Pogonia ophioglossoides Manchuria region China grey-blue leaves

grey-blue leaves

giant clump of heavily textured

Canna 'Chocolate Sunrise'

where it thrives

The bold texture and upright form of cast iron plants is invaluable in the garden

Pogonia ophioglossoides Manchuria region China grey-blue leavesPogonia ophioglossoides is a threatened US native bog orchid (from Canada south to Florida and west to Texas). It enjoys the same conditions as pitcher plants wet feet, dry ankles, and acidic soils. In the wild, rose pogonia is dependent on fire to keep larger, more aggressive plants at bay. The 10" stem is adorned with a small, solitary green leaf and topped in spring with 1 3 small, light lavender, raspberry scented flowers with a dark purple