Plants in family iridaceae
Iris germanica 'Lenora Pearl'
Iris germanica 'Lenora Pearl' is a reblooming iris with soft pale baby pink petals and an orange beard. It features upright green sword-like leaves and is adaptable to a wide range of growing zones and soil types. This fragrant iris is perfect for pollinator and perennial gardens, thriving in full sun to part shade.
Tigridia pavonia 'Peachy Keen'
Tigridia pavonia 'Peachy Keen' is a Mexican shell flower with grey-green foliage resembling a palm tree seedling. It grows 2-foot tall stalks topped with large pinky-orange flowers with yellow and brown markings. The flowers bloom for one day but can continue sporadically for over a month.
Iris germanica 'Java Blue'
Iris germanica 'Java Blue' is a striking bearded iris with deep marine blue flowers and dramatic ruffles. Growing up to 33 inches tall, it features sword-like foliage and is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9. This drought-tolerant plant attracts pollinators and is resistant to deer, rabbits, and squirrels. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, making it a resilient and eye-catching addition to any garden.
Iris germanica 'Hermes'
Iris germanica 'Hermes' is a tall bearded iris with striking copper-orange-sienna and gold coloration. It features gray-green sword-like foliage and blooms in mid-spring, attracting pollinators and hummingbirds. This drought-tolerant plant grows 32 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade.
Iris odaesanensis
Iris odaesanensis is a rare beardless iris native to China and eastern Korea, known for its white flowers with a light brown blotch. It spreads to create a 2-4 foot wide mat and is evergreen in milder climates. The plant is drought-tolerant and attracts hummingbirds.
Iris cristata 'Mountain Girl'
Iris cristata 'Mountain Girl' is a selection from the Blue Ridge Mountains, known for its soft blue flowers with a white signal and dark blue accents. This deciduous iris grows to about 6 inches tall and thrives in rich, slightly moist woodland soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it a resilient choice for gardens. Its delicate flowers and compact size make it suitable for rock gardens or as a ground cover in shaded areas.
Iris hollandica 'Eye Of The Tiger'
Iris hollandica 'Eye Of The Tiger' is a deciduous hybrid known for its striking flowers with dark blue-purple petals and a bright yellow central blotch. It grows on 2-foot tall stalks in mid-April and is tolerant of hot, dry summers. This iris thrives in well-drained soils and is a favorite for attracting butterflies.
Iris unguicularis 'Great White'
Iris unguicularis 'Great White' is a robust plant with fragrant, pure white flowers that bloom from late fall to April. It forms clumps up to 20 inches tall and is a strong grower among white-flowered irises.
Gladiolus 'My Love'
Gladiolus 'My Love' is a space-saving flowering corm with white to barely-pink blooms, featuring ruffled and frilly petal edges streaked in raspberry pink. It grows vertically and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10, requiring full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture. This plant is deer and rabbit resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Iris cristata 'Vein Mountain'
Iris cristata 'Vein Mountain' is a unique dwarf iris known for its tall stature among its kind, reaching up to 1 foot. It features white flowers with a blue halo and a yellow beard, blooming in mid-April. This iris thrives in well-drained woodland soils and is native to North America. It is a great choice for rock gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hesperoxiphion peruvianum
Hesperoxiphion peruvianum is a plant with pleated leaves and bright yellow-orange flowers that bloom from late summer through fall. It features larger flowers than C. herbertii, with solitary blooms on the stalk, making it a striking addition to gardens.
Iris 'Full Eclipse'
Iris 'Full Eclipse' is a striking plant with velvety purple flowers that bloom in midsummer, featuring lower petals highlighted by a streak of yellow. It forms a spreading clump up to 6 feet wide in three years and thrives in wet to very moist sites, making it ideal for rain gardens and water features.
Crocosmia 'Walcroy'
Crocosmia 'Walcroy' is a striking plant with 2-foot tall flowering stalks that bear golden flowers with recurved petals. Its sword-like green foliage adds a dramatic touch to garden landscapes. This plant is a magnet for hummingbirds, making it a lively addition to any garden. It thrives in sunny locations and is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping. The plant's vibrant flowers and attractive foliage make it a standout in summer gardens.
Iris unguicularis 'Butt Not'
Iris unguicularis 'Butt Not' is a winter-blooming iris with light blue flowers and a prominent yellow eyezone. It is a free-flowering seedling from Iris 'Walter Butt', adding color to gardens during the colder months.
Gladiolus 'Peachy Cheeks'
Gladiolus 'Peachy Cheeks' is a dwarf, early spring flowering plant with thin, grass-like foliage and 2-foot tall flowering stalks. It produces soft pink flowers with a bright red stripe morphing to yellow, emerging in mid-October and going underground by June.
Iris chrysographes
Iris chrysographes is a hardy perennial known for its ultra-velvety, near-black blooms that are slightly scented and attract pollinators. It grows on slender, gray-green stalks with sword-like foliage, reaching a height of 18-20 inches. This iris is resistant to deer, pests, diseases, and juglone, making it ideal for borders, garden beds, and pond edges. It prefers moderate to higher moisture levels and thrives in USDA zones 4-8.
Iris sibirica 'Butter And Sugar'
Iris sibirica 'Butter And Sugar' is a clump-forming perennial with butter-yellow and white flowers that attract pollinators. This hardy plant grows under 3 feet tall and is resistant to deer and rabbits, thriving in full sun with moderate moisture needs.
Crocosmia 'Jenny Bloom'
Crocosmia 'Jenny Bloom' is a sturdy, weather-tolerant plant with flat, green, gladiolus-like leaves. It grows 30-inch tall spikes of orange buds that open to golden-yellow flowers. This plant is not overly invasive and is suitable for sunny gardens.
Iris brevicaulis 'Auburn Blues'
Iris brevicaulis 'Auburn Blues' is native to Seale, Alabama, forming a 2-foot tall clump with large light blue-lavender flowers. It blooms in late May, with flowers appearing near the base of the clump, making it a unique addition to gardens.
Iris 'Harvest Of Memories'
Iris 'Harvest Of Memories' is a reblooming iris with vibrant yellow flowers. It adapts well to various soil types and tolerates partial shade. This plant is ideal for cut flowers and attracts pollinators while being resistant to deer and rabbits.
Iris ensata 'Storm At Sea'
Iris ensata 'Storm At Sea' is a dramatic bicolor flower with large blue and violet blooms. It thrives in wet or normal garden soils and blooms in mid-spring, adding a striking presence to any garden.
Iris 'Picasso'
Iris 'Picasso' is a striking plant with lavender-purple flags and bronzy striped golden-yellow falls. This sweetly scented iris is pollinator-friendly and features vertical grass-like green foliage. It is ideal for use as cut flowers and container thrillers, thriving in full sun and partial shade. Fast-growing in fertile, well-drained soil, 'Picasso' is resistant to deer and juglone.
Gladiolus 'Rosy Cheeks'
Gladiolus 'Rosy Cheeks' is a charming plant known for its rosy pink flowers with a yellow eye and red mascara lines. It produces 2-foot tall spikes and has grass-like foliage, becoming dormant by mid-May. This plant is easy to grow and fast to multiply, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a reliable and colorful addition to their gardens. 'Rosy Cheeks' is an excellent option for those looking to add a touch of elegance and color to their outdoor spaces.
Iris sibirica 'Double Standards'
Iris sibirica 'Double Standards' is a deciduous plant known for its rich violet blue flowers with double the normal number of upright petals. This iris grows 34 inches tall and blooms in late April, preferring average to moist soils. 'Double Standards' is a captivating addition to gardens, offering a striking floral display with contrasting eye zones of dusty yellow and white with violet veining.
Iris germanica 'Harvest Of Memories'
Iris germanica 'Harvest Of Memories' is a reblooming iris with intense yellow flowers that appear in mid-spring and again from late summer to mid-fall. It is deer and rabbit-resistant and grows up to 3 feet tall. This iris attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in well-drained soil with full or partial sun.
Freesia refracta
Freesia refracta is a bulbous plant known for its bright honey-yellow blooms and peppery sweet scent. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in full sun with sandy, well-drained soil. This plant is suitable for USDA zones 8-10 and can be grown as an annual or perennial.
Iris japonica 'Wuhan Angel'
Iris japonica 'Wuhan Angel' is a deer-resistant, evergreen groundcover that spreads by rhizomes, reaching 10 feet wide in three years. It features 20-inch long, sword-like dark green leaves and clusters of white orchid-like flowers in early spring. This plant thrives in part sun to shade.