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 | Welcome to installment #543 of Landscaping Newsletter. In case you haven't figured out my reference in this week's title, I'm dubbing iris the "rainbow flower" in recognition of the word's origin. It comes from the Greek goddess of the rainbow, a fitting tribute to a plant with such colorful flowers. The fact that many types are also fragrant flowers is a nice bonus.... | |
Batik German Iris
If names hold much significance for you, then you'll find this week's featured plant well-named on two scores. For this particular iris goes by the cultivar name, 'Batik.' Those of you versed in arts and crafts will recognize that name: it is an ancient artistic technique. What could that possibly have to do with a flower? Read my article on Batik German iris and find out. More importantly, you can learn how to grow this beauty.
| Plants With Fragrant Foliage
As I mentioned above, irises can be wonderfully fragrant. I would be hard-pressed to select another plant over the traditional iris solely on the basis of aroma. But some folks find strong-smelling flowers (well, at least certain types) a bit too potent for their tastes. If you're an aficionado of more subtle smells in the garden, you may enjoy this article on plants that have fragrant leaves.
| Kwanzan Cherry Trees
I find that Kwanzan cherry isn't as fussy as some of the other well-known cherry trees in the spring landscape. In my yard, a Kwanzan stands at the center of an early-season display that includes many of the plants I've mentioned to you in my April Landscaping Report and March Landscaping Report. Use the information in my article on Kwanzan cherry as a springboard for researching this specimen, to determine if you'd like one in your own yard.
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