Pogonia ophioglossoides Gaura which means "gathering clouds brocade

which means "gathering clouds brocade

This ginger lily forms a clump of 4-5' tall stalks

Agave 'Marguerita Madness' produces 5' long

From early June (NC) through October

Pogonia ophioglossoides Gaura which means "gathering clouds brocadePogonia ophioglossoides is a threatened US native bog orchid (from Canada south to Florida and west to Texas). It enjoys the same conditions as pitcher plants wet feet, dry ankles, and acidic soils. In the wild, rose pogonia is dependent on fire to keep larger, more aggressive plants at bay. The 10" stem is adorned with a small, solitary green leaf and topped in spring with 1 3 small, light lavender, raspberry scented flowers with a dark purple