They bloom with lilacs, Van Houtte spirea, and the intermediate iris. Zwanenburg is a pure white of lasting substance. The Bishop is one of the finer dark purples, excellent as contrast for pale pins and lavenders. Cottage Tulips . Those in this class are similar but usually have longer flowers than the Darwins.
Advance is the most spectacular and looks like a great flame-red poppy.
English Daisies and blue bedding violas in front of them guarantee they'll show off at their best. These rate high on grace and are in demand for cutting. Unusual art shades and smoky overlays of hazy lavender and purples mark this group. They're excellent cut flowers to arrange in brass and copper. Plant near purple honesty, the golden daisylike doronicums, orange and yellow wallflowers, or yellow and bronzy pansies.