This is not always possible and as such care should be taken to ensure plants are watered, kept moist and stored in a cool and bright space until the time is right for planting. Irises are very undemanding plants that often thrive on neglect and as such they are low maintenance plants that would suit the novice chandler well.

Irises are statuesque plants that bloom on often tall flower spikes and as the family is quite large there is an Iris for most situations. That said, other species will require a more sheltered position and you should always check with the individual growing instructions for the species you wish to grow prior to planting. The majority of Irises enjoy a position in bright and in fact many species thrive on this. Plants flower in a wide range of colours and have varying habits of growth. After buying your plants you should try to plant them in to the garden as soon as possible.

The Iris is a much adored and truly versatile plant. A popular plant, the Iris is often used in a wide range of garden designs and styles, yet it never looks out of place.

In beds and borders, Irises make for excellent front and mid border specimens and some plants will also grow.