I have not had luck with glads either, Annie! Main problem for me is they are so top-heavy and I don't like the way they flop.
Hopefully the crocosmia will spread like other bulbs and then I'll have enough for everyone.
Well, I'll need to check my Japanese anemone for seeds for everyone!
No deadheading for me!
I have not heard of tri-colored willows. Tell us more about them! Also how do you like the flowering hawthorn?