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miniature iris #874165

Asked June 22, 2024, 11:08 AM EDT

I have two different, small (4-6in) iris that grow from rhizomes rather than bulbs. One variety is mostly a dark blue/purple, and the other is basically white. I am trying to find more iris like them but am only finding very small iris that grow from bulbs. I have read about the difference between rhizomes and bulbs but it's quite beyond my understanding. Can an iris grown from a bulb ever become a rhizome? Do you know of an iris that is yellow, very small and that grows from rhizomes? Thank you for your consideration. I've tried to find more information on-line but it has only led to more questions.

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

The miniature Iris are Iris reticulata and they are exquisite. I wish I had more success growing them.
These links give a good description.
https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-plant-iris-rhizomes-5070514
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iris_(plant)

https://www.dutchbulbs.com/category/Iris 
https://www.brecks.com/category/Iris_Perennial_Plants
I found these companies for you. It is easy to get hooked on Iris.
Evelyn Locke, MN Master Gardener, Tree Care Advisor, Volunteer Replied June 22, 2024, 9:19 PM EDT

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