30 – 45 cms. Long, lance-shaped, grass green leaves. The brilliant purple flowers resemble orchids and display white to pale violet markings on each plant. Plant the tubers deeply in light shade on the edge of the woodland garden. Good winter drainage is best. Summer flowering. Winter dormant.
(Irish Primrose) – Pink flowers, very pretty. Light shade ideal. Good drainage.
9 cm pots - expensive but rare and seldom available. An amazing botanic miracle. The deep pink/red flowers resemble slightly folded, "propeller" blades. Happy in partial shade where it will scramble up through rhododendrons even. Suitable for sun or light shade. Winter dormant.