Bletilla striata Ogon Thalictrum For over three decades

For over three decades

The Asian Dryopteris sieboldii is one of the most unique

the peculiar inflorescence (flower head) is the first sign of life

What a great way to say "I love you" without going to all of the trouble and hassle of buying and sending a gift

the growth rate is much slower in drier soils

Bletilla striata Ogon Thalictrum For over three decadesTo quote former President Jimmy Carter, "I have lusted in my heart" after first seeing Bletilla striata 'Ogon' at the JC Raulston Arboretum many years ago. The golden foliage, which resembles young palm leaves, emerges in mid spring along with the new flower spikes, which quickly rise along with the leaves. The flowers of Bletilla striata 'Ogon' top out at 2' tall, about 6" above the foliage. The contrast of the purple flower and golden foliage is one