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Discussion in 'Flower Gardening' started by cajunbelle, Feb 25, 2007.

  1. cajunbelle

    cajunbelle Daylily Diva

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    cajunbelle, Feb 25, 2007
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  2. toni

    toni Mistress of Garden Junque Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    Never heard of them, but they are pretty.
    I really try to stick with either natives or plants well adapted to our growing conditions.
     
    toni, Feb 25, 2007
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  3. saladbowl

    saladbowl New Seed

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    Those are pretty.
     
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  4. glendann

    glendann Official Garden Angel

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    Its really a pretty Plant,but I never
    heard of them.
     
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  5. Netty

    Netty Chaotic Gardener Plants Contributor

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    I never heard of them either, but they have beautiful blooms. And the fact they are fragrant is a plus! I didn't notice a recommended zone on that site, but I think it's safe to assume they wouldn't like my climate here in Ontario. Too bad...
     
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    eileen Resident Taxonomist Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    Sharon I haven't seen these before either but they remind me a bit of freesias. Lovely delicate looking flowers and so many colours. I'd certainly give them a try. :-D
     
    eileen, Feb 25, 2007
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  7. zuzu's petals

    zuzu's petals Silly Old Bat Plants Contributor

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    I've wondered about them, too, Sharon,
    but I never tried them or learned anything much. :oops:
     
    zuzu's petals, Feb 25, 2007
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  8. bethie

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    I planted these once. They did very so-so and disappeared fairly quickly. They like dry. I'm not sure what got them here-voles, a fungal thing or just winter. They were pretty but small.
     
    bethie, Feb 28, 2007
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    cajunbelle Daylily Diva

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    Thanks for the info Bethie. If I ever find them locally I might try them.
     
    cajunbelle, Mar 1, 2007
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