Crinum 'Temple Bells' is one of the best introductions from the late crinum breeder Marcelle Sheppard
Scadoxus puniceus is one of those plants you just have to see in person to believe
This offering originated from a Keith Rushford collection from 11
Despite myths to the contrary
to 30" long x 5" wide
Penstemon ovatus Calanthe Crinum 'Temple Bells' is onePenstemon ovatus is one of those stunning blue flowered perennials, native to the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia), that has no business growing in the hot, humid southeast US yet, it has thrived in our trials. Because Penstemon ovatus is native in moist, partly shady, low to mid elevations, it grows in well drained, compost enhanced soils, and doesn't have a problem with occasional irrigation. For us, it has also thrived