the Colorado wilderness. This image is available as a canvas print, in sizes 12x16" or 18x24".

Wild Iris

Great Blue-flag Iris (Iris virginica [as Iris caroliniana])