Bearded Iris, also known as Iris Germanica or Flag Iris. They are well known for the beard down the centre of the flower and are very easy to grow in most gardens. Bearded Iris prefer warm sun on their back so plant them with the top of the rhizome on the surface of the soil, making a stunning display in pots on the patio or in a sunny position in the garden. Keep moist during hot days but take care that they do not become water logged, if drainage is a problem them plant in a raised mound to allow water to run off.