RAINBOW EUCALYPTUS aka MINDANAO GUM EUCLAYPTUS DEGLUPTA Native to the Philippines and New Guinea The trunk is a riot of color , it reminds me of a Monet painting As the bark peels it reveals a beautiful spectrum of Browns, Yellows. Grays, Greens , Pinks and Reds Handsome dark olive , Lancelot leaves on pendulous branches A Noble tall tree to 50 ft if you allow it I first saw this tree in Hawaii and years later in Costa Rica both times my eyes were drawn to it like a magnet draws iron filings Here in Santa Barbara I have seen it take temps of 20 degrees for short periods of time .

PEPPERMINT EUCALYPTUS EUCALYPTUS NICHOLII Native to Australia Graceful , weeping tree to 35 ft. Upright main trunk with a spreading crown Leaves are Light Green , often purple tinged 3 to 5 inches long The crushed leaves smell like Smith Brothers Cough Drops sort of peppermint scent. Grows fast Great Garden or street tree Its beauty is in its fine textured foliage and billowing willowy form Useful in arrangements and as an air freshener

LEMON SCENTED GUM EUCALYPTUS CITRIDORA Native to Australia One of the most graceful of trees Tall , Slender [70 ft ] Trunk usually straight but can curve sometimes Leaves are long 3 to 7 inches , narrow , golden Green . The wonderful Lemon Scent of the leaves is useful in arrangements and sachets. Seed capsules are URN Shaped 3/8 inches wide useful in crafts. A designers tree it enhances any architecture. Can grow close to walls and walks Very fast Hardy to 24 F once established.

EUCALYPTUS BABY BLUE EUCALYPTUS POLYANTHEMOS Native to Australia. This improved cultivar is one of the preferred Eucalyptus used by Florist for Foliage filler. Small almost round Gray Leaves A pleasant spicy / woody scent. Easy to grow as a small tree or large bush Hardy to 9 degrees F once established

RED CAP EUCALYPTUS EUCALYPTUS ERYTHROCARYS Native to West Australia A small tree to 30 ft but can be pruned to be shorter The flower bud is a sight to behold a Bright Red Cap that falls off. Then the Bright Yellow -Green Flower follows with a broad display. Tue seed pod can be 2 or more inches across. Excellent for craft work. Sickle shaped lanceolate leaves that hang and turn with the slightest breeze. The bark is more or less smooth , peeling in thin flakes

BLUE BUSH ROSE EUCALYPTUS EUCALYPTUS MACROCARPA ROSEA Native to Western Australia A curious sprawling shrub to 15 ft Broad Ovate Silvery Blue clasping Leaves in ranks 3 inches long and as broad. The trunk color is gray to pinkish Clear Vivid Red flowers borne in profusion at an early age. Nectar produced by the flower attracts humming birds by the score. The seed capsule is Goblet shaped 3 to 4 inches wide. The largest of any Eucalyptus A welcome addition to the Floral arranger A very ornamental shrub like tree. Good in most soils and most sites even near the beach or desert. Pleasant spicy scent Hardy to 14 degrees F

ACACIA CULTRIFORMIS KNIFE ACACIA Native to New South Wales Silvery Gray Leaves shaped like 1inch long paring Knife blades stuck to the stems Florists find this foliage useful in arrangements An evergreen shrub to 10 ft tall Clusters of small Yellow flowers shaped like mini pompoms in March Naturally a multistemed tree Great Bonsai Subject Use as a barrier or informal screen Very useful on Banks and Slopes, Hardy to 19 degrees F

EUCALYPTUS FISIFOLI RED FLOWERED MALEE Spectacular 1 ft clusters of scarlet Red flowers all year long here in Santa Barbara. Hardy to 30 degrees F Usually single trunked , round headed tree to 40 ft. Compact crown , one can train it to be a multi stemmed big bush. Leaves are 3 to 7 inches long , shape and texture of a rubber plant leaves. The bark is red and stringy to gray and fibrous. This is one of the few Eucalyptus trees that you can grow other plants under. It does not poison the ground beneath it. Well rooted , does not blow over like so many Eucalyptus trees. Used for cut flower and foliage. The seed capsules are 1 inch wide , like miniature dice cups with swollen bottoms , and used in crafts.

LILY OF THE NILE AGAPANTHUS ORIENTALIS An Outstanding free blooming plant. Broad arching medium Green leaves in big clumps Flower stems to 4-5 ft tall bear up to 100 Blue flowers Adaptable to grow in full sun or in as little as 3 hours of sun a day. Best in loamy soil but will grow in heavy soils; thrives with ample water during growing season, but established plants can grow and bloom without watering. In cold winter areas , lift and store over winter and replant in spring. Superb container plant . Good as a border and near pools and ponds.

VARIEGATED LILY OF THE NILE AGAPANTHUS AFRICANCANUS An Outstanding Variegated free blooming Dwarf variety. Green Leaves with a Yellow stripe Foliage clumps are 8 to 12 inches tall ; cluster blue flowers atop 1 to 1 1/2 ft stems. Adaptable to grow in full sun or in as little as 3 hours of sun a day. Best in loamy soil but will grow in heavy soils; thrives with ample water during growing season, but established plants can grow and bloom without watering. In cold winter areas , lift and store over winter and replant in spring. Superb container plant . Good as a border and near pools and ponds.

ALSTROMERIA PULCHELLA SPECIES ALSTROMERIA / PERUVIAN LILY Native to Northern Brazil ., this verity is seldom offered and rarely seen. Spectacular Small Azalea like flowers in clusters on 3 ft stems , Dark Red tipped with Green and spotted Brown. Very showy in arrangements with Leather Fern. Masses of color in borders from May thru mid summer. Best grown in cool., damp [never wet] sandy to medium loam. Morning sun and afternoon shade works best. Spreads by seeds and roots that are brittle so handle gently. Leave clumps undisturbed for many years because they reestablish slowly after transplanting.

ALSTROMERIA HYBRIDS PERUVIAN LILY These are florist quality flowers, they bloom on leafy stems 2 to 4 ft tall , topped with broad, loose clusters of azalea like flowers in beautiful colors. Shades of Pink , Rose, Red and Lilac all are streaked and speckled with darker colors. Masses of color in borders from May to Midsummer. Long lasting cut flowers. These have been grown from seed that was planted 1 year ago, And should bloom this year Best planted in a cool , moist [never wet ] soil. Leave clumps undisturbed for many years because they establish slowly. Hardy in cold winter climates if planted at the proper depth and kept mulched in the winter. When you pick the flowers, don't cut them, instead , grasp each flower stem several inches above the soil and gently twist and pull upward to break the stem's base cleanly away from the rhizome. Cutting the flower slows growth, but this technique encourages new bud growth, and flower production.

PLATYCERIUM BIFURCATUM STAGHORN FERN Native to the tropical regions of the world Unusual and beautiful epiphytic fern makes a great house plant. In nature they grow on trees . Gardeners grow them on slabs of wood or in hanging baskets They should be kept on the dry side ,. watering only when the slab of wood or moss to which the plant is attached is actually dry to the touch Feed them fish emulsion and an occasional banana peal There are two types of fronds , sterile ones are flat , pale green aging to tan and brown , these support the plant and accumulate organic matter to help feed it , Fertile frond are forked and resemble a deer’s antler hence the name Sataghorn Striking Decoration for lanai or shaded patio , in mild wintered areas , great house plant anywhere

DRYNARIA RIGIDULA Native to Malaysia A hardy tropical fern , grow indoors anywhere , and outside in mild wintered areas An epiphytic Fern with thick creeping rhizomes Looks like a rabbits foot covered with long brown hair like scales The fronds are in two forms The sterile ones stalk less 6 to 10 inches long and merely lobed The fertile fronds are pinnate , leathery and Rich Green with a redish brown mid rib They are deeply lobed at first they are erect , later pendant up to 3 ft long Excellent hanging basket plant Grow in light shade Allow to become a bit dry between waterings Feed once a month with a high nitrogen fertilizer

KIMBERLY FERN NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS "KIMBERLY" Classic parlor fern of Grandmother's day improved upon. Spreading and arching habit , with graceful ,eventually drooping fronds. Finely cut and feathery leaflets. The best feature of this variety is that it will take less humid conditions that the standard Boston fern , without tip burn so common on the older varieties. North light and a cool room suits it well. Feed every 2 weeks [ on the first and fifteenth of the month works out to be about every 2 weeks and are easy dates to remember] with a high nitrogen fertilizer. Water whenever the soil surface dries out.

BLECHNUM OCIDENTALE HAMMOCK FERN Symmetrical Formal Appearance Emerging fronds are Reddish Brown in color, changing to Green in time. Native to the West Indies. Mature Fronds are Spear shaped , Medium Green with a lighter Green mid rib. Member of the Polypodiaceae Family of Ferns. Spreads by underground rhizomes Leaves up to 18 inches long and 4 to 8 inches wide Grow in a moist shady location

PTERIS QUADRIAURITA SILVER FERN A subtropical fern from India. Leaves 2 ft tall . rather coarsely divided , heavily marked with white. Very showy the white markings stand out in shaded areas. Good house plant , can take the dry conditions fairly well , although one might experience some tip browning the plant will survive and flourish again when the weather warms and your can move it out of doors in a more humid area.

ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI ASPARAGUS DENSIFFLORUS SPRENGERI Shiny, Bright Green needle like leaves 1 inch long in bundles . Bright Red Berries Excellent for Baskets or Containers. Use indoors or out. Hardy to 24 F Long Arching or Drooping stems 3 to 6 ft long. Will tolerate dryness of indoors but needs bright light.

CAROB TREE CERATONIA SILIQUA This native to the eastern Mediterranean region produces abundant 1 ft long flattened , dark brown , leathery pods .. A fantastic Bonsai subject. Rich in sugar , the pods are milled to a fine powder and sold in health food stores as a chocolate substitute. Hardy to 18 degrees F. Often grown as a multistemed bush forming a big hedge , informal or trained . Trained as a tree , with its lower branches removed it grows at a moderate rate to become a dense and round headed , up to 30 ft tall and as wide. Will reach 20 ft in 10 years The foliage is dark green with a sparkle , unusually dense , individual leaves are divided into 4 to 10 round leaflets averaging about 2 inches long. It is necessary to have a Male and Female plant in order to have Fruit Small red flowers in the spring followed by fruit.

GIANT RED SWORD LILY DORYANTHES PALMERI Native to Australia The largest lily Enormous Succulent with a Gigantic cluster of 100 or so leaves which may reach 8 ft in length and be 6 inches wide. Flower stalk is 6 to 9 ft high Clustered Red / Orange flowers tubular , white within , late spring early Summer bloom. Grow as you would an Agave, but it requires more water to look good , and will tolerate more shade. Also striking subject for patio containers

VARIEGATED GINGER ALPINIA ZERUMBET Native to New Guinea , very attractive ornamental ginger of dwarf habit , having creeping rhizome and clustered , leafy stems 3 to 5 ft high. The lancelot leaves arranged somewhat in 2 ranks, green edged and obliquely banded from the center to margin with yellow. Hardy to 15 degrees F. Great pot plant , Interesting color combinations on the leaves , no two are the same.

VARIEGATED HYDRANGIA_ HYDRANGIA MACROPHYLLA LACE CAPS Large Silvery Green leaves strongly marked with Cream and Light Green The flower is a Large cluster of blue in acid soils and pink in sweet soil . is rimmed with large White sterile flowers Fairly hardy but deciduous outside in cold climates

STAR JASMINE TRACHELOSPERMUM JASMINOIDES An evergreen vine or sprawling shrub. Used as ground covers , spillers , or climbers . The new foliage is glossy light green ; mature leaves lustrous dark green , to 3 inches long. Flowers are white , to 1 inch across , profuse in small clusters on short side branches , sweetly fragrant . The scent reminds me of Gardenia's. Bloom between May and July. Hardy to 25 degrees F. Slow to start but eventually moderately fast growing. To grow as a vine provide support and use heavy cord to lead it in the direction you wish it to take. Train on posts , baffles , walls , fences , trellises wherever its fragrance can be enjoyed , or where night lighting can pick out the white blossoms . Cut back older plants about 1/3 each year to prevent inner growth becoming too woody and bare. To grow as a ground cover , set plants 2 to 3 feet apart. Cut back upright shoots to promote branching. Feed in spring and late summer . Use in raised beds , entry gardens , for edging along walks or drives to extend lawn , or to cover ground under trees and shrubs that need summer water.

ORANGE JASMINE MURRAYA EXOTICA Native to India Compact habit , dark Green Glossy Leaves divided into 3-9 oval , 1-2 leaf Fragrant 3/4 inch bell shaped flowers have a wonderful Jasmine scent. Blooms summer to fall An evergreen Shrub to 6 ft tall and 4 ft wide Hardy to 25 F Best in light shade or half day [morning sun] Good as a hedge and takes shaping well Fast growing

MORAEA IRIDIOIDES AFRICAN IRIS Native to South Africa Sometimes called Fortnight Lily Hardy evergreen perennial growing from rhizomes Clumps of stiff iris like leave that grow fan shaped. The flowers are like miniature Japanese Iris appear on branched stalks throughout the spring and summer Each flower last but a day but is quickly replaced by another . Bloom bursts seem to come at two week intervals , hence the name fortnight lily Does well in full sun to light shade , Established plants are very drought tolerant Hardy to 20 degrees F

AUSTRALIAN FLAME TREE BRACHYCHITON STERCULIA ACERIFOLIA Native to Australia A most spectacular Red flowering tree Hardy to 25 degrees F and will grow to 60 ft tall if allowed. However it makes an excellent Bonsai subject. The leaves are a handsome glossy bright green deeply lobed . A strong , heavy smooth trunk usually green in color. The dried canoe shaped fruits are a delight to flower arrangers. Showiest in May / June when the tree is wholly or partially covered with great clusters of small 3/4 inch , tubular , red or orange red bells.

TREE DAHLIA DAHLIA IMPERIALIS Pinkish Lavender daisy type flowers with yellow centers 8 inches in diameter, atop foliage that is 10 to 20 feet tall. Leaves are composed of many leaflets. This multi stemmed tree grow each year from permanent roots. Frost kills the tops completely ; cut it back to the ground afterward. Seldom offered in nurseries , and rarely seen . It is a wonder to behold. The plants I have growing her attract the eye of even the non gardener. I keep mine cut back to 4 ft tall until August then let them go. This does two things, one it keeps the growth down out of much of the wind that can break the stems. Two it puts the flower lower where it can be enjoyed more easily

JACARANDA MIMOSIFOLIA JACARANDA Native to Brazil , a spreading , deciduous tree or Simi evergreen. Great for Bonsai or a specimen tree. Grows 25 ft tall and 30 ft wide. Open irregular, oval headed , sometimes multi trunked or even shrubby. Finely cut , fernlike leaves , usually dropping in February New leaves may grow quickly or branches may remain bare until flowering time. Many 8 inch long clusters of lavender blue , 2 inch , tubular flowers ,usually in June but can bloom any time from April to September . A roundish flat seed capsule is quite decorative in arrangements. Fairly hardy after it attains some mature , hard wood ; young plants are tender below 25 degrees F. Jacaranda's take a wide variety of soils but do best in sandy soils. Needs regular but not frequent irrigation . Too little water stuns its growth

PITTOSPORUM UNDULATUM VICTORIAN BOX aka MOCK ORANGE Native to Australia this evergreen , small round headed tree or shrub to 25 ft or more , grows moderately fast to 15 ft then slow to maturity. Hardy to 25 degrees F. Rich luxuriant , dark green , glossy six inch leaves with a wavy edge imparts a tropical effect. Very fragrant , creamy white flowers in the spring, followed by yellowish orange fruit. Makes and excellent 4 to 8 ft hedge and can withstand considerable drought once established.

BLUE FLAX LILLY DIANELLA TASMANICA Native to New South Wales Sturdy sword like leaves t o 4 -5 feet tall. Small pale blue, summer blooming flowers on lose cluster, on straight , slender stalks , followed by Glistening Turquoise Blue Berries lasting 2 or more months. Grow in partial shade , or full sun where summers are cool Provide rich , porous soil and regular feeding . They need ample water to fruit well but will tolerate drought once established

SANTA BARBARA DAISY ERIGERON Graceful trailing plant 10 to 20 inches high . The leaves are 1` inch long , often toothed at the tips . Free blooming Plant Dainty daisy like flower heads 3/4 inch across ,with numerous white or pinkish thread like rays. Drought Tolerant. Use as a ground cover in garden beds or large containers , in rock gardens , hanging baskets , on dry walls. Naturalizes easily ; stands root competition well ; it can be invasive unless controlled. Plant in Full sun to light shade ; sandy soil ; moderate watering and feeding. Cut back after flowering to prolong bloom.

ERYTHRINA CAFRA Kaffirboom Coral Tree Native to South Africa. Briefly deciduous . Grows 24 to 40 ft tall with a spread of 40 to 60ft. Drops leaves in January then angular bare branches produce big cluster of deep red orange , tubular flowers that drip honey. In March the flowers give way to fresh light green foliage. Magnificent shade tree in the summer months. Grow in full sun

FELICIA AMELLOIDES BLUE MARGUERITE A profusion of delightful Sky Blue 1 1/3 inch wide flowers with bright yellow centers blooms almost continuously even in mild winter. Grows to about 2 feet tall and spreading to 4 ft unless pinched or pruned back. Grow in pots or containers , let spill over a wall or raised bed , or plant in any sunny spot in the garden. Water regularly, Vigorous grower trim severely for cut flowers and prune back hard in late summer to encourage new blooming wood. One of the most satisfactory perennials for warm regions. Hardy to 25 degrees F.

IMPATIENS OLIVERII GIANT IMPATIENS A true giant , shrubby grower 4 to 8 feet tall and up to 10 feet wide. Bares many slender - spurred lilac ,pale lavender or pinkish flowers 2 1/2 inches across. Glossy dark green leaves to 8 inches long in whorls along the stems. Blooms in partial or deep shade. Frost will kill it to the ground but it regrows in the spring.

CESTRUM NOCTURNUM FRAGRANT NIGHT BLOOMING JASMINE Powerfully fragrant at night , Cestrum Nocturnum or better known as Night Blooming Jasmine is native to the West Indies. An evergreen shrub to 12 ft tall with 4 to 8 inch leaves and clusters of creamy white flowers in the summer , setting white berries in the fall. Nip back consistently to maintain compact form and cut back severely after flowering or fruiting. It may freeze back by a heavy frost but will recover quickly. Hardy to 15 degrees F.

CORKSCREW WILLOW SALIX MATSUDANA TORTUOSA A fantastic display of twisted patterns formed by it branches and branchlets. Use as a silhouette . Cut branches create an unusual effect in engagements. Grows to 30 ft tall and 20 ft wide. Branches and branchlets fantastically twisted into upright , spiraling patterns that be come more contorted with ample water. Hardy to zone 4

RED CORKSCREW WILLOW SALIX MATSUDANA TORTUOSA Golden branches and red branchlets are fantastically twisted into upright , spiraling patterns . This effect peaks after the first frost when the red becomes more intense. Use for silhouettes. Cut branches are good in arrangements. Unique curling leaves create interest through out the growing season. Very hardy , it can thrive on less water than most willows , but the branches become more twisted with ample water. Hardy to zone 4 Mature height 30 ft with a 15 ft spread , but can be kept much smaller with pruning.

ALBIZIA JULIBRISSIN MIMOSA aka SILK TREE An excellent small shade tree with unique flat topped shape making a true canopy for a patio. Native to Asia , a rapid grower to 30 ft with wider spread. Can be headed back to make a 10 to 20 ft umbrella. Scented Fluffy Pink flowers in pincushions on ferny leafed branches in the summer are a wonder to the scenes. Light sensitive leaves fold at night. Does best with high summer heat . With ample water it grows fast , hold the water back and it usually survives , but grows slowly. A fantastic BONSAI subject.

METROSIDEROS TOMENTOSUS NEW ZEALAND CHRISTMAS TREE Native to New Zealand... Makes a great Bonsai Generally branches heavily from the ground up. Leaves firm , leathery, densely spaced on branches ; on young plants they are smooth , glossy green; on older plants they are dark green above, white and woolly underneath. Dark scarlet flowers , in big clusters covering the end of the branches , blooms May - June in the Northern hemisphere. Thrives in seashore conditions , it can really take the wind , salt spray , and other special conditions that come to big plants growing within the sound of the surf. Hardy to 30 degrees F. Grows to 30 ft but makes a very good container plant.

VARIEGATED BLUE MARGUERITE FELICIA AMELLOIDES VARIEGATED A profusion of delightful Sky Blue 1 1/3 inch wide flowers with bright yellow centers, blooms almost continuously even in mild winters. Grows about 2 feet tall and spreading to 4 ft unless pinched or pruned back. Grow in pots or containers, let spill over a wall or raised bed. or plant in any sunny spot in the garden. Water regularly , Vigorous grower ,, trim severely for cut flowers and prune back hard in the late summer to encourage new blooming wood. One of the most satisfactory perennials for warm regions. Hardy to 25 degrees F.

BLUE DAWN MORNING GLORY IPOMOEA ACUMINATA Dark Green leaves with Bright Blue flowers fading to a Lavender Pink , The Flowers are arranged in clusters each flower is 3 to 5 inches across A Perennial in mild wintered areas Vigorous , Rapid grower to 30 ft Use to cover large banks and walls Hardy to 15 degrees F

STRELITZIA REGINAE BIRD OF PARADISE Evergreen perennial .Tropical plant of extremely individual character. Spectacular flowers . startlingly like tropical birds . Orange , blue ,and white flowers on long stiff stems bloom intermittently throughout the year , but best in cool season. Official city flower of Los Angeles. Trunk less plants grow 5 ft long with leathery , long stalked , blue green , 1 1/2 ft long leaves , 4 to 6 inches wide. Benefits greatly from frequent and heavy feedings. Good in containers and by pools.

RED DRAGON FRUIT PITAHAYA HYLOCEREUS UNDATUS The Pitahaya , is an exotic fruit of the cactus family . It was a popular Aztec fruit being mentioned in historical documents of the 13 th century. The fruit was greatly enjoyed by the Spanish conquerors This Red Pitahaya is native to Guatemala and Nicaragua. This Red Pitahaya is self fertile which is rather unusual in the Red's The fruit can weight up to one pound. It has the most fantastic florescent magenta colored pulp with a unique taste.

PODOCARPUS GRACILLIOR FERN PINE Native to East Africa This versatile tree is often grown as espaliered vine, hanging basket , street tree and even a Bonsai. In habitat it can reach 70 ft. The leaves are closely spaced , soft , grayish or bluish Green, 1 inch to 2 inches long. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade. Among the cleanest and most pest free choices for any application. Hardy to 13 degrees F once established

SHAVEING BRUSH TREE BOMBAX ELLIPTICUM Native to Southern Mexico A large soft wooded tree with a Green trunk, it develops a swollen base as it ages. The large deciduous leaves of 5 leaflets , are Finger like. Wine Red when young , then turning Dark Green with age. The Flower buds are composed of 5 Purplish petals stuck together, Later bursting open and revealing a bundle of delicate, Silky White stamens 4 to 6 inches long , tipped with Golden Anthers. This is a Tropical tree, Yet does lend itself to container culture rather well. Slow Growing and quite showy with or without leaves.

BABY TEARS SOLEIROLII A summer cover that renews itself from root fragments and seeds. Creeping plants with tiny round leaves making lush medium green mats 1 to 4 inches high. Flowers are inconspicuous. Tender juicy leaves and stems easily injured , but aggressive growth habit quickly repairs the damage. Roots easily from pieces of stem. Grows best in shade. freezes to a black mush in hard frosts., but comes back fast. A cool looking , neat cover for ferns and other shade loving plants. Can be used to carpet terrariums or space under greenhouse benches.

FLOSS SILK TREE CHORISIA SPECIOSA Sometimes called the South American Kapok Tree. The flowers are large , showy , pink purplish rose , or burgundy somewhat resembling a narrow pedaled hibiscus. Large green pods roughly Avocado shaped follow the flower and contain the Floss Silk [Kapok]. The seeds are edible and taste like coconut. Young trunks are green , becoming gray with age, and heavily studded with thick , heavy spines. The leaves are divided into leaflets like fingers of a hand ; and drop off in the fall,. It flowers when the winter temperatures drop to about 30 degrees F. Grows 3 to 5 ft a year for the first few years , then slowly to 40 ft tall . Must be grown in mild wintered areas only.

BRAHEA ARMATA BLUE HESPER PALM Native to Baja California and North West Mexico Distinctive , unique and attractive , the Blue Hesper Palm has a crown of rigid leaves which radiate from the trunk . Considered by many to have the Bluest leaves of any palm in the world. Very Slow growing to 50 feet with a diameter of 18 inches Hardy to 10 degrees F A true desert palm once established can withstand intense heat , drought and considerable frost , but it needs good drainage Grow in full sun This is a fine Palm for the Garden , Street , and Parkland planting . Plant outdoors in a site that can accommodate the large head of leaves as well as its mature size 50 ft. It also does very well as a container plant

BUTIA CAPITATA Jelly Palm Native to South America Extremely easy to grow ,, but a very slow grower Incredible silver green fronds Typical Height 15 feet but can grow larger with time. Drought tolerant once established Hardy to 10 degrees F. Edible fruit has a sweet – tart flavor reminiscent of both apricots and pineapple –banana mixture. It can be eaten fresh or be used to make jelly or jam. In Uruguay it is also macerated in alcohol to make a popular liquor. The ground seed can also be roasted to make an imitation of Coffee. Fertilize in the spring and in mid summer. The spent leaves should be cut to improve its appearance.

DOUBLE FLOWERED SHASTA DAISY CHRYSANTHEMUM MAXIMUM Large .White Double Flowers , 3 to 4 inches across on strong stems to 12 inches long. Excellent for cutting. A hardy , sturdy perennial , valuable for summer and fall bloom. Coarse leathery leaves in a mound 2 to 3 ft tall. splendid in borders and cut arrangements. Cut blooms may be dyed by plunging freshly cut stems into water containing household dye or food coloring. Thrives in fairly rich , moist , well drained soil , Prefers sun , but will do well in partial shade. In coldest regions mulch around plants but do not smother foliage. Divide clumps ever 2 to 3 years in early spring.

CLIVIA HYBRID CLIVIA MINIATA HYBRID Native to South Africa. This striking member of the Amaryllis family with brilliant cluster of red orange flowers rising from dense clumps of dark green, strap shaped 1 1/2 ft long leaves. Blooming is December - April with most of the bloom in March-April in mild frost areas. Ornamental red berries follow flowers. These plants were started from seed that I had pollinated by hand , selecting the most brilliant colored flowers to cross with ever more brilliant color variations. They are 3 years old and very established , it has been my experience that the flower will appear on the 3rd to 5th year after sowing from seed. There will be some interesting shades of red, orange petals with considerable variation of the amount of yellow in the throat.

PRENENNIAL SWEET PEA LATHYRUS LATIFOLIUS Reddish Purple flowers with an White or Rose colors appearing often. A strong growing vine up to 9 ft . Blue Green foliage. Blooms June through September if not allowed to go to seed Plants grow with little care and can naturalize Use it to cover banks , trail over rocks or on trellilis Grow in full sun

VARIEGATED FLOWERING MAPLE ABUTILON HYBRID VARIEGATED Native to South America. A rapid growing evergreen viny shrub. A Rather stunning display , Humming birds love it . A very versatile plant I have trained it into a Patio tree , large bush , and a small border hedge . Plant in partial shade ,in moist well drained soil. Abutilons have a rangy growth pattern that can be avoided by pinching out the branch tips often, this encourages a more compact form and forces the production of more flowers. In cold climates it can be used as a container plant indoors in the winter ; and out on the Patio in the summer .

FLOWERING MAPLE PINK ABUTILON HYBRID \"KIPS MAUVE\" Native to South America. A rapid growing evergreen viny shrub. This unusual Abution is the result of many years of breeding , and look what I got. Yellow Pink flower with darker pink veins in the petals . The flower hangs down like a lantern however unlike most abutilon flowers this one opens up to measure 2 3/4 inches wide and 1 1/2 inch deep. A Rather stunning display , appearing like so many pink parasols hanging and moving with the breeze. Humming birds love it . A very versatile plant I have trained it into a Patio tree , large bush , and a small border hedge . Plant in partial shade ,in moist well drained soil. Abutilons have a rangy growth pattern that can be avoided by pinching out the branch tips often, this encourages a more compact form and forces the production of more flowers. In cold climates it can be used as a container plant indoors in the winter ; and out on the Patio in the summer .

FLOWERING MAPLE ABUTILON HYBRID \\\"KIPS RED\\\" Native to South America. A rapid growing evergreen viny shrub. This unusual Abutilon is the result of many years of breeding , the result of which is a semi erect , Bright Red flower measuring 3 inches across , and 2 inches in depth. Unlike most Abutilon , This flower opens wide rather than remaining partially closed , This trait is most unusual. A very versatile plant I have trained it into a Patio tree, large bush , and even had it in a large hanging basket. Plant in partial shade in moist well drained soil. Abutilons have a rangy growth pattern that can be avoided by pinching out the branch tips often to encourage a more compact form and force the productions of more flowers. In cold climates it can be used as a container plant indoors in the winter ; and out on the patio in the summer ..

CIGAR PLANT CUPHEA IGNEA Native to Mexico and Guatemala. Interesting for summer color in small beds , as a formal edging for borders , along paths and in containers or hanging baskets. Leafy , compact , 1 ft.; high and as wide . The leaves are narrow ,dark green 1 inch long. The flowers are tubular , 3/4 inch long , bright red with a white tip, and dark ring at the end. {hence the name "cigar plant'} Blooms summer and fall. Pinch tips for compact growth ,and severely cut back older plants in the late fall or early spring. Hardy to 25 degrees F.

CIGAR PLANT CUPHEA IGNEA Native to Mexico and Guatemala. Interesting for summer color in small beds , as a formal edging for borders , along paths and in containers or hanging baskets. Leafy , compact , 1 ft.; high and as wide . The leaves are narrow ,dark green 1 inch long. The flowers are tubular , 3/4 inch long , bright red with a white tip, and dark ring at the end. {hence the name "cigar plant'} Blooms summer and fall. Pinch tips for compact growth ,and severely cut back older plants in the late fall or early spring. Hardy to 25 degrees F.

MEXICAN HEATHER CUPHEA HYSSOPIFOLIA ROSEA Native to Mexico and Guatemala A compact shrublet 6 inches to 2 ft tall with flexible , leafy branchelets. Leaves are evergreen 1/2 to 3/4 inch long and narrow. Tiny summer flowers in a rose pink about half as long as the flower. Interesting for summer color in small beds , as a formal edging , for borders , along paths and in containers. Pinch the tips for compact growth Cut back older plants in late fall or early spring for best summer color. Hardy to 18 degrees F.