March has been and gone but my plant of the month is still flowering well into April.
Plant of the month
Each month I choose one of my favourite plants relevant for the season. So many to choose from, so little time...
Iris unguicularis
Despite the wind and rain, this tough little iris has been flowering since Christmas.
Hamamelis (Witch Hazel)
A shrub that flowers in winter and stands up to anything the weather throws at it is invaluable. Witch hazel is that shrub!
Sarcococca ruscifolia (Sweet or Christmas box)
This is a tough evergreen that packs a punch with its scent. Just one sprig brought into the house on a chill winters day will transform a room with its sweet vanilla-like perfume.
Viburnum farerri
My large Viburnum farerri has been looking good for some time and the white flowers will continue to bloom during mild spells throughout winter.