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IBERIS,
Candytuft.
Sun; blooms in spring; evergreen leaves; excellent in the rock garden, for
edging, in the perennial border or as a groundcover.
aurosica ‘Sweetheart’ Dense cushions of dark green
foliage are topped by masses of pink blossoms in late Spring. Flowers mature
from pink to a brilliant lilac. Makes a great groundcover. Height 6-8” Deer
resistant.
sempervirens ‘Snowflake.’ 10"; white flowers.
s. ‘Tahoe.’ A compact, well branched, uniform
hybrid that reportedly blooms about 2 weeks earlier than ‘Snowflake’.
Clusters of small, white flowers blanket the wide mound of narrow, evergreen
leaves. Use as edging or groundcover. Grows 8 to 10 inches high, and 15
wide.
‘Daglori Gem.’ From Turkey via Czeck collector,
this robust, yet beautiful black-green slightly hairy leafed plant spreads
18-24” in 2 years. Abundant clusters of white aging to light lavender
flowers appear in spring and again in fall after establishment. Grow in
dry, well-drained sunny site.
INCARVILLEA,
Hardy Gloxinia. Sun/part shade; blooms in spring.
delavayi. 12"; rose-purple trumpet-shaped flowers
with yellow tubes.
d. ‘Bees Pink.’ Extra large, soft-pink flowers
with yellow throats. 18”.
d. ‘Snowtop.’ White form of above.
INULA ensifolia,
Sunray
Flower. Golden yellow daisy-like flowers in
summer on compact 16” plants. Blooms for a long time in summer. Sun.
IPOMOPSIS,
Scarlet
Rocket, Gilia: sun; biennial that reseeds, U.S.
native
aggregate.
showy spikes to 6’ of intense red flowers in summer.
IRIS: sun/partial shade; bloom times vary
chrysographes ‘Black Form,’
Black
Iris or
Goldvein
Iris.
Very dark purple-maroon flowers with narrow golden
yellow veins appear in mid spring and lasts till mid summer. Wonderfully
fragrant. Prefers partial shade and large amounts of water during growth
and flowering period. Does not like to sit in water. A site to behold!
20”.
cristata,
Crested
Iris. 6"; light blue flowers in spring; good
ground cover; native; prefers partial shade.
‘Powder Blue Giant.’ Flowers are much larger than
the species.
ensata,
Japanese
Iris. Huge flouncy crepe-like flowers. Flowers
have large semi-flaring falls, and standards which are either short and
upright (single flowers), or very large open, hanging over the falls as a
second layer (double flowers). The resulting flowers have a flat open
form. Signals are marked as small, simple yellow blotches. Ideally suited
for the side of a pond, but will do well in any moist, humus-rich soil.
Highly valued for their large 6” flowers in early summer and tall slender 1”
wide bright green leaves. Grow in full sun or light shade, and moisture
retentive soil. Plant crowns 2-3” below the soil.
‘August Emperor.’ 7 1/2” double purple flowers
with white and blue edges around the yellow signals. Upright purple-edged
white standards.
‘Caprician Butterfly.’ This superb award winner
produces massive (8") double flowers, formed from flowing white petals
etched with purple-blue veins and set off with small, curling, purple-blue
styles and yellow signals.
‘Freckled Geisha.’ Snow white petals are edged in
lavender and sprinkled with lavender spots. The 6 inch flowers have golden
yellow signals. Blooms June through July and will reach 30 to 35 inches in
height.
‘Gracieuse.’ Very elegant iris with a soft
coloring of a soft lilac edge on shimmering white crepe paper-like blooms.
Grows to 32 inches tall.
‘Lady in Waiting’ Near white flowers with brushed
lavender edges. Lightly ruffled form. Height 36”
‘Stippled Ripples.’ White flowers with solid
purple edges and lots of purple blotches concentrated near the edges. Height
40”.
‘Yamato-Hime.’
Stunning double flowers with broad white petals edged in rich purple and
occasional purple spots. 32”.
‘Variegata.’ deep purple flowers with a yellow
streak down the center of the falls. The attractive cream to white
variegation in the grass-like foliage becomes more pronounced as the season
progresses. Splendid for garden, bog garden, or along a pool edge.
foetidissima,
Scarlet-Seeded Iris. 1-2'; shade; yellow-lilac
flower in early summer and orange-red seeds in fall.
German
Iris. Prefers slightly alkaline soil, drought
resistant, plant shallow. Easy to grow, grow dry. Full sun to partial
shade.
‘Baltic Star’ Striking white centers that
transition to glowing violet to near black at the edges. A true showstopper!
Height 34:
‘Before the Storm’.’ This medal winner will add
drama to your garden. Jet black with a slight sweet fragrance. Considered
to be one of the best black irises available. Blooms mid to late June.
Reaches 37 inches tall and wide with an excellent growth habit. Easy to
grow in full sun in well drained soil. Deer Resistant.
‘Fall Fiesta.’ Unusually colored Iris. Amber-tan
and creamy white flowers. Blooms in early summer. Height 36”.
‘Rare Treat.’ Pure white self with perfectly
even, 1/4 inch cornflower blue stitched edges on both the standards and the
falls. Flowers bloom in late spring. Reaches 34 inches tall and 18 inches
wild. Easy to grow in full sun in well drained soil. Deer resistant.
Repeat
Blooming German Iris.
These incredible Iris bloom in spring then again
August through October. These Iris prefer average, near neutral soil and
full sun.
‘Autumn Circus.’ A good rebloomer with white
petals suffused with purple. 40”.
‘Best Bet.’ Pale blue standards and deep blue
falls appear in early summer and fall. 36”
‘Breakers.’ Late spring and early fall medium
blue flowers with blue beards. 36”.
‘Champagne Elegance.’ Exquisite near-white
standards and a blend of buff, apricot and peach falls, prolific bloomer,
8-10 flowers per stem, rebloomer, blooms late spring and late summer.
‘City Lights.’ Violet-blue standards and falls
with white in the center are set off by soft yellow beards. Blooms in
spring then again in late summer and fall, all the way to frost. 36”.
‘Dorcas Lives Again.’ Light lavender flowers with
a light yellow beard. RE-BLOOMER!! Height 36”.
‘Immortality.’
29”; pure white self with light lemon yellow
beards; reblooms in summer and fall; award winner; incredible!
‘Mother Earth.’ Large ruffled flowers with light
lavender blend standards and lavender falls bloom early then rebloom in
summer. Very fragrant. 30-40".
‘Pagan Dance.’ Deep rich violet flowers with a
velvety black spot bloom early spring then again in fall! Very unique.
Height 30”.
‘Painted Cloud’. A reblooming satiny pink iris
that is also a terrific grower. Lusciously ruffled, rich pink standards
rise above the lighter pink falls with gold beards. Blooms first in spring,
followed by a rebloom in late summer and fall. 38”.
‘Spin Off.’ Elegant unique bicolor with rose and
magenta repeating flowers. 30-40”.
‘Summer Olympics.’ This champion is loaded with
bi-tone flowers in spring, then again in late summer and fall. Luscious
blossoms are made up of cheery yellow standards with ruffled white falls
edged in canary yellow.
‘Superstition.’ Darkest Iris to day. Dark black
blossoms in early summer. 38”.
‘Tennison Ridge.’ Very ruffled flowers with berry
red standards with white falls speckled and edged in berry red.
‘Total Recall.’ Wide, crystalline white falls
bordered with a bright lemon trim. Near-white falls bordered with a bright
lemon trim. Near white standards flushed lemon up the midribs. Yellow
beards. In addition to the long season of spring bloom. Has some of the
best bud branching on rebloom. 34”.
louisiana,
Louisiana
Iris. Tall clumping Iris with long leaves for
moist soils or wetlands. Flowers have flatter appearance. Deer resistant.
Attractive to hummingbirds. Can grow in moist soil or in water up to 6”
deep. Can grow in ponds but need to be well nourished.
‘Anne Chowning.’ Large deep red flowers with a
yellow throat, best red color in Iris. 23-36”.
‘Bold Pretener.’ Rich red and pink petals with
yellow-orange signals. 24”.
pallida ‘Albo-variegata,’
Variegated Sweet Iris: striking blue green
leaves with white and cream streaking. Bluish-purple flowers in early
summer. 2-3’ tall plant makes a stunning focal point.
pallida ‘Argentea-variegata.’ Silvery white
leaves with green stripes make an excellent accent in the garden.
Lilac-blue fragrant flowers. 24”.
pseudacorus,
Yellow
Flag Iris. 5'; yellow flowers; excellent poolside
plant. Can grow in moist soil or in water up to 12” deep.
p. ‘Crème de la Crème.’ Cream-white flowers with
purple veins over a cream background at the base of the petals. Height 36”.
p. ‘Holden’s Child.’ Red purple flowers with
white edged yellow signals appear on multi-branched stalks. Striking, lush
sword-like foliage looks good all season and makes a great backdrop for
other plants. Grows 28”. Award winner.
p. ‘Variegata.’ 24”. Young leaves are yellow and
cream striped; yellow flowers in early summer; striking! Can grow in moist
soil or in water up to 6” deep.
pumilia
Repeat
Flowering Dwarf German Iris. Sun to part shade.
‘Baby Blessed.’ Adorable blossoms of light yellow
and white appear in spring and again in fall. 10”.
‘What Again,’ As its name says this dwarf beauty
reblooms, light lavender-blue standards with apricot-yellow falls, accented
with icy blue beards. These small compact plants bloom very early spring,
earlier than tall bearded types. 10-12”.
setosa ssp. canadensis,
Canadian
Iris. This dwarf iris has beautiful lavender
flowers accentuated with dark veins. Blooms in summer. Great for a wet area.
Height 12-15”. spread 12”.
shrevei,
Blue Flag
Iris, Wild Iris. Native Iris that grows well in
wet soils, but also enjoys a good garden soil with adequate moisture.
Perfect for planting along pond edges or other wet areas. It also can be
grown in ponds and thrives in water up to a foot deep. Deep blue flowers
appear in mid-summer on 2-3’ stems. Full sun to light shade.
siberica,
Siberian
Iris.
very garden worthy plants with rich green,
reed-like foliage topped in late spring and early summer by colorful
flowers. Medium to broad, pendent or semi-flaring falls, and medium to
long, upright standards. Signals on blue and pink flowers often consist of
showy, intricate white and yellow markings. Perform best with slightly
moist and acidic soil, yet tolerate drought once established. They are
long-lived, pest resistant and require little maintenance. The flowers and
foliage and excellent cut. The strap like leaves make a great background
for other plant. They prefer full sun to partial shade.
‘Aqua Whispers.’ Gorgeous rainbow blossoms of
lavender pink with rose blush in throat, pale pink standards and pearl white
styles with aqua midrib.
‘Butter and Sugar.’ 24-30”; bright butter yellow
falls with white standard. Winner of the Morgan-Wood Medal, the highest
award received by Siberian Iris.
‘Ceasar's Bother.’ 36"; dark velvety purple
flower in late May; excellent cut flower. Designated a Missouri Botanical
Garden ‘Plant of Merit’ for it’s outstanding qualities.
‘Caesar’s Brother’ Dark velvety-purple flowers.
Height 32”.
‘Contrast in Styles.’ Mid-wine standards, light
milky blue styles, bright mid-wine red falls. Height 30”.
‘Double Standard’ Light violet flowers with yellow
inside. Ruffled. Height 30”
‘Clifford’s
Stingray’ Feathery white leaves surrounded by
heavy green edging. Holds up well in full sun, giving it a lot of
versatility through the garden. Lavender blooms are clustered at the top
instead of trailing down the scape like other Hostas. Height 12-18”
‘Little Twinkle Star.’
‘Moon Silk’ Beautiful bi-color petals of soft
yellow and creamy white with lemon-yellow signals. Blooms late spring.
Height 28”
‘White Swirl.’ Gleaming white flowers with yellow
throat. Excellent variety. 30”.
‘Welcome Return.’ REBLOOMS! This iris offers a
second showing of its velvety deep purple-blue flowers. 24”.
spuria ‘Fontanelle.’ Found years ago at an old
farmstead, an unsurpassed neat garden plant with elegant large flowers of
violet blue, whose lavender rose falls each bear a bright yellow spot.
Flowers in early June. Wonderful sword-like foliage to 3 1/2’.
versicolor. Wonderful native Iris with slate blue
flowers with some yellow blotching. Narrow blades are great around pools.
Clump-forming habit. Shade tolerant.
‘Gerald Darby’ Tall cultivar with large,
purple-blue flowers. New foliage is dark purple fading to green by summer.
Height 36”
virginica
‘Pink Butterfly.’ Evergreen cultivar of US
Native. Pink-violet flowers set off with white styles. An unusual color
for the species.
ISOTOMA fluviatilis,
Star
Creeper, Fairy Footsteps. Starry flowers bloom
spring to frost on low growing mats of foliage. Excellent between stones,
roses, around ponds and decks. Great as a lawn substitute too. Very easy
to grow. Sun to part shade.
‘Blue.’ Starry blue flowers.
‘White.’ Starry white flowers.
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