Spiderwort - Shimmer Mixed
The Spiderwort Shimmer Mixed, 'Tradescantia andersoniana', has compact and upright green foliage with large pink, lilac, blue, rose, mauve and occasional white flowers. The flowers open for one day but new blooms appear from June to October. With a plant height of 30” and a spread of 24-36”, it is one that should not be missed. The contrast of the flower color and foliage make it a definite eye catcher. Deadhead after the first flowering to prolong its blooming time. Tradescantia ‘Shimmer Mixed’ should be planted in a sunny area, but they will tolerate some morning shade, with well-drained soil. It will tolerate damp soil but should not be over watered. ‘Shimmer Mixed’ mixes beautifully with wild and naturalistic woodlands, in any perennial bed or as a border plant and attracts butterflies. Try ‘Shimmer Mixed’ with Geranium ‘Johnson’s Blue’ or Alchemilla ‘Lady’s Mantle’. PPAF. ... find out more
Iris - Megabucks The Iris Megabucks, Iris x germanica 'Mega Bucks' is a tall bearded iris that has split colored flowers with yellow on top and purple on the bottom. The purple on the bottom has a dark margin around the flower and a dark yellow beard. With a velvety texture and beautiful sword-shaped foliage, it has a plant height of 34”. It prefers average, well-drained soil in full sun, but will tolerate a little afternoon shade. Megabucks will make a great addition around pools, ponds and water gardens, and for mass plantings. It can also be used in difficult banks and preventing erosion. They also make magnificent cut flowers and are resistant to deer.
