American Iris Society

Education, Development, and Propagation of genus Iris. Develop the science of horticulture, stimulate and foster interest in horticultural pursuits, conservation and protection of these plants in the wild and public domain, Providing education in the science of horticulture, encouraging and supporting scientific research retaining to the diseases relating to the genus iris, and educating the public through exhibitions, public display gardens, and standards for judging.