Just one of many beautiful irises seen at Hondo Iris Farm. Photo by Elaine Beck

Every shade of iris you can imagine can be seen at Hondo Iris Farm. Photo by Elaine Beck.

Irises at Hondo Iris Farm near Ruidoso. Photo by Elaine Beck

Cool spring weather has extended the season and more flowers bloom every day at the Hondo Iris Farm near Ruidoso. Photo by Elaine Beck

The iris varieties at Hondo Iris Farm are available for mail order. The farm is located at MM 284, US Hwy 70, Hondo. Courtesy photo

The iris bloom is at its peak at the Hondo Iris Farm near Ruidoso which was visited recently by Los Alamos resident Elaine Beck. For more information, visit hondoirisfarm.com. Courtesy photo