Hybrid Group: Japanese Large Flowered.
Flower description: Large striking bluish-violet flowers in April/May.
Height & habit: 50-80cm / 1.5-2.5ft approx. in 10 years. Blue Danube is a flat grower with evergreen, dark foliage.
Uses: Perfect for containers. A mass of flower in spring provides a colourful display and the evergreen foliage provides interest throughout the year. Because of its low growing habit Blue Danube is a good choice for the front of a mixed border.

Hybrid Group: Aronense.
Flower description: Small light-reddish purple ruffled flowers in March/April.
Height & habit: 50-80cm / 1.5-2.5ft approx. in 10 years. Geisha Purple is a very hardy evergreen, compact grower.
Uses: Perfect for containers. A mass of flower in spring provides a colourful display and the evergreen foliage provides interest throughout the year. Because of its compact habit Geisha Purple is a good choice for the front of a mixed border.