koolbeanzzzz That is a Purple Walking Iris in the front and I planted a lime green bromeliad (for full sun) in the back. The walking iris is absolutely gorgeous when it is bloom (February-June). Here's link I found that with more information on the plant: http://www.hoeandshovel.com/2012/03/more-on-irises-for-florida.html
koolbeanzzzz I have been very quick on the responses today .... I had the same question earlier so I will just give you the link to that conversation: http://www.houzz.com/questions/92049
Thanks!