Wild Yellow Iris
by Robert Bales
Title
Wild Yellow Iris
Artist
Robert Bales
Medium
Photograph - Photo
Description
These seem to be popping up along many of the banks of all of the waterways in the Emmett Valley this Spring.
Wild iris grows in most of the climates of the United States. The only climates that wild iris will not grow, are the hot deserts, and the wetlands on the southern coast of Florida. Wild iris looks beautiful in their natural habitat of woodlands and along streams. The colorful blooms are present during most of the late spring and early summer.
Wild iris is one of the most beautiful wild flowers. The tall, slender stalks and brightly colored blooms rise above their surroundings. While they prefer moist, well-drained soil, some wild iris can survive short periods of sever drought. The only problem with this is that the flowers do not bloom as well without a good deal of moisture.
The most familiar wild iris is the blue flag. This wild iris is native to deciduous woodlands, and has thick, blade-like foliage. The erect, three-inch wide flowers make a beautiful summer display in northeastern and north central states. Many gardeners like to plant this wild iris in their home gardens, for their beautiful true blue blooms. This species of wild iris will reseed itself readily if left undisturbed.
Most wild iris plants prefer full sun, but some will grow in shade. The shady conditions will oftentimes limit the bloom period, and cause the flower to grow slower. The range of colors that wild iris blooms will flower is as varied as the hybrid cultivars grown commercially. I giver the proper growing conditions, a wild iris will thrive in a home garden and return for years and years of enjoyment and beauty.
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May 15th, 2015
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Comments (26)
Morris Finkelstein
Stunning floral close up photograph with great colors, light and shadows, and composition, Robert! Nominating for Special Feature in the 1000 Views group! F/L
Christopher James
One of your peers nominated this image in the 1000 views Groups Special Features #21 promotion discussion. Please help your fellow artists by visiting and passing on the love to another artist in the the 1000 Views Group....L/F/Tw
Robert Bales replied:
Thanks, Christopher for the information, promotion, discussion, and the LFTw!!