Thanks again, especially for the candytuft ID, they are the stars of the spiral right now but they're starting to go to seed. I have a fountain in the front yard, and although I agree it would look great I wouldn't want to deal with the hassle in that particular spot. Birds love fountains, consequently they need to be cleaned frequently and it always involves splashing a lot of water on the ground and walking around the fountain a bit. Maybe I could get a birdbath and hook it to the irrigation system, but a statue would be easier and require less maintenance. I think I'm a one fountain person, a second is not something I relish taking care of but I wouldn't dream of getting rid of the one I have. Most recently a bench has been added to the garden, I realized that the place where the path brushes the raised bed is the coolest and most comfortable spot to hang out so I mentioned it to the DH and next thing I knew we had a new bench. I love it, it's perfect for sitting and enjoying my new area.

Thanks all for your nice comments. Fancy Buttons is described as 5" across, but I think mine is more like four. As the day advances it opens up a little more so it might reach 5". I didn't get to see it later yesterday. I bought it directly from the Joiners. Their DLs seem to do well in my garden. I had to add that new photo of IF since each day it seems like there is always a quantity of blooms. I have it planted towards the front and you always notice it as you walk by. Thank you. Jane

"I believe you've just answered my question, thanks, tho' I see you haven't commented on its content." I believe you've just answered my question. Thanks, but you have not commented on its content. In regards to where these plants come from. They are grown in Hawai'i. This is the place where everyone comes to get the newest species and cultivars. People to this day are still returning to get more of Ed Eby's original Lavranos and other collected numbered species. There are things that we see today with names from its origin. The name "Koko" is a name given to a species which nobody, including Ed of where it came from. It was believed that it was named after the place where it grew, supposedly botanical park at Koko Crater. But Angel Ramos has scoured the entire gardens trying to find even one plant and this plant does not come from Koko Head Gardens. Many many species which have been planted and naturalized has come from here, but so many in Ed's collection is in his collection alone. Since sansevierias have been grown here, there are many sports and selections made from plants grown naturally and in grower's collections. Japan, Thailand and many far away collectors come here annually seeking new and different forms to cultivate, multiply and sell. A new sport of trif. laurentii from a leaf cutting

Hi I mailed it today. Sorry it took me so long but now I have a very sick puppy on my hands. Delivery confirmation # 03040370000044096051. Not sure if they have updated there site yet or not. May be Monday before you find anything online about it. Thans for hosting the robin. I hope you like morning glories because there are alot of them in there!! Sheena