Valued for fragrance, cut flowers, garden decoration. Many strains available. Column stock and double Giant Flowering are unbranched, 2-3 ft. tall, and can be planted in rows.
All species have long, narrow gray-green leaves and luxiriant flowers in erect clusters.
Leaves oblong to 4 inches long. Colors include white, pink, red, purple, lavendar, cream. Where rainfall is heavy, plant in raised beds to ensure good drainage, prevent root rot.