Iris pallida 'Argentea Variegata' ~ Variegated Sweet Iris less-2ft-spread The mildly fragrant flowers come

The mildly fragrant flowers  come in various pure shades or with markings and bloom from early fall to late spring

Chamaecyparis pisifera Silver Lode 2zz

or a die-back perennial in zones 8-9

IMAGES: Dave Proffer

Iris pallida 'Argentea Variegata' ~ Variegated Sweet Iris less-2ft-spread The mildly fragrant flowers comeVariegated Sweet Iris is a semi evergreen bulb perennial with long, aromatic sword shaped foliage that is green with ivory stripes and fan upwards. Sturdy stalks that grow from the center of the plant are topped by fragrant violet blue flowers from late spring into summer, attracting bees. Grows best in humusy, moist sell drained soils. Drought, deer, and disease resistant. Note: handle with gloves. Type: Perennial Origins: Croatia Height: 2' 3'