Renowned for colorful flowers that often have detailed markings, irises are some of the most popular cottage garden plants.

Dwarf iris Scientific name: All dwarf irises are in the Iris genus Zones: 3 to 9 Light needs: Full sun, but some varieties tolerate partial shade Preferred soil: Well-draining soil—bulbs do not like ...

Maurice Parkinson is planting miniature Irises for a splash of colour in February next year. He’s also dividing autumn flowering cyclamen which he says are the ultimate no fuss plants for this ...