Norman Winter of Tribune News Services takes a look at a new flower variety being released in the US this year - hopefully not far away from reaching NZ shores.
The word wort is an old word simply meaning root, herb or plant. It faded from everyday use during the 17th century but is still incorporated in the common names of many plants today.
Tucked away in a sheltered spot of the Lindsay Creek border next to the Wolf Harris fountain there is an appealing combination of foliage and flowers on display.