What season does iris grow?

Answer 1

Iris grow and bloom anywhere from early to late Spring and early Summer. Here in south Louisiana, iris bloom in March and early April. I have one bloom left outside now (April 28th). The usual advice is to remove seed pods as soon as they form; however, I usually let one or two mature and then throw the seeds in the back of the bed to (possibly) grow new plants. Many iris varieties are known as 'walking iris' because they have a tendency to slowly grow away from where they were originally planted. I once had to cut out a thick growth of iris that was nearly impossible to dig up. Now, I try to cut back the iris in the front of the bed with a weed whacker (Weedeater(r)) to discourage spreading. Iris are very easy to grow. The Louisiana Iris likes wet areas, and are often used to dry up a wet spot in the garden.