Hello Loretta! Have you had any problems with your Japanese iris and the heat? I grow some in NC, and have 7 more varieties on order, but always worry about if they are getting too much sun. I also grow Louisiana iris and quite a few bearded iris. Would love any good JA iris tips!
"The chimera is a one time happenstance event where the plant has a senior moment and forgets what it is doing." - Paul Black