Iris versicolor John Wood Abutilon fast-multiplying hybrid crinum lily has

fast-multiplying hybrid crinum lily has been grown in the US since at least 1873 (according to Scott Ogden)

Good winter drainage is key for maximum cold tolerance when growing flowering maples in the ground

boat-shaped

Arum palaestinum prefers a dry site in the winter with good drainage

cattleya orchid-like flowers with a dark purple lip are held above the foliage

Iris versicolor John Wood Abutilon fast-multiplying hybrid crinum lily hasIris versicolor 'John Wood' is an amazing 1998 selection of the US native blue flag iris that was hybridized by John Wood and registered by Everett Lineberger. The spring foliage emerges with a spectacular black purple base and is topped, starting in mid May, with 42" stalks of flowers, each composed of violet falls with a yellow throat and a pink zone between, all adorned with violet veining. The flowers are topped with 6 standard petals three violet