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This lily is not registered with the RHS.

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Was formerly called Fringed Lemonade.

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Great plant for a soggy spot, pond edge, or bog garden. I have it growing in a "pocket pond," a 22" diameter no-hole container, with no more than 4 inches of water over the crown. It survives zone 6 winters in the container with no problem. It's vigorous enough that you'd probably want to contain it around the edges of smaller ponds, or I think it would be a thug. (It out-competes anything else I try to put in the same container.)

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More "obedient" in the garden than regular obedient plant... a little shorter, and hasn't multiplied or spread much in the 2 years that I've had it. Still prone to sprawling, so if you want upright stems for your vase you'll need to stake it. I really like the variegation, which stays crisp & white from spring to fall.

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Floratam was released in 1973 and resists the viral infection St. Augustine decline (SAD) and the chinch bug. Not as cold or shade tolerant.

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Advance is a really lovely crocus with a nice two toned effect. The flowers are brushed with color on the outside but open a paler colored interior.

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No ugly browning from cold, snow or ice damage in winter.

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Adaptable to a wide variety of soil and weather conditions.

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Will tolerate clay soil.

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this plant is not the real S. 'Chivalry'; we have had this plant in german collections too;

in 12/2010 the breeder told Erwin Geiger how his cultivar has to look like:

"S. 'Chivalry' is a velvety red, sort of like an improved more narrow-leaved version of 'Cleveland Morgan'."

the wrong plant shown here looks very similar to Hen and Chicks (Sempervivum x christii 'Collecteur Anchisi'); in germany we all placed it to the NOIDs nevertheless;

in 08/2012 we found a plant in an old collection which seems to be the right one; but it has to be checked around the year and presented to the breeder for a final conclusion;

http://www.sempervivum-liste.d...

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Native in the Pacific Northwest, from Alaska to California, east to Alberta and Wyoming. Found near stream beds or other wet areas, sea level to mid elevation. Very tall tree, eagles often use them as nest sites. The cotton can be a real nuisance if the wind is blowing it into your yard. Used extensively by indigeneous people: the inner bark and cadmium were eaten; buds boiled in deer fat to make a fragrant salve; gum from buds used for baldness and sore throats, to waterproof baskets, and as glue for arrowheads; ashes were made into soap; bark used for baskets. Bees also collect the resin which acts as an disinfectant in their hives and to seal out small mammals.

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I've always struggled with this plant. It does well for a couple years, then just kind of peters out. (Pacific Northwest)

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Foliage hangs in longer than other poppies. May rebloom in the fall. Mulch and prevent wet soil in winter.

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Native in the Pacific Northwest, from Alaska to Oregon, and east to Ontario. Found in the forest understory in damp conditions. Bears are fond on their bright red berries. A stunning plant, but beware of the spines! Medicinal use for arthritis, tuberculosis, diabetes, lice.

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This shows up here and there in my beds and is listed as an invasive non-native in my area (Pacific NW). I like the foliage, but am underwhelmed with the teeny pinkish white flowers. I generally pull it out as it shows up, although it is not a particular problem.

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I found Capree Elizabeth for sale at Brent & Becky's and have never seen it offered anywhere else. Had to have it when I saw the unusual coloring. There is a variation in color, with the flowers opening much lighter and then deepening in color as they age.

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I could hardly believe how small the blooms were on the tommies blooming this spring. First time for me planting Crocus tommasinianus. I did, however, love the soft lilac coloring. I think these need to be planted in large groupings to have a nicer impact at bloom time.

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Planted Akebono last fall. Bloomed this spring. I have to say the ruffled, full flowers are so pretty they stop me in my tracks. My neighbors flipped over how beautiful this tulip was. Lasted a long time in bloom also, which is always a plus. I don't know whether Akebono will return for me or be a one-shot deal, so I have bought more bulbs and will be planting it again this fall.

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Twilight is well named. I have never seen another crocus with as deep a color or anything near the midnight blue that Twilight is. Really pretty blooms.

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Delicate parsley-like flavor. Use in salads, soups, sauces, chicken, fish, and as an ingredient in fines herbes. Good source of Vitamin C and carotene. Chervil tea is a traditional Holy Thursday drink for its restorative qualities following Lent. Gather leaves before the plant flowers and freeze or dry.

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