[ Species Iris (Iris albicans) | Posted on April 4, 2013 ] This natural hybrid was collected by Lange in 1860. It is sometimes listed as an Intermediate Iris. |
[ Spotted Dead Nettle (Lamium maculatum 'Orchid Frost') | Posted on March 28, 2013 ] Very rugged - grows rapidly. Although the upper recommended zone is 8, this cultivar is growing extremely well in zone 10. |
[ Amur Maackia (Maackia amurensis) | Posted on March 25, 2013 ] Fixes nitrogen and is a good choice for difficult sites. It also has interesting bark (curled, peeling strips). Maackia has a short main trunk - it starts branching 3-5' from the ground and has pinnate leaves. Transplants easily. |
[ Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Spellbinder') | Posted on December 16, 2012 ] Although not listed as a re-bloomer, it re-blooms here in zone 10 and retains both form and color despite 115 degree heat. |
[ Tropical Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Bienvenue') | Posted on December 15, 2012 ] First bloomed when it was 110 degrees+ outside and the plant was less than 2' tall. Very robust once acclimated. |