Interesting article, Dave -- thanks for that.

I sure wish my Bright Hour was still in bloom so I could look at it for that purple factor at the base of the standards. Unfortunately, I'm about a week late. Have to wait until next year, now. I could go and examine my past photos.................

Sue, that Napa Seedling with the 'fat orange beard' is really outstanding. I hope they breed a group of irises with huge full beards. beautiful.

A few more this morning......
Strawberry Shake



New Direction


Gitano


Volcanic Glow

Volcanic Glow is remarkable. I love it.

Volcanic Glow......

Strawberry Shake again!!!

Dark Forces

Dramatic picture Jo Ann

Thanks Paul. I love that iris.

...Arlyn

WOW to volcanic glow and dark forces

Volcanic Glow is an exceptionally beautiful iris. It does glow and the combination of light and dark colors are wonderful. Thanks for posting the photo Paul.

Wowee JoAnn -- amazing shot!!!

Here is a "sparse" one, big contrast to the caterpillar! They have come a long way in 100 years.


Loreley, 1909

They sure have -- in many, many ways. Isn't it cool that we can still appreciate the oldies?

More adolescent whiskers than caterpillars!

Todays beards
Banded Tiger



Harvest of memories

Here's today bloom, in bright overcast and showers:


Prince Victor, 1901

Daveinpa: Great picture.