Van Dycks

Varieties

Japanese Higo Iris

See Iris ensata

Joe Pye Weed

See Eupatorium maculatum atropurpureum

Kniphofia uvaria

(Red Hot Poker, Tritoma) Plant in good, well-drained soil enriched with humus in full sun. Plant 2-3" deep and 24" apart. Protect from intense sun. Once established, it does not like to be disturbed. It rarely requires division; when necessary divide in spring. In cold areas use a heavy winter mulch of leaves or salt hay, or protect the plant by tying the foliage over the crown. Grows 24-30" tall. Blooms June-July. Hardy in zones 6-9.

Lady's Mantle

See Alchemilla Mollis

Lamium

Excellent groundcover perennial that thrives in difficult areas where little else will survive. Grows best in partial to deep shade, but will grow in sun if adequate water is provided. Will tolerate poor soil and dry conditions. Spreads quickly. Grows 6-8" and blooms in May-June. Hardy in zones 3-8.

Lavandula

(English Lavender) Plant in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. Soil that is too fertile makes the plant less hardy. Space 18a

Lavatera

Plant in average garden soil in full sun. Lavatera can tolerate dry sandy soil, wind, and salty air, making it suitable as a seaside planting. Space 36- 48" apart. Grows 4-5' tall. Blooms June-frost. Hardy in zones 5-10.

Lavender

See Lavandula

Lenten Rose

See Helleborus

Leucanthemum superbum

(Shasta Daisy) Plant in rich, very well-drained soil in full sun. Space 18- 24" apart. Keep watered and fertilize regularly throughout the growing season. Divide in spring or fall every 2-3 years to keep plants vigorous and compact. Grows 36" tall. Blooms June-October, if deadheaded. Hardy in zones 4-9.