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Iberis sempervirens 'Alexander's White'
Candytuft
ZONE 3, HT 8-12", SUN
Great as a spring blooming groundcover or in a sunny rock garden. White flowers blanket the evergreen foliage in spring. May even rebloom in fall! Can be usd to fill in crevices in stone walls, patios, and walks. Likes dry soil.

Iberis sempervirens 'Tahoe'
Candytuft

ZONE 3-9, HT 6-8", SUN/PART SUN
A compact, very well-branched evergreen perennial that welcomes spring with its snow white blossoms. Prefers well drained soils and is drought tolerant.

 


Iris 'Black Gamecock'  
Louisiana Water Iris     

ZONE 4-10, HT 48", PART SUN      
Yes, I have been assured by our supplier that university studies have shown this plant to be hardy to zone 4! Black petals with a bright yellow stripe near the base. Flowers in early summer, tolerant of wet areas, good cut flower.


Iris cristata
Dwarf Crested Iris

ZONE 3-8, HT 4-6", SUN/PART SUN
This low, native iris flowers blue with a yellow crest in mid spring. A good edging plant or use as groundcover. Ideal for shade in well drained, acidic soil.

 


Iris ensata 'Center of Interest'
Japanese Iris

ZONE 4-9, HT 24", SUN/PART SUN
Very large, blue flowers with white and yellow centers and blue-edged stamens in mid summer. Loves moist soil in full sun.

 

Iris ensata 'Imperial Magic '
Japanese Iris
ZONE 4, HT 32", SUN/PART SUN
Flowers are light lavender with pronounced purple veining and a yellow center. Prefers acidic soil with ample moisture. Will attract butterflies but not deer or rabbits.

Iris ensata Mt Fuji
Iris ensata 'Mt. Fuji '
Japanese Iris

ZONE 4, HT 36", SUN
Large white flowers with yellow falls bloom in June and July. A wonderful border plant ideal for consistently moist soil. A lovely cut flower to add to your summer bouquets.

 


 
Iris ensata 'Pink Lady'  
Japanese Iris  
 

ZONE 4, HT 32-36", SUN       
Add some diversity to the color pallet of your iris collection with 'Pink Lady'. This summer blooming iris has clear pink petals and a yellow throat. Nice upright green foliage. A great cut flower and a good boarder plant.


Iris ensata 'Royal Robes'  
Japanese Iris  
 

ZONE 4, HT 32", SUN/PT SUN       
A great perennial to grow in boggy soil where other plants struggle. Deep plum colored flowers with white, blue, and yellow flares bloom in June. A great edging plant and good cut flower.


Iris Shogun
Iris ensata 'Shogun'      
Japanese Iris          

ZONE 4, HT 32", SUN/PT SUN       
Rich red flowers have ruffled petals with white and yellow falls. Prefers moist to boggy soils. A must for Iris collectors! Makes a great cut flower and is not bothered by deer or rodents.


 
Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills'       
Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3, HT 35", SUN/PT SHADE          
Beautiful coral pink blooms in late spring. Plant in well drained soil and full sun for optimal blooming conditions. Makes a lovely cut flower. Pair with Iberis for a good spring show.


 
Iris germanica 'Brown Lasso'       Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3, HT 24", SUN          
Golden-orange blooms have lavender falls in late spring/early summer. Great for the sun garden or use as an edging plant. Drought tolerant when established. For the greatest color impact, plant in groupings of 3 to 5.


 
Iris germanica 'Chasing Rainbows'       Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3-8, HT 34", FULL SUN         
This tall bearded iris truly is rainbow with pink, magenta, and violet ruffles. Blooms mid to late season.



 
Iris germanica 'Clarence'
Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3-9, HT 30", SUN/PART SUN          
A reblooming iris that blooms in late spring and again in early fall, light blue to white standards and sky blue falls. Group with 'Immortality' and 'Breakers' for a festival of whites and blues in spring and fall.


 
Iris germanica 'Feed Back'
Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3, HT 36", SUN          
The large blue-violet blooms of this early blooming, fragrant iris are absolutely stunning.  Wide ruffled petals and yellow beards.  Reliably blooms again in the fall.  Performs best in well drained soil.  Plant with other reblooming varieties such as 'Immortality' and 'Harvest of Memories' for a variety of color in autumn.


Iris germanica Immortality
Iris germanica 'Immortality'
Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3-9, HT 30", SUN/PART SUN          
This spectacular bearded iris can be seen blooming on the west side of our greenhouse in late spring and, amazingly, again in the fall. The pure white blooms have yellow beards and are delightfully fragrant.


 
Iris germanica 'Pass the Wine'
Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3-8, 36", FULL SUN          
This bearded iris is absolutely loaded with buds that give way to glistening blooms in midsummer. Pale creamy pink standards with wine colored falls and a yellow beard.


 
Iris germanica 'Poem of Ecstasy' 
Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3, HT 36", SUN/PT SUN
Beautiful bicolor pink/purple pastel flowers bloom late spring and early summer. Each stem holds up to 8 buds each. A great accent plant for a late spring garden.


 
Iris germanica 'Red Hawk' 
Bearded Iris   

ZONE 3, HT 36", SUN
This unique specimen blooms an elegant shade of deep red in late summer. Needs well drained soil to prevent rotting. Pairs great with Coreopsis. Deer and rabbit resistant.


 
Iris germanica 'Savannah Sunset'          
Bearded Iris
     

ZONE 3-9, HT 38", FULL SUN        
This iris will bring the orange hues of summer sunset to your garden. We chose this variety because of its superior bloom habit. Flowers are bright orange with 8-10 buds per stem in midsummer.


 
Iris germanica 'Sugar Blues'          
Bearded Iris
     

ZONE 3, HT 36", SUN        
A reblooming fragrant variety. Awesome! Flowers are a sunny medium blue blooming in May and June. Very reliable and hardy. Drought tolerant once established. Suitable for rock gardens.


 
Iris germanica 'Superstition'          
Bearded Iris
     

ZONE 3, HT 36", SUN        
The deep purple flowers appear almost black when they bloom in early summer. Bearded Iris are best suited for the sun garden. They require moist soil at first, but as they become more established, they are very drought tolerant. A great cut flower!



 
Iris germanica 'Swingtown'        Bearded Iris 

ZONE 3, HT 36", FULL SUN
Mulberry ruffled petals. A prolific bloomer with a sweet lavender fragrance in midsummer.


 
Iris germanica 'Tanzanian Tangerine'    Bearded Iris 

ZONE 3, HT 38", SUN/PT SHADE
A late spring blooming variety that can be used as a specimen or en masse. Peach flowers with falls that look as though they have been splashed with red wine. Beautiful, long lasting cut flower. Plant in well drained soil.


 
Iris louisiana 'Bold Pretender'
Louisiana Water Iris
ZONE 4, HT 28-36", SUN
One can never have too many irises in their garden, and this one is truly stunning! Dark watermelon colored petals with a yellow throat. Blooms early to midsummer. For a bold combination that you and the butterflies will love, plant with Iris 'Black Gamecock'.

 
Iris sibirica 'Butter & Sugar'
Siberian Iris

ZONE 3, HT 28", SUN          
A great choice for mass plantings or just adding a few to your sun garden. Grassy foliage forms upright clumps. Buttery yellow and white bicolored flowers first appear in early summer and may repeat bloom.


Iris sibirica 'Caesar's Brother'
Siberian Iris

ZONE 3-9, HT 42", SUN
Rich, deep blue flowers held high above the sword-like foliage in early summer. These have always been an attention getter in our display garden.

 


Iris Dreaming Spires
Iris sibirica ''Dreaming Spires'
Siberian Iris

ZONE 5, HT 36”, SUN/PT SUN        
Sky blue flowers in early to midsummer. Does best in moist soils. Pairs nicely with other varieties. Use as a cut flower.

 


Iris sibirica 'Eric the Red'
Siberian Iris

ZONE 3-9, HT 36", SUN
Striking for its wine red blooms with blue and white centers in early summer. The foliage looks great all season.

 

 


 
Iris sibirica 'Isabelle'
Siberian Iris

ZONE 3, HT 24-36”, SUN     
Creamy white standards with yellow falls.  Blooms in early to mid summer.  Looks really great when planted among perennials with chartreuse or dark colored foliage. Try pairing with Cimicifuga.


Iris Sibirica Papillon
Iris sibirica 'Papillon'
Siberian Iris

ZONE 3, HT 32", SUN
Violet petals. Flowers have a white and yellow center with dark veins. Tolerates moist soil.

 


Iris sibirica 'Pink Haze'
Siberian Iris

ZONES 3-9, HT 30-36", SUN
A warm, lavender bloom with a crimson blaze above grassy green foliage in early summer.

 


 
Iris sibirica 'Roanoke's Choice'      Siberian Iris                      

ZONE 4, HT 24-32”, SUN     
Forms an elegant clump of deep green grass-like foliage.  Lilac flowers with yellow centers open from long stems extending from the foliage.  A heavy bloomer that is very easy to grow! Blooms late spring/early summer.


 
Iris sibirica 'Sakagami'     
Siberian Iris              
        

ZONE 3, HT 48", SUN          
This tall Siberian Iris has very dark purple flowers in early summer. Provide this iris with plenty of moisture and sunlight, and you will be rewarded with healthy green foliage and impressive blooms. Pair with Iris sibirica 'Butter and Sugar' for a great complimentary effect in your garden.


 
Iris sibirica 'Silver Edge'     
Siberian Iris              
        

ZONE 2, HT 27-29”, SUN     
A trouble free perennial with a beautiful display of butterfly-like flowers in late spring.  Medium blue flowers with silver edging.  Very tolerant of wet sites and suitable for stream bank or pond side plantings.


Iris sibirica 'Tropic Night'
Siberian Iris        

ZONE 3-9, HT 30", SUN       
Sultry, deep blue-purple flowers are 3 1/2" across. Late bloomer.

 

 


Iris sibirica 'White Swirl'
Siberian Iris

ZONE 3-9, HT 32", SUN
Ruffled white with a slight hint of yellow at the throat. Blooms midseason.

 

 


Iris versicolor 'Claret Cup'        
Blue Flag Iris   

ZONE 4, HT 30", SUN     
Plant in moist soil or along pond and stream banks. Forms a large clump of upright foliage with gracefully arching tips. Ruby flowers bloom in late spring and early summer. Green seed pods mature to brown.


Kirengeshoma palmata
Yellow Wax Bells
ZONE 5-9, HT 36", PART SUN
Hailing from the cool forests of Japan and Korea, this upright perennial has arching stems with large, lobed, soft-green leaves. Produces waxy yellow flowers in summer. Requires moist, humus rich, lime-free soil.

Kniphofia 'Grandiflora Mixture
Red Hot Poker
ZONE 5, HT 48", SUN
This is a great accent plant for your perennial garden. Flowers in shades of orange and cream stand above the yucca-like foliage. Performs best in well drained soils.


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