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~ African Iris This clumping, robust perennial has stiff leaves radiating up and out in a fan-shaped pattern. The flower spikes are topped with 3-inch white flowers marked with yellow and blue. Although short-lived (about 2 days), the flowers are produced sporadically throughout the year. Plants grow to 4 or 5 feet tall in standing…
Textilis Bamboo
~ Textilis Bambusa textilis Weavers, Wong Chuk. A tight clumper with very erect multiple poles, that begin blue-ish, turn dark green and then ripen to gold. Very clean at the base. An excellent privacy hedge or striking ornamental. 40’ tall with 2” culms. Clumping bamboos can be planted without fear of them spreading beyond their…
Haden Mango
~Haden Mango The spicy excellent flavor and good color of ‘Haden’ makes it a long-time favorite in Hawaii. Fruits are ready to harvest June-July, averaging between 16-24 ounces. ‘Haden’ tends towards a vigorous, spreading habit and alternate bearing (fruits every other year). It is best suited for dry areas only.
Guadaloupe
~ Heliconia psittacorum The flowers are abundant and are red with orange edging that open into a spiral shape. The sepals inside the bracts are fanned upright and have green tips which makes the entire flower structure unique and extremely attractive. It performs very nicely in containers. A very beautiful smaller sized and rich flowering…
Nancy’s Revenge
~ Nancy’s Revenge Colocasia esculenta The intricate and unusual ‘Nancy’s Revenge’ is an exceptionally ornamental elephant ear that was discovered in the Caribbean by aroid enthusiast, Jerry Kranz, and named after his business partner, Nancy McDaniels. It may also be sold under the name, ‘Nancyana.’ Each striking leaf is solid green when it first emerges…
