JoAnn's Iris Garden Information &
Frequently Asked Questions

We are so proud of what we do and love sharing it with others. 
There are some questions we are asked frequently. Those are listed below.
Please click on the 'Contact Us' link above if you'd like to connect with us directly. 

Hours of Operation

  • During blooming season which is usually end of April, all of May and beginning of June, all depending on "Mother Nature" we are open daily from 9:00-6:00. 
  • During iris pickup we are open end of July thru August during the hours of 9:00am-6:00​pm.

Blooming Season

  • Blooming season is typically end of April, all of May and beginning of June. This all depends on "Mother Nature". Feel free to call me at 208-230-0769 for the status of the blooms.

Garden Visitor Guidelines

  • Children, with adult supervision, are welcome to the garden
  • Only service dogs are welcome
  • We do not have public restrooms​
  • Please stay on the walking paths

Art in the Garden

  • Artists, photographers, painters, and garden clubs are welcome to the garden. 
  • Educational classes can be arranged for the garden. ​​​

Special Events

  • As much as we would love to accommodate your special day, we are unable to host weddings at the garden. 

Parking

  • Parking is provided along the lane that is marked parking and in our circular driveway. 
  • Handicap parking is marked and located directly in front of the garden. 

How You Can Have An Iris (or more and Pick up information

Iris Purchase:
  • We have iris rhizomes (bulbs) available for purchase. We do not cut the actual iris flowers
  • All iris rhizomes are $6.00
  • We accept cash or check upon purchase
  • Iris availability is on a first come, first serve basis. If an iris name tag is pulled, it is sold out. Many irises do sell out so we encourage early attendance to the garden. 
  • It is our preference not to ship
  • Pickup information:  Prepaid iris order pickup: Daily from   9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. typically the end of July and August.  You will receive a text message or phone call when your order is ready for pickup.
  • Gift certificates are available ​

Iris Purchase Instructions

Purchase iris
  • We are usually in the garden but if not we have order forms set near the opening of the garden for you to fill out.  Each iris has a name tag near the plant. You may leave your payment with your order form in the secured mail box that is located near the entrance of the garden. 

Caring For Your Irises

  • Irises bloom best with full sun and little water
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