Category: Rare & Unusual Plants

  • Dragon Arum aka Dracunculus vulgaris

    Last week the big stink around here was briefly in the backyard. Each year I watch and wait as this lovely bloom emerges. Sadly this past week it was trashed by heavy rains so it’s not looking nearly so nice right now.  (Oh, the ephemeral beauties of the garden that we plant weirdos cherish!) I tried to…

  • My Plant Patriotism

    Every year around the 4th of July my Allium ‘Hair’ burst forth. I love these little green puffs as they float around and I love that they arrive at just the right time becoming that much more special to me. Happy 4th of July to everyone and anyone who loves the United States of America and all…