Iris show returns after pandemic hiatus

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A row of irises stands ready for viewers after judging at the Enchanted Vista Iris Society show, themed “Iris Potpourri.” (Argen Marie Duncan / Observer)
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Enchanted Vista Iris Society member Stefani Yates Gross explains how she created one of her first-place decorative iris designs at the society’s ninth annual (except during the pandemic) show May 7 at Sabana Grande Recreation Center. After a two-year hiatus, the show returned with 64 entries. (Argen Marie Duncan / Observer)
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Enchanted Vista Iris Society member Stefani Yates Gross explains how she created one of her first-place decorative iris designs at the society’s ninth annual (except during the pandemic) show May 7 at Sabana Grande Recreation Center. After a two-year hiatus, the show returned with 64 entries. (Argen Marie Duncan / Observer)
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A row of irises stands ready for viewers after judging at the Enchanted Vista Iris Society show, themed “Iris Potpourri.” (Argen Marie Duncan / Observer)
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An award-winning iris stands on a table while, in the background, Enchanted Vista Iris Society members chat, do paperwork and wait for guests. (Argen Marie Duncan / Observer)
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Enchanted Vista Iris Society in Rio Rancho brought back its annual iris show Saturday at Sabana Grande Recreation Center.

The ninth annual show, with the theme “Iris Potpourri” this year, drew 64 entries. The show didn’t happen in 2020 or 2021 because of COVID-19.

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Enchanted Vista Iris Society member Stefani Yates Groff of Corrales explains how she put together two of her decorative iris displays, which both won first place at the show. She’s been growing irises for seven years.

Rows of irises are displayed for viewers after judging.

An award-winning iris graces a table while, in the background, members of the Enchanted Vista Iris Society chat and wait for guests to come view the flowers.

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