Iris unguicularis Belamcanda our plant begins flowering in

our plant begins flowering in mid-February (NC) and continues until fall

'Sun Power' boasts sturdy

green palm foliage and sharp "needles" at the base to protect the seeds

Rudbeckia maxima is an overlooked drought-tolerant native that can be found from Arkansas to Texas

The 18" tall stems are topped with shiny green

Iris unguicularis Belamcanda our plant begins flowering in(syn: I. stylosa) The little known, winter blooming Algerian iris is one of our favorites for its ability to flower when few others dare. The narrow green leaves, to only 18" tall, make a dense deer resistant clump to 18" wide. Starting in October November (weather permitting), the clumps begin to flower with 2" very fragrant, light lavender purple flowers continuing through April (temporarily ceasing when the temperature drops below 15 degrees F).