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Seed-heads are another sign of successful procreation. Many perennials produce seed-heads which are ornamental and last throughout the winter.
Iris foetidissima, Striking gladwyn
Latin nameIris foetidissima
Common nameStriking gladwyn
Type of plantRhizomatous
HardinessHardy
Flower colourDull purple or yellow
Leaf colourMid-green
Height and spread30cm to 1m x indefinite (1ft to 3.3ft x indefinite)
Description
A spreading rhizomatous evergreen with a flowering stem that produces up to nine flowers 5cm to 10cm (2in to 4in) wide. In autumn, the cylindrical seed pods burst open to reveal scarlet, round fruits. A great bog garden plant.
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Autumn foliage
Autumn berries and fruit

Autumn seed-heads
Winter evergreens
Winter bark and stems
Winter flowers