Iris cristata Eco Orchid Giant 9a are clothed with thick waxy-green

are clothed with thick waxy-green leaves that remain evergreen all winter

ampelaster

Tamarix ramosissima is a plant like lantana or impatiens

Crinum 'Mystery' is an introduction from the late crinum breeder Cecil Houdyshel

Iris cristata Eco Orchid Giant 9a are clothed with thick waxy-greenIris 'Eco Orchid Giant' is a Don Jacobs selection of widespread woodland native, Iris cristata. This extremely floriferous form was collected in Murray County, Georgia in 1988, and subsequently registered with the American Iris Society in 1993. The slowly expanding, 5" tall patch of foliage is nearly obscured with orchid blue flowers, starting for us in mid April. Good drainage and light shade are the key to success.