Learn More About Iris
If you need a speaker for your horticulture club
Let us know. We offer basic and advanced iris programs. Margaret is a prolific photographer, so there are lots of pretty pictures to “ooh” and “aah” over. Patrick loves to hear himself speak, and it gives him another excuse to leave the weeds in peace. If Patrick is not the right person, we can connect you with someone who has the knowledge you are seeking.
Patrick's Upcoming Speaking Engagements
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Cascadia Iris Gardens Tours
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Pierce County Iris Society Tacoma, WA January 8, 2019 Siberian Iris
King County Iris Society Seattle, WA February 4, 2019 New Zealand Iris Society National Convention
Sammamish Garden Club Bellevue, WA February 12, 2019 Iris - A Flower for All Seasons
Bellevue Garden Club Bellevue, WA March 4, 2019 Iris - A Flower for All Seasons
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Poulsbo Garden Club Poulsbo, WA March 9, 2019 Iris - A Flower for All Seasons
Redmond Garden Club Redmond, WA March 12, 2019 Iris - A Flower for All Seasons
Bellevue Demonstration Garden King County Master Gardeners Saturday Workshop April 6, 2019 How to Grow Iris
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Snohomish County Master Gardeners June 6
Snohomish County Master Gardeners July 2
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Open Garden Days
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Iris 101 series of classes
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Come visit us on the following dates to see what's blooming in our gardens. We've scheduled days throughout our bloom season so you can experience the variety and sequence of iris bloom. We will be open each of these days from 10:00 am until 4:00pm. If these days don't fit your schedule, please contact Patrick to schedule a private visit.
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Iris 101 - The World of Irises An introduction to the wonderful variety in the world of irises Class limited to 20 people
Saturday, June 1 Take a tour through the Cascadia Iris Gardens beautiful display beds and production rows to learn about the vast variety of irises we can grow in the Puget Sound. Hear about the cultural needs of each type of iris and how to grow them successfully in your garden.
Click here to open the Iris 101 - The World of Irises reservation form. Print it out, fill in the bottom portion and return it to us with your payment to reserve your spot.
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May - You will see Bearded Iris, Siberian Iris and more
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Saturday May 11
Sunday May 26
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Iris 101 - Culture How to Dig, Divide and Replant Bearded Iris Classes limited to 20 people
Bearded Iris - Saturday August 10 Bearded Iris - Saturday September 21 Learn when and how to properly care for your beardless irises. The classes will have lecture time and "hands on" opportunities. Class size will be limited. Please register early to ensure you are not left out. Classes will be held Rain or Shine.
Click here to download the Iris 101 - Culture reservation form. Print it out, fill in the bottom portion and return it to us with your payment to reserve your spot.
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June - You will see Sino-Siberian Iris, Spuria Iris and more.
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Saturday June 8
Saturday June 22
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Iris 101 - Hybridizing How to Dig, Divide and Replant Bearded Iris Class limited to 10 people
This is a 2 part class. Both sessions are required.
Selecting and Hybridizing the Irises - Saturday June 1 Harvesting and Planting Your Seeds - Saturday September 21 Learn the ins, outs and secrets of hybridizing irises. We will cover a bit about genetics, some hybridizing strategies, and the physical steps needed to successfully hybridize an iris.
Click here to download the Iris 101 - Hybridizing reservation form. Print it out, fill in the bottom portion and return it to us with your payment to reserve your spot.
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July - You will see Japanese Iris
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For more information, you can join one of these organizations:
King County Iris Society Society for Japanese Irises Society for Siberian Irises American Iris Society
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Sunday July 6
Saturday July 14
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Growing Instructions
We have pulled together growing instructions for many of the irises we grow. Please select from the list below. Most are specific to our Puget Sound area of Washington State. For specific directions local to your area, or if you do not find what you are looking for, feel free to email Patrick. He is happy to help you grow these successfully.
Iris - A Flower For All Seasons!
Click on this link to see a chart that shows how, by growing different types of iris, you can have irises blooming in your garden nearly year 'round. Please note that your results may vary, depending on your local climate, soil type, etc.
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