Purple with purple beard -- these absolutely fill the center of the bed in a cool pool of purple loveliness.
And how about these inky beauties? Nearly black, except when the sun shines through them.
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I wanted Iris Beverly Sills for years -- finally found her on eBay! Isn't she just the greatest iris?
There are other blooms in the perennial bed. Here's a lovely digitalis.
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What a terrific color, and those great freckles spilling out of the flowers just fascinate me.
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Hey! That's no flower!
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And coming soon... Papaver Princess Victoria Louise! Can't wait!
1 comment:
Luv them. They always fill the yard with joy.
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