Spring bulbs
Iris Siberian Regency Belle They prefer wet soils at the margins of ponds, and are hardy even in the coldest areas. One of the most easily grown Iris, it originated from Northern Asia, and does well in all types of weather conditions. The Siberian Iris Regency Belle, 'Iris', displays deep violet-blue blooms with white edging. This iris is best grown in a humus soil. Use to prevent erosion on difficult banks or provide handsome vertical accents in the border. They thrive in almost every garden environment. Originally available only in violet purple, we now offer many other colors which have the same fine naturalizing habits.
Peony Tree Shimane Island Collection The Shimane Island Tree Peony Collection, 'Paeonia', contains 3 plants, 1 each of High Noon, Koukamon, & Shima-nishiki. Fortunately for us, tree peonies are now slightly more available. They flower from late April to early May but the flowering season does vary from year to year. A mature plant can have in excess of a hundred flowers and these can be 10" or more across! The flowers range in color from maroon, crimson, scarlet, various shades of pink, to pure white. This has been variously translated but probably means 'The Emperor Flower'. Japanese tree peonies tend to have less double flowers than their Chinese peers, and the flowers are more open and delicate.
Crocosmia Lucifer The Crocosmia is also commonly known as Monbretia. The Crocosmia Lucifer, 'Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora', a spring planted corm, produces beautiful red flowers. Crocosmias are clump forming and bloom best in crowded conditions. This plant has attractive foliage. The flowers are very showy, and they make great cut flowers.
Daylily Stella De Oro ‘Stella de Oro’ will bloom from May through July, with outstanding color and a definite re-bloomer, more than any in its family. ‘Stella de Oro’ is considered to be pest and deer resistant. 5”. Although the blooms will last only for one day, there are many blooms on strong stems that rise above tall grassy foliage, (remove in late fall). It has been named Perennial of the Year.
Gladiolus Blue Isle In frost prone areas, dig them when the leaves turn yellow, dip them in a fungicide, and store in a dry frost free location over winter. Increase water and fertility when flowers begin to develop, then plant 4" deep in clay soils, 6" deep in others; the deeper the planting the less need for staking. Plant in groups of six or more in the garden, or grow lots of them for cuttings in a bed. Glads are easy to grow and like to be in full sun and in well drained soil. The Blue Isle, 'Gladiolus Blue Isle', a spring planted corm, exhibits magnificent dark blue flowers with a light blue heart.
Crocosmia Emily Mckenzie This plant has attractive foliage. Hummingbirds flock to their blooms. The Crocosmia is also commonly known as Monbretia. The Crocosmia Emily McKenzie, 'Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora emily mckenzie', a spring planted corm, produces beautiful orange flowers with red centers. Crocosmias are clump forming and bloom best in crowded conditions.
Gladiolus Cheops Plant in groups of six or more in the garden, or grow lots of them for cuttings in a bed. To extend the time of flower availability of your Glads, plant in two week intervals from early spring through June. They make striking accents in a mixed border.
Astilbe Visions In Pink The Astilbe Chinensis Visions in Pink PP#118, 'Astilbe Chinensis', has clear raspberry pink plumes that light up shady garden spaces in spring. Drifts of this Astilbe are stunning when paired with other white blooming shade plants like Japanese Orchids or Peonies. Mass astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens for maximum color and impact.
Astilbe Visions In Red Throughout the summer lacy deep green foliage adds ferny texture to garden beds long after the blooms have faded. Mass astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens for maximum color and impact. Astilbe needs well drained, but moist and highly organic soil; humusy forest gardens are a perfect example of where these plants will thrive.
Canna Taney This tropical plant performs equally well in normal soil, bogs, or even submerged in 6-8" of water.
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