Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog

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order by phone 9 - 5 pst, visit 10am - 5pm, email: info@cistus.com www.cistus.com Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 2 Abutilon 'Fruit Punch' flowering maple Stout shrub, growing to 4 ft tall and almost as wide, with large, dark, pinkish-purple flowers. Dappled shade to full shade and protection from wind. Hardy and easy with regular water and fertilizer. Provide mulch or over head protection where temperatures drop to 10F, USDA zone 8. $9 Malvaceae Abutilon 'Savitzii' flowering maple One of the few abutilons we sell that is quite tender. Grown since the 1800s for its wild variegation -- the leaves large and pale, almost white with occasional green blotches -- and long, salmon-orange, peduncled flowers. A medium grower, to 4-6 ft tall, needing consistent water and nutrients in sun to part shade. Winter mulch increases winter toughness as does some overstory. Frost hardy to 25 F, mid USDA zone 9. Where temperatures drop lower, best in a container or as cuttings to overwinter. Well worth the trouble! $9 Malvaceae Abutilon megapotamicum 'China Bells' flowering maple Similar to the species, but the flowers are larger, with the same red calyx and yellow petals adorning the shrub in abundance for much of the year. Tall and viny, reaching 3 ft or so in the garden on delicate stems. Evergreen for most of the year. Does well with regular water and a bit of protection from hot sun. Very hardy in the ground. USDA zone 7b. $9 Malvaceae Abutilon megapotamicum 'Ines' flowering maple The pale yellow, nearly white flowers of 'Ines' -- flared and backed by a dark red calyx -- are striking and abundant from spring through first frost. This new flowering maple is a fast-growing, medium shrub, to 5 ft tall x 5 ft wide, with slightly fuzzy leaves. A wonderful introduction by Monterey Bay Nursery, best with protection from hot afternoon sun as well as consistent water and nutrients. Mulch and overhead protection provide extra winter frost hardiness in USDA zone 8. $9 Malvaceae Acer fabri faber's maple Extraordinary evergreen maple, this collected in the mid Fan Xi Pan area of Northern Vietnam by the late, great Peter Wharton. The shiny green leaves are oblong without lobes, about 4" long x 1" wide, and tinted red especially in the new growth and along the stems. Spring flowers are green and inconspicuous but the seeds, winged samaras, are bright red, spectacular against the foliage. Upright in form, eventually reaching 20-30 ft tall in full sun with shelter in windiest spots and occasional deep summer watering. These should be frost hardy to between 10 and 15 F, USDA zone 8 but may lose leaves below 20F. $16 Sapindaceae Acorus gramineus 'Masamune' dwarf sweet flag A very old Japanese cultivar, a true dwarf used mainly in bonsai work, but equally at home in the garden where clumps of grassy foliage in variegations of green and white can reach 6" tall. Slowly spreads in part shade to shade where moisture is consistent. Even tolerates shallow standing water. Also can be tucked here and there to hide the cracks. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $9 Acoraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 3 Actinidia 'Silver Lining' kiwi A lovely, small, deciduous vine, shared with us by plantsman Ted Stephens. A bit more diminutive than other kiwis, growing to a dainty 10 ft or so, with narrow, platinum leaves and small flowers, truly insignificant unless you happen to be another kiwi. Tolerates sun but the foliage is most attractive in light shade. Enjoys good drainage and regular summer water. Has tested happily through USDA zone 7 winters. $15 Actinidiaceae Actinidia pilosula variegated kiwi Stunning and rarely seen kiwi with long narrow leaves tipped in a bold white that contrasts brilliantly with the basic green foliage, the coloration appearing and/or becoming more pronounced on mature vines. A deciduous vine, to 15-20 ft, with unusual flowers, clusters of pink blossoms, in spring. Originally from East Asia, these are vigorous growers, best with support in full sun to dappled shade or even full shade. Give them rich soil, moist and well-drained. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $14 Actinidiaceae Adenostoma fasciculatum SBH 7633 chamise A cutting grown crop from compact plants in Lake County, California. This important chaparral component, native from the Siskiyou mountains south to northern Baja California, has green, fine-textured foliage, resembling a compact erica. White flowers produce seed pods aging to mahogany. To 5-6 ft tall over time in lean soil with little to no summer water once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7 and probably into zone 6. $14 Rosaceae Adenostoma fasciculatum SBH 9213.1 $12 Rosaceae Adiantum 'Golden Michael' Lovely maidenhair fern, a form introduced by Lance Reiner with lacy foliage tinged with gold over a gentle green, both colors standing out again the black stems. To only 6” tall, spreading slowly by underground rhizomes to form a clump up to 3 ft across. Light shade with plentiful moisture is best and encourages faster growth. Evergreen to the mid teens F, mid USDA zone 8 and root hardy to at least –20F, USDA zone 5. Also does well in containers, indoors and out. $14 Adiantaceae Adiantum pedatum northern maidenhair fern Native to eastern North American on wooded slopes and dampish shade sites, this sweet maidenhair fern has frilly fronds arranged in a circle on wiry, nearly black stems to 1-2 ft tall in clumps to 1-2 ft wide. Where happy, can spread by rhizomes to form large colonies, a lovely and delicate groundcover for part to full shade where soil is rich and summer water is plentiful. Often grown indoors as well, tolerating low light. Frost hardy to -40F, USDA zone 3. $9 Adiantaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 4 Adiantum venustum himalayan maidenhair fern Striking maidenhair fern, native to China and the Himalayas, with lacy foliage that emerges bronzy pink and ages to a gentle green that stands out again the black stems. To only 6” tall, these spread slowly by underground rhizomes to form a clump up to 3 ft across. Light shade with plentiful moisture is best and encourages faster growth. Evergreen to the mid teens F, mid USDA zone 8 and root hardy to at least –20F, USDA zone 5. Also does well in containers, indoors and out. $11 Adiantaceae Aeonium 'Cyclops' giant red aeonium Reddish-bronze leaves with a green “eye” in the center are a standout on this large aeonium, to 4-5 ft tall and 3-4 ft wide. A cross between the darker A. ‘Zwartkop’ and the more wavy leaved A. undulatum, these succulents are cold hardy to 25F, USDA zone 9b, so best in pots or a very! protected area. Well-drained soil in sun or shade with little water for plants in the ground, a bit more in containers. $11 Crassulaceae Aeonium 'Embarcadero Red' A Cistus introduction. Another seedling of unknown parentage -- like so many of our friends -- this compact grower, to 12-18" tall, covers itself with 3-4" rosettes of a warm, orange-red edged green. Likes winter dampness and a bit of dormancy in the summer where temperatures are hot. Quick growing, so makes a good container spiller, specimen, or edge planting where temperatures to not fall below 25F, USDA zone 9b. Otherwise a fine container plant. $11 Crassulaceae Aeonium 'Strybing Red' Another sedum relative, this with 4" rosettes of slightly toothed leaves that turn deep red in winter or in bright light. Forms clumps to 18" wide. Where temperatures don't drop below 25F and plants can be protected from freezing, these are fine in the garden. Otherwise best in pots that winter indoors or in a very! protected garden area. Well-drained soil in sun or shade with little water for plants in the ground, a bit more in containers. Frost hardy to 25F, mid USDA zone 9. $11 Crassulaceae Aeonium canariense var. virgineum velvet rose From the Canary Islands, this virgin aeonium probably won't flower for you, but its pale green, aromatic rosettes of fuzzy, 8" leaves are very satisfying. Full to part sun with occasional summer water. Frost hardy to about 20F or so, the bottom of USDA zone 9, so best used as a container plant where temperatures are harsher and kept indoors in a bright but cool place with occasional water in winter. $12 Crassulaceae Aeonium haworthii pinwheel Open rosettes, to 3-4" wide, of bluish green leaves with red edges top this multi-branched shrub from the Canary Islands. To up to 2 ft tall and wide, with late spring flowers of pale yellow to white that rise above the foliage. Full sun to light shade on the coast or light to full shade inland. Prefers well-drained soil and little to no summer water. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9 so, where winter temperatures are colder, best in a pot with winter protection. $11 Crassulaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 5 Aeschynanthus sp. NAPE 008 This diminutive, unidentified species was collected in southern China and grows only 4-6" tall with a spread of about 18”. As is typical of the gesneriad family, these can be epiphytic on wood or damp scree or indeed can live on a windowsill with fertile soil. The crisp, light green and compact foliage makes a pleasing background for the 2”, fiery orange, trumpet flowers. We have found it most beautiful in a tall pot with the foliage tailing over the side. A superb woodland plant in mild places, these have so far tested frost hardy only to 20F, the bottom of USDA zone 9. $11 Gesneriaceae Aesculus pavia This red flowering, southeastern US native buckeye is well at home in the small garden, topping out at 15 ft with a very handsome silhouette. Scarlett candelabras of flowers cover the tree in spring. A bird magnet. Full sun to part shade in hottest climates. Likes fertile soil and moderate water; scorches in dry conditions. Frost hardy in USDA zone 4. $14 Sapindaceae Agapanthus 'Ed Carman' Named for Ed Carman, the famed San Jose nurseryman, a lovely perennial with variegated leaves to 24-28" tall, striped in pale yellow and chartreuse, and huge trusses of pure white flowers standing above the foliage in mid to late summer. Best in sun with summer water. Has been deciduous but frost hardy for us in Pacific Northwest, USDA zone 8 and would possibly into zone 7 with mulch for winter protection. $16 Amaryllidaceae Agapanthus 'Tinkerbell' dwarf variegated lily of the nile The variegated companion to Agapanthus ‘Peter Pan’ has dwarf foliage -- green with white edges -- and a dwarf flowering stalk of medium blue flowers rising to 18" above the 8" leaves. Useful as a container plant especially for its sprightly, variegated look. Enjoys sun to part shade in well-drained soil and average summer water. Evergreen to the mid 20s F, USDA zone 9b, and root hardy to at least 10F, zone 8, and probably colder. $11 Amaryllidaceae Agapanthus 'Winter Dwarf' dwarf lily of the nile Selections from the old seedling strain of A. ‘Peter Pan’ and even smaller with strap-like leaves to only 6" or so and lavender-blue flowers on foot long stalks. Both dainty and indestructible in the garden. Does best in sun to part shade with regular water in spring and summer. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, with mulch for extra protection. $10 Amaryllidaceae Agapetes smithiana Enchanting small shrub, to only 3 ft tall and a bit wider, with small, leathery leaves held tightly on the arching stems and lovely yellow, tubular flowers that droop from the stems particularly in spring but any time of the year. Found in the mountain forests of the Himalayas, these are slow growing in bright light and well-drained soil with protection from frost where temperatures drop below freezing. Very successful in containers. Frost hardy to 30F, USDA zone 10. $14 Ericaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 6 Agave 'Blue Glow' Handsome, small agave, its stiff leaves -- to 1-1.5" wide and blue-green with red margins edged in yellow and a red terminal spine -- are particularly lovely when backlit. Plants are small, only 1-2 ft tall and wide at maturity. This hybrid between A. ocahui and A. attenuata was created by Kelly Griffin. It is solitary, enjoying full sun, good drainage, and little summer water. Frost hardy to at least 15F, mid USDA zone 8, with good drainage, of course, and possibly lower. $15 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave 'Green Goblet' green goblet hardy century plant Also known as A. salmiana far. verox 'Green Goblet', this form, selected in the high Sierra Madre Orientale of eastern Mexico by Carl Schoenfeld and Wade Rosch, develops 4-5 ft rosettes of fleshy, moss-green leaves beautifully patterned and indented. From pine/oak woodland, it is adaptable to moist soil and even partial shade where autumn leaves won't collect in the rosettes. Thus far has frost been hardy to close to 0F, USDA zone 7. Note: sun and good drainage become more important the colder the climate. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave 'Kissho Kan' lucky crown century plant Stunning blue-gray leaves edged in white make this symmetrical rosette an outstanding addition to any collection. Yellow leaf spines darken to reddish brown adding distinction. To 15” tall x 18” wide and slowly offsetting. Needs light, and well-drained soil. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9. Best in container protected from winter wet where temperatures drop into the teens F or sit in the low 20s. $15 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave 'Ruth Bancroft' shark skin agave Found in the hills near Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico, where 3 century plants converge (perhaps collide). This selection, from the California garden of Ruth Bancroft, has an exquisitely fine, platinum-colored sheen with no white markings, clearly showing its A. victoria-reginae and A. scabra parentage. To 2-3 ft tall x 3-4 ft wide. For bright sun and well-drained soil with little summer irrigation necessary. Great in containers. Cold hardy to 10F or so, USDA zone 8. Also known as A. ‘Sharkskin’ for its leaf color and texture. $18 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave 'Silver Surfer' silver surfer hardy century plant From a 1992 seed collection (YD 45-83) introduced by Yucca Do Nursery from the mountains above Palmillo, Tamaulipas, Mexico. Probably a hybrid of A. scabra x A. americana ssp. protoamericana, this clone, selected by fellow agave geek Tony Avent, exhibits an almost bead-like, silvery cast on deep blue leaves. Sweeet! Sun and good drainage, of course. Expect at least 4 x 5 ft in climates not falling below 15F though has recovered quickly from below 10F, upper USDA zone 7. $14 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 7 Agave americana 'Opal' opal century plant A variegated agave from the larger group often just called Marginata’ or ‘Variegata,’ this one most pleasingly variegated in creamy yellow on upright, blue-green foliage with sharp spines. To 4-5 ft tall and wide. Shared with us by plantsman Tony Avent as having been hardy in coastal Virginia. Though it has been nuked in North Carolina below 10F with winter moisture, it does show promise as being one of the tougher of the americana group as a very similar plant has grown unharmed in Portland gardens for a number of years. We expect at least 15F, mid USDA zone 8, and possibly lower if winter dry. In any zone a striking pot or container plant. Sun, well-drained soil, and little summer water. $14 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave americana 'Variegata' variegated american century plant Striking plant with beautifully curved blue leaves, well toothed and edged in rich cream. An imposing garden icon, reaching to 3-4 ft tall and wide, where winter temperatures seldom dive below 20F, USDA zone 9, for any length of time. A plant in Brookings, OR measures 10 x 10 ft. after 10 years. Has survived 8F, zone 7b, with overhead protection for winter dryness. $11 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave bracteosa 'Calamar' solitary candelabrum agave Selected by Pat McNeal, this is a non-clumping form of the species, still resembling a bromeliad with lax, spineless leaves that are, in this form, consistently blue-tinted. As with the species, polycarpic and rare in cultivation. Often found clinging to cliff sides, these plants love the cool summer nights of the Northwest. Half sun, well-drained soil, and only occasional summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave chrysantha goldenflower century plant Sharp spines -- on the margins of long and stiff, green leaves with a strong, particularly pointed one on the tapered leaf tip -- mark this striking agave that blooms in early summer with tall candelabras of yellow buds opening to bright, golden-yellow flowers - very showy with a faint aroma of coconut. Found on dry, open slopes in Arizona, these can reach 3 ft tall x 5 ft wide as solitary rosettes, growing in full sun and well-drained soil with little or no summer water once established. Best grown away from high traffic areas where the spines could be dangerous. Flowers only once before dying and regrowing from basal offsets. Frost hardy to 17F, uppermost USDA zone 8. $11 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave ferdinandi-regis king ferdinand agave This little century plant comes from one of the more exciting habitats in agaveland, a series of mountains northeast of Saltillo in northwestern Mexico where the beautiful A. victoriae-reginae crosses with both A. scabra and A. lechugilla. The form of this plant is particularly upright, its leaves marked white with a pinkish gray cast and topped with black spines. Reaching 12-18" and offsetting freely, it is hardy to between 0 and 10F, USDA zone 7, with excellent drainage. Full sun. Excellent pot specimen. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 8 Agave flexispina Rare in cultivation this agave comes from oak and grasslands of northern Sonora in Mexico. Up to 18” tall with silvery gray leaves, offsetting occasionally after becoming settled. Very drought tolerant but responds amicably to summer water if soil is very well-drained. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7 with reports surviving 0F unharmed. Think drainage! $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave geminiflora twin-flowered agave A rare relative in the Agave filifera group, this southwestern Mexico native has intriguing deep green rosettes of rubbery, somewhat weeping leaves with enchanting silver-white filifers toward the center of the rosette. Can even produce a short trunk. A tender species damaged under about 20F, USDA zone 9, it is best in a tall pot where its weeping foliage can spread out and over the rim. When the plants reach 1 ft. or more in diameter, they produce a spike of flowers well over 5 ft tall at which time, hopefully, they also produce an offset or two. Frost hardy in USDA zone 9, these are tender and damaged under 20F. $15 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave gentryi 'Jaws' hardy century plant From an intriguing group in an intriguing and floristically rich part of the world, northeastern Mexico's Sierra La Peña, where three agaves inhabit the upper slopes from 8-9,000 ft, this one now accepted as the species A. gentryi. This selection, made by the Yucca Do boys in the early 1990s, has beautiful gray-green rosettes of sharply pointed leaves with deeply indented leaf margins, double, reddish teeth, and embossed impressions of the older leaves on emerging new growth. Has been very slow to offset. To about 24-36" tall, this selection, found amid pines and oaks in light shade on rubbly limestone outcrops, accepts a myriad of garden conditions but resents wet leaves sitting in the crown. So far, unharmed in upper USDA zone 7 winters. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave lophantha 'Quadricolor' quadricolor century plant This lovely Japanese selection of an easy to grow species is small, only to about 6-8", with shiny green leaves edged cream and tan. Eventually forms clumps of several rosettes. Best if kept out of hottest afternoon sun in well-drained soil with occasional summer water where dry. A fine rock garden creature where temperatures seldom fall to 15F, mid USDA zone 8 and superb in containers where temperatures are too harsh. $15 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave macroculmis YD 129 bigtooth agave From several places in northeastern Mexico, this Yucca Do Nursery collection from oak, pine, and douglas fir forests at 7000 ft in mountain ranges north of Potosi, forms colonies of 4 ft rosettes tinted a lovely blue-gray and showing the leaf scars to beautiful effect as each new leaf emerges. The leaf margins are undulating and decorated with dark spines. Quite happy with abundant garden moisture with good drainage and air circulation So far these have proven frost hardy to the low teens F, low to mid USDA zone 8. A fine pot specimen. Also found as A. atrovirens. $15 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 9 Agave montana 'Baccarat' Selected by Yucca Do Nursery from high elevation in Mexico’s Nuevo León Province and named after a fine crystal because of the dramatic, glaucous leaves with spiny black tips and backs imprinted with the shape of previous leaves. Rosettes form striking clumps to 2 ft tall x 3 ft wide in sun and lean, well-drained soil. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $15 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave murpheyi murphey's agave Sweet little agave, from mid elevation deserts of central Arizona into Sonora, often found associated with Native American sites. To 18", or 2 feet at most, with narrow, upright leaves, slightly recurved and steel to powder blue. Offsetting fairly quickly. The eventual flowers also produce tiny bulbils -- as the song goes -- which might explain its being spread by people in the early days. Because of its drier habitats we keep ours in pots with very well drained soil, or only in the most exposed areas of our garden and growing in true grit. Full sun. Again, dry conditions with an occasional splash of summer water. Cold hardy into upper USDA zone 7 if dry. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave neomexicana mescal A tough-as-nails species, closely related to A. parryi but with narrower, deep blue leaves held upright and out and adorned with gray marginal spines and long, terminal brownish red spines. Slow growing to an eventual 1 -2 ft tall x 2-3 ft wide, offsetting to form colonies. After 15 years or so, produces yellow flowers on a 12 ft stalk! Full sun and lean, well-drained soil with little, if any, summer water. This native of southeastern New Mexico is one of the hardiest species; tolerating temperatures to -20F, USDA zone 5, with good drainage. $14 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave ornithobroma maguey pajarito Wonderful, short-trunk forming species from subtropical western Mexico, these collections from Sinaloa at under 500 ft elevation -- did we say warm? Closely related to A. geminiflora, the 18" rosettes, with extremely narrow, flexible leaves of dark green, are beautifully framed by a gazillion curly white filifers or hairs. Quite happy with a fair amount of summer moisture; winter drought decreases chance of problems. Full sun to dappled shade, in a bright window, or your nearest lava outcrop. We have had this in our garden, hardy for the last few years with luck. Should be protected below the mid 20s F, so best for mildest parts of the world or as fabulously small-scale container plants. Frost hardy in USDA zone 9. $14 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave parrasana cabbage head agave This Mexican species is most easily identified by its thick triangular leaves, beautifully marked blue-green in color, arranged in a striking rosette and edged with equally thick brown and white spines. Plants form low dense mounds, each rosette eventually measuring 2 ft x 2 ft and, in time, sending up 12 ft branched flower spikes of warm yellow blushed apricot. Best in mineral soil, sharp drainage, full sun. This represents a high elevation collection at over 8,500 ft that has thus far withstood between 0 and 10F, USDA zone 7, with overhead protection from excess winter moisture. Stunning pot plant or container specimen. $14 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 10 Agave parryi - AZ parry's agave Gray-green leaves with rounded shoulders, the backs of the leaves bearing impressions of the older leaves, and a dark, terminal spine distinguish this slow-growing agave found in Arizona, New Mexico, and northern Mexico. Reaches 1-3 ft tall and wide, eventually producing a late spring flower spike up to 20 ft tall!, with clusters of yellow-tinted-red buds opening to bright yellow flowers -- and then dying, of course, hopefully leaving a young and vigorous offset behind. Sun, well-drained soil, little summer water once established, and protection from excess winter water are best and increase winter frost hardiness. Plants are report to have survived -20F, USDA zone 5, and -5F, mid USDA zone 6 is considered reasonable. $11 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave parryi var. huachucensis 'Huachuca Blue' A Cistus introduction, bluer than its near relation. Our fabulous selection -- from 7000 ft in the Huachuca Mountains in southern Arizona and into northern Sonora -- exhibits particularly steel-blue leaves in the classic 20-24” artichoke shape, eventually offsetting and forming small colonies. Full sun in lean, well-drained soil with occasional summer water in dry climates. Though not the most frost hardy of the A. parryi clan, still takes 10F in stride, USDA zone 8, and lower if very soil is well drained. $14 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave parviflora - Ruby, AZ smallflower century plant A jewel-like miniature agave from the dry grasslands of southern Arizona and adjacent Sonora, a habitat that includes Dasylirion wheeleri and the famed Opuntia violacea v. santa rita, a rich area where we have selected forms of heucheras, Zauschneria arizonica, and numerous desert ferns. Rosettes are only 6-8" with narrow leaves, deep green marked white, and curled filifers that make it an intriguing plant for container or garden. The flowering stalks are tall and narrow; the unusual, creamy flowers are tinted red, making hummingbirds very happy. Provide excellent drainage in bright light to only the lightest of shade for best form. The habitat has dry winters and thunderstorm laden summers so these plants are best well watered in summer and kept dry in winter, though plants in our Portland garden have been quite happy for some years in a stone wall with no cover. Frost hardy from 0 to 10F, USDA zone 7; colder if kept winter dry. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave schidigera 'Black Widow' black widow thread-leaf century plant A compact selection of this native of western Mexico. The dark green leaves are rigid, widest in the center and narrowing to a sharp spine, with silvery markings and showy filifers along the edges. Plants can reach 1 ft tall x 18” wide forming dense symmetrical rosettes that rarely offset. Lean soil and full sun are fine in coastal climates; protection from hottest afternoon sun is important inland. Prefers regular summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. Also makes a charming container plant. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 11 Agave schottii shott's century plant, shindagger Smallish agave, from the eastern Whetstone mountains of southern Arizona, with narrow, upright, green leaves forming rosettes to 18" or so in large colonies. Leaves have a sharp, spiny tip -- easily inserted into the inattentive shin -- and filifers along the leaf margins but no marginal spines. Altogether a yucca-like agave. After 20 years or so, plants produce yellow, tubular flowers on 9 ft stems, dying after seeds set but leaving behind many pups. Native to southern Arizona and New Mexico southward into Mexico, these thrive in hot, dry places where soil is poor and summer water infrequent. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7 with good drainage. $19 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave toumeyana - Fish Creek Hill, AZ bird food agave Representing old seed collections from C&J Nursery, these colonizing plants, from higher elevations of Arizona, quickly offset forming clumps of 5-6" rosettes of narrow, sharp-tipped leaves edged and streaked white and dressed with filifers. Where they are provided excellent drainage, plants have proven frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, but might be protected at 10 to 15F, zone 8, just in case. A fine pot plant. $14 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave toumeyana var. bella toumey's century plant A rare and unusual plant with particularly dense rosettes of narrow, dark green leaves with striking white markings and decorative filifers, or threads, as an added attraction. Extremely compact, each rosette maturing to around 8-9" in diameter. A colonizer from high elevations of central Arizona, this form makes a fine rock garden specimen if excellent drainage and bright light can be maintained. Protect from excess winter moisture. Cold hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6, or below in dry soil. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave triangularis triangle agave Unusual agave, the 18-14" long, olive-green leaves, narrow and, indeed, triangular (dagger-shaped), with a paler mid section, small spines on the leaf margins, and an intimidating, 1", terminal spine, these stiff leaves radiating from central rosette in an open, starburst pattern. Not known for blooming. Found in Mexico in both Puebla and Oaxaca, with little rainfall or winter frost, these are best in sun to part shade and good drainage with little summer water once established. A wonderful garden plant -- where spines won't hurt wandering friends -- where temperatures don't drop below 25F, mid USDA zone 9. $15 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave utahensis ssp. kaibabensis SBHMPS 6747 utah agave From the Tuweep area on cliffs and mountaintops on the northern edge of the Grand Canyon abyss amid junipers and beautiful red rocks ... and far away from restaurants that serve alcohol, our collection of a particularly wide and long leaf form of the highly variable Utah agaves, producing nearly 18” rosettes of a cheery blue-green with dark, evenly set spines. I believe this colony to be under the form kaibabensis. These plants offset rather sparsely to make attractive clumps rather than colonies. After 10 years or so, flowers spikes rise to nearly 10 ft. Though one of the most frost hardy agaves, they do like their drainage, so in areas of high moisture, best placed in stone walls or under cover. Cold hardy to about -20F, USDA zone 5. Good container plant anywhere. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 12 Agave weberi 'Arizona Star' A most fortunate find at Mountain States Nursery of this round, blue-green century plant, to 2 ft, with leaves that are soft for the genus and, in this clone, streaked and edged creamy yellow. Very easy with bright light, good drainage, and occasional summer water. Best kept dry in winter. Vigorous and frost hardy to 15F or so, mid USDA zone 8. Otherwise, a fabulous container plant. $18 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave x gracilipes - East side Guadalupe Mtns $11 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Agave x leopoldii Compact and architectural century plant, a hybrid cross of A. filifera and A. schidigera brought to us by Yucca Do Nursery, the narrow, slightly curved leaves with a gray-blue-going-green sheen complete with a few stripes and polka dots. Offsets eventually. A most attractive, small container plant, rarely growing more than 18” x 24", and a great addition to the dry or rock garden in a sunny site with gritty soil. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8b, to 15F or so and as low as 10F if protected from overhead moisture. $16 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae Akebia longiracemosa 'Victors Secret' chocolate vine Most unusual for the genus with attractive evergreen leaves, almost butterfly-like, and racemes, to 5" or more, of vibrant purple-pink flowers lasting a long season. Otherwise the same fascinating (intimidating?) fruit aging to a nearly metallic blue. All this on a vine of about 10 ft; not as vigorous as some others. Full sun for best flowering though perfectly at home in shade. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7, to just above 0F. $14 Lardizabalaceae Akebia quinata 'Brocade' brocade chocolate vine Five-leaf akebia with fragrant flowers, interesting fruit, and variegated compound leaves in a brocade of white, cream and green, the white turning rose in winter, this form remaining more evergreen than the species. Purplish, 3-petalled flowers appear in spring followed by 4" purple pods - think large, purple, lima beans - though vines do not always fruit in cultivation. A handsome, fine-textured vine, to 12-25 ft tall, in sun to part sun with regular summer water. Can be used as a vigorous, scrambling ground cover as well. Easily frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $14 Lardizabalaceae Allium 'August Confection' mountain garlic Small, NON invasive allium, a selection by plantsman Mark McDonough that forms small, handsome clumps of grassy foliage, to only 5" tall, and produces dark, ruddy pink flowers in mid to late summer. Sun to part shade and fairly drought tolerant though accepting of summer water as well. Frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7. Said to attract butterflies and repel deer. Full name Alium senescens spp. montanum 'August Confection'. $7 Amaryllidaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 13 Aloe 'Christmas Carol' Another lovely recent aloe hybrid. This small plant features rosettes under 5" in width and retains various colors of blue, pink, and peach throughout the year, edged as its name might imply, a deep orange-red. Orange flowers predominately in late winter and spring, if you keep it warm. Used as an indoor plant or in outdoor container anywhere below zone 9b-and-a-half. The brighter the light, the more radiant. Prefers drier conditions in winter. Pups quickly. $12 Asparagaceae Aloe 'Delta Lights' This aloe variegata cross produces 8" rosettes of wide herringboned patterned leaves of light green and cream. Quickly offsets to form large specimen, to 18" or more. Orange-red flowers produced primarily in late winter or spring. Fine indoor on container plant. Keep reasonably dry in winter, Zone 9b or above. $11 Asparagaceae Aloe 'Johnson's Hybrid' This so-called "grass aloe" has long arched leaves, still succulent but less so than its close relatives. The bright green, white-spotted folage arches on stems to about 10" tall and quickly spreads, forming clumps of 4 -6 stems, eventually spreading to 2 ft wide when happy. Flowers are bright, bright, orange with green tips and stand to 18" tall above the foliage. This is a vigorous and long blooming plant. Drought tolerant requiring little summer water. These are tough and frost hardy to 20F, perhaps a bit below, USDA zone 9. An excellent pot plant requiring winter protection where temperatures hover below freezing or drop into the teens. $11 Asparagaceae Aloe 'Moondance' A new aloe hybrid that is virtually pure white with tiny dot-matrix-like markings all along its leaves. Slow- growing, but clumping and pupping easily. This is a handsome aloe to pair with others in a pot, especially with more typically green and blue-green hybrids. Move indoors in winter unless you live in zone 9b or above. Orange-red flowers open atop slender stalks in warm conditions. Prefers very good light, but no direct sun. $11 Asparagaceae Aloe 'Pink Blush' $11 Asparagaceae Aloe 'Quicksilver' Enormously pleasing small aloe with very light green, almost white, serrated leaves and dark green spotting. Several spikes of orange-red blooms emerge from the center in late spring and possibly again in fall, if you're nice. Excellent in containers or as a kitchen window specimen. Part sun with occasional watering.Not frost tolerant. $12 Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 14 Aloe aristata torch plant Haworthia-like creature from high elevations of South Africa forming rosettes to 5-6” with each leaf spiked and mottled with cream zigzag markings. Slowly offsets, clumping to form wonderful architectural patterns. Dappled to full sun, decent drainage, and summer water where dry. Probably the most cold hardy, non grass- like Aloe, accepting at least 10F, USDA zone 8, and below into upper zone 7 when planted in the ground. Possibly even lower if kept dry in winter. $14 Asparagaceae

Aloe JimmyTM Gorgeous aloe hybrid, a Kelly Griffin and Proven Winners selection with rosettes of succulent leaves, white edged with with lots of small white spots, eventually reaching 2-4" tall and wide. Best in well drained soil in full to part sun. Both heat and drought tolerant in the ground. Frost hardy only to 25F, mid USDA zone 9, so best kept in containers to be moved indoors in winter. Potted plants should dry a bit before watering. A nice addition to the succulent collection outdoors or in. $12 Asparagaceae

Aloe MarcoTM Gorgeous aloe hybrid, a Kelly Griffin and Proven Winners selection with rosettes of succulent leaves spotted white with brown "teeth" on the edges, eventually reaching 8-10" tall by 14" wide. Best in well drained soil in full to part sun. Both heat and drought tolerant in the ground. Frost hardy only to 25F, mid USDA zone 9, so best kept in containers to be moved indoors in winter. Let potted plants dry a bit before watering. A nice addition to the succulent collection outdoors or in. $12 Asparagaceae Aloe striatula hardy aloe Multi-trunked shrub from South Africa, the hardiest of the shrubby aloes. To over 3 ft tall and possibly up to 6 ft wide with dark green leaves, long, narrow, and pointed, and yellow flowers in spring and summer continuing into fall. Plant in sun where drainage is good. Top hardy to 18 F, upper USDA zone 8; has resprouted from 0F, zone 7, or below with mulch, good drainage, and protection from winter moisture. $12 Asparagaceae Aloinopsis spathulata x Titanopsis hugo-schlecteri albo- $7 Aizoaceae Amarygia [hybrids] Amaryllis belladonna X Brunsvigia josephinae crosses from plantsman Wayne Roderick with long, strappy leaves to 2 ft that die back in summer. In late summer/early fall a 2 ft stem appears producing clusters of very fragrant flowers in colors that vary from pure whites to dark pinks. These are best in a spot that receives bright light and little summer water. Frost hardy to a bit below 20F, upper-upper USDA zone 8 and best in containers in areas of prolonged periods below freezing. $15 Amaryllidaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 15 Amaryllis belladonna naked lady A choice and deliciously fragrant flowering bulb to perfume the late summer garden with abundant light to dark pink trumpets on dark stems, to 18-24” tall -- “naked” since the strappy leaves that appeared in winter have usually died back during the dry summer. Definitely a beautiful lady. Best in a Mediterranean climate with summer heat, good drainage, and very little summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and into zone 7 with a bit of mulch. $12 Amaryllidaceae Amorphophallus konjac voodoo lily This arum from southeast Asia is widely cultivated for its edible tuber but we grow it for the huge tropical looking leaves and "snakeskin" stem. In spring, long before the leaves appear, a huge and astonishing flower dazzles with a 2 ft, purple spadix standing above the purple-black spathe. (The "perfume", designed to attract flies for pollination, can be mitigated by simply rinsing the flower.) Plant stems and leaves develop after a well-deserved rest and can reach 6 ft tall in part sun to shade with regular summer water. Cold hardy to USDA zone 6. $12 Araceae Anacampseros rufescens This is a sweet little succulent from South Africa, perfect for windowsill or mixed container or in the rock garden. Small, 3" rosettes of chubby, triangular leaves of green and purple are topped with showy pink-purple flowers in late spring. Give it bright light, well drained soil, and let it dry out between watering. Once thought to be tender, they have proven frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $8 Portulacaceae Anacampseros sp. - Sutherland Plateau $9 Portulacaceae Anemone x lipsiensis rock garden anemone A natural hybrid, this cute little anemone has all the good qualities of the species and few of the bad. No ‘I turned my back and it ate my Hellebores”; no ‘It lifted the sidewalk.’ Large pale yellow flowers on very finely divided stems that carpet the ground in spring. Excellent knitter in the rock garden, rock wall or between stepping stones. Frost hardy to USDA zone 4. Excellent. $12 Ranunculaceae Arachniodes standishii upside-down fern Much sought-after and hard to find fern from Japan and Korea with handsome evergreen to semi-evergreen fronds that are almost frilly in appearance and from 1-3 ft long. Forms clumps that reach 2-3 ft wide after many years, spreading by underground rhizomes. For light to deep shade with average summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $16 Dryopteridaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 16 Araucaria araucana monkey puzzle tree A heritage tree, given away as seedlings by the Chilean exhibition at Portland, Oregon’s 1905 World’s Fair and planted throughout the city. A coniferous evergeen growing slowly to a stately 30 ft tall x 15-20 ft wide or so in cultivation the crown rounding in maturity. Leaves are tough, dark-green, sharp-pointed, and triangular. Specimens should be carefully placed not to compete with other trees and to avoid nearby pathways as the 15 lb cones can maim! Full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil with regular summer water. Cold hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $19 Araucariaceae Arbutus arizonica arizona madrone A small, delicate tree, to 15-20 ft in the garden and possibly taller with great age. As with others species, the leaves are glossy dark green with paler undersides, and the flowers are white to pale pink urns that appear in early spring and produce orange fruit lasting into winter. Young bark peels to a somewhat patchy cream color and older bark is mostly gray and plated with large areas of exposed reddish patches. Very picturesque. Though found in dry regions of the southwest and drought tolerant, this tree also enjoys regular garden water, but requires well drained soil. Frost hardy easily to 10F, USDA zone 8. $16 Ericaceae Arbutus xalapensis texas madrone A lovely relative of the madrone or Arbutus menziesii, the Texas madrone is native in the southwest, from west Texas and New Mexico south into Central America, appearing as a multistemmed shrub or small tree, up to 20 ft tall, with all the features we love -- evergreen leaves that are dark on top and lighter beneath, white bell flowers in spring followed by bright red berries in the fall, and, best of all, exfoliating bark that peels away revealing smooth new bark in colors ranging from white to apricot to deep red. Very soil tolerant as long as the drainage is excellent. Requires little to no summer water but tolerates occasional water if, again, the drainage is excellent. A perfect addition to the dry garden. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $18 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos 'Lolo'

A Cistus introduction. Our collection, from the top of Lolo Pass on the northeast shoulder of Oregon's Mt. Hood. This natural hybrid between A. nevadensis and A. columbiana forms a mounding shrub to 18" -2' tall x 3-4' in width with oh-so-fashionable gray-green leaves held on burgundy-tinted stems. Then, as if that weren't enough, cheery light pink flowers appear in winter and spring. Spills if placed atop a bank, wall, or container. As usual with manzanitas, prefers summer dryness and lean soil. Sun to dappled shade. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7, possibly even 6. $14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos 'Monica' Selected by Louis Edmonds, this cross between A. manzanita and A. densiflora is an upright shrub to 10 ft or more and can be trained as high as 15 ft. A handsome plant with green leaves, spring flowers that are many shades of pink and white -- both lovely against the dark mahogany bark that sheds in small curls. Easy in the garden, tolerating less than ideal conditions. More accepting of some summer water than most manzanitas but we recommend weaning after September to slow any luxurious growth before winter. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $15 Ericaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 17 Arctostaphylos aff. hispidula SBH 9274.3 These oddly distributed mounding shrubs from the Klamath River near the town of Orleans are a bit of a mystery. Planted or wild we don't know. Clearly an affinity to Arctostaphylos hispidula or an A. stanfordiana hybrid. What ev's. 4 ft in height by 6ft in width. Glossy small leaves, late winter pale pink to white flowers, and brick colored fruit and bark. Nice and very easy in the garden. A bit more tolerant of summer garden water than most. Full sun to dappled shade. Undoubtedly hardy to USDA zone 7. $14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Lolo Jade' A Cistus Introduction: This mounding/spreading hybrid from the west slopes of Mt. Hood and manzanita-rich Lolo Pass grows to about 8-10" inches in height and 5-6 feet in time and produces nicely rounded overlapping leaves of blue-green contrasting well with bright orange stems. The pale pink flowers can be produced as early as late autumn but more often in winter to early spring. Excellent in containers, small scale bank cover. Full sun to partial shade. Prefers soil low in organic matter. More tolerant of limited summer water than most. Zone 6

$14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos glandulosa 'Gold Bear' A Cistus Introduction: From the upper reaches of the Hellsgate area in Southern Oregon's Rogue River Canyon, a rather unique area where dense stands of A. glandulosa seem influenced by A. nevadensis. This form, though only 18" or so in height can spread to 20 or more feet rather quickly. The deep green leaves are enhanced by small golden brown hairs, giving the whole plant a striking appearance, especially when white flowers appear in winter and early spring. We have seen flowers on this plant as early as November and as late as March. This could be a particularly useful medium-scale groundcover anywhere in the dry-summer west. Most soils with decent drainage, dryish at least in the summer. Zone 7 possibly 6 This from an area where we have seen an abundance of bears browsing on the chocolate colored fruit in autumn and winter!

$15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos glandulosa 'Nathan's Fav' A Cistus Introduction: From the south facing canyon walls of Southern Oregon's Rogue River comes this 4 foot, silver/blue leaved shrub with a most interesting habit. Not only does it have basal burls like most of its relatives, it also has small burls at many of its branches, making it an easy subject to prune without negative consequences. The silver blue foliage stands out beautifully against the mahogany orange bark, also contrasting very well with the pink-flushed new growth and cheery pink flowers in winter/early spring. For a blue furry creature, it has been happily 'cootie free' for us, and should be easily maintained in mineral soil with at least some summer drought, especially when temperatures are high. Zone 7 $15 Ericaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 18 Arctostaphylos glandulosa x nevadensis 'Oregon Blue' A Cistus Introduction: One of our favorite finds on the Oregon mountain region in the Siskiyou Mountains, one of the most diverse Arctostaphylos spots we've seen. This hybrid, involving nevadensis, and well, somebody really pretty and blue grows in an ever-increasing low mound to 18 inches with the periphery spreading or weeping. The entire plant has a purple/blue cast with red stems and blue/grey leaves. Prolific white/pale pink flowers in winter and early spring. A very nice plant. Full sun to light partial shade, mineral soil, careful with the summer water. Good medium scale groundcover for zone 6. $15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos glandulosa x nevadensis SBH 9172 bluish light pink stems, 6" x 4 ft $15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos glandulosa x SBH 9416 $14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos glauca 'Cholame Hills' A Cistus introduction. This beautiful relative of the more common A. manzanita, from the Cholame Hills area of Monterey County California, was found growing under the shade of various oaks and maintaining its integrity very well. Though our cuttings were taken from a 10 ft specimen, the form can be tree-like, reaching 25 ft or more, with pleasing blue leaves, dark red bark, and cheery pink flowers in early December. Almost as easy in cultivation as a manzanita, with sun to part shade and decent drainage. Even accepts some carefully applied summer garden water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos glauca SBH 9201 parent 25 ft; pearly white flowers w/ pink base $16 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos hispidula SBH 9151 From an intriguing population near Orleans, California on the Klamath River, growing on bits and pieces of serpentine stone. These mounding plants, from 4-6 ft or a bit more to 8 ft in very old specimens, have a very dense habit, lustrous, green leaves to only about 1/2" and white-aging-pale-pink flowers with characteristics of both A. hispidula and A. stanfordiana. Either way, these should be wonderful shrubs for the dry garden. Can be shorn to maintain a smaller size or lifted to expose the pealing, orange-red bark. A bit more summer water tolerant than others as well. Sun to light shade in most soils. Likely frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, possibly colder. $15 Ericaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 19 Arctostaphylos hookeri 'Green on Black' hooker's mazanita A Cistus Introduction. This compact clone from the Huckleberry Hill area of California's Monterey County is another in a great series of this most useful garden shrub. To only 18" high and wide, with particularly round, shiny green foliage and abundant, small pink flowers in late winter. Tolerant of both sand and clay, these like a bit of summer drought but are not incredibly happy over 100 F in particularly hot inland places. Works well as an understory to a larger arctostaphylos or as a fine ground cover where the leaf form and the wiry blackish stem can be seen. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos hookeri SBH 7471 A Cistus introduction. Our selection from the Huckleberry Hill area near Carmel, California in a habitat of tiny, round-leaved, mat-like shubs, to only 4-6" tall, has, with a little loving, grown in excess of 18" with pointy leaves that become rounder with adult growth. The flowers are white to pearly pink in mid winter.A wonderful addition to the dry garden; also tolerates some summer water. Sun to dappled shade in most soils. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 8, and quite possibly zone 7. $14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Upstanding' A Cistus introduction. From northern Lake County, California "amid a grove" of like-minded manzanitas, this form is particularly large, to 15' or more but easily maintained at 4-5', with an upright habit, red stems, and green leaves slightly tinted mauve. Outstanding as a backdrop with very pale pink flowers occurring from the end of December through February. And yes, there is more...most attractive, muscular, orange-red bark to set it all off. Of all our recent selections, this is among the top. Full sun to lightly dappled shade with good air circulation. More tolerant than most of some summer garden water but don't overdo it. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $16 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos manzanita SBH 7890 $14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos nevadensis 'Lolo-Low' A Cistus Introduction: A most handsome and dense groundcover found on Mt. Hood's Lolo Pass to only 3-4" in height spreading to 3-4 feet. The dense overlapping branches sport olive green leaves on reddish green stems. Excellent bank cover or wall-spiller with white flowers appearing in late winter. Summer drought- loving but surprisingly garden tolerant. To Zone 6 and possibly a bit lower. Bright light or gently dappled shade in well-drained soil.

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Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 20 Arctostaphylos nevadensis (mostly) 'Shiny Happy' A Cistus Introduction. Another from the manzanita rich mountains west of O'Brien, Oregon comes this low spreading, and most-graceful little groundcover. 4-5 inches in height by 10 feet or more in width, crawling or spilling with glee. The narrow green leaves are densely held on red stems, creating a fine texture and contrasting well with the nearly white flowers in winter and early spring. As A. glandulosa appears to be in its heritage, burls are set where roots occur, enabling it to be cut back with ease. Sun to partial shade, mineral soil. Zone 6 $14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos nevadensis x glandulosa SBH 9172.2 $15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos nevadensis x glandulosa SBH 9269 A Cistus Introduction: This groundcover with light green leaves, reddish stems and tinted new growth forms a wide dense mat to only 6 inches in height and 6+ feet wide. The rounded leaves contrast very nicely with the underlying red stems. White to pale pink flowers in winter and early spring. Excellent groundcover for mineral soil, full sun to partial shade. Also good in a container. USDA Zone 6. $14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos nummularia ssp. mendocinoensis SBH 9170a From the pygmy forest plant community of California's Mendiceno coast, this probable hybrid between A. hookeri and A. uva-ursi forms a compact, rounded shrub -- eventually a miniature tree -- to only about 4 ft tall with 1/4" green leaves on red stems and, in mid winter, showy, light pink flowers produced en masse. This clone has been quite cootie resistant with no black spots so far under any conditions. Enjoys sun to dappled shade and tolerates dense clay and heavy winter rain but still prefers only very light summer water at most. Frost hardy to the bottom of zone 8, probably zone 7. Very good container plant. $14 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos stanfordiana 'Twin Valley' A Cistus Introduction: Another of our favorite manzanita finds from the rich area of northern Lake County, CA, this 4-5 foot shrub with glossy green leaves supported by red stems sports the typical narrow, upheld nascent inflorescences with so many branches they appear almost as a smoke tree, Cotinus, even prior to the flower buds opening. Each opens to a pale pink in mid to late winter, prolonging the show. One of the easier species to grow and even a little tolerant of summer garden water (if not overdone). We think this is the prettiest A. stanfordiana yet! For bright sun to partial shade, minerally soil, USDA zone 7 if not 6 $16 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos stanfordiana SBH 7891 From the Covelo Road area in Southern Lake County California growing with four other arctostaphylos species in an epicenter of manzanita land, this 5-8 ft shrub has blue tinted, olive-green leaves, a dense, upright form, and pale pink flowers held well above the greenery in mid winter. Easy in cultivation in sun to dappled shade and most soils if provided summer drought once established. Particularly beautiful if lifted to expose the bark of buttery browns and mahogany. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Ericaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 21 Arctostaphylos stanfordiana x glandulosa 'Sheen Green' A Cistus Introduction from Lake County, California in a spot rich with the species. Upright with dark green matte gloss leaves - shall we say satin- with with dark orange brown bark and red twigs and flower stems. Flowering nearly white to pale pink in winter and early spring. This is a very handsome shrub easily pruned into small tree form to 8 feet or so and was selected from the edge of a meadow where it is subject to wet winter feet. This should be a particularly garden tolerant plant. To zone 7 for bright light or dapple shade. $15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos viscida (mostly) SBH 9281 This collection, from the edge of serpentine rock, was growing next to the famed Artostaphylos cinerea and clearly has a few nationalities in its background. But the gist is, a very handsome upright shrub to 6 feet or more with rounded blue green leaves with reddish stems and dark orange older bark. The large, rather weeping inflorescences can begin producing flowers as early as late autumn but often in January into early spring. So far this has been one of the easier of its ilk for us to grow. Bright light with decent air circulation and lean soil. Careful with the summer water. Zone 7. $15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos viscida x manzanita 'Twin Peaks' A Cistus Introduction: Another find in northern Lake County, CA, where just visible through both parents we found this lovely plant at 7 feet in height with very nice rounded form. Good orange brown bark and shiny green 1-2 inch leaves. Inflorescence is intermediate between both parents, upright and dark red at first and producing a pale pink flower in mid winter to early spring. Collected from a meadow edge with particularly poor drainage holds very good garden promise. Bright light to dappled shade. Careful with the summer water. Zone 7 $15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos x cinerea SBH 9282 A Cistus Introduction: This variable hybrid supposedly between A. canescens and A. viscida var pulchella, was collected near O'Brien, OR, on the edge of serpentine soils where winter water sits. After observing this little shrub for several years and noting its vigor, it was time to give it a try. To 5 feet tall with gray/green furry leaves and pale pink flowers and later pumpkin orange fruit (nearly matching the bark) in late summer through early winter. This plant could change your life. To zone 7. Gritty dirt. Be careful with summer water. $15 Ericaceae Arctostaphylos x mewukka SBH 9217 This beautiful medium to large shrub, from a location that has not been widely reported in Shasta County, California, reaches 6-8 ft tall with pleasing, lavender-tinted, blue leaves, pale pink flowers, and a basal burl that provides new sprouts should cutting back be required. This individual has been vigorous for us, not surprisingly as it was collected lovingly between 6 ft drifts of snow. Best in sun to dappled shade, in mineral soil that doesn't get too hot especially if there is moisture present. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $15 Ericaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 22 Argyrocytisus battandieri pineapple broom The Moroccan pineapple broom is a shocker in bloom. You’ll be blown away by the fruity pineapple fragrance pouring out of the bright yellow Laburnum-like flowers. The silvery, fuzzy, evergreen foliage is very attractive as well as aromatic A large shrub or small tree, to 10-15 ft if allowed. Can be multi-trunked. For full sun and good drainage with water to establish. Drought tolerant thereafter. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8. $16 Fabaceae Arisaema consanguineum - silvered centered Shared with us some years ago by our friends the O’Byrnes, these graceful jack-in-the-pulpits rise to nearly 3 ft in late spring with narrow graceful leaflets centered indeed silver. Flowers are deep cinnamon. Adds to its beauty by clumping quickly. Dappled shade is best with consistent summer moisture and, of course, decent drainage. A wonderful addition to the woodland garden or container. Frost hardy in the ground to 0F, USDA zone 7 or below. $15 Araceae Arisaema taiwanense taiwan cobra lily Extremely rare in commerce but we have a good supply from seeds collected by intrepid friends. This cobra lily has lizard-mottled stems that burst out of the woodland ground in April followed by dazzling, hooded, dark purple to nearly black flowers, and mind-boggling, deeply cut, acid-flashback leaves. Stunning at 30-36" tall. For shade to dappled shade in rich soil with average of summer water. Frost hardy in the ground in upper USDA zone 6, possibly lower. $22 Araceae Aristea major blue sceptre Of this intriguing group of blue-flowered irids mostly from South Africa, we had thought this species too tender for permanent planting in these parts, but they have thriven for many years now, giving us courage. Easy in average garden conditions and luscious with summer water, with bright green, iris-like leaves to 2 ft or a bit more, and clusters of sky-blue flowers from spring through fall -- all from the small inflorescence, so don't cut them back. Bright light is best. Outstanding planted with yellow foliage nearby. Evergreen to the upper teens F, upper USDA zone 8; regrowing, especially with mulch, from 10F or so. (Also known as Aristea capitata.) $14 Iridaceae Aristotelia chilensis maqui From Chile and Argentina, an unusual evergreen shrub to small tree, to 15-25 ft, for sun to dappled shade in fertile, well-drained soil that is kept moist. Small, white flowers appear in May and purple, edible berries in fall. This form, from Mike Remick is a heavy fruiting form that has proven cold hardy to below 10F - USDA zone 8. $9 Elaeocarpaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 23 Asphodeline lutea king's spear One of the best of the old fashioned garden standards for the modern landscape. Herbaceous perennial native to the eastern Mediterranean. Narrow gray-green leaves form clumps to 12" tall and long-lasting, highly scented yellow flowers rise above on leafy stalks in early summer. Full sun in rich, well-drained soil with some summer moisture especially in the hottest climates. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 6, and even upper zone 5 in protected locations with winter mulch. $11 Xanthorrhoeaceae Aspidistra 'Spek-tacular' Shared with us by plantsman, Linda Guy, this wonderful cast iron plant, growing to over 3 ft tall with narrow dark green leaves, has way spotted leaves held upright, almost glowing with the creamy spreckles. Clumps to about 4 ft wide in a reasonable time. Able to withstand dark shade to dappled light but bleaches in too much sun. Prefers damp well drained soil. Excellent container. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $22 Asparagaceae Aspidistra caespitosa 'Jade Ribbons' cast iron plant Shared with us years ago by Barry Yinger, this small, cast iron plant produces leaves, to only about 18" in height, in dense clusters of deep green with a satiny blue finish. Intriguingly beautiful for gardens or containers in medium shade to the deepest, darkest recesses of the garden. Fairly fast growing in the southeast due to hot summer nights; on the West Coast, they are slower but worthwhile. Regular summer water in dryer climates to push them along a bit, though they can go without for long periods. Undamaged at 10 to 12F, USDA zone 8, if out of wind; can recover from 0F, zone 7. $18 Asparagaceae Aspidistra columnaris 'Giraffe' A spreckled aspidistra with leaves to only about 8" tall, reminiscent of the rounded forms of A. typica but more undulating on the edges and cleverly spotted over all. Fairly slow growing but worth a prominent spot in the shade garden ... preferably a prominent spot close to a path. Grows best if regularly watered in summer and kept free of slugs and snails. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 8, and possibly zone 7. $18 Asparagaceae Aspidistra elatior - very light variegations Though the size and vigor of these plants is similar to the green form with leaves to 3 ft tall and 6" wide, these are consistently streaked in the leaf center with pale cream to light yellow making such a pleasing effect in the garden that we thought it worth propagating. Grows fairly fast - at least for an aspidistra - spreading to clumps about 3 ft wide, easily divided every 3-4 years. Same care as with others -- part shade to shade with occasional summer water and mulch to help keep away slugs and snails. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 24 Aspidistra elatior 'Amanogawa' cast iron plant First introduced to the US, we believe, by Barry Yinger, this diminutive evergreen perennial, to about 1 ft or so in height, has very shiny leaves in dense clumps, each leaf stripped and splashed various shades of gold. Not the most stable creature in the world ... but then, neither are most of our friends ... and should be relieved of the occasional rogue green sport that might appear. Slow growing but one of the more striking variegated cast iron plants. Fine in even the very darkest shade with summer water to establish and for faster growth. Excellent container plant for medium to very low light. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 6. $16 Asparagaceae Aspidistra elatior 'Asahi' striped cast iron plant A gorgeous selection of a cast iron plant. Though this isn't the "biggest aspidistra in the world," it reaches about 1/2 to 2/3 the size of typical at about 18" to 25" tall with 6" wide leaves brushed cream especially towards the tips. A stunning garden or container plant that can thrive in the deepest of shade. Best if kept out of direct sunlight especially in hot climates. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8; upper zone 7 with protection. Protect from slugs and snails. $18 Asparagaceae Aspidistra elatior 'Chicory Asahi' Akin to a new and improved Aspidistra elatior 'Asahi', this plant, shared with us by Ted Stephens of Nurseries Carolinianus, has a very white center variegation, broader than 'Asahi', covering most of the leaf except for a distinct green band on the leaf edge. Gorgeous in the shade garden. Like its near relative, expected to reach 3 ft tall with leaves to 6" wide. Beautiful and slow, though nearly as vigorous as 'Asahi'. Best in good soil with regular summer water to establish and at least occasional water thereafter. Mulch helps keep slugs and snails away. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $22 Asparagaceae Aspidistra elatior 'Gold Strike' cast iron plant $16 Asparagaceae Aspidistra elatior 'Seiun' ['Living Cloud'] cast iron plant Small and hard-to-find aspidistra, the leaves only 2" wide by 12" tall and heavily spreckled with yellow spots on both sides, forming a cheerful, multi-stemmed, clumping perennial for the woodland garden in bright shade to the darkest part of the garden. Lovers of rich soil and even moisture, they are not supposed to be attractive to deer. Evergreen in upper USDA zone 8; root hardy to 10F, the bottom of zone 8; and a bright, sturdy houseplant where temperatures drop into zone 7. $18 Asparagaceae Aspidistra elatior 'Variegata' cast iron plant The solution to your shadiest spot: a cast iron plant with lovely white stripes on dark green leaves, to 2+ ft tall. Hardy outdoors in light to deep shade with normal summer water, they prefer good drainage. Regular summer water for best appearance, though tolerant of long dry periods. Clumping plants, they are somewhat slow growing, doubling their size in a few years. Also fab in a container. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $18 Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 25 Aspidistra longiloba cast iron plant An unusual cast iron plant, slowly spreading to make 4 ft wide clumps in a reasonable amount of time, with shiny spring-green leaves of only about 6" long, but pleasingly rounded at the base making them nearly oval. Easy in cultivation, for addition to containers or repeating in the shade garden. A layer of mulch over existing soil helps their little rhizomes spread a bit more quickly. Provide even summer moisture for more rapid growth, especially along the West Coast. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8; zone 7 with reliable mulch and protection. $18 Asparagaceae Aspidistra lurida 'Echi Ma Ji' Gifted us from plantsman extraordinair Lance Reiner, this clumper produces leaves to about 3 ft in length but narrow and arching with subtly beautiful cream center variegation. Rather slow but with a prominent place in the shade garden or as a specimen container plant. Zone 8 $16 Asparagaceae Aspidistra lurida 'Ginga' cast iron plant Often sold in the United States as 'Milky way", this one in no way resembles that one. The Japanese name 'Ginga' means "spotted and streaked" and this plant is that. Stunning purple flowers, often called "spider eggs", appear in early spring but can only be appreciated by lying belly down in an accommodating gardener's garden. Worth the trouble. Part shade to deep shade with little or no summer water necessary. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $16 Asparagaceae Aspidistra minutiflora cast iron plant One of the more intriguing of the cast iron plants, a genus on which we have become rather fixated, this with very narrow leaves, to 30” tall and only 1/2 to 1” wide, of deep green with a bit of silky blue overlay. Creates graceful clumps reasonably quickly in the woodland garden or in container where the nearly black stem sheaths can be easily observed for hours on end … or at least a second or two. Enjoys ample summer moisture, though, as with other aspidistras, seems to accept being nearly moisture free in dark, cave-like spaces. A perfect addition under shrubs where other plants are not likely to thrive, or in dark entry gardens for instance. Frost hardy to the bottom of USDA zone 8. Has also been offered as Aspidistra linearifolia. $16 Asparagaceae Aspidistra minutiflora 'Spangled Ribbons' spangled cast iron plant Introduced by Don Jacob this appears very much like A. caespitosa 'Jade Ribbons' with 18" leaves, about 1" wide, tinted blue, and held very upright, but these have endearing yellow polka dots throughout. Slow growing like all cast iron plants, but growth can be hastened with fertile soil and extra summer moisture, especially where nights are cool. Like the others, capable of growing in very dark rooms (they like to hang out in bars) and of course the shadiest nooks in the garden. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8; zone 7 with protection. $16 Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 26 Aspidistra retusa 'Nanjing Green' nanjing cast iron plant Smallish aspidistra with medium green, 3" wide leaves distinguished by prominent veins and forming clumps to 2 ft tall and wide. Brought back from the Nanjing Botanic Garden in the 1990s and shared with us by Tony Avent of Plant Delights Nursery, this handsome and unusual cast iron plant does best in part to full shade with summer water. Evergreen and undamaged to 5F, USDA zone 7b, and expected to be root hardy below that. $16 Asparagaceae Aspidistra tonkinensis 'Spotty' cast iron plant A Cistus introduction of a lovely species, this our seedling selection from Southeast China, with graceful, long green leaves, to 3 ft or more, emerging with black sheaths, the leaves humorously spotted almost golden. Tolerant of deep shade and drought, but more pleased with ample summer moisture and good soil. Thus far frost hardy to upper USDA zone 7. We think this is one of the most graceful of all the aspidistras. $22 Asparagaceae Aspidistra yingjiangensis 'Singapore Sling' cast iron plant This lovely creature, found in a market in Singapore (we believe) both by Barry Yinger and Hayes Jackson, grows to 3 ft or more with only 1-2" wide leaves of deep green, strikingly polka dotted cream yellow. Very spiffy even in deepest darkest shade. Summer water to establish and regularly thereafter for fastest growth though tolerates dry shade as well. As many others, this one is slow growing and we are happy to finally have enough to share. Despite its origins has been frost hardy in the garden at least into USDA zone 8. Also makes a lovely container specimen for medium to low light. $16 Asparagaceae Astelia 'Red Devil' red mountain astelia Found some years ago on NZ's south island after many quasi-successful endeavors in bringing this plant to North America, our original collection is finally available from Christchurch's fabulous Texture Plants Nursery. Similar in size to A. 'Red Gem' (to 2ft tall and wide) but with deeper burgundy tones in winter and throughout summer in exposed locations. Often quite stunning. Despite its xeric appearance, it prefers reliably damp conditions and a slight northerly aspect in hotter climates. Plants have survived to 0 F in others gardens, but we will say upper zone 7 to be on the safe side. Woohoo! $16 Asteliaceae Astelia banksii shore astelia Graceful member of a handsome, genus, the arching leaves, to 4 ft tall, spring-green with striking silver undersides and spring flowers cream to chartreuse flowers, small and hidden in the foliage but looking very much like corn flowers, strange and beautiful. As the common name would imply, these are lovers of coastal conditions, tolerating salt spray. Easy in full sun to dappled shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy into the mid teens, mid USDA zone 8; has survived 10 to 12F with some protection. Best as pot specimens in the hottest and most humid areas of the southeast. $16 Asteliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 27 Aster ageratoides var. ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki' An aster that has it all! Compact and sturdy to 2 ft tall and wide - the clumps gradually spreading to 8-10 ft wide - plants are covered in the fall with bright purple flowers that bloom over a very long period and stand up against frost and fall drizzle. Sun to part shade with summer water. Still difficult to find outside collector’s circles these deserve a greater presence in the gardener’s autumn palette. Evergreen to 10F, USDA zone 8 and root hardy to -30, zone 4. $12 Asteraceae Astrolepis sinuata wavy scaly cloak fern A fern that loves sunny dry places. From the desert southwest come these luxurious clumps of gray-sage- green leaves with felty, orange undersides. To 1-2 ft tall eventually and evergreen to semi-evergreen. Full sun to dappled shade with excellent drainage and lean, gritty soil. Best placed where air circulation is good and the roots can remain cool, perhaps in a rock garden. Drought tolerant but enjoys occasional summer water. Cold hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Pteridaceae Aucuba 'Gold Mound' gold-dust plant Yes, we have said before that aucubas are cool. This cultivar, selected and named by plantsman Ted Stephens of Nurseries Carolinianus, reaches only 3 ft or so with a rounded habit. The 5", scalloped and rounded leaves are speckled and streaked with gold and cream - almost appearing entirely golden. Berries are orange turning nearly red in autumn and winter especially if a female clone is nearby. Great for dry shade (such as under dusty stairwells) or as a long lived container specimen. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 6. $14 Garryaceae Aucuba chinensis 'Spotty' A Cistus introduction. Our aucuba phase is now of long standing as this very useful group of plants, found in only a few clones and usually lurking under stairwells, has so much to offer. A graceful, 4 ft, evergreen shrub, 'Spotty' has narrow leaves, to only about 1” x 4” sprayed with yellow polka dots. Excellent for deep, dark, dry shade! Happiest with some summer water in very dry summer places or way back there under the the stairs. Frost hardy as cold as upper USDA zone 6. $14 Garryaceae Aucuba himalaica Another evergreen background or filler shrub useful for difficult garden spots, this 4-5 ft shrub with shiny, narrow, 5” leaves grows in any conditions from severe root competition to the darkest garden corners, never skipping a beat. This clone produces orange-red berries in great abundance if a male Aucuba is anywhere nearby. Provide some summer water where dry for best appearance. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 6. $14 Garryaceae Aucuba japonica 'Clear Picture' Classic evergreen shrub to brighten the deepest shade, this one with clear, yellow variegations on dark green leaves. To 4 ft tall x 3 ft wide, dense and upright with a rounded shape. Easy, thriving in most situations of dappled shade to shade in rich, well-drained soil. Tolerant of some drought once established though perhaps more luscious with summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $15 Garryaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 28 Aucuba japonica 'Fulkawa' $16 Garryaceae Aucuba japonica 'Merced' Classic and very handsome, evergreen shrub to brighten the deepest shade, this form, named at Cistus, having variegated foliage almost entirely gold and merely spreckled with green. Easy in the garden, thriving in most situations of dappled shade to shade with some summer water. Plants can reach 4 ft tall x 3 ft wide; a stunning presence in the shade garden. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Garryaceae Aucuba japonica 'Tatsumaki' $14 Garryaceae Aucuba omeiensis Endemic to the slopes of China's famed Mt. Emei, a sacred mountain dubbed "the mother of gardens", and most unusual in the aucuba world for its overall size, ranging from 20-30 ft tall, and large, blue-green leaves, sometimes exceeding 8-10", with a waxy, light colored cuticle on the underside. Females have abundant crops of bright red fruits, typical of the genus. A superb garden specimen for shade in well-drained but damp garden soil. Reliable in low to mid USDA zone 8 and colder if kept from freezing wind. You need one! $16 Garryaceae Azara alpina HCM 98100 lilen de la cordillera One of the smallest azaras, this high elevation species from Chile is found growing up to the timberline, remaining rather compact, to only 6-8 ft tall. A charming small shrub with sprays of bright shiny green leaves and, in late winter to early spring, fragrant, pale yellow flowers followed by large red fruits that linger. Well drained soil is best in partial or dappled shade protected from western sun. Found in areas of winter rainfall and occasional summer drought, so accepting of both water and dry summer conditions once established. One of the hardiest to frost to 10F, USDA zone 8, possibly into upper zone 7.

$12 Salicaceae Azara integrifolia 'Variegata' variegated goldspire azara A lovely, variegated shrub to small tree, to 14 ft tall x 10-12 ft wide, this Chilean evergreen has small rounded leaves of green with wide, creamy white edging, and pink overtones especially in cold weather. The small, yellow flowers that appear in late winter to early spring are followed by small, black fruit. A cheerful addition to the garden in sun to part shade with at least occasional summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Salicaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 29 Banksia marginata silver banksia Evergreen shrub to small tree with a dense canopy of long, narrow, finely toothed leaves, medium green on top and silvery underneath for a bright, bicolor appearance. Yellow, bottle-brush flowers appear often but particularly in late summer through fall, making bees and hummingbirds very happy. Sun to slight shade with good drainage in almost any soil. Tolerates some drought once established and accepts moderate summer water. This form, collected the high plateau of Central Tasmania and shared with us by plantsman Ian Barclay, is expected to be one of the most frost hardy; tough, so far, to 15-18F, USDA zone 8b, and we are hoping for reports of lower temperatures. $14 Proteaceae Baumea rubiginosa 'Variegata' variegated striped rush Spikes of upright, evergreen leaves -- to 2-3 ft tall with yellow stripes on deep green -- make a pointed statement for any water garden or irrigated locale. From New Zealand, they accept sun or shade in loose soil with plentiful summer water. Can be submerged with the crown above the water level. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $9 Cyperaceae Beesia deltophylla Very nice small, evergreen groundcover from China with shiny, heart-shaped leaves and spikes of white flowers in late summer. Lovely vein patterns add texture to the leathery foliage. Plants form clumps 18” wide x 1 ft tall in dappled shade to full shade. Tolerant of many soils but best planted in areas that are consistently moist and well-drained soil. Creates a good backdrop for other shade loving perennials. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $14 Ranunculaceae

Begonia 'Metallic Mist' PP19567 Leaves are seriously silvered on this fabulous and totally frost hardy begonia. with a mounding habit, to 18” tall, and pink flowers in the fall. Likes rich, moist soil that must drain well in part shade to shade and prefers to dry a bit between waterings... don’t we all. Easily frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, and possibly in zone 6. Plant patents prohibit proscribed propagation. $14 Begoniaceae Begonia emeiensis DJHC 98479 A Dan Hinkley collection from Emei Shan and a striking addition to the increasingly large repertoire of begonias hardy in USDA zone 6 or above, this with 6-8” succulent, heart-shaped leaves and, in late summer and fall, attractive clusters of luscious pink flowers within the canopy. Shade to afternoon shade in moist conditions. Evergreen into the upper 20s F; deciduous but resprouting handily in early spring after temperatures as low as -10F, USDA zone 6, especially if mulched. A swollen (node) at the end of each leaf petiole can sprout and increase the plant. Easy $12 Begoniaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 30 Begonia hemsleyana helmsley's begonia Very hardy begonia grown in gardens for many years. Dormant through winter, emerging in June with fuzzy red stems carrying palmate leaves, dark green spreckled white. A very nice texture for the shady, woodland garden, in moist conditions -- but not too moist. A bit of drying before watering is welcome. Requires good air circulation as well. Found at 4-6,000 ft elevation in Yunnan, China, these are frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Begoniaceae Berberis calliantha black-berried barberry A very pretty barberry and a good foundation plant or accent for the garden where prickly leaves won't molest a passerby. Evergreen, these shrubs, to 3-5 ft tall x 3 ft wide but easily trimmed, have small, holly-like leaves, dark green and shiny, contrasting with the reddish brown stems. Spring flowers are light yellow, inverted cups, nearly 1" across; autumn berries are blue-black as the common name suggest. Easy in sun to light shade with some summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Berberidaceae Berberis calliantha - white leaf underside $16 Berberidaceae Berberis darwinii RCH 404 darwin's barberry A striking, evergreen barberry, with bright, yellow-orange flowers on red stems, showy and cheerful over a long season in spring. This form, collected by plantsman Randall Hitchin, reaches 8 ft tall and nearly as wide, with arching branches and spiny leaves, dark green above and lighter below. Native to Chile and Argentina, these handsome plants enjoy full sun to part shade in reasonably well-drained soil with average summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Berberidaceae Bergeranthus jamesii - cl 2 Ice plant relative from South Africa, to only about 2” tall in clumps to 5-6” wide with succulent, triangular leaves. In summer, bright yellow, daisy-like flowers cover the the plant. Requires very good drainage in lean soil, sun in all but the very hottest climates, and an occasional watering in summer by hose or monsoon. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $8 Aizoaceae Bignonia capreolata cross vine Stunning and very fast-growing, evergreen vine from the southeastern US with clusters of large, tubular, scarlet-orange, flowers cloaking the entire plant in early summer. Flattened, pendant fruits follow for decoration during the off season. Climbs by tendrils and reaches up to 20 ft on a tree or strong trellis. Can be used as a screen or a little piece of heaven for hummingbirds. Full sun and summer water to establish. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Bignoniaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 31 Blechnum chilense chilean hard fern Striking evergreen fern, large and bold with dark green fronds, upright and leathery on rose- pink stems. Reaches 5-6 ft tall in perfect conditions, e.g., moist, cool shade. Can take more light with plenty of summer water. Forms colonies through underground rhizomes making a larger presence. Very nice and very effective in the woodland or dappled shade garden. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $19 Blechnaceae Bletilla ochracea 'Chinese Butterfly' chinese butterfly hardy ground orchid Wonderful ground orchid from a vigorous strain introduced by Linda Guy of Carolina Nurseries, with exotic flowers of five petals, in pale creamy yellow and a darker yellow lip spreckled with purple -- 3-5 blossoms on stem to 20" tall amongst iris-like foliage. Morning sun or light, dappled shade. Frost hardy at least into the single digits, F., upper USDA zone 7. $14 Orchidaceae Bommeria hispida SBH 9550 $11 Adiantaceae Brachyglottis monroi This very dense little New Zealand shrub daisy is grown much more for its glossy, brownish green, undulate- margined foliage and tomentose (fuzzy) undersides than for its summer tiny yellow flowers. Handsome in the garden reaching to 5 ft or so. Prefers full sun and regular summer water. The hardiest parent of the Dunedin Group; frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $13 Asteraceae Brahea sp. - super blue/silver A clumping creature, to 10 ft tall, looking much like Brahea decumbens but with larger leaves and a more extended trunk. These are from a mid-elevation collection from central Mexico at the edges of thorn scrub where it meets oak country. Dappled shade to full sun and generous summer fertilizing with water to speed its slow growth. We know it makes a beautiful container specimen but don't yet know its potential frost hardiness. So we can only guess at 20F, the bottom of USDA zone 9. $15 Arecaceae Buddleja araucana This evergreen, South American buddleja deserves a place in everyone’s garden. To 4-6 ft tall and wide, its creamy white, fragrant summer flowers compliment the silvery white undersides of the long, narrow, gray- green leaves. Sun to part shade with some summer water. Frost hardy into the teens F, upper USDA zone 8, and root hardy in lower zone 8, resprouting if damaged by lower temperatures. Also known as Buddleja nappii. $12 Scrophulariaceae Buddleja coriacea IB 05-A87 $14 Scrophulariaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 32 Buddleja crispa We love furry plants (even though this one looks more like grandpa’s gray chest than anything else...). This intensely fragrant Himalayan butterfly bush’s silvery floccose leaves highlight the long blooming light lavender flowers with an orange eye. 6 ft plus. Full sun and normal garden water. Zone 8 $9 Scrophulariaceae Buddleja globosa - wild collected $12 Scrophulariaceae Buddleja limitanea butterfly bush A lovely and restrained buddleja, a smallish Asian species found in India to western China, to only 6-8 ft tall and wide, with matte green leaves, paler and bluish on the undersides, and stunning clusters of pale violet to blue flowers opening from purple buds in late summer to early fall. Flowers are fragrant, attracting bees, butterflies, birds and the neighbors. Best in full sun to part shade with good drainage and regular summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. Note to Californians - won't seed and run rampant in the yard and wild places. $14 Scrophulariaceae Buddleja macrostachya long spiked buggerfly bush Tall shrub or small tree, to 20 ft tall, with squarish, winged branches holding long, somewhat felted, green leaves and, from spring throughout the growing season, very long racemes of sweet, sweet, sweet flowers in creamy white with reddish throats. Will go to the ground at 20F, USDA zone 9, and become perennial, regrowing each year. Butterflies will love you. $11 Scrophulariaceae Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Variegata' - dwarf form dwarf variegated japanese boxwood Well...kind of dwarf anyway. This compact, 6-8 ft evergreen, given to us several years ago by the late, great gardener Jane Platt, has a naturally pyramidal growth and pleasingly cream and green leaves with nary a reversion to date. Excellent and hardy as a container or hedge plant. And easily shorn if a more formal look is desired. Sun to dappled shade with regular summer water at least until well established. Frost hardy in low USDA zone 6, we hear, possibly colder. $12 Buxaceae Buxus sempervirens 'Golden Swirl' golden common box A collection from a lone surviving shrub in the shade of an ancient pecan in a North Portland “garden”, this 8 ft boxwood has a tall, rather narrow habit, with upright branchlets and a pleasing creamy-gold variegation throughout the leaves. Drought tolerant and vigorous. You should have one. We would like to see it used as good garden furniture. Considering its “habitat” it must be very drought tolerant and, from the original plant’s appearance, able to withstand occasional pruning with chainsaws. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6, at least. $14 Buxaceae Calandrinia grandiflora $7 Portulacaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 33 Calceolaria aff. integrifolia RCH 455 lady’s purse From wild-collected seed in the high Andes of south central Chile, this shrubby slipper flower grows to about 3 ft, flowering through summer and into fall with its bright yellow pouches subtended by pleasing felty green leaves. Best in dampish soil. Evergreen to 20F, USDA zone 9 or so; root hardy and resprouting from 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Calceolariaceae Callicarpa japonica 'Hatsushimo' first frost japanese callicarpa Variegated beauty berry, this graceful shrub, new from Japan, is a beauty both in fruit and leaf. The 6-8 ft arching branches are indeed adorned with amethyst fruit in late autumn. But wait there's more. The leaves are evenly speckled cream and white with blushed red petioles. Ohhhh! Surprisingly tolerant of sun but we suggest at least afternoon protection. Regular if not frequent summer water. Be the first on your block to have this lovely creature. Frost hardy into USDA zone 6, possibly below. $16 Lamiaceae Callistemon 'White Anzac' white bottlebrush Just as the cultivar name suggests, this bottlebrush has the white flowers fading to cream of the genus appearing in spring and early summer. Found on Anzac Cover in New Zealand as a form of C. citrinus and reaches 4 ft tall or so with substantial evergreen leaves. Full sun, not much summer water. USDA zone 9 $14 Myrtaceae Callistemon citrinus crimson bottlebrush Medium sized, evergreen shrub, to 8-10 ft tall, with handsome, narrow leaves that are lemony when crushed and crimson-red, “bottlebrush" flowers in June and July. A hummingbird's friend. This Australian native makes a great border shrub or small, specimen tree in full sun and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant as well once established! Can also tolerate a bit of frost. Evergreen to 18F, or so, upper USDA Zone 8, and root hardy, resprouting from the base in colder temperatures. $12 Myrtaceae Callistemon pallidus 'Best Blue' lemon bottlebrush A Cistus introduction: definitely a collector's callistemon, selected from our blues. Dense evergreen shrub, marked by its striking, aromatic, blue leaves and new growth made silky with silver hairs. Blooms in late spring to early summer with pale yellow bottlebrush flowers, a nice contrast to the blue foliage. To 10 ft wide x 8 ft wide. Best in full sun and lean, well-drained soil with regular summer water until established. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $12 Myrtaceae Callistemon pityoides 'Kosciuszko Princess' alpine bottlebrush A particularly frost hardy callistemon collected on the upper slopes of Australia's Mt. Kosciuszko, this small bottlebrush, to 3-6 ft tall, has finely textured, long and narrow, evergreen leaves and pale yellow, “bottlebrush” flowers in late spring and early summer. Best in full sun to part shade with summer water, though quite drought tolerant once established. One of the hardiest of the genus, performing well to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Myrtaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 34 Callistemon polandii Lovely species, flowering profusely with intense crimson flowers tipped gold. As well, the new growth on this 6-8 ft shrub is flushed, especially in spring. A lovely, amiable creature that enjoys full sun and tolerates both drought and saturated soil. A fine pot specimen wherever temperatures fall below mid USDA zone 8. Resprouted for us after receiving damage below 20F. A hard pruning …or a freeze… encourages lush free flowering growth. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8a/9a. $14 Myrtaceae Callistemon rigidus stiff bottlebrush Another of the spectacular, hardy bottlebrushes from Australia, this upright, stiff shrub, to 3-9 ft tall x 4-8 ft wide, has narrow evergreen leaves and 2" long spikes of deep red, "bottlebrush" flowers in summer. Gorgeous in bloom; a hummingbird heaven, indeed! Best in full sun and well-drained soil. Enjoys moderate summer water though tolerates short periods of drought once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Myrtaceae Callistemon sieberi river bottlebrush Yet another very hardy bottlebrush, this from southeastern Australia, found growing along creek beds and tolerant of both wet and dry conditions. This fountain-like shrub with fine-textured, narrow leaves can be pruned to maintain a dense structure or allowed to grow to its expected height of 6 ft or so. This form has tight chartreuse, 'bottlebrush" flowers in spring, often repeated in summer. Best in sun to dappled shade. Frost hardy to upper USDA zone 7. $12 Myrtaceae Callistemon viridiflorus mountain bottlebrush Small and compact evergreen bottlebrush, to 5 ft tall x 6 ft wide, this from cuttings of a specimen in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Arching branches carry small, glossy leaves and, in mid summer, soft, greenish yellow, "bottlebrush" flowers. Best in a hot, sunny position, well-drained with occasional summer water. Easily frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and very likely into zone 7 in optimum conditions. $12 Myrtaceae

Camellia 'Debutante Benton' DEBUTANT CAMELLIA Camellia 'Debutante', a close relative, is a slow growing shrub, to 6-8 ft tall though taller with great age, with the typical green, glossy leaves of C. japonica and, in spring, large, pink, peony-like flowers. The Japanese cultivar 'Debutante Benton', brought to us by Lance Reiners, is a variegated form, adding the interest of slightly ruffle-edged leaves decorated with a central golden marking or blotch. Evergreen, of course, and happy in dappled shade or morning sun with summer water and fertilizer. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $16 Theaceae Camellia japonica 'Black Magic' Stately tall shrub, even small tree, to 8-10 ft with large glossy leaves and, from late fall through February, drooping bell-like flowers of such deep orange-red as to almost appear black. Backlit in winter sun, they positively glow. We have ours planted with an assortment of black hellebores and Chaenomoles japoncia 'Atsuya Hamada'. Sun in coastal climates; dappled shade inland. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $16 Theaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 35 Camellia japonica 'Brushfields Yellow' Compact, upright camellia from the famed Brushfield Nursery, to 6-8 ft tall and wide, with cream to pale yellow, semi-double flowers in abundance in late winter to early spring. This selection remains one of our favorites with its pyramidal shade and flowers that create a lovely contrast against dark green foliage. We have pale yellow hellebores planted at the base of our specimen to take the color to ground level. Full sun in all but the hottest places to dappled shade with decent drainage. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $18 Theaceae Camellia japonica 'Silver Waves' It's the lovely flowers that set this winter blooming camellia apart -- large, semi-double flowers of the whitest white with wavy-edged petals and generous yellow stamens -- a standout against the dark green, typical C. japonica foliage. An upright and slow-growing shrub that can reach 10-12 ft tall x 3-8 ft wide in time. Evergreen, of course, and enjoying part shade in rich, acid soil that drains well. Mulch as winter protection for shallow roots and water regularly in the summer. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $18 Theaceae Camellia lutchuensis fragrant camellia A special tea camellia, dainty in all its parts. The flowers are particularly wonderful; with the sweetest fragrance of any camellia, they are single and white emerging from pink buds as 1-1.5" flared blossoms with the faintest hints of pink. The evergreen leaves, too, are smaller than C. japonica, though still shiny dark green. Plants reach to 6 ft tall or a bit more x 3-4 ft wide in acid soil, protected from the hottest sun and provided regular summer water. Fully frost hardy to 18 to 20F, USDA zone 8b, protection should be provided when temperatures drop below 15 to 18F. A fine container plant. $16 Theaceae Camellia sasanqua 'Narumigata' A lovely plant, at one point nearly lost in cultivation. Ours comes from Portland's historic Platt garden where it has reached an astoundingly beautiful 10 ft or more in 30 something years. A full rounded shrub with beautiful bark and glossy leaves that support 2-3" white to pale rose flowers edged in rose-salmon. Quite fragrant, they begin flowering in early to mid October and continue through February. Full sun to dappled shade with regular summer water. Temperatures at the upper edges of USDA zone 7 has presented no problems. $16 Theaceae Camellia sasanqua 'Setsugekka' Somewhat more diminutive than some, this white flowered cultivar with a statuesque presence and slightly weeping habit is easily espaliered or kept in a container as the growth is medium and the plant is easily kept to 4 ft. Can also reach to 8 ft tall x 4 ft wide. The flowers, white and semi-double centered with bright golden stamens, often emerge in late October, continuing through midwinter, standing out against the dense and shining, dark green foliage. One of the best "impress your relatives from Iowa" specimens -- a sight to behold blooming by the front door on New Year's Day. Part sun to dappled shade with regular summer water is best. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8 or above. $14 Theaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 36 Camellia sinensis 'Blushing Maiden' blushing maiden tea camellia A pink flowered, dark foliaged form of true tea camellia, sometimes found as C. sinensis 'Rosea'. And, yes, tea can be made from the leaf tips. This Chinese selection is daintier than the species with spicy-scented, pink flowers appearing in autumn to brighten those fall cleanup days. To 4 ft tall, eventually 5 ft x 4 ft wide. A handsome shrub for part shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Theaceae Carex buchananii leatherleaf sedge Ever-brown sedge for any garden situation with somewhat stiff, upright blades of reddish, bronzy brown, forming clumps to 1 ft wide. Especially nice when backlit. Fine in full sun or part shade where soil is well- drained and summer moisture is plentiful. Can be divided in spring and should be allowed to reseed to renew the supply. Frost hardy -10F, USDA zone 6. $9 Cyperaceae Carex mertensii merten's sedge Western native sedge, found growing in moist to wet areas from Alaska to California and east to Montana. Bright green leaves form clumps to 15-20" tall, topped in summer with graceful, dangling clusters of overlapping flowers on tall stems. Does well in sun where moisture is plentiful, along waterways and even in boggy ground. Frost hardy to -40F, USDA zone 3. $9 Cyperaceae Carex platyphylla 'Blue Satin' A wonderful introduction by Woodlanders Nursery and related to Carex plantaginea. Though frost hardy below USDA zone 5, above zone 7 it remains evergreen with iridescent blue-green leaves glowing in even the deepest of shade. A great contrast to yellows in the garden. Regular moisture, full shade to dappled sun. Cut back in early spring to renew growth. $12 Cyperaceae Carex trifida tataki grass, mutton bird sedge Evergreen, New Zealand sedge, native to cold, coastal areas and forming dense, upright clumps, to 3 ft tall x 2 ft wide, the broad, green leaves providing cover for shore birds and suggesting the common name, muttonbird sedge. Flowers are brown, appearing in summer. Happy in half to full shade, these can also take full sun if kept cool and well watered. Tough and said to be deer resistant. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $9 Cyperaceae Cassinia leptophylla ssp. vauvilliersii UCSC 1985.139 mountain cottonwood Erica-like, evergreen shrub from New Zealand, to 4-5 ft tall x 3 ft wide, with erect, slender branches, the leaves tomentose (reflective, greenish above and a beautiful gold to cream wool on the undersides) creating great contrast and form in the garden. Fine textured at a distance; a wonderful foil for broader leaved plants such as hebes or flax in sun and well-drained soil with summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and possibly upper zone 7. $12 Asteraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 37 Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' golden catalpa The golden catalpa makes a huge ‘statement’ in the garden, the large yellow leaves keeping their soft color for most of the summer. Spring flowers are white, fragrant, large, and handsome. Can reach 30 ft tall by 20 ft wide in the garden over time and can be coppiced for a smaller, more manageable size. Full sun to part shade with average summer water. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $16 Bignoniaceae Catalpa bignonioides 'Variegata' The variegated bean tree has a warm and cheerful presence creating a pleasantly bright, large texture for the garden with its big, heart-shaped leaves streaked cream, gold, and green. A slightly smaller presence than it's close relations, reaching 12-15 ft tall x 8-12 ft wide over time. Can be coppiced for an even smaller size. Full sun hasn't created sunburn problems for us but part shade is fine as well with regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5. $16 Bignoniaceae Cautleya spicata himalayan ginger A fabulous, hardy true ginger with slender, deep green leaves in clumps to about 3 ft tall x 2 ft wide and spikes of yellow, summer flowers surrounded by deep red bracts that continue after the flowers fade. Easy in the garden in part sun to shade with regular water for consistent moisture. Very tropical and frost hardy to at least 10F, USDA zone 8, with reports of success in zone 7. Mulch for extra winter protection. $14 Zingiberaceae Ceanothus 'Autumnal Blue' Abundant flowers of a rich lavender-blue appear in late summer into autumn and intermittently all year on this award winning shrub. Fast growing to 8-10 ft tall and wide with an open and upright habit. Striking, shiny foliage is 2+" long, finely toothed, and softer than many of the genus. A handsome addition to the garden in full sun and well-drained soil. Evergreen into the upper teens F, upper USDA zone 8, and frost hardy into upper USDA zone 7. $14 Rhamnaceae Ceanothus 'Tuxedo' tuxedo california lilac A lovely sport from Ireland of C. ‘Autumnal Blue' with nearly black foliage and the deepest blue flowers, making it one of the most unique forms yet. Its parentage includes summer rainfall C. americanus so, though accepting of drought, it is tolerant of summer garden water. Evergreen (well, black), long-lived, and exciting. To 4-5 ft eventually. Sun is best for deepest color, but holds up well in medium shade. Very good hedging or container plant. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Rhamnaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 38 Ceanothus caeruleus One of the deepest blue flowered….blue bushes. This collection, from the foothills of San Diego County in California, possesses shiny, rounded leaves to about 2" and eye-popping flowers in mid to late spring then occasionally throughout the year if conditions are not too austere. This is a plant for the West Coast as it seems to have little tolerance for extreme summer heat and humidity. And, oh…it’s not very hardy either… About 20F, bottom of USDA zone 9, should be its lower limit. However, it makes a beautiful container specimen as this 8 ft shrub can easily be trimmed back to encourage repeat flowering. Tolerant of summer garden water in coastal areas. $14 Rhamnaceae Ceanothus maritimus 'Popcorn' Low-growing California lilac, with typically small, leathery leaves but untypical white flowers in abundant, early spring clusters. This evergreen, mounding shrub, to 2-3 ft tall x 6 ft wide, makes a fine groundcover for banks or any sunny garden spot. Prefers well-drained soil and very little summer water once established. Cold hardy into the low teens F, bottom of USDA zone 8. $14 Rhamnaceae Ceanothus parryi 'Forest Blue' This Benton County, Oregon collection has pleasing medium blue flowers. The parent plant was upwards of 16 feet tall but only 4 feet wide in an understory situation with a strong central leader. A very good small specimen tree for street or garden. Full sun to medium shade with well drained, preferably not rich soil. Little summer water. USDA zone 7, possibly colder. $14 Rhamnaceae Ceanothus thyrsiflorus SBH 9139 blueblossom $14 Rhamnaceae Ceratostigma willmottianum 'Palmgold' desert skys plumbago A 2001 introduction from the United Kingdom's Palmstead Nursery, this golden foliaged, shrubby perennial is a winner with its soft blue flowers appearing like little jewels from late summer until frost. Reaches 1-2 ft tall and wide at maturity. Best in full sun in cool climates and part sun with protection from western sun in hottest areas. Needs little supplemental water in the summer once established. Remains evergreen to 25F, mid USDA zone 9, and frost hardy to mid zone 7 with winter mulch. Cut back in spring after new growth appears. $16 Plumbaginaceae Chaenomeles japonica 'Atsuya Hamada' maroon-red flowering quince A gorgeous quince with dark maroon-red, nearly black flowers, this from a wild collection by Pacific Northwest plantsman Roy Davidson on the slopes of Mount Fuji. Early spring bloom lasts over a long period and attracts lots of admiring attention - both insect and human. For full to half sun with regular summer water. These "must-have" plants can reach 10 ft tall or so x 5-6 ft wide. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5, and possibly colder. $18 Rosaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 39 Chaenomeles x superba 'Mandarin' coral-orange flowering quince One of our favorite quinces, a nearly spineless shrub, to only about 4 ft tall, possibly 5, with deep coral-orange flowers over a long season in winter and spring. We have planted ours with golden foliage plants such as Choisya ternata ‘Sundance’ for a dazzling winter effect, if we do say so ourselves. Excellent for cut flowers. Full sun to medium shade with at least occasional summer water to improve bud set. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6, possibly zone 5. $14 Rosaceae Chamaedorea microspadix $14 Arecaceae

Chamaedorea radicalis MEXICAN PARLOR PALM This little sweetheart thrives for us in the Portland area, weathering winters well and happy as a clam in half shade with consistent moisture. Single stems, but spreads by suckers. From our own collections in NE Mexico. Tops out at waist height. Mulch well. Zone 8 $18 Arecaceae Chasmatophyllum musculinum Yellow Mountain Mesemb, Yellow Extremely tough and easy to grow succulent groundcover that forms a tight mat of evergreen foliage and a long-blooming display of bright yellow flowers that open in the afternoon sun. Water regularly in summer but allow to dry out between. Needs little to no winter irrigation, so valuable as an attractive potted specimen planted in porous soil. Part sun to full sun, if acclimated. Frost hardy to -10 degrees. $11 Aizoaceae Cheilanthes argentea silver cloak fern This fragile looking fern, native to rocky outcrops in China and Japan, is far from a wimp. Drought tolerant, easy, and gorgeous with fronds that are glittering green above and a ghostly, silver-white below. Best in walls, rock gardens, or containers, anywhere excellent drainage can be provided. Drought tolerant once established and said to be deer resistant. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Adiantaceae Cheilanthes lindheimeri SBH 9545 Fairyswords $12 Pteridaceae Cheilanthes tomentosa wooly lip fern A fern for the sunny garden as long as the drainage is excellent. Native to the southern United States, this fern earns its common name, the foliage silver green on top with fuzzy white undersides. Very nice. Grows by underground rhizomes to only 8-12” tall. Takes part shade as well as sun in gritty soil with occasional summer water. Cold hardy to USDA zone 6. $12 Pteridaceae Cheilanthes wootonii SBH 9555.1 Beaded Lipfern $11 Adiantaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 40 Chionochloa flavescens broad-leaved sow tussock grass Lovely and graceful, New Zealand grass, arching with summer flowers in pale tassels that stand out against the finely textured, bright green leaves. Forms clumps to 30" tall x 40" wide in sun and well-drained soil. Can be cut back in mid season to refresh. This deciduous grass is drought tolerant, requiring little water once established, but accepting of summer water as well. Best in sun to part shade where soil is well-drained. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $9 Poaceae Chlorophytum 'Gold Nugget' gold nugget spider plant From the Drakensburgs of eastern South Africa and shared with us by plantsman Gary Hammer, this is essentially a dwarf, variegated, ground-covery spider plant -- with no macramé hangers needed. (Does anyone remember macramé?) Has been a wonderful addition to container plantings for us with its 6", light cream and green striped leaves and has been hardy in the ground, frosting back only when temperatures drop to 20F, USDA zone 9, though we would recommend a mulch with such temperatures. Even summer moisture; bright light to fairly deep shade. Decent drainage best. $9 Asparagaceae Choisya 'Aztec Pearl' mexican mock orange Wonderful, medium-sized, evergreen shrub, a cross between dryland species, C. ternata and C. arizonica, with handsome, narrow leaves and abundant, fragrant, white, orange-blossom-scented flowers in spring and summer. To 3-5 ft tall and wide, a useful and tough evergreen shrub for full sun to part shade, fertile, well- drained soil, and occasional summer water at least to establish. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. Also found as Choisya x dewitteana 'Aztec Pearl'. $12 Rutaceae Choisya 'Goldfingers' mexican mock orange Lovely, golden form of the Mexican orange, an evergreen shrub, to 6 ft tall or so and 4-5 ft wide, the narrow leaves pale yellow in new growth maturing to green, a bi-color contrast. Foliage is aromatic as well, emitting a spicy-sweet smell when brushed or crushed. Single white flowers are abundant in spring and often again in fall. Protection from the western sun is best in the hottest climates; otherwise full sun to part shade in well drained soil with some summer water. A great landscape plant, easy and rewarding. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Rutaceae Choisya 'Goldstone' mexican mock orange A Cistus introduction with the stoutness of C. mexicana and the fine feathery leaves of Choisya arizonica, the new leaves and stems emerging golden green and slowly aging to a handsome forest green. Evergreen, to 2.5 -3 ft tall with a mounding habit. Nickel-sized, sweetly fragrant, white flowers appear in spring and then again periodically until late fall. Best in dappled shade to full sun in decently drained soil and at least occasional summer water where dry. An excellent container plant. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Rutaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 41 Chrysanthemum x rubellum 'Clara Curtis' Terrific perennial for ground cover, garden accent, or pot specimen in full sun to light shade with regular summer water. Foliage is a very respectable blue-green that is completely covered in late summer/early autumn by profuse daisy-like flowers, wonderfully warm pink with yellow centers -- a pink everyone can love. Forms clumps 2-3 ft tall by 2 ft wide, spreading underground. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $11 Asteraceae Cissus striata RCH 393 miniature grape ivy A rich collection by plantsman Randall Hitchin from southern Chile in rocky areas in damp woodlands. A miniature Boston ivy in appearance, with reddish stems and 4” leaves crinkled with lighter veins, this most pleasing evergreen vine can grow to 10-15 ft if pushed. Wonderful for a wall or covering that old cyclone fence you’ve been meaning to get rid of. Also, a fine container component. Shade to full sun; some summer water in dry places for extra vigor. This collection should be fully frost hardy to 15F and resprout vigorously from 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Vitaceae Cistanthe grandiflora 'Bill Teague' Another form of C. grandiflora, the rosettes of blue-green leaves much bluer in this form given to us and named by Bart O'Brien's from garden in Pomona, California. To about 3 ft across, like the species, a small, succulent, branching shrubs, with cerise flowers on airy stems to 3 ft tall in spring and again in late summer . Best in sun and well-drained soil with little water required. Frost hardy into the mid 20s F, USDA zone 9b for outdoor planting, and a superb "temperennial" or container plant to winter indoors where temperatures dip lower. $9 Portulacaceae Cistus 'Bicolor Pink' small-flowered rock rose Handsome cistus with soft gray, evergreen foliage and picotee flowers of deep pink and white with yellow centers in abundance from mid spring to early summer. A perfect groundcover, forming a dense mat to only about a foot high x 3 ft wide. Enjoys full sun, lean soil, good drainage, and little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 5F, USDA zone 7b. $12 Cistaceae Cistus crispus rock rose Small and dense, evergreen shrub to only about 3 ft tall and wide with particularly attractive undulate leaves coated with fur ... yes (actually silky hairs) ... that create a jewel-like effect when moist. Spring flowers are large and dark pink with yellow centers, appearing in spring, lovely against the slightly olive-green foliage. For full sun, lean and well-drained soil, and little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Cistaceae Cistus ladanifer When we think of rockrose, this is the one that comes to mind: a 4 ft x 4 ft, evergreen shrub with sticky, scented, dark green leaves and huge white flowers marked in the center with crimson splotches. Easily trimmed to size after spring blooming period. Full sun, lean soil that drains well, and little summer water once established. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $12 Cistaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 42 Cistus ladanifer ssp. sulcatus rock rose Evergreen shrub, to 4-5 ft, with dark foliage deeply infused with labdanum, the wonderfully aromatic oil that either feels silky smooth to the touch or like a sticky fly paper depending on the light and temperature. To us, it’s real beauty lies in the spring clusters of flowers, white with burgundy blotches -- most attractive -- and ruffled, appearing almost as a semi-double rose. Summer drought tolerant in full sun with mineral soil, so little to no summer water once established. Frost hardy to 15F, mid USDA zone 8. $12 Cistaceae Cistus ladanifer var. sulcatus - Palhinhae Group Extremely large unspotted white flowers on this 3 ft very drought resistant shrub. Full sun, little or no summer water. Shear if needed, but not necessary. This is from wild collected seed: Turkey. Zone 7b $12 Cistaceae Cistus x dansereaui 'Portmeirion' rock rose Evergreen rock rose, a cross between C. ladanifer and C. inflatus, this selection being somewhat more diminutive than the species, clumping to 4 ft tall or so x 4 ft wide. Leaves are shiny green, and slightly sticky from the infusion of slightly aromatic labdanum oil from the C. ladanifer parent. Spring flowers are pure white and somewhat ruffled. An excellent choice for the dry garden in sun and good drainage. Summer drought tolerant once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Cistaceae Citrus aurantium var. myrtifolia bitter orange Very pretty, small compact shrub or small tree to 8-10 ft tall with small, indeed, myrtle-like leaves that are glossy green. Found as a bud mutation on old sour orange trees in Florida, these are thornless! Spring flowers are white and sweetly fragrant, producing small, bumpy skinned fruit, edible but sour. Full sun, rich soil, and summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zones 9-11 with a fighting chance in zone 8. $14 Rutaceae Citrus ichangensis ichang papeda Wonderful large shrub that can be pruned into a small tree, to 8-10 ft or more. Narrow, evergreen leaves and, believe it or not, attractive green branches and spines. Fragrant flowers produced in spring and summer become small orange ...uh... oranges that are a bit bitter for eating out of hand but fine made into juices in times of famine. Really, we grow it for the look. Sun to dappled shade. Has survived temperatures below 0F. We consider it frost hardy to 10F, the USDA zone 8 range, if water has been withheld in autumn for hardening. $12 Rutaceae Citrus medica [Variegated Fingered Citron] variegated fingered citron; buddha's This strange and wonderful citrus with many common names -- Buddha's hand, finger citron, etc. -- that refer to the large and odd, "fingered" fruit of only pith and skin, both edible and useful for culinary purposes. As well, the skin is very pleasantly fragrant, though the largish flowers are not. Many surprises. A small tree or shrub that can reach up to 15 ft, with thorny branches and shiny green, oval leaves, marked with white variegations in this form. Enjoys bright light with protection from the fiercest sun and regular water. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9. $15 Rutaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 43 Citrus reticulata 'Clementine de Nules' clementine The clementine orange, a mandarin variety, is particularly attractive because the fruit is produced in the winter months. And of the clementines, Clementine de Nules is one of the best with its sweet, juicy, and seedless red- orange fruit. Trees, with their long, densely held, pointed leaves, are vigorous but easily kept pruned to bush size. Best with plenty of sun and water. Though the trees themselves are somewhat drought tolerant, they produce better fruit if kept watered. Where temperatures dip below freezing, USDA zone 10, best protected in winter. $12 Rutaceae Clematis 'Southern Cross' A lovely evergreen hybrid, C. gentianoides x aristata, introduced from Australia in 1992 and also known as C. ‘Garden Surprise.’ Clamors a bit into a shrub or at the base of tree and makes a wonderful spiller or knitter with its evergreen leaves and fragrant, starry white flowers appearing in spring and often again in autumn. Enjoys even summer moisture in sun where its feet can be kept cool. Frost hardy to the low end of USDA zone 8 and possibly upper zone 7. Wonderful in containers. $15 Ranunculaceae Clematis afoliata Originally collected in the Canterbury foothills on the south island of New Zealand, this leafless clematis grows as a sprawling mound to 6 feet with bright green rush-like stems and creamy pale yellow flowers in late winter/early spring. Useful in sunny, open conditions where the mass bloom can be appreciated. Average water needs, though it can tolerate some drought. Zone 8. $11 Ranunculaceae Clematis cirrhosa var. balearica fern leaved clematis Vigorous, evergreen vine to 12-15 ft, native to the Balearic Islands and Corsica. Winter blooming, showing off from November to February in Oregon, the fragrant flowers are pale cream and flecked red inside. Leaves are deeply cut and tinted bronze -- just a bit. Sun to part shade in rich soil with good drainage and average summer water. Cold hardy to USDA zone 7. $14 Ranunculaceae Clematis fasciculiflora - silver marbled leaf form Unusual, lovely, and vigorous evergreen vine, to 15 ft or so, with fragrant, nodding white flowers in winter to early spring - the magical time for flowers. Leaves are striking, larger and more marbled in this form than in the species, to 1.5-2" long and leathery with silvery markings around the veins. Blooms on last years growth, so can be cut back and renewed after blooming. As with all clematis, sun for the foliage and cool shade for the roots. Well-drained soil and regular summer moisture as well. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Ranunculaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 44 Clematis tibetana var. vernayi It is hard to believe this strikingly architectural vine is a relative of the loved and maligned C. tangutica. Reaches to about 10 ft, with finely dissected leaves looking as if they have been cut from metal. From mid to late summer and into the fall, waxy, six-petalled, yellow flowers appear looking as if they have been cut from orange rind. These are followed by large, fluffy, white seed heads every bit as beautiful as the flowers. An easy grower in dappled shade to full sun. Drought tolerant once established. Frost hardy from 6F to near 0F, mid USDA zone 7. $16 Ranunculaceae Clematis x cartmanii 'Joe' Tough evergreen clematis, spectacularly floriferous with white, cup-shaped flowers that nearly hide the foliage in early spring. This cross between New Zealand species C. marmoraria and C. paniculata is a non- climber, to 5-6 ft tall, happy spilling its fern-like, cut foliage over walls or containers or tied upright to display the gorgeous flowers. Full sun with good drainage, regular summer water, and protection to keep the roots cool. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $15 Ranunculaceae Clerodendrum trichotomum 'Golden Glory' golden glorybower Though having much the same shape as the species, this slightly smaller cultivar, to 10-12 ft with umbrella form, has striking golden leaves often tinted orange when emerging and fading to spring green in mid to late season. Fragrant white flowers appear in mid to late summer followed by metallic blue, red-bracted fruit. A handsome addition to the garden in bright light for best color and at least occasional summer water where dry. Can colonize with root disturbance - a good or bad thing. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $18 Verbenaceae Clianthus puniceus lobster claw, parrot's beak Brilliant carmine-red, 3-4" flowers -- looking like, say, a lobster claw? a parrot's beak? certainly something exotic -- adorn this wonderful shrubby perennial in May and June. This New Zealand native reaches 4-8 ft tall and wide with arching, woody branches, dark green pinnate leaves and those fabulous flowers in early summer. Enjoys rich, well-drained soil in a warm, bright spot -- perhaps against a wall -- with regular summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, in a protected spot and evergreen above 20F, zone 9. $11 Fabaceae Colletia spinosissima 'Rosea' Upright shrub with very spiky, green spines on stems punctuated with tiny, deciduous leaves and adorned in spring with red flowers in our clone. Easily reaches 4-6 ft tall and, over time and, in the best conditions, can reach tree size, though easily kept smaller (with long handled pruners and tough gloves). A terrific barrier plant or hedge. Prefers sun and lean soil that is well-drained and preferably gritty. Drought tolerant once established but accepts and enjoys some summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Rhamnaceae Colocasia fallax The hardiest taro for Portand, this smaller version of Elephant Ears grows in moist, rich soil and can be left in the ground over winter. Irridescent blue-green leaves with a center sploch on 18” stems. Excellent in a container or as an addition to the moist garden. Zone 8 $7 Araceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 45 Coprosma 'Cappuccino' looking glass plant Handsome and interesting, evergreen shrub with tiny, glossy, red-mahogany colored leaves that become even darker in winter. To 4-6 ft tall x 2-3 ft wide with an upright growth habit and dense foliage that is easily trimmed and shaped into topiaries, formal hedges, or colorful, single garden specimens. Best in sun to light shade and tolerant of summer water though accepting of periods of drought once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $11 Rubiaceae Coprosma 'Cocoa Butter' A robust plant, to 4-5 ft tall with 2", glossy leaves of saffron yellow with coppery overtones, these shrubs are marvelous when placed with foliage in colors of olive to burgundy. Orange flowers stand out well against the foliage. Can be used as small hedge or screen plants or as specimens in mixed containers. Bright light for best foliage color and consistent moisture in any soil. This is one of the more tender coprosma selections, frost hardy only for brief periods into the upper teens F, USDA zone 8b. Well worth treating as a tender pot specimen in colder climates. $11 Rubiaceae Coprosma 'Cutie' australian mirror bush Newish release from New Zealand with small, particularly glossy, deep green leaves edged in black and marked with browns, all turning dark bronze in cooler weather. Perhaps more handsome than cute, but still rather small, to 2 ft tall x 3 ft wide, perfect for a protected spot in a small garden. Where temperatures regularly fall below 20F, best in a protected spot in full to part sun and well-drained soil with regular garden water. Reliably frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9, possibly 8b in perfect conditions. $11 Rubiaceae Coprosma 'Evening Star' Lovely evergreen shrub from New Zealand, growing to 3-4 ft eventually, the arching branches cloaked with small, shiny leaves colored in rich yellow through salmon to dark red. Great for containers or in the shrub border with adequate summer moisture and bright light. Frost hardy to 15F, mid USDA zone 8, in a protected site. $14 Rubiaceae Coprosma 'Fire Burst' Another exciting Coprosma variation, this time with green, cream, pink, and purple variegated foliage that turns fire red in fall. Height and width to 3-4 ft. Excellent in containers or used as a low hedge where the glossy foliage really shines and brightens the duller greens. Full sun to partial shade. Likes well-drained soil. Prune periodically to maintain flushed appearance. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8b. $11 Rubiaceae Coprosma 'Karo Red' A new introduction from New Zealand with a small texture but leaves of deep brick red, the same color as some of the better New Zealand flax (phormium) cultivars. Can grow eventually to about 5 ft but can also be easily pruned or shortened into small specimens or hedging. Great contrast of yellow flowers to foliage. Even summer moisture. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Rubiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 46 Coprosma 'Kiwi Gold' Yet another coprosma new to these parts, this diminutive form grows to only a couple of feet and mounds or weeps beautifully in the small garden or in containers. The 1/4" leaves are a spring-green streaked and edged lemon-yellow and seem to maintain their bright colors year-round. Good plant for the rock garden. Sun to part shade with even moisture. Frost hardy to the bottom of USDA zone 8. $14 Rubiaceae Coprosma 'Pacific Sunset' Wonderfully vibrant new coprosma with glossy, waved, deep coral-red leaves that turn dark purple-brown at their edges. Evergreen. Moderately fast-growing to 3' high and wide. Excellent container plant in sun or part shade. USDA zone 7. $12 Rubiaceae Coprosma 'Roys Red' Another coprosma for North America, this upright form makes a pleasingly pyramidal shrub, to about 4 ft, with foliage colored brick-red-toward-maroon and darkening in brighter light or with frost. An easy grower with better color in bright light and where summer temperatures are not excessively high. Low fertility enhances color as well. Even summer moisture and, again, bright light. Frost hardy to the bottom of USDA zone 8. $14 Rubiaceae Coprosma acerosa var. brunnea UBC 1155 opal berry Tangled, sprawling, ever-brown shrub from New Zealand, forming springy, weed-supressing mats to 1 ft thick - one of those New Zealand plants that looks dead but isn't. A striking spiller with the best color in full sun where soil is lean and the best growth in well-drained soil with occasional summer water. Insignificant flower are followed by brilliant blue berries, nice with the brownish foliage. Expand your color palette! Cold hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. (Also known as Coprosma brunnea and C. acerosa.) $12 Rubiaceae Coprosma aff. rhamnoides twiggy coprosma This collection from New Zealand’s South Island grows to 3 ft or so, replete with tiny divaricating branches and leaves to …oh, about a millimeter, all in a coppery, pink hue. Flowers are tiny as well, followed by interesting, almost violet berries in late summer. Particularly tough for a coprosma, withstanding temperatures of 10F with no damage … though who could tell on a copper-colored plant. Best with some summer water and bright light for best color. Makes a very good pot filler. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $10 Rubiaceae Coprosma repens 'Rainbow Surprise' willy wonka boxwood Choice, tender, evergreen shrub that's hardly green at all. Yellow margins are flushed pink on green leaves -- all the colors darkening in winter. It's like adding paprika to your container. To 5 ft x 3 ft over time. Flowers are insignificant. Best with protection from afternoon sun except in cool coastal climates. Well drained soil and occasional to regular summer water. Can be sheared. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9. $12 Rubiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 47 Coprosma rugosa needled leaved mountain coprosma Collected by the wonderful Pukerau Nursery near Dean Burn on New Zealand's South Island, these 4-6 ft, rather tightly divaricating shrubs have tiny coppery to nearly purple leaves and flowers that, though hardly visible to the naked eye, produce light violet, translucent fruit. Mmmmm! A very good specimen or hedge plant for sun to dappled shade with some summer water in dry climates. Frost hardy to below 10F, upper USDA zone 7, and an excellent, or at least interesting, pot specimen. $11 Rubiaceae Coprosma sp. 'Stinking Stream' How could we resist propagating a plant with such a ... lovely name, one that simply indicates the place from which it was collected on New Zealand's South Island. There is nothing odiferous about this divaricating shrub, to about 4-5 ft tall with tiny, narrow, rice-like, bronzy foliage, insignificant flowers, and faintly lavender, translucent fruit. Makes an architectural pot or garden specimen especially placed amongst plants with metallic colors - browns, black, silvers, rust, etc. Easy in the garden in sun for the best "dead" look and regular summer moisture. Frost hardy into the single digits F, upper zone 7. $9 Rubiaceae Coprosma x kirkii 'Goldstream' Another of a raft of wonderful new coprosmas making its way to us from the mad-cap scientists of New Zealand, this a small plant, under 1 ft in height, but spreading and weeping to make a superb, small-scale ground cover or filler with sheets of small, spring-green leaves centered gold. Sun to part shade with some summer water where dry, though tolerant of many garden conditions including some drought once established. Also a very good container plant. Frost hardy to 10F or so, USDA zone 8. Can be used as a summer annual in cold climates or “pull-in” plant. $12 Rubiaceae Cornus alba 'Hessei' tartarian dogwood An ornamental, deciduous dogwood that is perfect for the small garden, growing to only 6-8 ft tall x 8-10 ft wide, with multiple, upright branches, the stems bright yellow in winter. Late spring flowers are white in flat clusters, producing white fruit in fall, both lovely against the curly, densely held, dark green leaves. Cut back in early spring for new growth in the best winter color. Makes a useful small hedge or screen. Very adaptable, enjoying sun -- except in the hottest climates -- to part shade and regular summer water. Frost hardy to -50F, USDA zone 2. $16 Cornaceae Cornus capitata 'Mountain Moon' chinese evergreen dogwood An extremely high elevation collection of this exciting broad-leaved evergreen, Chinese dogwood, to 20 ft or so moderately fast. Pure white flower bracts, large, 6" or more in diameter, and abundant in late spring, are followed by showy, somewhat edible, red fruit. Best in full to half sun with average summer water. From the mountains of Bhutan, introduced by Piroche Plants in 1992, these are frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $18 Cornaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 48 Cornus mas 'Aurea' cornelian cherry dogwood Cornelian cherry with golden foliage and, in late winter, yellow flowers adorning bare stems. Very golden, indeed. his small deciduous tree, to 15 ft tall and wide, also produces red, edible, cherry-like fruit in late summer, striking against the bright foliage. Accepts sun to part shade with the leaves remaining more yellow in brighter light. Regular summer water for best appearance. Frost hardy to at least -20F, USDA zone 5. $16 Cornaceae Cornus sanguinea 'Compressa' dwarf bloodwood dogwood "Interesting", "unique", "strange", "tough", and "distinct" are all words used to describe this red twig dogwood, a very upright and narrow, dedicuous shrub, possibly reaching 6-8 ft x 3-4 ft wide. The leaves are wrinkled, veiny, curly and densely held on the stems, a textured addition to the garden, while the crowded, upright stems offer bright red, winter interest. Sun to part shade with regular summer water is best. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cornaceae Corokia 'Tutti Frutti' Stunning corokia, evergreen, with foliage colored a mixture of orange, bronze, and yellow! Especially cheerful in spring when little yellow flowers appear, later turning into bright orange berries that feed the birds. Reaches 4-5 ft tall and wide, perfect for a single specimen to brighten a shade spot or as a hedge that could be sheared as well. Best in half shade with good drainage and regular summer water. Frost hardy in upper teens F, USDA zone 8 in a protected spot with mulch. $12 Argophyllaceae Corokia cotoneaster - Devil's Staircase Evergreen, divaricating shrub from New Zealand. This strain was collected from rocky areas in Devil's Staircase, New Zealand. Silver gray stems with tiny leaves and, in spring, tiny, fragrant, yellow flowers. To 8 ft x 8 ft in time. Full sun to part shade with good drainage and summer water. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8. $12 Argophyllaceae Corokia cotoneaster 'Antons Dwarf' wire netting bush A dwarf version of the species, this evergreen, divaricating shrub from New Zealand matures at only 2-3 ft tall or so with delightfully attractive, tangled twiggy growth. Like the species, stems are silver gray with teeny tiny leaves and, in spring, tiny, fragrant yellow flowers. Full sun to part shade with good drainage and summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. Excellent in a container or at the front of a bed. $14 Argophyllaceae Coronilla valentina ssp. glauca 'Citrina' Evergreen Mediterranean shrub in the pea family growing to 3 ft and spreading even wider. Frilly, dissected blue-green leaves make a lovely texture. The fragrant flowers are somewhat paler in this hybrid, but equally floriferous throughout the early spring and into summer. Enjoys sun, good drainage, and a bit of summer water, though quite drought tolerant. Lean conditions for compactness. Easily trimmed to shape. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8. $12 Fabaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 49 Correa 'Dusky Bells' australian fuchsia This old standby of the Australian fuchsias (actually in the citrus family) has been available but scarce on the West Coast for many years. Shrubs to 4 ft with small rounded leaves and nearly brick-red bell flowers, blooming profusely from mid autumn through winter and occasionally in summer, preferring soil that is not rich and summer water that is only occasional in any exposure but the deepest shade. Though most at home in coastal gardens, we find it makes an indispensable container plant – think winter flowers on the front porch -- having been damaged in our garden only twice when temperatures dipped below 20F. Frost hardy in uppermost USDA zone 8 in the ground. $14 Rutaceae Cortaderia fulvida mountain toetoe grass Particularly handsome, smaller toetoe to 4 ft x 4 ft, a New Zealand grass closely related to pampas grass. Flowers are tawny white plumes, feathery and slightly arching, appearing in July and August, earlier than the pampas forms, and standing up to 7 ft tall. Broad, grassy, arching leaves, somewhat more refined than other toetoe forms, develop substantial clumps, or tussocks, in sun to part shade. Best in well-drained soil with regular summer moisture but tolerant of some summer drought. Said to be deer resistant. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Poaceae Cortaderia selloana 'Gold Band' gold band pampas grass This may be the perfect pampas grass. It is handsome with gold bands along the leaf edges that sparkle in the sun and set off the white, late summer plumes that stand upright above the showy foliage, rising up to 10 ft tall. A slow grower, this form clumps to 3-6 ft wide by 6-10 ft tall but remains within bounds as they are seedless and can't reproduce. Perfectly happy in full sun with no summer water once established, 'Gold Band' is a happy plant for the dry border or in containers. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Poaceae Cortaderia toetoe toetoe grass Large New Zealand grass, from the group of handsome, tussock-forming grasses known commonly as toetoes, this species found in swamps and wet areas on the North Island of Tauranga. Like the related pampas grasses, flowers appear in white plumes on nearly erect spikes that stand above the arching, narrow-leaved, tooth- edged foliage, but flowering time is earlier, from late spring to mid summer. Plants are large in this form, 6-9 ft tall x 4-8 ft wide and perform well in the garden in full sun. These plants enjoy summer moisture but tolerate some summer drought. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Poaceae Cotoneaster microphyllus var. thymifolius dwarf rock spray A dwarf species, perfect for the Mediterranean garden, remaining under 3 ft high x 3-5 ft wide with fine- textured, evergreen leaves, under 1/4", enveloped in silver-gray as are the young stems. Small scarlet berries develop from small white flowers and adorn the densely cloaked branches in fall through midwinter. Summer drought-loving though content in a well-watered garden provided sharp drainage. Cold hard to -20F, USDA zone 5. $12 Rosaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 50 Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga Architectural South African succulent with chalky, finger-like leaves and light orange flowers that hang down from short stalks that rise from the middle of the leaves. Plant in full sun to light shade in well-drained soil. Keep away from livestock as plants can be deadly to grazing animals such as sheep and goats. Drought- tolerant. Cold hardy to 15-20 degrees. $9 Crassulaceae Cotyledon orbiculata var. orbiculata - very white $9 Crassulaceae Crassula 'Baby Necklace' Sweet little succulent with puffy leaves, green with red edges, stacked on thin stems, indeed like beads on a baby's necklace. To only 6-12" tall forming clumps of upright stems to 9-12" wide adorned with small white flowers in late spring to early summer. A cross between C. rupestris and C. perforata, these do best in well- drained soil in bright light with protection from the hottest, midday sun. Should dry out some between waterings and never be allowed to sit in water. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9. A happy container plant where temperatures are lower. $9 Crassulaceae Crassula 'Bluebird' Also known as Crassula arborescens ssp. undulatifolia and C. arborescens ssp. undulatifolia 'Bluebird', this succulent shrub has thick, twisted, blue-gray leaves on a many branched plant to 2-3 ft tall and wide. Very striking especially in winter when rounded clusters of white star flowers appear in abundance. Evergreen and sturdy in sun to part shade with little water needed. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9 and a good container plant for the indoor / outdoor life where temperatures dip lower. $8 Crassulaceae Crassula 'Hobbit' baby jade Not unlike heroic hobbit Frodo Baggins, this form of baby jade is a bit shorter and stouter than the others, and certainly a curiosity piece, producing compact, shiny, succulent leaves shaped a bit like miniature elephant trunks. Eventually to 3 ft tall and nearly as wide, forming a succulent trunk with age -- but takes many years to get there. Best as container specimen as they are only frost hardy into the upper 20's F, upper USDA zone 9. Makes a good houseplant. $7 Crassulaceae Crassula arborescens silver dollar plant Striking, red-edged, silver-blue-gray leaves, to 3" long, cluster on thick and fleshy, branching stems to 3 ft tall and possibly taller on this outstanding succulent from South Africa. Though shy to flower, plants can produce pinkish white, star flowers. Effective pruning can produce a charming bonsai or protect against breakage. Bright light is best with lean soil that drains well and water only when soil is dry. Frost hardy to 25F, perhaps a bit lower, USDA zone 9b, and a handsome container plant. $8 Crassulaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 51 Crassula corymbulosa shark's tooth crassula Small succulent from South Africa, to 6-10" tall x 12-20" wide, with medium green, triangular leaves overlapping in stacked, pagoda-like rosettes that add red tones in the sun and produce small white flowers at the top before dropping its leaves to produce more plants. Full sun for best leaf color. Very drought tolerant once established and frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9. Excellent in pots or hanging baskets. Tres retro! $10 Crassulaceae Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset' golden jade plant Shrubby jade plant, this with leaves flushed and margined with golden yellow and copper-red along the margins. This one is a little smaller, denser, and more compact than the species, reaching only 2-3 ft high. Fine in bright light or dappled shade with little water necessary. Does not tolerate frost so best in containers to be moved indoors when weather becomes cold. Frost hardy to 30F, USDA zone 10. $8 Crassulaceae Crassula ovata 'Tricolor' variegated jade plant Variegated jade plant, the dark green, succulent leaves decorated with creamy white irregular markings. A lovely shrub and slow-growing, reaching only 1 ft tall in several years, in bright light or part shade. Very drought tolerant, needing only occasional water in summer and almost none in winter unless grown in container and requiring a bit more frequent attention. A fine succulent shrub outdoors where temperatures don't drop below freezing, USDA zone 10. Otherwise a happy container plant spending at least the winter months indoors in bright light. $10 Crassulaceae Crassula perforata 'Variegata' string-of-buttons Native to South Africa, this succulent looks like stacks of star-shaped, succulent buttons on stems growing slowly up to 2 ft tall in clumps to 3 ft wide. New leaves are variegated -- appearing yellow with a central blue green stripe and red along the edges -- and very sweet. Older leaves darken to blue green. Best in full sun to part shade always in a soil mix for good drainage. Water regularly in summer when soil is dry and less often in winter. Only frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9, so best as a house plant or indoors for the winter. $10 Crassulaceae Crassula pruinosa Dense succulent from South Africa's Eastern Cape with gray-green leaves and striking reddish stems that eventually forms a nice 12-18" shrublet. Flowers small white clusters of flowers in summer, somewhat inconspicuously. Excellent container specimen, either alone or with friends. Full sun, low water. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8. $7 Crassulaceae Crassula pubescens ssp. radicans 'Large Red' This dense-growing succulent is a relative of the familiar Jade Plant. Growing to less than a foot high with plump leaves that give an overall appearance of a succulent leafy carpet. Very easy and adaptable, accepting drought with an occasional drink of water for optimal health. The plant takes on a lovely red glow if grown in full sun. Treat as a seasonal interest plant with the option of bringing it in for the winter as a houseplant. Frost hardy to 25F USDA zone 9b. $9 Crassulaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 52 Cupressus arizonica var. glabra blue arizona cypress Sparkly cypress with frosted blue foliage and smooth, gray bark. Useful and beautiful in the dry garden as a striking accent, background, or hedge. To 15 ft tall x 6-8 ft wide in bright sun with good air circulation, well- drained soil, and very little supplemental water in summer once established. Forms deeper and more stable root structures in dryer conditions. Very frost hardy, to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Cupressaceae Cupressus bakeri RCH 564 $12 Cupressaceae Cupressus lusitanica mexican cypress A most attractive, upright, cypress from our collection of NW Mexico's Nuevo Leon. Eventually, upwards of 40-50', but 20-30' in more reasonable time with only 15-20' spread, eventually broadening. These with a pleasing, blue-green foliage. Moderately fast growing if given supplemental irrigation in Mediterranean climates. Long-lived for a cypress. Best in full sun with at least moderate drainage. USDA zone 7. $18 Cupressaceae Cupressus pygmaea mendocino cypress From the high barren region on the coast of Mendocino county, this species is distinguished from its close relative, C. goveniana, by its thin black seeds. The species name is a bit of a misnomer in that these plants will only be pygmies in very poor soil; otherwise they should eventually grow to over 50 feet high. Full sun and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $15 Cupressaceae Cupressus sargentii sargent cypress California endemic found in yellow pine forests and chaparral and serpentine communities. This adaptable cypress grows slowly in dry environments, reaching 12-15 ft tall over time, and more quickly where water is more plentiful, reaching a possible 50 ft tall -- a handsome evergreen tree of any size with layered branches and gray bark. Prefers lean, well-drained soil but tolerates a wide range of soils; also tolerates summer drought and accepts occasional summer water. Best in full sun and frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7 with reports of tolerance into zone 6. $14 Cupressaceae Cylindropuntia kleiniae - Colorado purple clone candle cholla A 4-5 ft shrub with occasional long golden spines on narrow stems, purple flowers, and abundant orange red fruit in autumn, this form shared with us by Marianne Heacock from her Denver Garden many years ago. Plants have performed very well for us both in our garden and at a desert house in eastern Oregon. Makes an excellent container or garden plant for full sun and well-drained soil. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $12 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 53 Cymbidium sinense - Yucca Do Clone Native from Queensland, Australia to Japan, a slowly spreading perennial, to 12-18" tall, with green, strappy leaves from a pseudo bulb. Yellow and green flowers often have a maroonish blush at the base and always the intense fragrance of lemons in late winter to mid spring, occasionally in autumn. This vigorous garden clone shared with us years ago by the great Yucca Do Nursery. For damp but well-drained light shade. Frost hardy to brief periods in upper USDA zone 7. However, we recommend protection during long periods below 15 to 20 F, mid to upper zone 8. Superb pot plant to bring indoors while in flower. $22 Orchidaceae Cypella coelestis goblet flower Semi-evergreen, iris relative, with fabulous, 3-petalled blue flowers with yellow markings from July to September. A clumping plant, to 2-3 ft tall, with blue-green leaves in a fan shape. These are native to Argentina and like full sun and rich well-drained soil. Accepting of some summer drought but better with occasional deep watering. Frost hardy to 5F, upper USDA zone 7. Once known as Tigridia coelestis & Phalocallis coelestis $9 Iridaceae Cypella peruviana goblet flower Any cypella is delicious but this one from Peru is stunning, the three petals a deep golden yellow with red and purple markings in the center. A summer blooming bulb on stems to 18-24" tall, each flower lasts only one day but by carefully trimming the seed pods the blooming period can be extended. Requiring regular water in summer, these like to be dry in their winter dormancy, so well-drained soil is must or pot culture in full to part sun. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8 if winter dry. Hesperoxiphion peruvianum is a synonym and becoming a widely accepted name for this plant, lovely by any name. $14 Iridaceae Cyrtanthus breviflorus - bright yellow A robust form from the Drakensburg Mountains of South Africa, collected by plantsman Panayoti Kelaidis, with strap-like leaves emerging in spring followed by yellow trumpets that first look a bit like daffodils. Best in bright conditions and well-drained but summer-damp soil. Frost hardy to at least 0 and 10F, USDA zone 7. Have proven hardy in the ground in Colorada. Stunning pot specimen. $14 Amaryllidaceae Cyrtomium falcatum 'Rochfordianum' japanese holly fern Leaves are dark green and glossy on this cultivar, to 2 ft tall, forming 2-3 ft, vase-shaped clumps of nearly erect, evergreen fronds. Handsome in part to full shade planted in rich, well-drained soil that is watered regularly in summer. Mulch to maintain consistent moisture. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. A fine and frost hardy container specimen. $12 Dryopteridaceae Cyrtomium fortunei - Cl 5 japanese holly fern Evergreen and very cold hardy holly fern for loamy soils in part shade to shade. Very choice, reaches to 30" tall over time, growing quickly into large, handsome colonies that can easily be used as neat and formal- looking groundcover. Likes rich and moist soil but once established tolerates dry conditions. Evergreen when temperatures remain above 15F, and cold hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Dryopteridaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 54 Dahlia 'Moonfire' Soft yellow flowers with a vermillion center on this dark foliaged hardy dahlia. Plant in full sun for best color. Dazzling in a container or as an accent in your otherwise staid suburban landscape. No need to lift. To 3 feet tall. Zone 8 $14 Asteraceae Dahlia merckii Denizen of cool damp Mexican highlands, the beautifully dissected leaves make a wonderful background for the 3" light pink flowers produced late spring until frost. One of the hardier dahlias, probably reliable in USDA zone 7, maybe colder with mulch. Also tolerant of dappled shade but requires even moisture for continual flowering. $14 Asteraceae Daphne 'Briggs Moonlight' A chance discovery found at Briggs Nursery. This eye-catching Daphne has variegated creamy yellow and green leaves and early spring pink flowers. The fragrance is delicious and can perfume an entire space. Best sighted out of the hottest sun. Some summer water. Deciduous. Grows 3.5ft x 3.5ft. Hardy to USDA zone 7 $16 Thymelaeaceae Daphne 'Lawrence Crocker' Spontaneous seedling, found among the cyclamen carpets in the garden of Siskiyou Rare Plants’ early owner in Medford, OR. Nearly year-round blooming with heavy-scented pink flowers. 2-3 ft evergreen shrub. Full to part sun; adequate moisture. Truly a choice shrub; adaptable to cultivation. Cold hardy in USDA zones 6 -9. $16 Thymelaeaceae Daphne bholua 'Darjeeling' paper daphne From a species native to eastern Himalayas, this is a particularly frost hardy cultivar, evergreen and upright to 4 ft wide and up to 10 ft tall in the best conditions. In winter and spring deep pink buds open to sweetly scented white-tinged-pink flowers followed by drupes that ripen to black. Grow in part shade with regular summer water. They are known as paper daphnes where paper and ropes were once made from their bark. Frost hardy in USDA zones 7-10. $22 Thymelaeaceae Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata Alba' white winter daphne Evergreen shrub, to 5 ft tall and wide, with mid-green leaves edged in creamy yellow. Handsome year round and especially lovely with its combination of pink bud and fragrant globes of star-shaped white flowers from midwinter into spring. Hardier and easier to grown than the species in sun to part shade, well-drained soil and summer moisture. Native to China and Japan and cold hardy to USDA zone 8. $11 Thymelaeaceae Daphne odora 'Marginata' Flowering in late winter with very fragrant pink flowers that open from magenta buds, this is a dense mounding shrub, to 4 x 4 ft, with nicely variegated evergreen foliage. Good for late winter cheer! Sun, good drainage, and summer water. Cold hardy to USDA zone 7. $12 Thymelaeaceae Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 55 Daphne tangutica - Retusa Group An old fashioned garden plant that should still be used today with dense, 3-4 ft mounds of 1" narrow green foliage with light pink flowers, mostly in spring but happily popping up at almost any other time of the year if temperatures are not freezing. As well, orangey-red berries are produced on happy plants, adding to its fall and winter interest. Like other Daphnes, free drainage, bright light to dappled shade, occasional summer water, though this one is pretty drought tolerant, and little soil disturbance. Cold hardy to USDA zone 6. $16 Thymelaeaceae Daphne x transatlantica 'Alba Everblooming' everblooming daphne This white flowered form of the nearly everblooming daphne is easy and satisfying to grow. Dusky blue leaves are evergreen, a fine background for the intensely fragrant flowers blooming in all but the coldest months. Yellow fruit that turns red adds extra color. Easy in full to part sun with regular summer water. 3ft tall and 4-5ft wide though easily kept smaller. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5. $16 Thymelaeaceae Daphniphyllum macropodum false daphne Amazing and handsome large shrub from China, Korea, and Japan with red petioles bearing long, dark green leaves, to 6-10" long x 1-3" wide, arranged like whorls on the branch ends, the new growth emerging above, pale and flushed with pink. Flowers are inconspicuous. This multi-stemmed shrub can reach 12-15 ft tall and wide - possibly taller, growing slowly until well established in bright shade to shade, where soil is rich and water is regular. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Daphniphyllaceae Dasylirion texanum texas sotol As the name would imply, this gem of a garden plant is native to west and southern Texas into Mexico and is one of the hardiest of the lot. Deep green rosettes, with small backward pointing spines and attractive golden filifers at the ends of the leaves, eventually form small trunks but are attractive as focal points or repeated rosettes in the garden. As denizens of the southern Great Plains, they love a thunderstorm or two in the summer and don't mind being dry in the winter, though they are tolerant of moisture. Sun to dappled shade, the main problem with dappled shade being dead leaves, not fun to pull out of the center of the plant -- your arm could get stuck that way, as my dad used to say about forbidden things. Reports tell us of frost tolerance up to -20F, USDA zone 5. Wow! Also great container plants. $16 Liliaceae Decumaria barbara SBH 7320 woodvamp Our collection of this lovely, climbing hydrangea relative from east central Georgia (also a newly charted, very northern habitat of the needle palm, Rhapidophyllum hystrix). These most attractive vines make an evergreen groundcover or a dense, clinging vine for tree or trellis, flowering only after they have climbed a year or two with white lace caps held horizontally against the foliage. Enjoys summer water in sun or shade, flowering more heavily in sun. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 6, probably zone 5. $15 Hydrangeaceae Deilanthe peersii $7 Agavaceae/Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 56 Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' A new and exciting ice plant found at 6000 ft in South Africa's East Cape and shared with us by Panayoti Kelaidis of the Denver Botanic Garden. It's the flowers that stop people in their tracks, opening in late spring to early summer, the daisy-like flowers with a white eye and orange petals that mature to bright magenta towards the center. Stunning covering a 2" tall x 2 ft wide mat or succulent evergreen leaves. A terrific groundcover for sun and little summer water once established. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $6 Aizoaceae Delosperma congestum 'Gold Nugget' ice plant We found this ice plant growing at 10,000 ft elevation just east of Sani Pass on the border of South Africa and Lesotho, forming a dense growing cushion of only 1" tall by 10" wide, with stunning yellow flowers. These have become popular in the mountain states (think Denver) for their extreme cold hardiness (-20F) when soil is well drained. Tough and pretty in the sun. Frost hardy to -20F, the bottom of USDA zone 5. $7 Aizoaceae Delosperma nubigenum 'Basutoland' basultoland yellow ice plant An easy and cold hardy ground-covering succulent selected by the Berkeley Botanic Garden, to only 6" tall forming clumps to 2 ft wide that trail over walls or containers or create an colorful mat, the evergreen leaves turning red in winter. Summer flowers are bright yellow daisys nearly covering the plant from late spring into summer. Sun to part shade is best in very well-drained soil with at least occasional summer water once established. Surprisingly frost hardy, accepting temperatures below 0F into USDA zone 6. $7 Aizoaceae Delosperma sanguinea 'Kirstenbosch' Another hardy South African ice plant, this to only 2-3" tall spreading to 18" or more per season, with narrow leaves and stems of soft blue-gray with overlying burgundy tones in cold weather. The flowers are somewhere between crimson and plum appearing from late spring to mid-autumn and accenting the foliage beautifully. Seems an easy grower in poor soil and bright light. Summer water greatly speeds growth. We have this in several stock plantings in mixed containers - a lovely sight. Reported frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5; we'll go with upper zone 6 or zone 7 especially in places receiving winter wet. $9 Aizoaceae Delosperma sp. - red flowers Tough and wildly floriferous succulent, to 4" tall with rounded, 2", succulent, blue leaves and, from May to frost, yellow-centered, red, daisy-like flowers covering the low-growing foliage that can spread up to 1.5-2 ft, making a good groundcover that is very cheerful in flower. Easy in full sun and lean, well-drained soil with little summer water. Frost hardy t0 -10, USDA zone 6 and possibly lower. $7 Aizoaceae Delosperma sp. 'Naudy's Nek' From the South African location of the same name, this wild collection is a hardy compact grower, only a couple of inches in height, spreading 2-3'. The dense spring-green leaves support an abundance of nearly purple flowers over a long period from mid-spring though any first frost of autumn. At home in any sunny, well-drained soil or container. Another very hardy selection, to USDA zone 5. $9 Aizoaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 57 Dendropanax sp. EDHCH 97321 This collection in southern China by Eric Hammond exhibits characteristics of both Metapanax davidii and the genus Nothopanax -- basically any panax is good. This a glossy green shrub to small tree with thrice divided leaves in youth becoming single or double in age and forming an endearing, small, umbrella-shaped evergreen specimen that adds greatly to any lush tropical-leaning garden. White sputniky flowers followed by blue-black berries in fall. Lovers of shade to morning sun, and preferring consistently moist conditions. So far has proven frost hardy in the east into USDA zone 7 and has performed admirably on both left and right coasts. $16 Araliaceae Dendropanax trifidus Another marvelous ivy-on-a stick, this plant -- having had a presence in collector's gardens in the southeast and on the West Coast, then nearly disappearing in cultivation -- is back! Shiny, three-lobed, glossy green, evergreen leaves of about 6" adorn this narrow, umbrella shaped, small tree, eventually to 10-15 ft. A lover of shade to dappled sun, these seem fine in full sun if provided consistent moisture. A great plant for tropical effect in the garden. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $16 Araliaceae Dendroseris macrophylla $11 Asteraceae Deuterocohnia brevifolia Evergreen mounding succulent, the small, 1-2", rosettes forming a low mound up to 3 ft in diameter. Leaves are bluish green with a few spines on the margins; flowers are yellow-green, appearing in early winter. They prefer bright light - full sun or, in the hottest places, light shade -- and well-drained soil. Though drought tolerant, growth is better with summer water. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 9. Previously known as Abromeitiella brevifolia. $15 Bromeliaceae Dichroa febrifuga 'UBC' evergreen chinese hydrangea Possibly the most exquisite form yet of this delightful genus, shared with us by the University of British Columbia Botanical Garden, one of the best public gardens in North America. This southern Chinese collection grows only to about 3 ft with 3-4" leaves lightly encased by silver hairs. The generous clusters of fertile blue flowers produce pea sized clusters of cobalt colored fruit in fall through spring, held exquisitely above the foliage. Another plant for shade - or at least protection from hot afternoon sun - with even moisture. It has withstood about ("aboot") 0F, USDA zone 7, at UBC in their protected woodlands. $14 Hydrangeaceae Dichroa sp. - dwarf dwarf evergreen chinese hydrangea Dwarf and evergreen, hydrangea relative, adorned with clusters of sky-blue flowers in late summer followed by metallic turquoise berries that linger through winter. This selection stays under 2 ft tall and slightly wider, perfect for the small garden. Best in part sun with adequate water and happy in a container as well. Frost hardiness to 10F, USDA zone 8, is enhanced by planting in a protected spot, out of wind and perhaps with overhead protection. $12 Hydrangeaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 58 Dierama pendulum This showy, underused South African grassy perennial has arching 4 ft flower stalks from which pendulous blooms hang. Flowers are magenta-pink. The foliage grows 4-6 ft tall. Grow in full sun with some summer water. Although evergreen, very hard freezes can knock it to the ground- but it will then emerge from its underground corms. USDA zone 7. $12 Iridaceae Dierama pulcherrimum angel’s fishing rod Lovely South African irid with nearly evergreen foliage appearing as a delicate grass, to 18” tall, with 4–6 ft wands bearing pleasing, often salmon-pink flowers at the ends. Each stem produces flowers for several weeks to several months, depending on the season, adding wonderful movement to any garden as they sway in the breeze. Given their wild habitat in damp meadows and near seeps, occasional deep irrigation in the summer is beneficial. These collections become deciduous below 10F, USDA zone 8, but should be quite frost hardy in zone 6 with a bit of mulch. $12 Iridaceae Disporopsis jinfushanensis dwarf evergreen soloman’s seal Another of the small group of evergreen Solomon seals for the woodland garden, this one apparently closely related to D. fuscopicta, keeping many of its characteristics -- e.g., unbranched stalks and shiny, rounded leaflets with prominent veins -- but in smaller dimensions. Mid-spring flowers also emerge soft white and age to chartreuse. To only 6" tall or so and slowly spreading to create dense patches in shade to part shade with rich soil and regular summer moisture. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $15 Liliaceae Disporopsis pernyi 'Bill Baker' evergreen solomon's seal Neatly compact, evergreen solomon's seal, spreading into clusters of dark green stems to only 18" tall with shiny green, 5" leaves and, in late spring to early summer, tiny white, sweetly aromatic bell-flowers hanging from the leaf undersides. A perfect size to fit under larger shrubs or small trees in the shaded garden or set amongst ferns. Drought tolerant once established but enjoys summer water especially in very dry periods. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Liliaceae Disporopsis sp. - giant $14 Liliaceae Disporum cantoniense 'Golden Temple' chinese fairy bells A still somewhat new and always lovely form of the Chinese fairybell, this with wide, deep gold centers in the green leaves, brightening any shady spot. Given to us by Ted Stephens of Nurseries Carolinianas and one of the prettiest selections so far. To only 30" tall, these have typical white, bell flowers in early summer followed by purple-black fruit. Rich, moist soil in light shade is best with regular summer water. Evergreen above 0F, USDA zone 7 and root hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $12 Liliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 59 Dodonaea viscosa 'Purpurea' purple hop bush This red/purple-leaved Australian hop-shrub is an excellent seasonal foliage plant, reaching 3 ft in a season and up to 10-12 ft eventually. Sticky foliage glistens in full sun where it’s happiest with well-drained soil and occasional summer water. Try backlit or in a container. Frost hardy to 18F, upper USDA zone 8, brief spells; otherwise, zone 9 or treat as an annual or pot plant. $12 Sapindaceae Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette' variegated tasmanian pepperwood An exquisite variegated form of the Tasmanian pepperwood, the foliage marbled cream and yellow throughout, the yellow variegation becoming even more striking against the red stems as plants mature. I first observed this form, still unnamed, at an exhibition in London by Bluebell Nursery. They sent us their first propagation with the only caveat that it be named after it's discoverer ... and here it is. Though requiring the same conditions as the species -- sun to part shade with regular garden water and protection from drying winds -- this garden seedling, now about 8 ft in our garden, is, luckily, from hardy stock and, so far undamaged by a windy 20F. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $17 Winteraceae Drimys winteri var. andina Oooh! The smallest of the D. winteri complex (and one does develop a complex trying to decipher the different subspecies), This collection from southern Chile at snowy elevations develops into a 4-5 ft shrub with 3", nearly succulent leaves with reflective powder blue undersides. Creamy white flowers, 3/4", with the fragrance of honey arrive in clusters, appearing always in spring but in Portland also sporadically throughout the year. These prefer a little overhead protection or dappled shade in hot climates or full sun along the cool coast. Tricky in the US Southeast. The frost hardiest of the forms, to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Winteraceae Drimys winteri var. chilensis chilean winter bark Gorgeous aromatic tree from Mexico, Chile and Argentina, with lance-shaped, lustrous leaves, green above and a stunning pale blue-white beneath. Smaller than the species, reaching 10-15 ft, rarely to 25 ft. Flowers are fragrant, creamy white, in umbels of up to 20 blossoms, in spring to early summer. Plant in sun to part sun with shelter from wind and provide regular moisture. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zones 8. $14 Winteraceae Drimys winteri var. chilensis - silver-leaved clone chilean winter bark Another delicious form of this gorgeous aromatic tree from Mexico, Chile and Argentina, this clone with stunningly white undersides on the otherwise typical, lance-shaped, lustrous green leaves. Very unusual and striking. Smaller than the species, as are others in the variety chilensis, reaching 10-15 ft, rarely to 25 ft. Flowers are fragrant, creamy white, in umbels of up to 20 blossoms, in spring to early summer. Plant in sun to part sun with shelter from wind, provide regular moisture, and sit back to enjoy. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zones 8. $14 Winteraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 60 Dryopteris pseudofilix-mas mexican male fern Handsome, vase-shaped fern found in Mexico's high, alpine forests, in clumps to 4 ft tall and wide that produce sturdy, upright fronds throughout the growing season, an unusual habit in this genus. Prefers a sheltered location in part to full shade, and rich, hummusy soil with consistent moisture for best appearance. Cutting back old fronds in late winter allows for a fresh new appearance in spring. Evergreen in warmer zones and frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $11 Dryopteridaceae Dryopteris pulcherrima A way excellent wood fern from China that is perfect for small, shady gardens. Grows 18-24" tall in rich soil. New shoots are a handsome, light green and sit floating above older, deeper green fronds. In general, this fern looks nice and compact year-round and can tolerate dry summers and wet winters. Hardy to 0 degrees: USDA zone 7 $11 Dryopteridaceae Dudleya cymosa - Downieville, CA canyon live-forever From a genus found west of the mountains from Baja to Oregon from 500 to 8000 ft., this attractive "liveforever", collected at nearly 7000 ft in California's upper Yuba Canyon, has rosettes to 5" of purple-gray leaves and, in spring, particularly large reddish flowers atop tall, red stems. Wonderful rock garden plant or pot specimen for VERY well-drained soil, a bit of summer water, and dry winters. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, lower if kept winter dry, e.g. in a moveable pot. $9 Crassulaceae Dudleya cymosa ssp. paniculata - Pacheco Pass, CA canyon live-forever Another in the charming genus of "liveforevers", this California endemic has rosettes of powder-blue, dusted leaves and branched flowers stalks of button-like buds opening to light yellow flowers. Prefers gritty soil that drains well in a sunny location with protection from summer water especially in warm weather. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, but should be protected from sudden freezes. $9 Crassulaceae Dudleya cymosa ssp. pumila low canyon liveforever From central California this collection from plantsman Tim Hannis represents a diminutive form of the species from sterile sites, each rosette looking like a silver-gray button about 3" in width. Creamy yellow flowers, sometimes orange-tinted, appear in spring through early summer. Best if kept summer dry or in a cool place with well-drained soil. Does well in cool coastal climates. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 8. $9 Crassulaceae Dudleya sp. var. nova - Santa Clara County, CA From a pinch of seed given us by Tim Hannis this yet to be described creature has 5-6" rosettes of very green, succulent leaves and panicles of light yellow flowers from late spring to early summer. We'll leave it to the experts to decide what exactly makes it different from the others but horticulturally it's a pretty thing. Care is the same as for most others; if you don't happen to have a small cliff, then well-drained, mineral rich soil in rock garden wall or container. Avoid watering in summer especially when hot and if in containers make sure the soil is evenly moist during the winter months with bright light. Cold hardy for brief periods in upper USDA zone 8. $9 Crassulaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 61 Dyckia 'Burgundy Ice' Surprisingly frost hardy, sharp spined succulent, with rosettes of long, narrow, pointed leaves in shades of burgundy to nearly black, all edged in distinctive white spines. Flowers are orange, adding to the color palette. To 6-12" tall and wide. Full sun for the best color in well-drained soil with little summer water necessary. Frost hardy to 20-25 degrees, USDA zone 9. Possibly colder if really, really, really dry. Also does well in containers. $14 Bromeliaceae Dyckia 'Naked Lady' Named for the lack of spines along the leaves, this cross between D. encholirioides x D. brevifolia is a terrestrial bromeliad with sharp-tipped, shiny green, strap-like leaves arranged in rosettes to 1 ft tall and 2 ft wide. Forms colonies rather quickly. In spring, bright orange flowers appear on tall stems. Part sun to bright shade is best with moderate water. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9. Happy in containers where temperatures drop lower. $12 Bromeliaceae Dyckia 'Red Devil' red-leafed dyckia This, one of the most colorful Dyckia in our collection and a probable hybrid between D. platyphylla and D. leptostachya, grows to 10-15" high and 18" or so wide in reasonable time with elegantly spined rosettes of deep olive green, burnished intense red, more so with more light. Spring and summer flowers are of burnt orange atop 2 ft stalks. One surprise is the reported frost hardiness, with some testimonials to 8F though we'd be a bit skittish there; we're more confident in the mid teens briefly, mid USDA zone 8, probably colder if dry. Fine container plant, a bit slow growing and offsetting so will remain within bounds for some time. $16 Bromeliaceae Dyckia choristaminea Terrestrial bromeliad with succulent, spidery leaves mottled deep purple and forming rosettes to only about 4.” Flowers are produced in summertime clusters of orangey red. Offsets quickly after flowering. Full sun for best color. We find it best as a pot specimen though would make a good wall or rock garden plant where temperatures seldom drop to 18F, upper USDA zone 8. $15 Bromeliaceae Echeveria 'Blue Wren' Beautiful rosettes of blue green, tightly held leaves hug the ground and make pups creating a small carpet on the ground or in pots. Stays less than one ft tall. Best in lean soil and sun to part shade with moderate water during the summer growing season and only occasional water during the winter months. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9, so best in containers that can be protected in winter. $9 Crassulaceae Echeveria 'Doris Taylor' A beautiful little cross between Echeveria setosa and E. pulvinata with 6" rosettes of foliage covered with fuzzy white hairs. Very nice, especially when spikes of large orange, bell-shaped flowers appear. Well-drained soil and careful watering is best in full sun to light shade. Frost hardy only into the low twenties F or so, USDA zone 9, but lower if kept dry in winter. $11 Crassulaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 62 Echeveria 'Fleur d'Or' Medium green rosettes of shiny, closely held leaves hug the ground, reaching only 4" tall but offsetting more quickly than some, producing lots of pups. Flowers are orangey. E. agavoides is a very possible parent of this sweet succulent. Full sun to light shade is best in well-drained soil with careful watering. Frost hardy only into the low twenties F or so, USDA zone 9, but lower if kept dry. $12 Crassulaceae Echeveria 'Haagal' A cold hardy echeveria!! at least to 15-20F, upper USDA zone 8, but that means it came through the 2009 winter without damage and in a pot. Not bad. Pretty too, the rosettes formed with lavender-tinted leaves to 4" across. Well-drained soil with careful summer water, avoiding sogginess. Can come indoors for the winter in order to remain dry or stay on a porch or under an overhang. Enjoy. $9 Crassulaceae Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' A plant with a sense of humor, this fasciated sport has cupped and undulated blue leaves on small rosettes, under about 6", with pink to salmon flowers in spring and summer. Prefers mineral soil. A great plant for dish gardens, containers, or planting out where temperatures fall to 20F, USDA zone 9. Fun for the whole family. $9 Crassulaceae Echeveria elegans Mexican Snowball Dense, blue-gray succulent species from Mexico that mounds or spreads slowly in tight colonies. Edges of leaves are slightly pink, producing equally pretty small pink flowers with a yellow tinge. Very handsome and uniform in the garden. More cold hardy than many other echeveria hybrids, this one makes an excellent rock garden or container plant that needs occasional winter protection below 25 degrees. Drought-tolerant. Plant in part to full sun. $8 Crassulaceae Echeveria multicaulis 'Copper Roses' Easy echeveria species with small rosettes of fleshy green leaves with red on the edges, the color increasing in bright light and cold weather. Flowers are also particularly lovely -- red with yellow orange. Like all echeverias, these must have lean soil and very good drainage to avoid root rot. Water infrequently when the soil has dried (before the soil shrinks from the pot edges). Frost hardy to 25F, mid USDA zone 9 so best in containers that can be protected in winter. $9 Crassulaceae Echeveria peacockii Lovely fast growing echeveria, found in Mexico and north into California on rocky outcrops where drainage is very fast. Rosettes of silver-blue leaves are highlighted in purple and topped with stalks of dark orange flowers beginning in early summer. Best in lean soil that drains quickly and bright light where they are protected from the hottest sun. Little water is needed in the winter months with more provided in spring and summer. Frost hardy to 25F, USDA zone 9b, so best in containers with winter protection where temperatures drop below. $9 Crassulaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 63 Echeveria pulidonis Gray-green leaves form stemless rosettes, to 4-5" wide, growing slowly and gradually form a small mound to 1 ft wide. Yellow flowers appear in late winter to early spring, standing above the foliage on arching stems. Best in well-drained lean soil in bright shade to morning sun with water in spring and summer during the growing season and occasionally in winter. Frost hardy in USDA zone 9 so best in pots with winter protection. $9 Crassulaceae Echeveria secunda MK 3406 Powder blue rosettes form clusters to about 18" with nodding, orangey-pink flowers with yellow tips. Very nice. This high elevation collection has been frost hardy so far to as low as 12F! Wahoo! That's almost to the bottom of USDA zone 8. Needs lean, well-drained soil and occasional water, drying out a bit in between. Wonderful in rock garden walls or containers. $12 Crassulaceae Echinopsis oxygona easter lily cactus Fast-growing, round little cactus, quickly offsetting to form large, handsome clumps that produce beautiful, trumpet-shaped, fragrant flowers on long, tubular stems, flowers that open at night and last only one day. Blooms from late spring through summer in colors from white tinted pink to lavender-pink. Thrives in sun to half-shade in porous and lean, well-drained soil with judicious summer water. Frost hardy to 15F, mid USDA zone 8 if kept dry in winter. Otherwise a successful indoor plant in good light. $12 Cactaceae Echium russicum x wildpretii $11 Boraginaceae Echium wildpretii - hybrid Columns 6 ft tall of pink-turning-blue flowers arise from rosettes -- next year -- these are biennials. Stunning! Striking! Full sun, good drainage, a bit of water. Reseeds if ground is left undisturbed. Hardy into the upper teens -- upper USDA zone 8 -- for brief spells. $14 Boraginaceae Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Nanjing Gold' gold flowered paper bush 2001 Cistus introduction retaining all the qualities we have come to know in Edgeworthia chrysantha, this upright shrub of bold texture, to 6-8 ft tall and wide, with large, 2" plus clusters of golden flowers begin appearing around the New Year or the end of January in the coldest places, on handsome, warm brown stems marked with leaf scars. The important features of our 'Nanjing Gold' form include particularly robust and fragrant flowers as well as, in our experience, less susceptibility to bud drop due to late summer/early autumn dryness. A winter architectural plant of bare stems, each divided into three and each bearing a down-turned cluster of buds. In summer, the leaves provide a lush, subtropical look. Most attractive maintained as a 1-3 stemmed plant and placed where the winter sun shining through the flowers can be enjoyed by all. Best in well-drained, evenly moist soil in full to part sun. Frost hardy in USDA zones 8-10. $18 Thymelaeaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 64 Elaeagnus 'Quicksilver' silverbush elaeagnus Long sought and under delivered deciduous shrub with stunning silver foliage and early spring flowers with the aroma of vanilla. This chance seedling, discovered and named by British plantsman, Roy Lancaster, reaches an eventual 6-8 ft but can be kept much lower through pruning. Can also be stooled on occasion to create a dense perennial. A very good plant in cold or wet climates that often can’t accommodate silver foliage. Needs decent drainage and, though drought tolerant, enjoys occasional summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 4. $14 Elaeagnaceae Elettaria cardamomum cardamon $14 Zingiberaceae Elymus solandri blue grass This evergreen, clumping grass from New Zealand has startlingly powder-blue leaves making lax mounds of feathery foliage. Performs well in light shade to full sun if provided dampness. Spills most attractively over container edge or wall. Frost hardy to between 15 and 20F, mid to upper USDA zone 8, and possibly colder. $11 Poaceae Epimedium grandiflorum 'Dark Beauty' Gorgeous little barrenwort, selected by Harold Epstein for the chocolate-purple, spring foliage that forms a perfect backdrop for the large, late spring flowers of purple and white. Foliage turns green through the summer. To 8-12" tall and wide in part sun to dappled shade. Drought tolerant once established but accepts summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. Said to be deer resistant! $15 Berberidaceae Epimedium wushanense Stunning and rare epimedium found only in China's Wushan mountains, with long, to 10", and narrow, deeply veined leaves with distinct spines along the edges and red new growth fading to bronze before turning a lush green. Spring flowers are pale yellow and densely held above the foliage on stems to 2 ft tall. Part sun or light shade is best with regular summer water. Frost hardy to at least -20F, USDA zone 5 and expected to tolerate colder temperatures. Also said to be deer resistant. $22 Berberidaceae Eriobotrya japonica loquat A wonderful but underused, small fruit tree from Japan, evergreen, to 10 ft or more in the garden, with long leaves, dark green and shiny with lighter undersides. White fragrant flowers appear in the winter but buds can sometimes freeze. A wonderfully tropical garden accent. Parker always fondly remembered from his childhood picking the ripe, orange fruit and spitting out the large seed. Full sun is best. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $15 Rosaceae Eriogonum fasciculatum [Daisy Ma collection] $11 Polygonaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 65 Eriophyllum lanatum 'Takilma Gold' taklima gold oregon sunshine A 2011 Cistus introduction from Oregon's Siskiyou Mtns, this a particularly robust "Oregon Sunshine" mounding to 18" by 3 ft with silvery leaves topped by a very long season of cheery gold flowers. Perennial and nearly evergreen in mild climates, dying back to a silvery resting rosette below USDA zone 7. Tolerant of drought or garden water. Full sun and decent drainage. USDA zone 5, possibly lower. $9 Asteraceae Eriophyllum staechadifolium $9 Asteraceae Escallonia revoluta Native to Chile, this broadleaved evergreen shrub or small tree grows slowly, reaching 12-15 ft tall and wide -- or perhaps as much as 20-25 ft over a long time. Leaves are handsome, glossy, showy, and abundant, a fine background for the white flowers that appear at the ends of stems in early spring and occasionally though early fall. A delightful small garden tree or hedge in sun for best appearance or dappled shade. Fairly drought tolerant once established but tolerates summer water. This collection was made by plantsman Mike Remmick at the highest altitude where he could find it and has excellent potential into USDA zone 7. Also resprouts from the ground easily if winter damaged. $14 Escalloniaceae Eucalyptus neglecta omeo gum By far one of the most desirable gums we can grow in the Northwest. Multi-trunked to 40 ft or so, its foliage has the best Vicks Vap-O-Rub smell around. Huge juvenile leaves on square stems become narrower and longer in adult foliage. Flowers in youth. Good in arrangements. Sun, well-drained soil and little summer water once established. Root hardy to 0F. USDA zone 7, though has been known to suffer leaf burn if not sufficiently hardened off before the harsh winter winds whip. $14 Myrtaceae Eucalyptus parvula small leaf gum, kybean gum An extremely well-mannered, small tree, often multi-trunked, growing slowly to 35 ft or so with a broad, graceful form, somewhat flat-topped with age. Narrowly oval adult leaves of 2-3" -- deep, matte green with purple and blue overtones -- follow the rounded juvenile foliage. The bark is colorful as well, brown peeling to pink and green patches. These tolerate drought and somewhat poor drainage, though well-drained soil is best in full to part sun. Frost hardy to 5 F, mid USDA zone 7. Can resprout from the base. $12 Myrtaceae Eucalyptus perriniana spinning gum This is the eucalyptus most often seen as cut foliage at the florist, with the juvenile leaves that encircle the stem. Plants can be coppiced to maintain a smaller size as well as the attractive, juvenile foliage or grown into multi-trunked trees, quickly reaching 30 ft, with flaking bark and long, narrow adult leaves to 6" with juvenile foliage showing as well. Requires full sun, lean and well-drained soil, and little summer water once established. Easy and very frost hardy, to 0F, USDA zone 7, or lower. $12 Myrtaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 66 Eucomis 'Innocence' pineapple lily From a South African native. Striking white to pale pink, “pineapple”-like flowers on purple tinted stems show off from August to September above rosettes of long, narrow, “tropical” leaves. Bright light, full sun to part shade with water in spring during growth and protection from excess winter water, perhaps by an overhang. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7; lower with mulch. Can be grown in pots or lifted for the winter. $11 Liliaceae Eucomis 'Reuben' pineapple lily From South Africa by way of New Zealand, this cultivar has upright, green leaves to 18” tall and stalks of pineapple-like flowers, these with dark, red-purple buds opening to mauve-pink flowers. Handsome and a good cut flowers. Full sun or part shade in hottest climates and water in the spring and summer growing season with relief from winter moisture – very well-drained soil or overhead protection. Best left undisturbed for a long and fruitful life. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, and possibly lower; mulch for extra protection. $11 Liliaceae Eucomis autumnalis pineapple lily From the South African Drakensberg Mountains, these succulent bulbs produce fluted, bright green leaves edged purple in summer, and clusters of flowers late in the season that, from a distance, do appear much like a pineapple-on-a-stick. Tolerant of poor drainage but would appreciate summer moisture. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7 and possibly zone 5/6 with mulch. $9 Asparagaceae Eucomis comosa pineapple lily Perennial bulbs from South Africa, the flowers resembling a pineapple just as the common name suggests. The leaves are a bit tropical and exotic, upright, light green and strappy, to 2.5 ft long, appearing in late spring. In late summer they surround a 12" flower stalk of white-blushed-pink, star shaped flowers with a little crown of green bracts at the top, providing more pineapple-ness. Not so choosy about soil as long as its well- drained or protected from winter rains. Average summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $11 Liliaceae Eucomis comosa 'Tugela Ruby' pineapple lily Upright, somewhat fleshy leaves to 18” tall, colored a deep, dark purple in this cultivar and, in mid summer, saturated pink, fragrant flowers, darkening over time. The flower stalks, looking indeed a bit like pineapples, make very good cut flowers. Full sun or part shade in hottest climates gives the best foliage color. Requires water in the spring and summer growing season and relief from winter moisture – very well-drained soil or overhead protection. This South African native is best left undisturbed for a long and fruitful life. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7; mulch for extra protection. $11 Liliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 67 Eucryphia 'Penwith' leatherwood First discovered in Cornwall in the 1930s and not yet widely found in the United States, this evergreen hybrid has proven itself a dependable performer and refined texture in the garden. A large shrub or small tree, to 15 -20 ft tall x 10 ft wide, exhibiting the upright form of its E. lucida parent and the shiny, dark green, wavy- edged leaves of E. cordifolia. Ever more attractive when the large, open, single white flowers appear in summer. Prefers sun to part or dappled shade and well-drained soil with regular summer water. Best kept out of wind in a sheltered position. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $16 Cunoniaceae Euonymus alatus 'Firecloud' variegated burning bush Our name for a most beautiful sport of the well-known, burning bush, with outstanding summer foliage of dark green evenly splashed with cream. Very striking. Smaller than is typical of the species, to 4-5 ft tall, but with the same green-tinged and red winged stems and the glorious purple-red autumn color of the species. Lovely as a small hedge or single specimen in part to full sun with a consistent source of water in dry climates. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. A grand container specimen. $18 Celastraceae Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Pagoda' fortune's spindle, wintercreeper This fine-textured, broad-leaved evergreen can reach up to 6 ft in height and seldom exceeds 18" in diameter, providing upright punctuation in the garden with leaves closely held against upright stems. Architectural like a small "Italian Cypress" and thrives even in a dappled shade garden. Part sun with regular summer water. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Celastraceae Euonymus myrianthus evergreen spindle tree Bright yellow-orange fruit that opens to show off red seeds is a striking attraction of this evergreen shrub to small tree. Clusters of pale yellow flowers precede, of course. This native of western China, first introduced by famous plantsman Ernest Wilson, reaches 6 to 8 ft tall, the long, bright green leaves on branches with dark gray, smooth bark are lovely in their own right and provide the perfect background. Full sun to light shade in well-drained soil with average summer moisture. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Celastraceae Euonymus nanus var. turkestanicus turkestan burning bush Small, deciduous shrub, reaching only 3 ft tall and wide at the most, with an open habit of slender, arching branches and narrow, blue-green leaves that turn brilliant red in fall. Spring flowers are purple brown but hardly noticeable. It's the fruit they produce that is enchanting, pink, 4-chambered capsules with bright orange arils. Easy in part to full sun with regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 2. $12 Celastraceae

Euphorbia 'Blue Haze' PPAF milkwort Small-scale evergreen spurge, a hybrid between E. nicaeensis and E. sequieriana ssp. niciciana, to only about 18” tall in dense mounds to 2 ft wide. Leaves are blue-green, 1" long and narrow on 2" rosettes; flowers are the typical chartreuse over a long season. Very good knitter or spiller with year-round color. Summer drought tolerant, preferring bright light and good drainage. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $12 Euphorbiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 68 Euphorbia characias ssp. characias 'Burrow Silver' Grown mostly for its variegated foliage -- narrow, blue-green leaves with creamy margins -- the red stems and creamy yellow flower heads add interest to this multi-stemmed, shrubby perennial. Perfect as an accent or mass planting in the dry garden in sun to part shade -- out of hot afternoon sun in hottest climates. Accepting of summer water as well. Said to be resistant to deer and rabbits. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. Please remember to take precautions handling euphorbias as their parts of toxic and the sap can be irritating to some. $11 Euphorbiaceae Euphorbia stygiana This handsome, handsome, handsome, shrubby euphorb’s striking foliage is where its attraction lies. Grows to 5 or so feet high & wide with sweetly scented, greenish yellow blooms. Full sun to part shade with little summer water once established. Evergreen to 18 to 20F, upper USDA zone 8 and resprouts from the base to 10F, zone 8a. Slightly larger, more succulent, and hardier than Euphorbia mellifera. $11 Euphorbiaceae Fabiana imbricata f. violacea false heath, pichi-pichi This Chilean evergreen shrub looks for all the world like a tall heather, but its tubular lavender flowers give it away as a tomato relation instead, an upright, multistemmed shrub, to 4-6 ft with tiny, needle-like leaves ranged along the stem. Unusual especially when covered with tiny, lavender tubes. Summer blooming in full to part sun with normal water. Cold hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Solanaceae Ficus carica x pumila 'Ruth Bancroft' Vining shrub seldom exceeding 4-6 ft in height, that clamors through deciduous shrubs & against walls. This cultivar, found in Ruth Bancroft's garden, has the same mitten-shaped leaves, to 3-4", but more gracefully lobed. Fegs are tiny, to only 1 cm. For sun to shade in damp or drought though average summer water is best. Essentially evergreen, but deciduous below 15 to 18F, mid USDA zone 8, and freeze-back at 10 to 15F. Resprouts from upper USDA zone 7. $12 Moraceae Ficus sarmentosa var. nipponica This cousin of the more common F. pumila, slightly tougher and a bit slower growing, has leathery pointed leaves of about 2-3” and the climbing, clinging, grasping, scraping, prying habits that we all desire… We have ours climbing the trunk of a trachycarpus palm, making a lovely green column. Shade or sun and occasional summer water for more vigorous growth. The best news: it has survived 0F, USDA zone 7, with little damage, though we still suggest mulching, at least where possible, when the next arctic express arrives. $12 Moraceae Ficus vaccinioides formosan creeping fig Essentially appearing as a much smaller version of the more common F. pumila, the creeping fig, this small creature has shiny, rounded leaves of only a 1/3“ or so and creates a slow-growing vine or groundcover. Loves dappled shade to full sun and summer water where dry though established plants are quite drought tolerant. Frost hardy to 10 to 12 F, USDA zone 8, a little colder with protection. Very good container plant. $14 Moraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 69 Fokienia hodginsii DJHC 182 Rare native of China and Vietnam, this form collected by Dan Hinkley, a tree to 75 to 100 ft tall or so in its native habitat, in cultivation reaching 25 ft in a reasonable amount of time. This member of the cypress family has lovely sprays of red-tinted foliage, often silvery underneath. A pretty addition to any moist situation with carefully drainage in dappled light to full sun. Not to be missed. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Cupressaceae Forsythia suspensa ssp. sieboldii weeping forsythia Another lovely plant in a genus we didn't think we really liked. Shared with us by Marshall Olbrich of Western Hills fame, this diminutive species remains under 2 ft with a pendulous, weeping habit. They have under 1", narrow leaves and produce a lighter-than-usual yellow flower in great abundance anywhere from January through March. Ranks almost with Jasminum nudiflorum in suitability for spilling over walls or placement on banks. Sun to dappled shade. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6; zone 5 with protection. (Also known as Forsythia suspensa.) $12 Oleaceae Fragaria sp. - yellow fruit from Afghanistan From a wild collection in the mountains of Afghanistan, this drought tolerant ground covering strawberry produces small, pleasing berries colored an ochre yellow. The flavor is almost like...Hmmmm...Bananas! Treat like other strawberries and grow in part shade to full sun with occasional summer water where dry. Frost hardy to USDA zone 7, possibly lower. $9 Rosaceae Fuchsia procumbens creeping fuchsia One of only two species from New Zealand, this beach dweller grows only a few inches in height but behaves as a ground cover. The stems are wiry with round 3/8" leaves and, in true New Zealand style, the flowers are weird, under 1/2" and green infused with blue, yellow, and orange. Attractive, purple-black fruit follows late in the season. A great spiller for containers or amid bold leaved plants in the semi-shaded perennial garden. Even moisture. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $9 Onagraceae Gardenia 'Lasting Beauty' Lovely small double flowered gardenia, selected for its long-lasting, creamy white flowers that stand out against the medium green, slightly toothed leaves. These evergreen shrubs are compact, to only 3 ft tall in full to half sun with regular garden water. Acid soil and supplemental iron improves performance. A reliable bloomer and reliably frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Rubiaceae

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Gardenia jasminioides Summer SnowPP #22, 797 Gorgeous gardenia selected by Buds & Blooms nursery for its stunning, double white, highly fragrant flowers nestled on short stems amongst the glossy green leaves in early summer and for its extra cold hardiness, to at least -10F, USDA zone 6 with reports in zone 5. We have not tried it at those temperatures and hopefully we never will but we would be happy to hear from anyone who does. Shrubs reach 4-5 ft tall and wide in part sun to full shade with consistent summer moisture to establish and through the growing season. Fertilizer and iron after blooming helps maintain foliage. Here's to gardenias in colder areas. Worth growing in container in even colder zones. $16 Rubiaceae

Gardenia jasminoides 'Chuck Hayes' PP8755 hardy double gardenia, cape jasmine Tough, hardy, and lovely gardenia for USDA zone 7, down to 0F, really! Wonderfully fragrant, double white flowers in June and July, and occasionally in autumn when temperatures cool down. Compact evergreen shrub, to 3 ft, blooms in full to half sun with normal garden water. Developed by the late Chuck Hayes and Dan Milbocker at the Virginia Beach Research Station, VA. $14 Rubiaceae Gardenia jasminoides 'Cream Picotee'

A Cistus introduction. Lovely, variegated gardenia, with smallish, shiny, green leaves that are both streaked and spotted creamy whites ... in an attractive way. This compact, evergreen shrub, to only 3-4 ft tall x 2-3 ft wide, is vigorous to boot with large, semi-double flowers that rather resemble its relative, G. jasminoides 'Chuck Hayes'. As with other gardenias, sun except in the hottest places where part shade is preferred, rich soil, and regular summer water as well as generous offerings of nutrients and iron. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $15 Rubiaceae Gardenia jasminoides 'Frost Proof' hardy double gardenia, cape jasmine The “more” gardenia -- more tough, more cold tolerant and sun tolerant, more adaptable, and said to be more deer resistant -- not to mention beautiful! Double white flowers are extremely fragrant and profuse, continuing over a long season beginning in spring. They can even take a bit of spring frost without dropping. Evergreen, to 2-3 ft tall and a bit wider, and happy in full sun to part sun with summer water where dry. Definitely frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and expected well into the upper reaches of zone 7. $15 Rubiaceae Gardenia jasminoides 'Rosedown Beauty' hardy gardenia, cape jasmine One of an increasing number of garden tough forms, G. augusta ‘Rosedown Beauty’ quickly grows to a 4-5 ft, compact, rounded shrub, evergreen, with upturned leaves and a free flowering habit. The semi-double flowers occur throughout the summer season. Best in a sunny situation or dappled shade in the hottest parts of the world. Water in summer in dry climates. Has not been as fussy as some others about nutrients, but, as with all gardenias, benefits from generous amounts of nitrogen and iron. Frost hardy in mid to upper USDA zone 7. $14 Rubiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 71 Gasteria baylissiana Very small component of the South African Aloe family, this the typical “plant” collected by Captain Bayliss himself on the northwestern Cape. Each rosette to only 4,” rugose and tinted burgundy. Orange and green flowers shaped, indeed, like cute little stomachs. Frost hardy to low to mid 20’s, mid USDA zone 9. Otherwise, a fabulous container plant. $11 Liliaceae Ginkgo biloba 'Weeping Wonder' dwarf maidenhair tree Strange and wonderful new ginkgo introduction, a dwarf tree growing only 6-10 inches per years into tiny upright tree, eventually 4-5 ft tall with side branches that are horizontal to weeping. Adding to the interesting texture, the foliage is somewhat twisty and pale to dark green in summer, depending on the light, turning typical ginkgo yellow in the fall. Occasional trimming maintains good shape and form. Enjoys sun to part shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $22 Ginkgoaceae Gladiolus 'Boone' boone hardy gladiolus Apricot-peach-orange flowers with yellow and red markings in the throat held on narrow, 4 ft stalks -- what's not to love? -- open in early summer on this gladiolus of mysterious. Discovered at an abandoned homestead in mountainous Boone, NC, by Jeff Owens, a county extension agent, and studied by several plantsmen, this amazing glad made its way to market with its origins still unknown. Happy in full sun, multiplying and seeding itself to provide lots of plants to share. Frost hardy to at least -10F, USDA zone 6, with many claims of easy survival in zone 5. $9 Iridaceae Gladiolus flanaganii Stunning, red gladiola, one of many species of South African bulbs, these seductive creatures found growing on cliffs in the Drakensberg mountains in places with extremely difficult access, hence the common name, suicide lily. Not dangerous in the garden, needing well-drained soil in sun to produce spikes of red flowers in summer before becoming dormant. Grassy leaves return in late fall and winter. Somewhat drought tolerant but accepting of moderate summer water. Frost hardy to 15F, mid USDA zone 8. $12 Liliaceae Graptopetalum paraguayense mother of pearl plant Surprisingly tough, silvery purple succulent from the state of Tamaulipas in NE Mexico (not Paraguay as one might guess), with rosettes to 6" across. Very attractive spilling over pots or planters. Quite drought tolerant, but grows quickly with summer moisture. Full sun to part shade. This clone has been hardy for many years in Portland and can be planted out where temperatures seldom drop below 15F, mid USDA zone 8. $12 Crassulaceae Grevillea 'Pink Pearl' Another wonderful grevillea, this also an evergreen shrub, to 4 ft tall and a bit wider, with needle-like foliage and saturated pink flowers all year long but particularly in winter and early spring. Best in full sun in well- drained soil with little or no summer water once established. As with all proteas, avoid fertilizers with phosphorous. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Proteaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 72 Grevillea 'Poorinda Leane' One of the Poorinda hybrids, thought to be a cross between G. juniperina and a yellow G. victoriae. An evergreen shrub, up to 8-10 ft tall and wide, with long leaves, dark green above and silvery on the undersides, and clusters of soft, frilly, yellow to apricot flowers in late winter through spring and occasionally throughout the year. Best in sun and lean, well-drained soil, with little water once established. Can be shaped in mid summer for best appearance. Frost hardy into the low teens F, USDA zone 8. $16 Proteaceae Grevillea alpina - GDIS $14 Proteaceae Grevillea olivacea olive-leaf grevillea Wonderful protea family shrubs, one of the top constituents in our repertoire. To only about 3 ft tall x 4 ft wide, the 2-3”leaves, indeed olive-like and dusky green, are complimented by profuse cream to saffron flowers from fall to spring. Striking planted where they can spill over walls or embankments with other spillers such as Rosemary. Like all proteas be very careful with the fertilizer...in other words, don’t. For well- drained soil in USDA zones 8b or above. $14 Proteaceae Grevillea victoriae 'UBC' Silver leaved protea relative from Australia, this selection from the University of British Columbia. Reaches 4 -6 ft in time and has “spidery” orange flowers all winter. Best with full sun, well-drained soil and occasional summer water. Do NOT fertilize (it will respond by snuffing it.) As with all proteas, dislikes phosphorous. Super cold hardy, easily handling temperatures in USDA zone 8. $14 Proteaceae Griselinia littoralis 'Bantry Bay' broadleaf kapuka Lovely and unusual evergreen shrub, to 10 ft tall by 6-7 ft wide, with shiny, leathery variegated leaves -- green with a large, creamy white central splash -- and a dense, upright habit. Easily pruned to shape as a striking specimen or dense hedge. Spring flowers are yellow-green but hardly noticeable though they produce purple berries in autumn. A good coastal plant, tolerating sun and wind. Enjoys part shade inland and rich soil with regular summer water everywhere. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Griseliniaceae Griselinia littoralis UCSC 83-109 This handsome, evergreen, beach shrub, a New Zealand native, grows quickly to 5 ft tall and eventually to 10 ft or so with rounded, leathery leaves and, in spring, inconspicuous white flowers. Good as a single specimen or as a dense hedge in full sun to light shade plus well-drained soil and average summer water. This form, from the collection of t he University of California at Santa Cruz is frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Griseliniaceae Gunnera perpensa A "dinosaur" plant for the smaller lizards, this southern hemisphere perennial growing up to 2 ft tall with 6" wavy, green leaves. They love moisture, swampy moisture, in sun to part shade, dying back in the colder months to reappear in spring. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.. $14 Gunneraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 73 Gunnera tinctoria dinosaur food Stunning as are all Gunneras, this version of "dinosaur food" has sharply lobed and wrinkled leaves with endearing little bumps. The rhubarb-like leaves can reach over 8 ft in height and width and are also tinted with purple -- always a good thing! The flowers appear as 2 ft ...ummm...blobs that look like they have been dipped in orange bird seed. So much for botanical descriptions. Best if used in a boggy situation where water is always present, especially in summer. With afternoon shade anywhere but at the coast. Can also be used in normal garden conditions but does not attain the great size. Often survives but not shiningly in high summer heat and humidity. USDA zone 8. $13 Gunneraceae Gymnocladus chinensis soap tree $14 Fabaceae Halimium ocymoides basil-leaved rock rose Spring flowers of golden yellow with a burgundy center make this cistus relative a cheerful addition to the summer dry garden. A small and spreading, evergreen shrub, these can reach 2 ft tall x up to 4 ft wide, with grayish-green leaves and abundant spring flowers. Like cistus, they love bright sun, blasty heat, lean soil, and little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Cistaceae Halimium x pauanum yellow rock rose Upright, evergreen shrub, to 6 x 4 ft, with gray-green foliage and, in May and June, abundant, brilliant yellow flowers, larger than most species and lasting for several weeks. Performs best in the sun, planted in mineral soil with good drainage. Drought tolerant once established. This cross between H. halimifolium and H. lasianthum is among the hardiest to frost: to 10F, USDA zone 8, in Mediterranean conditions. $12 Cistaceae Hebe 'Hythe Hybrid' A Cistus introduction, originally given to us as an unnamed seedling by Hythe Nursery of the United Kingdom. Dark green foliage year round and dark violet flowers in spring and summer make this hebe stand out. Can reach 2 ft over time in full to part sun with average summer water and good drainage. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $11 Plantaginaceae Hebe 'McEwanii' This British cultivar of unknown origin is a bushy shrub, to 2 ft tall and wide, with gray-green leaves stacked in orderly rows on dark purple branchlets, and mauve or purple-blue flowers in lateral spikes in early summer. A neat and tidy small, evergreen for sun to part sun in well-drained soil with regular but not overabundant summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $9 Plantaginaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 74 Hebe 'Mrs. Winder' Striking and colorful evergreen shrub, the dark green, narrow leaves adding purple highlights in new growth and during cold weather. Late summer flowers are lovely spikes of lavender-purple. To 3 ft tall x 2 ft wide over time in well-drained soil in sun to part sun with regular summer water. Best protected from cold winter winds, but otherwise frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $9 Plantaginaceae Hebe 'Red Edge' A seedling of H. albicans that originated in 1968 at County Park Nursery in the United Kingdom, we brought ours as cuttings from there in 1995. Plants form the same 2-3 ft, dense mounds, beautifully patterned in silver-blue leaves edged in maroon-pink, and bearing mauve flowers in June to July. We have planted ours in combination with Phormium tenax 'Pink Sprite', Nerines, and small, silver-leaved shrubs. Low USDA zone 8, possibly briefly zone 7 (though that would nuke the Phormium.) $12 Plantaginaceae Hebe anomala 'Purpurea Nana' Gorgeous hebe, colorful in all seasons beginning with green leaves on dark purple stems throughout the summer, the leaves turning purple in winter with bronzing on the tips. A small, evergreen shrub, to 3 ft tall x 2 ft wide over time with upright form. Best in sun to part shade in well-drained soil with occasional summer water once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, with good drainage. $9 Plantaginaceae Hebe buchananii 'Minor' A miniature hebe, with densely held, tiny box-like leaves, blue-gray with a maroon margin especially in winter. Flowers, white on short spikes, are said to appear very rarely. It's really the foliage.... To only 4-5" tall spreading to 1 ft wide with symmetrical branching habit, these have been used for bonsai and in troughs, as well as rock gardens where soil is well-drained and some summer water can be supplied. Very frost hardy, to USDA zone 7. $9 Plantaginaceae Hebe evenosa UCSC 91.546 A lovely hebe, to 3-4 ft tall and wide, with short spikes of white flowers in summer, standing above the shiny, light green, oval leaves. Evergreen, these prefer good drainage in full sun to part shade and occasional to regular summer water, depending on sun exposure. Easily frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and probably into upper zone 7. This clone from the University of California at Santa Cruz. $9 Plantaginaceae Hebe glaucophylla 'Korbel Pewter' A useful evergreen shrub with natural good looks. Like the species, an upright shrub to 2 ft x 2 ft with small, gray-green leaves, grayer in this cultivar as the name would suggest. Blooms in early summer with clusters of pure white. Prefers well-drained, fertile soil in sun to part shade with average summer moisture. Evergreen to at least mid-USDA zone 8 and possibly lower. $9 Plantaginaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 75 Hebe gracillima UCSC 91-910 From New Zealand, an upright-growing shrub, to 4 ft, from around Westport and montane to lowland sites in the northwest part of South Island. The narrow, lanceolate to oblong leaves are a most attractive, bright blue- green. White flowers appear in early to mid spring and often into winter. Sun to part sun, good drainage and normal water. Frost hardy to the upper end of USDA zone 7. $9 Plantaginaceae Hebe hectorii UCSC 2008.176 - cl 1 A whipcord hebe, the tiny leaves held tightly along stems that, indeed, look like yellow-green, textured cords in clusters to 30" tall. Though sometimes reluctant to bloom in captivity, the flowers, white with purple stamens, are abundant on the branch tips and appear in mid-summer. These evergreen shrublets enjoy more summer water than some hebes, preferring moist soil in sun to parts shade. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $9 Plantaginaceae Hebe hectorii UCSC 2008.176 - cl 2 $9 Plantaginaceae Hebe salicornioides Rare plant from New Zealand, largely confined to catchment of the Clarence River, growing on slopes and valley floors from 3,600-5,000 ft in Nelson, Marlborough and N. Canterbury Mountains -- and, indeed, looking very much like pickle weed. A densely branched little "whipcord" -- usually under 15" -- with light green leaves and white flowers in early summer on upright branches and branchlets. A very architectural little plant. The mat-like growth is ideal for ground cover. Sun to part sun, good drainage and normal water.Has been reported frost hardy into upper USDA zone 7. $12 Plantaginaceae Hebe venustula 'Sky Blue' Shared with us by one of North America's great centers of "hebeosity", the University of Southern California Arboretum at Santa Cruz, this is one of the most often remarked upon plants in our New Zealand border where 3 ft, nearly orbicular mounds of glossy round leaves set in geometric patterns make a stunning sight! All this with dark stems and the prettiest of blue flowers, usually late spring to early summer. Sun to part sun, good drainage and normal water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Plantaginaceae Hedychium 'Anne Bishop' hardy ginger lily Gorgeous, hardy ginger, with large leaves and stalks to 5-6 ft tall x 2-3 ft wide, topped in mid to late summer until frost with fragrant, panicles, to 1 ft tall, of apricot-fading-to-yellow flowers with red stamens. Need we mention the delight of your resident hummingbirds? This Hawaiian hybrid is best in full sun on the coast and partial shade inland in rich soil with regular and abundant water. This die-back perennial is easily frost to 10F, USDA zone 8, and into upper zone 7 with very good drainage. $11 Zingiberaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 76 Hedychium 'Luna Moth' luna moth ginger lily Large and very fragrant, white flowers, indeed appearing very moth-like, make this flowering ginger a special addition to the partly shaded garden. This hybrid by Tom Wood, remains compact, to only 3-4 ft tall, with large, green and shiny leaves and flowers throughout the summer into fall. Best in part to full shade in rich soil that drains well and receives regular water. Easily frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and into upper zone 7 with good drainage. $14 Zingiberaceae Hedychium greenii red ginger Rare and spectacular ginger, to 3-5 ft tall x 3-5 ft wide, with red stems, dark green leaves with red undersides, and stunning, orange-red flowers from early summer to fall. After flowers fade, little plantlets are produced for even more of these lovelies. Light shade in hot areas, full sun on the coast. Regular summer water. Frost hardy, resprouting from temperatures as low as 0F, USDA zone 7 with mulch for winter protection. $16 Zingiberaceae Helichrysum selago var. tumidum x H. bellidioides UCSC Wonderful creeping subshrub shared with us by the University of California Arboretum at Santa Cruz. This natural hybrid grows to only 8" in height, spreading to 2-3 ft, and is a glistening silver in all parts. Small "everlasting" flowers of pearly white appear in mid to late spring. Best with bright light, gritty soil, and at least some summer water in dry places. Not a lover of heat and humidity. We have used ours to great effect in our black and white border as well as in containers in need of high contrast. Evergreen (ever-silver!) to at least 15 to 18F, USDA zone 8b, and probably a bit lower. $12 Asteraceae Helleborus x hybridus - Cistus white strain Large, clean white flowers, mostly unspotted, with wide overlapping "petals" in broad scalloped or pointed starry shapes. The best from a group in our north garden that shine out from an otherwise leafless area in late winter. These lovely creatures begin flowering as early as December! For part sun to shade in humus rich soil with average summer water. Frost hardy to USDA zone 5. $24 Ranunculaceae Helleborus x sternii - Janet Starnes garden Named for the famed Willamette Valley nurserywoman by Phillip Curtis Farms, this selection’s leathery leaves, green and heavily speckled white, light up a shaded spot and bring texture to a sunny location. Evergreen and versatile, to 2 ft tall and wide. Spring flowers are creamy chartreuse, standing in clusters above the foliage in late winter, lasting a long time. Easy in sun or part shade and frost hardy in USDA zone 6. $16 Ranunculaceae Helwingia chinensis An odd dogwood family relation from China, its main claim to fame being a cool habit of having blooms emerge directly from the ‘leaves’-- followed, if male and female clones are present, by nice purple berries. Choice evergreen for a shady spot, watered in summer.. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $14 Helwingiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 77 Helwingia chinensis DJHC 695 Unusual, evergreen shrub, to 6 ft tall x 3 ft wide, with dark green foliage tending toward maroon -- this form, a Dan Hinkley collection from China, with leaves narrower than the straight species. Odd flowers are little white bubbles sitting in the leaf centers, appearing in spring and, occasionally again in fall. Best in at least light shade and well-drained soil with regular summer water. A colorful addition to the woodland garden. Frost hardiness expected to extend to USDA zone 7 as with the straight species. $14 Helwingiaceae Hemerocallis 'Secured Borders' daylily A stunning, variegated daylily, the grassy leaves appearing in spring with a narrow, green center on a white field, the result of careful breeding over many years by Sybil and Walter Przypek of Virginia. Plants are small, to 12" tall in clumps growing to 18" wide. Into summer yellow flowers appear above the foliage which has turned to green in the warm weather. A lovely plant and a collector's dream. For full to part sun with regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 3. $16 Xanthorrhoeaceae Heuchera 'Green Spice' Another fabulous coral bell, this with silvery-over-green leaves marked with dark purple veins. A small perennial, to only 12 " tall x 15" wide, with 24", flower spikes of white bells in late spring to early summer, and, during the cooler, winter months, even some pinkish tones to the leaves. Grow in sun to part sun with some summer water, especially in sun. Frost hardy USDA zone 4. $10 Saxifragaceae Heuchera 'Marmalade' Amber colored Heuchera with longevity. Rich ruffled foliage with golden-green and pinkish amber tones. Leaves having bright pink undersides as well. Does well in Sun to Shade. Blooms in late spring. USDA zone 4 $10 Saxifragaceae Heuchera 'Obsidian' Can you have too many black plants? No. Stunning black leaves and a compact mounding growth habit make this an awesome plant for large drifts or a mixed container. Plant in sun or part shade for deepest color. 10in tall and 16in wide. You know you gotta have it. USDA Zone 6 $10 Saxifragaceae Hibbertia aspera rough guinea-flower Tender, viney, evergreen shrub from Australia, to 18-24" tall x 3-4 ft wide, with small leaves, shiny and rounded, seeming almost succulent. Bright yellow, buttercup-like flowers are very showy in spring to early summer. Best in partial shade in fertile, well-drained soil that is kept moist. A cheery plant, but sadly, not frost hardy, tolerating temperatures only to freezing and doing better at higher temperatures in USDA zone 10. So for balmy climates or containers that move inside for the cold months. $14 Dilleniaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 78 Hibiscus syriacus - white new leaves and pink flowers rose of sharon A nice selection of a popular plant, this rose of sharon has leaves that emerge white and darken to green and pink flowers in summer. A deciduous shrub, multi-stemmed to 6-8 ft tall x 4-8 ft wide, that is easily pruned to tree form. Prefers rich soil in full sun to part shade with average moisture but tolerates less ideal situations including urban conditions, poor soil, and some summer drought. Does well as a small, street tree. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $11 Malvaceae Hoheria 'Borde Hill' An evergreen tree in the Malvaceae family, originally from New Zealand, this is a seedling selection from Borde Hill in Britain with juvenile foliage that is dark green, narrow, and slightly toothed and slightly larger and rounder adult leaves. Reaches 10-20 ft tall x 8-9 ft wide in the garden and looks lovely covered in small white flowers in summer. Grey exfoliating bark is attractive as well. Sun, or part sun in hottest climates. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8a. $14 Malvaceae Hoheria angustifolia Another treasure from the southern hemisphere, this species has grown to a narrow 10-12 ft in our garden -- though it can get a bit taller. Unusual to find a woody member of this family. They are generally evergreen and have starched white flowers in summer held in clusters among the under 1" leaves. Prefers partial to full sun, consistent moisture and good drainage, with cool soil. So an excellent coastal plant. Careful in the southeast. Hardy to 15ºF or so. $12 Malvaceae Hoheria sexstylosa 'Stardust' long-leaved lacebark A New Zealand selection by Great Britain's Roy Lancaster, one of the hardier of the genus. A small tree, narrowly pyramidal to 15-20 ft, with dark evergreen, scalloped, 1" leaves made even more elegant by the nearly black, lacy stems. With eucryphia, one of the handsomest and best small trees for its multiple clusters of small white flowers, here in June and July. Prefers cool, well-drained soil with its face in the sun and consistent summer moisture in dry places. Avoid high humidity. Frost hardy into low USDA zone 8 if kept from drying or freezing winds. $16 Malvaceae Holboellia angustifolia ssp. linifolia EDHCH 97344 Handsome, evergreen vine, collected in Sichuan Province by Eric Hammond and in eastern Nepal by Dan Hinkley. Eventually reaching 20 ft, with leaves of 5 narrow leaflets and, in late winter to early spring, clusters of lavender flowers followed by purple-pink, decorative berries. For shade to part shade with average summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $15 Lardizabalaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 79 Holboellia coriacea china blue vine This evergreen akebia relation is an excellent trellis or fence cover, reaching 15-20 ft or so, with twining stems and dense, leathery, dark green, trifoliate leaves. In early spring it is covered with cascades of sweetly scented, tiny flowers -- purplish for male flowers, and greenish for females -- followed, under the right conditions, by plum colored, fleshy fruit. Best in part to full shade -- needing some sun to produce flowers -- with consistent moisture. Cold hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7 or lower. $14 Lardizabalaceae Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' This super-cute hosta is a mutation of H. ‘Blue Cadet’, proving that sometimes a little mutation is good. In this form small silver-blue leaves, slightly rolled at the edges, form rounded clumps, to 8" tall x 1 ft wide, topped in early summer with short, sweet spikes of lavender flowers. Best in light shade to shade where the soil is rich and summer water is regularly supplied. Frost hardy to -40F, USDA zones 3. $16 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon' Brightly colored perennial with variegated leaves, in shades of red, pink, yellow, and cream, on red stems. Aromatic too, when crushed. Mid spring flowers are tiny and green but the petal like bracts are showy and white. A vigorous spreader that should be planted where the rooting rhizomes can be restrained -- e.g. by sidewalks or buildings, etc. To 1-2 ft tall. Enjoys medium to very wet soils, even boggy conditions, in sun to full shade. Frost hardy in USDA zone 4. $8 Saururaceae Hydrangea arborescens 'Emerald Lace' smooth hydrangea An unusual and unique hydrangea, found in Illinois by Stan Tyson, with dark green foliage, ragged and deeply, irregularly lobed with occasional crest formations. Summer flowers are white lace-caps. A deciduous shrub, reaching to 4-5 ft tall x 3-4 ft wide over time and enjoying bright light to part shade with regular summer water. Blooms on new wood; can be cut back hard in late winter. Frost hardy to -25F, mid USDA zone 4. Sometimes found as H. arborescens 'Green Dragon'. $15 Hydrangeaceae Hydrangea aspera 'Red Fred' A striking plant that has appeared from both Japan and China of late presenting 6-8", beautifully felted leaves colored burgundy on the undersides and, in spring, large flattened sprays of fertile flowers from white to pale blue. These deciduous shrubs easily reach 6-8 ft, tall enough to be lifted, e.g., trimmed up to expose the contrast of golden, flaking bark and the striking leaf undersides. Prefers a moist situation with dappled shade. Frost hardy to 5F, USDA zone 7b. $18 Hydrangeaceae Hydrangea integrifolia climbing hydrangea Evergreen, climbing hydrangea blooming from June to September with lovely white lace-caps that bees and butterflies love. The shiny foliage brightens up any partly shady or shady spot. Rich soil and average summer moisture is best. Can reach 10 ft or more but is easily pruned in autumn or early spring. Though self-clinging, outreaching branches can break so some support is required. Very frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Hydrangeaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 80 Hydrangea lobbii In our never-ending search for new hydrangeas, especially the evergreens.... this mid elevation species from Taiwan provides horizontal, rounded, glossy green leaves and rounded, flattened heads of fertile flowers surrounded by white to the palest pink, sterile bracts, over 1", appearing to float amid the dark green background. In our garden it has remained evergreen and rewarding, having only suffered during the dry, 20ºF cold spell of 2003. A plant for dappled shade in a protected corner, provided plentiful moisture and out of drying wind. Upper end of USDA zone 8; will recover from a bit lower if mulched. $14 Hydrangeaceae Hydrangea macrophylla 'Mickanya' big-leaf hydrangea A mophead hydrangea with violet flowers and dense, glossy green, rounded leaves -- rather different from other deciduous hydrangeas. A small to medium shrub, to only 4 ft tall or a bit more, for sun or, in the hottest climates, dappled to part shade and rich, well-drained soil with consistent summer moisture. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $16 Hydrangeaceae Hydrangea macrophylla 'New Wave' big-leaf hydrangea A Cistus introduction, a fabulous sport of H. macrophylla ‘Lemon Wave’ that we have been perfecting for some years, selected for its green leaves with wide, gold-yellow margins and, sometimes thin, silver centers. Lacecap flowers are pale blue (in acid soil), blooming in July and lasting into autumn. A large-leaf hydrangea, to 3-6 ft tall and wide, and definitely as robust as ‘Lemon Wave’. Has not sunburned in our experience but best in part shade with reliable summer water. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $16 Hydrangeaceae Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shooting Star' $15 Hydrangeaceae Hydrangea paniculata 'Summer Snow' variegated hardy hydrangea This cultivar, shared with us by plantsman Ted Stephens, displays cream-tinted, pink splashed leaves which merge beautifully with the red petioles and new stems. Lovely upright flowers age gracefully through summer, becoming tawny seedheads for winter display. The older bark flakes a golden color, so best placed to catch the winter sun. Grows 5 ft tall, easily trained to 10 ft, and 5 ft wide. Afternoon shade in hottest climates and periodic water in summer. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Hydrangeaceae Hydrangea petiolaris 'Sutters Mill' climbing hydrangea Shared with us by plantsman Lance Reiners, this deciduous climber emerges with the brightest of golden color each spring, the leaves fading to a bright spring green only with heat. To 10-15 ft tall and eventually larger, with horizontally placed "lace-cap" flowers of white. The golden late season color of the faded flowers in combination with the bark makes for good winter interest. Medium shade for best effect and consistent moisture. Frost hardy -5F, USDA zone 6b. $16 Hydrangeaceae

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Hydrangea serrata 'Golden Sunlight' PPAF golden mountain hydrangea Deciduous shrub, to 5 ft tall and wide, with foliage emerging clear yellow in spring and turning soft green in late summer. Primarily grown for the bright foliage, the lacecap flowers are white but rather sparse. Accepts full sun without burning in all but the harshest light and tolerates shade as well. Bred by H. Kolster, Netherlands in 1995. Supplemental summer water. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $14 Hydrangeaceae Hypericum olympicum var. uniflorum 'Citrinum' variegated st. john's wort Interesting and textural St. John's Wort, ours from the beautiful gardens of Cold Springs Nursery in Duvall, WA. A low growing, perennial or shrublet, to 15" tall in wide clumps of single, nearly erect stems with small, blue-green leaves and, in midsummer, pale, lemon-yellow flowers sitting atop the stems. Very showy but subtle. Prefers sun, well-drained soil and summer water to establish. Very drought tolerant thereafter. Evergreen into USDA zone 7 and expected root hardy in zone 5. $12 Hypericaceae Ilex aquifolium 'Crassifolia' leatherleaf holly Cultivated since the 1700s, this oddly handsome, small holly reaches 6 - 8 ft tall but very slowly, its curved leaves, shiny and dark with their distinctive, soft spines standing out on dark purple stems in the new growth. Spring flowers are white but inconspicuous, producing no fruit on this male cultivar. Sun to part shade with average summer moisture, though these can tolerate some drought once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Aquifoliaceae Ilex aquifolium 'Ferox Argentea' silver hedgehog holly Hedgehog holly is definitely an appropriate name for this spiny, variegated creature, with green leaves edged in creamy white that includes sharp points on the leaf margins and spines on the upper surface of leaves. Makes This male clone doesn't produce berries so can't become a nuisance. Evergreen and tough -- up to 15 ft tall x 8 ft wide though easily kept smaller -- and a handsome and very effective barrier, screen, or accent plant. Fine in sun or shade with summer water at least to establish. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. Said to be deer resistant. $14 Aquifoliaceae Ilex cassine var. angustifolia A splendid south eastern US native holly to 12-15’ in time with gracefully arching branches and narrow 1” long evergreen leaves. The females become adorned with deep red berries in fall and winter. One of the best fine textured broadleaved evergreens for uses as far north as the bottom of USDA zone 7, 0F. Can be trained very much like an olive. Full sun to dappled shade with even summer water along the west coast. $14 Aquifoliaceae Ilex crenata 'Golden Gem' golden japanese holly A petite, golden form of an otherwise vastly overused little holly, this -- rarely exceeding 18” (but has been seen at 3 ft in dark alleys) -- has a clean golden appearance and dense growth habit. Good rock garden plant, container specimen, or bonsai, able to withstand a multitude of garden conditions though prefers decent winter drainage and protection from the hottest sun in hottest places. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $14 Aquifoliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 82 Ilex vomitoria 'William Fleming' fleming yaupon holly A strikingly upright cultivar of a southeast US native, the form is columnar --like Italian cypress (Cupressus sempervivum), reaching 8-15 ft, though easily kept lower -- and accented with glossy, evergreen leaves, to about 1" long, and small, orange-red berries in autumn. On mature plants, the upright branches can lean and develop upright branchlets so plants are easily shorn or tied to retain a tighter presence. More tolerant of moisture than Italian cypress. Lovers of heat and tolerant of drought once established, they are frost hardy 0F, USDA zone 7, and are best in full sun to only lightly dappled shade. As the name suggests, the fruit should not be eaten. $12 Aquifoliaceae Ilex x attenuata 'Sunny Foster #2' One of a large group of most attractive hybrids, this pyramidal shrub to very small tree, eventually reaches 8 -12 ft with 2” glossy leaves of the brightest golden-yellow aging spring-green, giving the entire plant a velvety two-tone effect. The brighter the light the more the contrast, unless you live in Phoenix in which case brown would add to the mix. Good garden focal point for vertical effect. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, or even upper zone 6. Some summer water in driest climates and for best leaf color. $14 Aquifoliaceae Illicium henryi - Camellia Forest clone henry anise tree Native to central and western China this evergreen shrub or small tree, shared with us by Camellia Forest Nursery in North Carolina, can eventually reach 7-15 ft tall and wide. Anise-scented leaves are about 6" long and slender, said to be deer resistant, and late spring flowers are cupped and copper to dark red. Part shade to shade; remains dense and shapely even in deep shade. Can be grown in full sun in milder climates. Good for screening. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zones 7. $14 Theaceae Illicium parviflorum 'Florida Sunshine' Golden yellow form of the Florida sweet anis selected from a vast array of seedlings by plantsman Tony Avent. Native of the southeast United States but seems to thrive anywhere (excepts deserts) in USDA zone 7 or above. To 5-6 ft tall. Burgundy flowers are quite a contrast to the foliage. Plant in dappled or at least afternoon shade to maintain foliage color. Best in well-drained soil with summer water in dry places. $15 Magnoliaceae / Illiciaceae Impatiens flanaganae Very new to cultivation and rare, this species from East Africa grows to 3 or 4 ft on red, potato-like, prolific, tuberous roots and produces masses of orchid-like flowers on tall stems with magenta upper petals and large soft pink lower petals. Very exotic. For shade and moist soil. From a low elevation, but surprisingly frost hardy, to 10F, USDA zone 8, or lower. $12 Balsaminaceae Impatiens omeiana A handsome, hardy dwarf impatiens, winter deciduous, with cream-yellow flowers hidden by the handsomely variegated foliage. Reaches 8-10” tall and spreads slowly but has not seeded around. Part shade to shade with regular moisture. Very well behaved and frost hardy, resprouting in USDA zone 7, and possibly lower, with mulch. $12 Balsaminaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 83 Impatiens omeiana 'Ice Storm' mt. omei impatiens A diminutive, wide-leaved form of this somewhat uncommon species from China’s Mt. Omei with leaves dusted silver-pink and golden flowers beginning late summer and lasting to fall. Named by Mr. Impatience, Derick Pitman, of Sacramento, CA. Easy to grow in light to heavy shade if kept moist - the deeper the shade the more silver the leaves. Perennial and frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $12 Balsaminaceae Impatiens rhombifolia For the impatiens lover, a surprisingly frost hardy but little known creeping impatiens, to only 6" tall with stems that root along the ground wherever there is sufficient moisture. The flowers are exotic, yellow with interior red spreckles covered by a bit of hood, appearing in late summer and autumn. Tough in part shade to shade in rich soil that is kept evenly moist. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7! $14 Balsaminaceae Incarvillea arguta himalayan gloxinia A perennial sub shrub, these from seed wild-collected in Yunnan Province in China. Eventually to to 2-4 ft tall with a woody base, the foliage is large and handsome, with leaves that are much divided and fern-like. Flowers are pale pink trumpets resembling a Penstemon and appearing in mid summer through early fall. Prefers gritty, neutral soil; tolerates other conditions but requires excellent drainage. Sun to part shade. Drought tolerant but accepts regular water -- with that good drainage. Frost hardy in USDA zones 8-10. $12 Bignoniaceae Indigofera heterantha himalayan indigo Very tough and very beautiful, deciduous pea shrub with rose-purple flowers from May through frost. Grows quickly to 5 ft wide and high, but can be kept much smaller through the growing season and even cut to the base in late winter to refresh. It blooms on new wood so it gets bonus points from us. Sun to part shade with little summer water necessary once established. Heat tolerant as well. Frost hardy to -15F, mid USDA zone 5. $11 Fabaceae Indigofera pseudotinctoria 'Rose Carpet' From an increasingly large group of pea shrubs now available for gardens, this is one of the best we have found in some time. Remaining under a foot in height but spreading or spilling to several feet with delicate, compound leaves of under an inch and intense rose flowers over a very long season from spring through fall. A lover of moderately rich soil, this is a must-have for container or the sunny border that receives at least occasional summer water. Trim once a year to maintain desired shape. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Fabaceae Iochroma australe SBH - Argentina Collection mini angel's trumpet Also known as Acnistus australis. Wonderful angel's trumpet from Argentina, this deciduous shrub reaches 6 -8 ft flushing with deep purple-blue bells in profuse layered sheets under the horizontal branches spring to early summer and periodically into fall. Summer drought tolerant but flowers best with even moisture. Can be coppiced to maintain compactness but the winter structure of nearly white branchlets is an additional attraction. Root hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, and top hardy above 20F, $11 Solanaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 84 Iochroma australe SBH 6129 mini angel's trumpet A wonderful shrubby angel's trumpet (previously Acnistus australis.) This form, collected by Sean in Argentina, produces a profusion, indeed a plethora of dark blue, bellflowers hanging from each branch in spring and early summer, outstanding against the pale bark and dark leaves. These deciduous shrubs reach 6-8 ft tall and nearly as wide if left untrimmed. For sun to part shade, flowering best with summer moisture but tolerant of drought once established. Can be coppiced to maintain compactness but the winter structure of nearly white branchlets is an additional attraction. Root hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, and evergreen in zone 9, 20F and above. $11 Solanaceae Ipheion uniflorum 'Charlotte Bishop' pink spring starflower A somewhat new, pink form of this always popular flowering bulb, with lightly fragrant and particularly large, star-shaped, bright pink flowers in late winter to early spring. Clumps of, grassy, blue-green leaves rise to only 4-5", fitting anywhere in sun to part shade. Drought tolerant but appreciates some summer water. Particularly useful under the bright edges of shrubs where there is much root competition or anywhere spring pink is welcome. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $9 Amaryllidaceae Ipheion uniflorum 'Froyle Mill' starflower This native of Uruguay was selected for its deep, uniform blue-purple color and its large flower size. A hardy bulb, its foliage appears with the flowers in early spring, then fades in summer heat, returning in September. Best in light shade in rich, light soil with regular summer water. Extremely easy to naturalize. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $9 Amaryllidaceae Itea ilicifolia holly leaved sweetspire Foot long, fragrant racemes of tiny, greenish white flowers drip down in summer from this graceful, 10 ft, evergreen shrub with its soft, holly-like leaves. Bees love it. You will, too, in the background, as a specimen or an effective screen. For shade or part sun with protection from the afternoon sun in hottest places. Prefers rich soil and regular summer water. Frost hardy to 5F, mid USDA zone 7. $12 Iteaceae Jasminum beesianum 'Marshall Olbrich' We would like to call this a Cistus introduction, but really it is a Cistus name for a dark-flowered form found by Western Hill Nursery's Marshall Olbrich and planted by the front garden gate. A vigorous climber, to 10 ft or more, and evergreen, with particularly dark, purple-pink flowers to only about 1/4" wide, over a long season from spring to fall. Very good in containers, as a fence cover, or a larger trailing vine. Prefers sun to dappled shade with some summer water. Frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7.

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Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 85 Jasminum officinale 'Aureovariegatum' variegated poet's jasmine Vigorous, twining, variegated poet's jasmine with green, gold-splashed foliage on vines that quickly reach 14 ft tall on a trellis or winding through tall shrubs or trees, adding bright color and, in summer, the exquisitely sweet aroma of the abundant white flowers. Deciduous, the new leaves emerging with hints of orange. Blooms on new growth so trimming is best done in the fall. Full sun to part shade with at least occasional summer water. Frost hardy to 5F, mid USDA zone 7. $14 Oleaceae Jasminum officinale 'Aureum' golden poet's jasmine Unusual and exciting variegated poet's jasmine, a plant we brought home from Britain a number of years ago, having been struck by the foliage, green with warm yellow splashes, and the bare winter stems, green with yellow stripes. Our larger plants have reached 12 ft and and make a wonderful show spilling over fences or mixed with other vines. Summer flowers are white and sweetly fragrant as in other cultivars. Best in light shade to full sun with consistent summer moisture. Frost hardy to 5F, mid USDA zone 7. $14 Oleaceae Jovellana sinclairii Stump your horticultural friends with this one. Very pale lilac, bell-shaped flowers, purple spotted on the inside - reminding us a bit of Calceolaria blooms -- appear in summer on this 2-3 ft, evergreen shrub from New Zealand. Prefers part to full shade and consistently moist soil. A collector plant, but easy. Can be cold hardy in USDA zone 8. $11 Calceolariaceae Juncus effusus bog rush, common rush Clump forming rush, to 2-4 ft tall and wide, with rounded, upright, leafless stems, a nice cheerful green. Flowers in summer, the inconspicuous blooms emerging yellowish brown from the sides of stems. A great accent in the garden and good in containers or submerged tubs. Sun to part shade. Tolerates wetland conditions as well as garden soil with summer water. Spreads by underground rhizomes and can seed itself. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $8 Juncaceae Justicia rizzinii firecracker flower Semi-hardy, small, rounded 3-4 ft shrub with small,evergreen foliage and tubular winter flowers in scarlet with yellow tips. Best in sun to part shade in fertile soil with regular summer moisture. Very tolerant of heat and humidity. Excellent in a container. Definitely worth the trouble to take cuttings to overwinter or lift and store inside. Frost hardy to 30F, USDA zone 10. $12 Acanthaceae Kadsura japonica 'Variegata' variegated magnolia vine Choice evergreen vine with handsome, variegated leaves, shiny green, irregularly edged in creamy white -- sometimes entirely white. This magnolia relative, found in China, Japan, and Korea, eventually reaches 15 ft tall and 10 ft wide, twining on pergolas, sculptures, fences, or anything handy. Spring flowers, also creamy white, are cup-shaped and add to the show, as do the fall clusters of red berries. Brightens any shady spot that has rich soil and receives ample summer moisture. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $14 Schisandraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 86 Kageneckia oblonga bollen This unusual evergreen tree, brought to us by plantsman Mike Remmick, is endemic to Chile, thriving at 2000 ft in the coastal mountains and in areas of winter water and, possibly, 3 months of drought. Reaches 16 ft tall with oblong, toothed and leathery leaves and, in spring, clusters of simple white flowers with 5 petals. Prefers sun and better than average drainage and accepts periods of drought once established, tolerating summer water as well. Expected to be a tough, resilient, evergreen tree for western gardens (North American as well as Chilean) to at least 10F, the bottom of zone 8. $14 Rosaceae Kalanchoe tomentosa panda plant, pussy ears A wooly-leaved succulent, with fat, felty leaves covered in silver-white hairs -- a water conservation adaptation -- giving the plant a foliage a bluish appear except for the tiny brown spots along the bumpy leaf margins. Found in the wild only in Madagasgar, these charming succulents thrive in full sun, lean soil that drains well, and a thorough drying out before being watered. Frost hardy to 25F, mid USDA zone 9 and a fine pot plant to be overwintered indoors where temperatures dip lower. $8 Crassulaceae Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Chocolate Soldier' panda plant, pussy ears It is the chocolate-brown margins and nearly black tips of the fuzzy, 2", oval leaves that give this plant its cultivar name. A succulent shrublet from Madagascar, forming clumps or tiny, tree-like plants, up to 1.5 ft tall, the leaves covered with silver-white fur. Bitty green flowers are rarely produced. Best in light shade to shade in very-well-drained soil with very little moisture, needing water only once month in season and never in winter -- even in pot culture. Frost hardy to 25F, mid USDA zone 9, for brief spells. Otherwise a great pot plant. $8 Crassulaceae Kerria japonica 'Albescens' white japanese kerria Deciduous shrub, enjoyed especially for its single flowers with oddly shaped petals in creamy, pale yellow. To 6 ft tall and wide, but easily trimmed, these are lovely in early to mid spring when covered with flowers. Fine in part shade to full sun with occasional summer water. Said to be deer resistant. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $15 Rosaceae Kerria japonica 'Picta' japanese kerria Variegated Japanese kerria -- not your grandmother's plant -- with toothed, triangular leaves of grayish green edged in white on a spreading shrub to 2 ft tall and wide over a few years. Flowers in spring, producing abundant, single, yellow flowers, showy against the textured foliage. Best in part shade, out of the hottest afternoon sun, in fertile, well-drained soil with summer water. Blooms on last year's wood so prune after flowering. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. Occasionally found as K. japonica 'Variegata'. $11 Rosaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 87 Kirengeshoma palmata yellow wax-bells Native to mountains in Korea and Japan, this shade-loving, deciduous perennial has large, dark green and shiny, maple-shaped leaves on stems to 4 ft tall forming clumps to 2-3 ft wide, all decorated in late summer with clusters of showy, pale yellow bells at the end of each stem. Performs best in rich, composty soil with regular summer water in part to full shade. Can be divided in early spring just as new growth appears. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $11 Hydrangeaceae Kniphofia hirsuta 'Fire Dance' fire dance dwarf red hot poker These South African natives, from the high Drakensburg Mountains, stand only 18" tall, forming a clump to 18" wide. Good for a small, perennial bed. Flowers are bi-color red and yellow on spikes. Easy in good garden soil with little summer water but lots of sun. Extremely frost hardy; to -20F, USDA zone 5. $12 Xanthorrhoeaceae Kniphofia pauciflora dwarf torch lily Thought to be extinct in its native South African habitat, this charming, small kniphofia, to only 18" tall in clumps to 15" wide, has grassy, green foliage and tall stems of butter yellow flowers over a long season beginning with the first blooms in spring and continuing occasionally into September. Originally found in marshy grasslands, these enjoy moist soil -- so summer water in full sun. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7 with winter mulch for extra protection. $11 Xanthorrhoeaceae Kniphofia sarmentosa $11 Xanthorrhoeaceae Lagerstroemia 'Fantasy' crape myrtle Wonderful crepe myrtle, upright to 40 ft tall with white flowers, exfoliating bark in brown, red, and orange, and good fall color. Full sun, good drainage and some summer water for best flowering. Withhold fertilizer after flowering to lessen the tender new growth that might be subjected to cold once winter arrives. A perfect street tree, shade tree, or garden specimen. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $14 Lythraceae Lagerstroemia chekiangensis $16 Lythraceae Lampranthus 'Hot Flash' Petite shrubby mesem from the oh-so-rich flora of South Africa. This selection maintains pleasing gray-green leaves on plants only about 8-12" on height with purple-red flowers in abundance in spring, summer, and occasionally throughout the year. Alas, only hardy to the lower reaches of zone 9 or above 20 degrees F but superb container plant, bonsai, or large-scale jewelry. Full sun and mineral soil. $8 Aizoaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 88 Laurus nobilis 'Aurea' golden bay For the culinary gardener -- a densely branched, evergreen tree, 6-15 ft wide x 10-30 ft tall, with bright yellow, aromatic leaves - bay leaves, only yellow - that can season soups and stews. Small, yellowish flowers are followed by black, fruit. Native to the Mediterranean in moist valleys, so well-drained soil, sun to part shade, and some summer moisture is best, at least until well established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zones 8. $14 Lauraceae Laurus nobilis 'Crispa' undulate grecian laurel Also known as "wavy bay," this selection of Grecian laurel has leaves that are not only tasty, used for flavoring meats and soups, but also handsome, the leaf edges crisply textured with tight undulations. Easy to grow, this large shrub to small tree, to 12 ft tall or so, is evergreen, upright and fast-growing in full sun, lean and well-drained soil, and little to no summer water once well established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. Sometimes found as Laurus nobilis 'Undulata.' $14 Lauraceae Ledebouria 'Gary Hammer' spotted squill A charming version of the common squill, this South African form has wonderful foliage, long narrow, gray- green leaves, evenly spotted and lasting for up to three months before dormancy arrives. Forms clumps to only 6" tall x 20" wide. The flowers are a pale blue and proliferate cheerfully. Sun and dry summers, though summer moisture is tolerated. Don’t be fooled, hardier than they look! Frost hardy to a bit below 10F, upper USDA zone 7. Does well in containers. $11 Liliaceae Lepechinia chamaedryoides chilean pitcher sage New introduction by Seedhunt of an evergreen mint family member, this one from Chile, forming a shrub to 6 ft tall with attractive, minty, velvety foliage and spring flowers, pale blue bells with white edges along the stems. Bees are gonna love 'em! Full sun, well-drained soil, and little summer water once established. Frost hardy to at least 20F, the bottom of USDA zone 9, so try in a protected spot, out of wind or grow in container with winter protection. Worth any trouble. $11 Lamiaceae Leptospermum grandifolium mountain tea tree Our clone from good friend Kevin Hughes, most recently of Hampshire's Spinner's Nursery. A shrubby tree to 10 ft or so with thick, gray-green leaves with a silver shimmer. In midsummer the foliage is absolutely smothered with 3/4" whitish pink flowers lasting a very long time. A must have for the proper garden. Frost hardy through the single digits F, USDA zone 7. $15 Myrtaceae Leptospermum humifusum $14 Myrtaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 89 Leptospermum lanigerum - Mt. Wall tea tree This late spring flowering Tasmanian tea tree becomes a medium shrub in time, to 5-10 ft tall x 3-5 ft wide -- not really a tree at all. Silvery evergreen leaves are small and fragrant when crushed or brushed and meld well with all sorts of other foliage types while creating a perfect backdrop for the small, single, white, fragrant flowers. Full sun to light shade is best where soil is well-drained. Needs little summer water once established. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $15 Myrtaceae Leptospermum lanigerum - purple leaf form wooly tea tree Spring flowering tea tree with handsome, darkish blue leaves infused with purple rather than the silver blue of the straight species, but similarly small and fragrant when crushed or brushed and a perfect backdrop for the 1", single, white, fragrant flowers in early summer. Evergreen, reaching 5-10 ft tall x 3-5 ft wide in full sun to light shade where soil is well-drained. Needs little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Myrtaceae Leptospermum namadgiensis alpine tea tree One of the nicest tea trees to come to us in a long time, this shared with us by Paul Bonine of Xera Plants and named after Namadgi National Park on the Australian Capital Territory/ New South Wales border. Only found in the late 80s growing on thin soils at high elevations and introduced to us recently. To 3-4 ft tall with small, shiny, evergreen leaves and spring flowers, white ever so slightly tinted pink, for sun to dappled shade. To us the most striking feature is the bark, peeling in sheets to a light orange. Plants in the garden should be lifted to expose this lovely feature. Good hedging or container plant and rather drought tolerant in the ground. Has been tested so far in this country to as low as 5F with no damage, therefore a confidant USDA zone 7b. $12 Myrtaceae Leptospermum rupestre 'Highland Pink' alpine tea tree $9 Myrtaceae Leptospermum scoparium broom tea tree, manuka myrtle The broom tea tree is among the most beautiful of the teas, a evergreen shrub to small tree, typically growing to 6-10 ft tall x 4-6 ft wide in the garden, with deep green, slightly prickly, burgundy tinted leaves and clouds of white flowers in spring. Prefers bright conditions, sun to part shade, and at least a little extra summer moisture in dry climates. These plants, from seed, wild collected on the New Zealand's South Island, are expected to be frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8.

$14 Myrtaceae Leptospermum scoparium 'Washington Park Hardy' Leptospermum scoparium is among the most beautiful of the teas so we were happy to find this one surviving robustly after a 10F winter in Seattle's Washington Park. Though a shrub to under 4 ft at the time there, in our garden, with a little more heat, it quickly lept to a 4 x 8 ft specimen with deep green, burgundy tinted leaves and clouds of white flowers in spring. We kind of think of it as a purple Italian cypress for bright conditions and some summer water especially in dry climates. We declare it hardy easily to the mid teens F so, USDA zone 8b, and possible to mid USDA zone 7. $12 Myrtaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 90 Leptospermum sp. [Eugene, OR hardy] Collected and shared with us by plantsman Ian Barclay, this clone of a tough plant from Eugene, Oregon, has small, dark green leaves on dark stems, similar, we think, to L. sericeum but with the added provenance of having been through some of the coldest winters in Eugene's Willamette Valley frost pocket. By its early growth rate, we would guess to an eventual height of 6-8 ft, or smaller with pruning or hedging. White spring flowers are often repeated into fall. Sun to part shade in well-drained soil with at least occasional summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Myrtaceae Lespedeza liukiuensis 'Little Volcano' little volcano bush clover Shared with us by plantsman extraordinaire Ted Stephens, this 6 to 8 foot shrub from the garden of Dr. Shibamichi in Japan begins flowering mid-autumn (and sporadically year-round), producing a lava flow of magenta to cerise flowers accentuated by striking late November-December golden fall color. Despite its subtropical origins in the Ryukyu Islands of Japan, this has been reliable in USDA zone 7. A lover of warmth and water. Full sun to half shade. Particularly good as container plants or near wall edges. $15 Fabaceae Leucosceptrum japonicum 'Golden Angel' japanese shrub mint Lovely golden-foliaged shrub for the shade garden, a Japanese perennial that keeps its color throughout the summer. (May fade where summer nights are warm, but plants are easily refreshed by hard pruning.) To 1-3 ft tall and wide, this little charmer creates a bright spot in morning sun or light shade with summer water. Grown primarily as a foliage plant, but also produces pale yellow, fragrant bottlebrush flowers in autumn as an added bonus. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $14 Lamiaceae Lewisia cotyledon [mixed seedlings] bitterroot One of northern California and southern Oregon’s most beautiful native wildflowers. These are seedlings and can be expected to produce an eye popping range of flower colors, the exact color unknown for individual plants but all should be charming. The evergreen rosettes are handsome as well, offsetting slowly to add more plants and more color. Give these sun and excellent drainage and enjoy the show. May go deciduous in too much heat or cold, but they are frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $9 Montiaceae Libertia cranwelliae cramwell's iris A rarely offered iris, endemic to New Zealand's north Island and threatened in its natural habitat, Cranwell's iris resembles Libertia ixioides, with fans of slightly wider, somewhat stiff, grass-like leaves, to 20" tall, turning a bit more yellow in bright sunlight, and short sprays of white flowers nestled among the leaves in spring followed by decorative, orange seed pods that hold on for months. Best in full to part sun with regular summer water for best appearance. Frost hardiness is known reliably to 20F, USDA zone 9, but colder tolerances haven't been tested. Let us know. $12 Iridaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 91 Libertia grandiflora - Neil Leonard new zealand satin flower Bold, evergreen iris relative from New Zealand forming clumps to 3 ft tall x 2 ft wide of long narrow leaves, green and a bit shiny then coppery especially with cold weather. Clusters of small white, perfect iris flowers stand above the foliage for a long period in late spring. Full sun to part shade in rich, well-drained soil with regular water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. This form wild collected by Neil Leonard in southern New Zealand. $15 Iridaceae Libertia ixiodes UCSC 2000.523 new zealand iris A New Zealand iris relative with fan-shaped green leaves, tinted yellow with a center stripe of orange or yellow. This form, from the University of California at Santa Cruz collection, is a most attractive, miniature form with narrow, clumping rosettes or fans to only 6" tall. Dainty white flowers, held above the foliage in spring, turn to orangish berries in summer. Loves full sun or dappled shade and occasional summer water. This UCSC collection, though coastal, has endured temperatures below 20F and is expected to be frost hardy in upper USDA zone 8. $12 Iridaceae Libertia ixioides - dwarf form dwarf new zealand iris Sweet, small New Zealand iris, a dwarf form of the standard species, to only 8” tall or so, with tufted, deep green, grassy leaves and snow white flowers held above. Loves full sun or dappled shade and summer water for best appearance. One of the hardiest of the genus, to 10F or so, bottom of USDA zone 8. $12 Iridaceae Libertia ixioides 'Island Green' island green new zealand iris A Cistus introduction, our selection from L. ixioides 'Taupo Blaze', this form with leaves of avocado green with a darker green stripe, held stiffly erect, to 18" tall and slowly expanding into clumps up to 1-2 ft wide. Flowers are the same as its relatives, white, spring flowers standing above the foliage and producing attractive yellow-orange seed pods. Sun to part shade in well-drained soil with occasional summer water. Frost hardy to a bit below 10F, just under USDA zone 8. Good in containers. $16 Iridaceae Libertia ixioides 'Taupo After Dark' A Cistus introduction. This sport, from a green seedling of the cultivar, 'Taupo Blaze', has been eye-catching from the start, its dark, olive-green leaves with, indeed, violet hues make it a standout in any container or garden. Stiff leaves, to 18" tall or so, form clumps to 1-2 ft wide showing off clusters of 3-petaled, white flowers in spring followed by yellow-orange seed pods. To for best color but dappled shade is fine with even summer water for best growth. Frost hardy, with summer water and protection especially from freezing winds, to the mid teens F, USDA zone 8b. $11 Iridaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 92 Libertia peregrinans 'Gold Leaf' orange new zealand iris Introduced from New Zealand in about 2006 this evergreen “flag” makes spreading clumps of plants, to 18” tall, with dainty, iris-like foliage tinted a golden-orange that is more intense in winter. Slightly lean soil and bright light for best color. White spring flowers produce clusters of black fruit, attractive against the foliage. Able to withstand wet soil and all but severe drought. Another good container specimen and/or knitter. Frost hardy to 0F, the low end of USDA zone 8. $12 Iridaceae Libertia sessiliflora - cl. 1 [Alarrobo, Chile] $14 Iridaceae Ligustrum japonicum 'Rotundifolium' curlyleaf privet Evergreen shrub that grows quickly to a dense 4-6 feet tall x about half as wide, with smooth and shiny, dark leaves, somewhat curled with margins occasionally showing a bit of red. White flowers are scented in pyramidal panicles in spring. A very useful shrub for sun or part shade, well-drained soil, and regular summer water. Easily pruned to shape. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Oleaceae Ligustrum lucidum 'Variegata' glossy privet Forget all you know about privets. This plant rocks! with its tricolor leaves in cool white-grey-green and panicles of tiny white flowers in spring for hummingbirds and butterflies, followed by tiny black fruits (drupes) that birds love. Evergreen, these are easily maintained as large shrubs or small trees, to 6-10 ft tall, useful as single specimens or as a screen or hedge. Happy in full sun to almost full shade with good drainage and regular summer water. Rewarding in that difficult spot. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Oleaceae Ligustrum ovalifolium 'Variegatum' variegated privet Upright shrub or even small tree to 10-12 ft, easily be pruned into a hedge or the shape of your choice. Evergreen to semi-evergreen with 1-2” leaves consistently streaked green and white. This plant was given to me as a hardy form of Myrtus communis and I believed it for quite some time…talk about feeling silly. Good, tough, container, garden, or hedge specimen. Drought tolerant. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6 or below. A little too happy in the US Southeast so we cannot send it in that direction. $14 Oleaceae Liriope muscari 'Okina' frosted monkey grass Brighten a garden spot with this stunning, clumping monkey grass, to 10” tall, from China. Evergreen leaves emerge a very eye-catching white in spring and become streaked through the season, turning all green in the fall. Stalks of lilac flowers in late summer add to the delight of this special plant. For sun to shade. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6. $16 Liliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 93 Lithocarpus densiflorus var. echinoides SBH 7182 tanoak A favorite West Coast native shrub and very diminuitive form of the tan oak. These Siskiyou Mountains endemics grow only to 3-4 ft in height, forming dense rounded shrubs. The blue-green leaves, particularly powdery blue in this collection from the Oregon Mountain, have undersides of nearly white and new growth a blue-tinted-pink and furry. The flowers look like those of a chestnut with branched, cream-colored inflorescences and golden brown “acorns.” Tough, native mostly to serpentine soil regions, they seem at home anywhere on the West Coast with lean soil and away from summer garden water. Not a plant for humid summer climates. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $14 Fagaceae Lithocarpus densiflorus var. echinoides SBH 7413 tanoak Another in our collection of this favorite West Coast native shrub and very diminutive form of the tan oak. In this form, the leaves, to 2" long, are the most intense light blue of any found in this collection from the Oregon Mountain, their undersides nearly white and new growth a blue-tinted-pink and furry. Otherwise, like others of these Siskiyou Mountains endemics, growing only to 3-4 ft in height, forming dense rounded shrubs. The flowers look like those of a chestnut with branched, cream-colored inflorescences and golden brown “acorns.” Tough, native mostly to serpentine soil regions, they seem at home anywhere on the West Coast with lean soil and away from summer garden water. Not a plant for humid summer climates. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $14 Fagaceae Lithocarpus edulis tanbark oak This extremely handsome, Japanese evergreen, tanbark oak is usually a shrub to 10 ft in the garden, but can be pruned as a small tree. Leaves are glossy yellow-green on top and blue-green underneath. Acorns are both ornamental and edible. Full to part sun with regular water to establish. Drought tolerant thereafter. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Fagaceae Lithocarpus henryi tanbark oak Tanbark oak. China. Tree to 65', with rounded crown. Leaves elliptic-oblong, glossy above, paler beneath. USDA zone 7. $18 Fagaceae Lonicera aff. nitida OJ08VV054 [Ozzie Johnson] Shared with us by plantsman extraordinaire by the same name from his collection in China, this creature stands to about 6 ft or more with handsome, evergreen leaves held in layered branches and small insignificant flowers -- unless you are another lonicera -- that produce lovely, translucent, amethyst fruit. We particularly like it lifted into a miniature tree form where it's stunning fruit can backlit and thoroughly enjoyed. Sun for best fruit or part shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7, possibly colder. $11 Caprifoliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 94 Lonicera confusa soft leaved honeysuckle Vining honeysuckle, to 25 ft, with gray-green foliage that is softer than the more commonly grown L. japonica. Flowers appear in spring with some fall rebloom, opening to white curled petals that fade to yellow. Fragrant, of course and a lovely texture. Sun where temperatures are cool and light shade in hottest climates. Requires regular summer water. Evergreen or semi-deciduous, depending on winter cold. Frost hardy to 15F, mid USDA zone 8. $12 Caprifoliaceae Lonicera crassifolia creeping honeysuckle A teensy weensy goundcovering honeysuckle….it’s about time. This Asian, woodland, evergreen rarely grows more than 3” in height, a single plant spreading to about 3 ft in as many years. Foliage is dense, with small, shiny, rounded leaves, thick and succulent as the crassifolia name implies. A profusion of cream colored flowers with hints of pink appear in late spring to early summer leading to bluish black berries for autumn and beyond. Great small-scale groundcover for the woodland or spiller for container. Likes consistent moisture and shade to half sun. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Caprifoliaceae Lonicera nitida 'Briloni' briloni box-leaf honeysuckle Golden leaved honeysuckle shrub for the shaded garden. Blooms sparsely in spring, the small white flowers followed by small, bluish fruits. Slow growing, to only 3-4 ft tall and wide over time and smaller than other golden forms, with arching branches that add texture and bright golden accents. Tolerates sun but tends towards a more chartreuse color. Enjoys summer water but tolerates some drought once established. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $11 Caprifoliaceae Lonicera nitida 'Lemon Beauty' lemon beauty box-leaf honeysuckle If you are going to commit a horticultural faux pas, you might as well do it with this. Evergreen shrub, to 4-6 ft with tiny green leaves edged yellow, remaining so in a bit of shade; variegation becomes less distinct, more overall yellow, in brightest light. ‘Lemon Beauty’ makes a very nice low hedge. As a single plant, it shines. Sun to part shade with normal water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6. $12 Caprifoliaceae Lonicera nitida 'Silver Beauty' Tough and useful evergreen shrub for full sun to bright shade, this with handsome, variegated foliage, light green edged in white. Occasional small cream flowers produce purple berries. Good for a finely textured hedge or garden specimen. Grows slowly to 6 ft or so, but easily sheared to shape. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $9 Caprifoliaceae Lonicera nitida 'Twiggy' dwarf box honeysuckle Sweet version of a classic, landscape plant with tiny golden leaves that hold their color well. Smaller than the species, growing slowly to 2 ft tall and wide, dense and, indeed, twiggy, these are excellent as hedging, border plants, or single specimens creating a bright spot in sun to part shade with average summer water. A New Zealand introduction, evergreen to 10F, USDA zone 8, and cold hardy to -20F, zone 6. $12 Caprifoliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 95 Lonicera standishii 'Platt Garden Form' standish's honeysuckle This robust selection of the deciduous, 6-8 ft shrub was introduced by the late and great gardener, Jane Platt. It’s most outstanding feature is the white, 1” trumpets that begin opening as early as November, most often in December, lasting through April in great fragrant abundance. That said, a plant for the background but within 15 ft of the front door. We prune ours back slowly over the winter by harvesting the small, upright branches from those larger arching ones, for continuous winter bouquets. Sun to part shade. Drought tolerant, though some summer water in dry climates helps bud formation. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6. $14 Caprifoliaceae

Loropetalum chinense 'Carolina Midnight' PP18977 chinese fringe flower A new Chinese witch hazel with the "blackest" of burgundy leaves -- and they are shiny, too -- and, in winter to early spring, flowers of a saturated cerise leaning towards crimson. The form is very upright, to 4-5 ft tall and nearly as wide. Best in sun to dappled shade protected from wind and harsh weather with regular summer water for best performance. Easily frost hardy in USDA zone 8 and expected to accept temperatures to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Hamamelidaceae Loropetalum chinense 'Daybreaks Flame' chinese fringe flower This Chinese witchhazel cultivar from the Kunming Botanical Garden has year round appeal with multi-hued foliage, in purples and reds where light is bright, but especially shines in spring with dark pink witchhazel flowers covering the shrub. Evergreen, to 3-6 ft or so. Full sun to dappled shade and moist conditions. Frost hardy to upper USDA zone 7. $14 Hamamelidaceae Loropetalum chinense 'Sizzling Pink' chinese fringe flower Another of the fabulous array of red-leaved, evergreen witch hazels with a rounded, oval, burgundy leaf, fading somewhat into olive tones with summer heat, and spreading branches on a shrub to 4-6 ft with the brightest cerise-pink, thread-like flowers in spring and early summer and occasionally through fall. The dark hues of the foliage make very good knitting either in the border or container. Best with summer water in dappled shade to full sun and the “bakiest” position possible in cool summer climates. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Hamamelidaceae Luma apiculata From a delightful South American genus of myrtaceous shrubs and small trees, this one reaching 8-12 ft with shiny round leaves, honey scented white flowers and reddish to purplish to black fruit often used in preserves and eating out of hand. One of the most striking features is the white, cream, and pink patterns that develops on the trunks as plants age. Often found growing nearly in small creeks but able as well to withstand drought. This form was collected in southern Chile and should be among the hardier of the group withstanding low teens F, mid USDA zone 8, with no damage. Where temperatures are likely to fall lower, place out of wind or possibly consider moving to a better climate. $12 Myrtaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 96 Lysimachia paridiformis var. stenophylla DJHC 704 Dan Hinkley's collection from China's Emei Shan from whence have come so many exciting plants, this is a striking, evergreen perennial with dense clusters of golden-yellow flowers all summer long atop stems to 10" tall or more. Forms well-behaved clumps of whorled foliage, the leaves dark green and shiny with hints of bronze, in sun or part shade where soil is well-drained and some summer water is provided. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Primulaceae Lysionotus pauciflorus Another intriguing gesneriad, this with deeply lobed shiny leaves to about 18” frequently adorned with lavender-purple “snapdragons”. A very good plant indoors anywhere, or outdoors where temperatures do not fall below the upper 20sF. We find it is vigorous enough to make a very good pot stuffer for shady situations. Keep from the hottest of sun and place on a saucer of damp gravel if used as an indoor plant. Frost hardy to 25F, USDA zone 9b. $12 Gesneriaceae Magnolia figo 'Port Wine' banana shrub This lovely evergreen, now included in the genus magnolia, grows to 6-10 ft, with shiny, slightly leathery leaves. Needs a warm, protected spot for producing the best flowers, those delicious creations of cream inner petals and and outer petals colored a dusky port-wine -- all with an intense strawberry banana bubble gum fragrance. Sun and well-drained soil with some supplemental water in summer. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $16 Magnoliaceae Magnolia figo var. skinneriana 'Everblooming' All the attributes of the banana shrub condensed into a smaller, at least for us, densely pyramidal 6-8' shrub, flowering at each node over a long period, often several times a year with late winter and spring, then again late summer/autumn, being most floriferous. Exceedingly fragrant, this is quickly rising to the near surface of our 100 top-favorite evergreen magnolias! Still very new to cultivation in this country, shared with us by plantsman Ted Stephens of Nurseries Carolinianus. We find a warm, moist position with bright light and good drainage best for flowering. USDA zone 7. Fabulous container plant, flowering reliably inside. $16 Magnoliaceae Magnolia grandiflora 'Riegel' riegel southern magnolia Lovely and useful evergreen magnolia, somewhat smaller than the species in all its parts, excepting the flowers which are fragrant, creamy white, and the large size typical of M. grandiflora. The leaves are ovate, narrower than the species and up to 8" long, shiny and green above with a rusty brown underside. These terrific trees reach 20-40 ft tall x 15-30-ft wide in full to part sun. Soil tolerant and tolerant of some summer drought once established. Said, as well, to be resistant to deer and tolerant of wind. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Magnoliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 97 Magnolia laevifolia - large form Received as Michelia crassipes, this is clearly a steroidal form of the very lovely Magnolia laevifolia, larger in all its parts -- to 20 -30 ft tall x 10-15 ft wide with 4” leaves, the undersides clothed in coppery indumentum as are the stems and flowers buds, and abundant, sweetly fragrant white flowers in late winter and spring and often again in autumn. Successful and happy in full sun to part shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy to at least 10F, USDA zone 8. (As mentioned elsewhere, originally named Michelia yunnanensis, then Magnolia dianica, and finally, we hope, M. laevifolia.) $18 Magnoliaceae Magnolia laevifolia - round leaf Stunning plant! Recently called M. dianica and previously Michelia yunnanensis but this plant is always fabulous with its graceful, ropey foliage; profuse, intensely fragrant white blooms in spring and summer; and first rate cinnamon indumentum on the buds in autumn! This form has pleasingly rounded leaves and a more compact habit than the straight species, reaching only 6-8 ft in time. Easily accepts sun to half shade with regular water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and very possibly into mid zone 7. $14 Magnoliaceae Magnolia laevifolia 'Free Spirit' New for 2013. A most lovely small evergreen, a spreading to strongly weeping form of M. laevifolia with satiny copper colored indumentum on the leaves stems and flower buds. Very fragrant white flowers appear from early to late spring and occasionally again in autumn. To 3-4 ft tall and particularly useful planted atop walls, slopes or in containers. Best in sun to part shade with regular summer. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Magnoliaceae Magnolia laevifolia 'Snowbird' Recently known as M. dianica and previously Michelia yunnanensis; fabulous by any name. This selection, originally from seedlings from the Kunming area of China, was made by plantsman Nevin Smith for its compact habit, to 4-6 ft, and abundant white flowers occurring from late winter to mid spring when their fragrance can be experienced from some distance. Cultivation as for its kin with consistent moisture and nutrition, decent drainage and dappled shade to full sun. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $18 Magnoliaceae Magnolia laevifolia 'Velvet & Cream' A wonderful cultivar of the always lovely Magnolia laevifolia, this developed in New Zealand, selected for its large (for the species), fragrant white flowers in abundance in early spring and often again in fall. A sturdy shrub, to 8 ft tall or so, easily trimmed, with somewhat weeping branches with 3" leaves covered in copper indumentum. Flowers buds that begin to develop in autumn are covered in coppery indumentum as well. Best in sun to half shade with consistent summer water. Frost hardy into the single digits F, upper USDA zone 7. Recently M. dianica, previously Michelia yunnanensis. $18 Magnoliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 98 Magnolia laevifolia 'Velvet Cascade' Graceful, ropey foliage -- slightly weeping in this cultivar from Eric Sannor. Recently M. dianica, previously Michelia yunnanensis, and always fabulous. White blooms are profuse and intensely fragrant over a long period beginning in spring. Plus cinnamon indumentum on the new buds! Sun to half shade, regular water. Can be reach 10 ft but can easily be kept small with careful pruning. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8 and very possibly into mid zone 7. $20 Magnoliaceae Magnolia laevifolia 'Warm Fuzzies' Upright but dense selection of M. laevifolia with dark copper to coffee colored indumentum on leaves, stems, and buds. To 8-10 ft tall with dense growth, a perfect backdrop for showing off the white petaled, fragrant flowers born in great abundance in late winter through mid-spring and occasionally repeating later on. Particularly useful for screen or even hedging. Best in sun to part shade with regular summer. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Magnoliaceae Magnolia maudiae smiling forest monkey tree Also known as the "smiling forest lily tree", this is one of the best magnolias to arrive from China, though still not easily available. A member of the michelia group which includes some of the most floriferous of the evergreen magnolias, M. maudiae shows off an abundance of large, white, lemon-scented flowers in early spring, and from an early age -- a perfect contrast to the large, blue-green leaves that remain handsome all year long. Fast-growing, reaching 15-20 ft tall x a somewhat narrow 8-10 ft wide in 10 or so years. A stunning and rewarding tree for sun to part shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $22 Magnoliaceae Mahonia gracilipes Peek at the brilliant white leaf undersides and fall in love. This rare, Chinese evergreen mahonia, introduced into western horticulture in 1980 by Roy Lancaster, has graceful, blue-green, compound leaves with surprising white undersides, and, in summer, sprays of pretty, delicate flowers with purple-red petals and ivory interiors. Sturdy and choice. Native to shady limestone cliffs, though it’s quite happy in garden conditions in full sun with moist soil to nearly full shade. Can reach about 6 ft high x 5 ft wide eventually. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $19 Berberidaceae Mahonia x lindsayae 'Cantab' Sturdy 5 ft mound of large glossy upright-held leaves. Mid winter fragrant yellow flowers followed by dense blue berries that birds love. Ignored by deer, it prefers full to part sun and normal water. Zone 8 $14 Berberidaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 99 Maianthemum aff. flexuosum JSM The Fan Xi Pan collection from Portland's own Josh McCullough from upper and mid elevation woodland. To 10-12" tall with crisped, folded, and otherwise velvety green leaves spreading to form small colonies with flowers, somewhat insignificant unless you are one of its pollinators. For us the beauty has been its "evergreenosity" for the last few years. Shade to semi-shade in rich moist soil. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Asparagaceae Maihuenia poeppigii - Lowrey clone Collected as seed 30 years ago by the Lowrey of rock garden fame, this southern Chilean cactus, appearing on volcanic slopes amid monkey puzzles and flame trees, grows to a 6” high by 3 ft wide mound with tiny fingers adorned with rice-grain-sized leaves. Cheery yellow flowers occur in spring. An easy plant, requiring full sun, good drainage, and occasional summer water for quicker growth. A fine container or pot specimen or in the rock garden or rock wall. We have ours growing with the hardy bromeliad, Fascicularia bicolor for great contrast. Expected frost hardy to USDA zone 5. $15 Cactaceae Manfreda 'Macho Mocha' Possibly a hybrid between Manfreda jaliscana and Agave scabra, this nearly 2 ft plant, from the semi-desert canyons just over the mountains from Monterey, Mexico, boasts deep purple leaves with, indeed, coffee- colored polka dots over the entire plant. For sun, good drainage, and average summer water. Evergreen to 20F and root hardy into the low teens, USDA zone 8. $14 Amaryllidaceae Maytenus boaria MDR 12 - P mayten tree Handsome, evergreen tree from Chile, to 16 ft tall, with dark, furrowed bark, and graceful, pendent branches with tiny, light green, willow-like leaves, the rounded form, indeed, resembling a weeping willow -- with the messy leaf drop. Best in sun to part shade with good drainage. Bi-weekly, deep watering for several years encourages both faster growth and deeper roots that are less inclined to create annoying, surface suckers. Once well established, tolerates periods of drought. Cold hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Celastraceae Melicytus ramiflorus SBH 8941 $14 Violaceae Metapanax delavayi delavay false ginseng A truly elegant, evergreen aralia relative from Southern China, a shrub to 8-10 ft tall and wide, with finely cut, compound leaves and, in maturity, clusters of white flowers in late summer turning to black berries, winter food for the birds. Best in dappled sun to partial shade in rich, moist soil. Our clone, from the University of Washington Arboretum in Seattle, is frost hardy and undamaged in upper USDA zone 7 and possibly lower. (Synonym: Nothopanax delavayi) $14 Araliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 100 Metapanax delavayi 'Stout' stout delavay false ginseng A Cistus introduction. Selected from our seed grown plants, this clone of an already desirable evergreen aralia relative, has rather thickened compound leaves, more schefflera-like than its brethren. A graceful shrub or small tree, these have a sturdy form, maintaining an upright stance. Mature plants produce late summer clusters of white flowers that become black berries providing winter food for the birds. Dappled sun to part shade and rich, moist soil are best. Frost hardy to upper USDA zone 7 and possibly lower. (The species, until recently, was Nothopanax delavayi.) $18 Araliaceae Metrosideros kermadecensis 'Variegata' Evergreen shrub to small tree, to 4-6 ft tall, with variegated foliage, shiny green with cream especially on the leaf edges. Brilliant red, brush-like flowers are gorgeous in late spring to mid summer. Prefers full, hot sun and accepts both consistent moisture and periods of drought once established. Does well in windy, coastal conditions. Tolerates only light frost in USDA zone 9 so, where winter frosts are usual, best in a container that spends its winters indoors. $11 Myrtaceae Metrosideros umbellata [Hokonui, SI, NZ] $12 Myrtaceae Metrosideros umbellata UCSC 83.153 southern rata This form of the New Zealand Christmas tree, a fine evergreen shrub to small tree, came to us from the University of California at Santa Cruz at Berkeley. Slow-growing, to an eventual 10-15 ft or a bit more, these have a dense cover of narrow, shiny, bright green leaves and, in early summer on mature plants, spectacular bright red, powder puff flowers -- magic for bees and hummingbirds. Best in sun to part shade with cool soil and regular summer water. (Probably not a plant for the US South.) Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9. $14 Myrtaceae Mimulus 'Georgie Boy' From a wonderful group of plants, indeed woody monkey flowers, inhabiting dry cliffs from western Oregon to the northern Baja, this with bright, yellow flowers and glossy, mid-green foliage on plants to about 3 ft in height. Tolerant of great summer drought though continues growing and flowering with summer water. Bright light for best flowering. Reliably frost hardy between 15 and 20F, mid USDA zone 8, though stressed plants are a little bit tougher. $9 Phrymaceae Mitraria coccinea - David Mason’s Robust chilean mitre flower South American gesneriad, an evergreen, scrambling shrub or small, interwoven mound with small, dark green leaves and flaming orange-red tubular flowers from late May-July. Requires protection from wind and moist, well-drained soil, rich in humus, in bright light or part shade where roots can remain cool. Easy in USDA zone 9 and tolerates temperatures to 10F, zone 8, in the best locations. Otherwise good in containers with winter protection. $12 Gesneriaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 101 Morus 'Itogawa' thread leaf white mulberry This unforgettable dwarf mulberry presents a tangled face with twisted branches and cut leaves that curl and float, adding to the complex, lacy texture -- easy to love. This is an old Japanese selection, a small shrub that reaches 1-3 ft tall in sun to part shade. Deciduous and appearing like twisted sticks in the winter once the ribbony leaves have provided their yellow fall display. Works well for bonsai, in containers, or as a striking specimen in the garden. Said to be deer resistant as well. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. 'Itoguwa' translates as "Atomic Blast', as if the plant had been through a disaster and survived. $16 Moraceae Morus alba 'Chapparal' white mulberry We feel this is the best weeping mulberry, with its silvery bark and filigreed leaves on weeping stems, green in summer and golden in autumn before dropping. Blooms in spring but as a male form, does not fruit. Easily trained to stand to 6-12 ft tall and wide with branches reaching the ground, but also striking when allowed to spill over a a structure. Prefers full sun or dappled shade and summer water though tolerant of some summer drought. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Moraceae Muehlenbeckia astonii wiggy-wig bush This is one of the most unusual of the wire vines -- and it's not even really a vine! Another archetypically New Zealand plant with its wonderful divaricating, beak-proof adaptation. M. astonii forms a 3 ft, very dense mound of black, wiry stems adorned with tiny round leaves and minute flowers pollinated by who-knows what, but something really, really small. Has the same architecture as the genus Corokia but tighter and smaller. Prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright light for best form. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $14 Polygonaceae Muehlenbeckia complexa 'Texture Big Leaf' A straightforward cultivar name - truth in advertising - for a robust form shared by Texture Plants of Christchurch, New Zealand, collected quite probably from Three Kings Island. The large leaves, on the same dark stems as others in the genus, can exceed 1" in diameter. Forms a vigorous vine, to 10 ft or more, or a formidable ground cover / spiller. Can root along the stems and could be a bit energetic for the small garden but is definitely useful in urban spaces or where good coverage is wanted in sun to part shade. Spreads slowly or not at all away from summer water, a good control in the American west. Though its origins suggest tenderness, all indications suggest frost hardiness to the single digits F, USDA zone 7b. Wonderful hanging basket or container filler. $9 Polygonaceae Muehlenbeckia complexa 'Tricolor' tricolor wire grass A variegated version of the useful, ground-covering wire grass, the leaves splashed with green, white, and pink on dark, wiry stems to only 6" in height, spreading slowly. Evergreen, forming dense mats in sun to part shade in almost any soil but needing some summer water where particularly dry. Very good around steps or larger specimens such as New Zealand flax. Also successful in containers. Frost hardy to 8F, upper edge of USDA zone 7. Sometimes sold as M. axillaris. $11 Polygonaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 102 Musella lasiocarpa golden lotus banana This banana relative is more shrub-like than its kin, with sprays of 3-6 ft tall stalks of gray-green foliage until frost. Once its feels established, a bright yellow flower the size of a softball will appear and remain all summer long, sometimes producing tiny little bananas. Flowering shoots die back to be replaced with new, vigorous stems. Best in sun to part sun with regular summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Musaceae Myrsine australis $12 Primulaceae Myrtus communis 'Variegata' variegated sweet myrtle Pretty selection of a popular myrtle, the fragrant leaves, glossy green with creamy white margins, creating a lovely background for the abundant, small, white summer flowers -- also fragrant. A medium sized, bushy shrub, reaching 8-10 ft tall and wide, these are easily trimmed or sheared. Useful as a hedge or specimen in the sunny garden. Drought tolerant once established and frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Myrtaceae Nandina domestica var. leucocarpa white fruited heavenly bamboo Not only is this heavenly bamboo a paler green than others, its berries are a ghostly white to banana yellow. VERY cool. Use as you would other nandinas but perhaps provide a bit of shade to protect the leaves from burn. An excellent evergreen, to 6 ft tall x 4 ft wide in ten years. Drought tolerant in shade, once established but accepts summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6. $14 Berberidaceae Narcissus bulbocodium var. conspicuus hoop petticoat daffodil Diminutive and tough little daffodil, superbly adapted to dry areas and rock gardens. The 6-12" tufts of chive- like foliage appear in autumn in mild climates with bright yellow, 1" hoops appearing as early as February. In colder climates, foliage appears in February with flowers in early spring. This European native multiplies freely in well-drained soil in sun to a bit of shade. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5. $11 Amaryllidaceae Narcissus sp. [China Doll Narcissus] A lovely creature with a long history in horticulture; a plant introduced from its Asian origin hundreds of years ago via the silk road. Also a favorite from Sean’s childhood garden. Several fragrant, 1” flowers with a yellow-orange trumpet are produced in late November but certainly by January. For a sunny spot with good summer baking. Frost hardy to the bottom of USDA zone 8. $11 Amaryllidaceae Nerine 'After Hours' cape flower, guernsey lily A lovely amaryllis relative the flowers soft pink with a blue center line and hints of blue throughout, the parents including N. sarniensis, N. bowdenii, and N. pudica. Summer dormant, the flowers emerging "nekked" from September to November; leaves appearing in December and January. Adapted to dry or wet summers provided good drainage and sun. Plant with bulb necks slightly above the ground. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, with mulch for winter protection. $14 Amaryllidaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 103 Nerine bowdenii 'Silver Pink' guernsey lily From South Africa, these bulbs are winter growing, producing their flower buds in autumn, followed by strap- like leaves that continue through winter. Flowers are, yes indeed, silver pink, appearing just when color is a bonus. Best in full sun with very good drainage and little summer water. Plant with bulb necks slightly above ground. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, but may lose leaves in the upper teens F. Add mulch for winter protection. $12 Amaryllidaceae Nerine humilis - deep pink Fabulous floriferous bulbs, amaryllis relatives from South Africa, this one with masses of rather frilly, deep pink flowers, somewhat more finely textured leaves than others. To 12-14" tall. Summer dormant, the flowers emerging "nekked" September-November after which the leaves appear in December and January, remaining through spring. Adapted to dry or wet summers provided good drainage and sun. Should be planted with bulb necks slightly above the ground. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8 but may lose leaves in the upper teens F. Add mulch for winter protection. A fine container plant. $11 Amaryllidaceae Nerine sarniensis 'Brilliant' Delightful rich dark pink flowered amaryllis relative from eastern South Africa, adapted to dry or wet summers provided good drainage and bright sun. Summer dormant, the flowers emerge "nekked" in September-November and leaves appear again in December and January. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, but may lose leaves in the upper teens F. Add mulch for winter protection. $14 Amaryllidaceae Nerine sarniensis 'Cherry Ripe' Another charming amaryllis relative from South Africa, this one with candy-pink flowers that emerge "nekked" in September-November before the leaves emerge as winter rains begin. Adapted to dry or wet summers provided good drainage and sun. Should be planted with bulb necks slightly above the ground. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8 but may lose leaves in the upper teens F. Add mulch for winter protection. A fine container plant. $12 Amaryllidaceae Nerine sarniensis 'Old Rose' guernset lily This amaryllis relative from eastern South Africa is very floriferous. Summer dormant, the large, deep rose, lily-like flowers appear alone and "nekked" from September through November followed by the grassy foliage that emerges in December and January growing happily with spring rains before going dormant. Adapted to wet or dry summer provided the soil drains well. Should be planted with bulb necks slightly above the ground. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, but may lose leaves in the upper teens F. Add mulch for winter protection. $12 Amaryllidaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 104 Nerine sarniensis 'Pink Satin' Another delightful amaryllis relative from eastern South Africa, this with deep pink, lily-like flowers. Summer dormant, the flowers emerge "nekked" September - November after which the leaves appear in December and January, remaining through spring. Adapted to dry or wet summers provided good drainage and sun. Should be planted with bulb necks slightly above the ground. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, but may lose leaves in the upper teens F. Add mulch for winter protection. $14 Amaryllidaceae Nerine sarniensis var. corusca 'Major' Shared with us years ago by plantmans Nevin Smith, this robust nerine stands as tall as 18" with 5 or more inch heads of eyecrossing orange flowers that become scarlet tinted with age. Autumn flowering at about the same time the leaves begin to emerge for their winter, as the Mediterranean portion of South Africa. Easy going in cultivation, either in the ground where temperatures don't linger below 20F, USDA zone 9, or in pots that can be pulled into a cool, bright damp place for the winter. In containers, keeping them every so slightly rootbound encourages flowering. $11 Amaryllidaceae Nerine x pudica 'Strawberry Sorbet' Another nerine cross, this between the coral-pink flowered N. sarniensis and the white N. pudica creating a delicious flower in cheery strawberry pink with a white center. As with others in the genus, these are summer dormant, the flowers emerging "nekked" September - November after which the leaves appear in December and January, remaining through spring. Adapted to dry or wet summers provided good drainage and sun. Should be planted with bulb necks slightly above the ground. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, but may lose leaves in the upper teens F. Add mulch for winter protection. $14 Amaryllidaceae Nerium oleander 'Hardy Yellow' - double The flowers are yellow and double on this special oleander, one of the hardiest clones in cultivation. Reaching 4-6 ft, these love full blasty sun and little to no supplemental summer water once established. Evergreen to upper USDA zone 8, the leaves can burn around 14F. Plants are root hardy in lower USDA zone 7, having resprouted from the low, single digits F. $16 Apocynaceae Nolina ['La Siberica' strain] A Cistus introduction. The original plants selected from seed collected at 8000 ft, in La Siberica, Mexico with recent plants grown from the seed of these handsome plants that form a symmetrical fountain of long, graceful, flowing leaves, eventually developing a trunk up to 6 ft tall. Definitely attracts attention in the Cistus garden. Enjoys full sun and requires very little summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 105 Nolina microcarpa SBH 6726 bear grass Beautiful, tufted, liliaceous perennial, to 4 to 5 ft high and wide, that retains its dark green luster throughout the winter. The leaf are long ribbons with tips edged in a curled “doodad,” making them even more interesting when backlit. The inflorescences are narrow, reaching 8 ft or more, with clusters of small white flowers looking vaguely pampas grassy. Drought tolerant though faster growing with regular summer water and happy in full sun and lean soil. This collection from one of my favorite places -- above Jerome, Arizona at over 8,000 ft. The frost hardiness should allow cultivation in areas of cold at the lower edges of USDA zone 5, possibly much colder with snow cover. $15 Agavaceae Nolina nelsonii x Dasylirion wheeleri Sent to us by plantsman Jeff Anderson these are the result of "traffic" between two plants in his garden producing a rather large, to 6 ft, rosette, of sparsely toothed leaves. We don't yet know what their variability would be but they should be of a more robust texture than the dasylirion and possibly faster growing. Best in full sun and pushed with a little summer moisture in summer dry places, avoiding ground that remains soggy in winter -- shouldn't we all?. Should be fully frost hardy to the single digits F, USDA zone 7b. $12 Agavaceae Nolina texana texas sacahuista A bigger, bolder version of the somewhat more common and varied N. microcarpa. This Texas native grows to a bold textured 5 ft with deep green arching leaves and creamy white flower spikes rising to 8 ft or more in spring and summer. Exceedingly drought tolerant but a little summer water would increase its growth rate. Sun to dappled shade. Frost hardy to about 0F, USDA zone 7, or even a little below. $15 Agavaceae Nothofagus menziesii silver beech This collection from Beaumont, New Zealand of the silver beech (which has red leaves while the red beech has silver bark -- confusing?). Names aside, this is a delightful, fine-textured tree that is taken a bit for granted in its home ground but is a fine addition to the western North American garden. to 20-30 ft in the garden, eventually, with layered, ruffled, leaves of under 1/2" set upon delicate sprays of branches that stand out against the smooth pale bark. Perfect for the small garden, patio, or light woodland where its evergreen or ever-red foliage can be seen from up close. Likes even moisture over the summer in full sun for the brighest leaves. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Nothofagaceae Ochagavia carnea - cl 1 cardoncillo Rare in cultivation, this clumping perennial appears as a spiny pineapple and is possibly the hardiest bromeliad to be found NOT growing on telephone wires but rather as a terrestrial on rock faces and scree. From the western slopes of the central and southern Andes, this from the Cañon Infiernillo, growing with austrocedrus on sunny, gravelly slopes opposite shady slopes covered with Eryngium eburneum in nearly mirror image. But “this clearly weren’t no eryngium...’cause”... the rosettes open to form a bright pink powder puff with bluey pink flowers emerging. This clone, with its beautifully toothed leaves, makes a striking plant. We have every reason to believe it might be hardy to the upper reaches of USDA zone 7 but certainly zone 8 with good drainage and bright light. Great for containers as well. Tolerant of long periods of summer drought, but a little more water hastens growth. $18 Bromeliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 106 Odontonema tubaeforme firespike, cardinal guard Panicles of bright red flowers, tiny tubes with flared lips, appear in late summer into winter -- perfect hummingbird food for the late season. To 6 ft tall with 4-5” dark green, oblong leaves with wavy margins form mounding, these form woody-stemmed shrubs in USDA zone 10 and above, behaving as die-back perennials in zones 8 and 9. From Central America in somewhat open, moist areas, these prefer full sun to part shade and, though willing to accept some summer drought especially once established, prefer damp soil and regular summer moisture. Loved by hummingbirds, butterflies, and the less welcome garden visitor, deer. Perhaps there would be enough for all. $14 Acanthaceae Olea europaea 'Ascolana Dura' A top contender for commercial fruit production in cooler coastal climates and the Willamette Valley. Ornamental too. 20 ft+ Weeping branches, strap-shaped leaves with a dusty yellow reverse, and attractive early fruit. Water to establish; withhold in late summer to harden. Sun in fertile soil. USDA zone 8; quite probably 7. $18 Oleaceae Olea europaea 'Grossanne' Developed in France, this cultivar has an upright habit and somewhat dense canopy. A self-pollinator, this variety appreciates sun, well-drained soil, and a bit of fertilizer along with a bit more summer water than most olives.. Withhold water in late summer to harden. Cold Hardy in USDA zone 8, possibly lower. $18 Oleaceae Olea europaea 'Picual' Vigorous, and one of the primary Spanish cultivars, to 12 ft or so in 5 years, with dazzling silver leaves held upright to expose the reflective undersides. Late season fruit is eggplant-purple. Rated as one of Mike Remmick’s three best for harvest in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Sun and lean, well-drained soil. Water to establish; withhold in late summer to harden. Self-fertile but a neighbor is always best. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8, possibly zone 7. $18 Oleaceae Olea europaea 'Vassilika' A Black Sea varietal, a pretty tree, to 15-20 ft tall, with a vigorous upright form enhanced by leaves also held upright in an attractive pattern, reflecting light beautifully in our Mediterranean garden. As with most olive, best in sun, fertile and well-drained soil, and water to establish. Withholding water in later summer allows plants to harden off in anticipation of cold weather. Very frost tolerant, probably to 0F, USDA zone 7, but fruit might ripen best in hotter climates. $14 Oleaceae Olearia frangrantissima $14 Asteraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 107 Olearia macrodonta UCSC 1991.585 new zealand holly Evergreen, shrubby daisy from New Zealand, to 10 ft tall x 5 ft wide, a charming, holly-wanna-be, with long, serrated leaves and clusters of fragrant, white, daisy-like flowers in summer. On mature plants, the bark peels in graceful strips. A rapid grower that tolerates hard pruning. Full sun and well-drained soil is best with average summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $12 Asteraceae Olearia macrodonta var. minor new zealand holly A shrubby daisy-on-a-stick from New Zealand, this one smaller than the species, reaching only 3 ft tall and as wide with soft green, crinkle-textured leaves and corymbs of white flowers in the summer. Like the species, aging bark peels in graceful strips. Full sun is best with well-drained soil and average summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Asteraceae Olearia virgata var. lineata 'Dartonii' daisy bush Another New Zealand ‘daisy-on-a-stick’, growing quickly to 5 to 6 ft tall and sometimes taller with extremely silvery, linear leaves and silvery white summer flowers. A handsome, fine-texture for sun, well-drained soil, and even moisture. And easily pruned to maintain a smaller size. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Asteraceae Olearia x capillaris Handsome evergreen shrub, to 7 ft high and somewhat wides, with roundish, shiny, silvery leaves on reddish new stems. Clusters of white, daisy-like flowers appear in June. A naturally occuring hybrid between O. arborescens and O. quinquevulnera, this handsome plant prefers damp soil in sun to part shade. Frost hardy to 16F, upper USDA zone 8. $12 Asteraceae Olearia x scilloniensis - white form daisy bush An extremely tough, little evergreen shrub, to 3-6 ft tall and wide, with a rounded form, gray-green foliage that is handsome year round, and densely held corymbs of pure white flowers -- daisy-like with yellow centers -- over a long spring bloom. This cross between O. lirata and O. phlogopappa is best in sun and lean, well- drained soil with a little summer water. Evergreen to the upper teens F, USDA zone 8b, and frost hardy in zone 8a in a protected spot. $12 Asteraceae Ophiopogon jaburan 'Vittatus' giant striped mondo grass Large, even "giant," mondo grass, with narrow, arching leaves striped green and white, forming clumps to 1 -2.5 ft tall and wide, and, in late summer, arching stems stand above the foliage topped with racemes of white flowers that turn to pea-shaped, blue-violet fruits that stand out against the paler leaves. Does best in morning sun and rich, well-drained soil with regular summer water. A sparkling, evergreen groundcover for part shade. Frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7, with reports of survival at lower temperatures. Also sold as O. jaburan 'Variegata' $14 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 108 Ophiopogon japonicus 'Silver Comet' snake beard Cheerful, evergreen mondo grass with tallish, grassy leaves, to 8" tall or so, green with fine white stripes. Summer flowers are white, echoing the variegation, and followed by blue berries. Spreads slowly by underground rhizomes, making small, bright clumps in part sun with regular summer water. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae Ophiopogon japonicus var. nana 'Minor' dwarf mondo grass This, the tiniest of the dwarf mondo grasses, is an extremely slow-growing, evergreen lily-turf, spreading only about 1" per year, so plant densely if you want coverage in your lifetime. Perfect for the tiny garden. The flowers are white and the berries sky-blue. Fine in part sun with regular summer water. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $11 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae Opuntia 'Achy Breaky' This complex undoubtedly three way hybrid (O. polyacantha x O. erinaceae v. columbiana x O. fragilis) from the mountains of eastern Oregon (where everyone know things get a little wild) grows only to 6" or so in height and about 3 ft wide, sporting white rust and deep brown spines along with chartreuse and yellow, late spring flowers, and provides interest in both texture and compactness. As is true for one of its parents, O. fragilis, the pads easily detach and connect to anyone or thing walking by. Good for sharing with friends; not so great in regions prone to violent shaking. Cactus requirements -- lean soil, good drainage, and little to no summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia 'Baby Rita' baby rita prickly pear One of the most beautifully colored forms of the frost hardy cacti, a compact prickly pear to 2 ft, with pads to 3-4" that emerge blue-green often aging to greenish yellow tinted pink -- in this case a natural occurrence that doesn't indicate a lack of fertilizer. Late spring, ruffled flowers add to the palette. A hybrid cross between O. santa-rita and O. basilaris, this has all the charm of O. santa-rita in a much smaller plant. Full sun with sharp drainage. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. Great in containers. $14 Cactaceae Opuntia 'Candelaria Flame' A Cistus introduction, from a most variable population in south central Nevada where these shaggy creatures can vary from gold to white to silver to red. Named for both the nearby small town and the color of its sign, this form of Opuntia erinacea var. ursina 'Candelaria' stood out after an October rain with its brilliant auburn spines exquisitely back-lit in the autumn sun. Slow to reproduce, adding only a pad or two at a time. These enjoy sharp drainage in full sun avoiding overly saturated winter soil. A very long lasting pot specimen. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 5. $15 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 109 Opuntia 'Cyclops' cyclops prickly pear Though the name has been around a long time, this plant's origins are unclear We do know this is a cute little prickly pear to 1 ft or 18" in height, probably having O. macrorhiza in its ancestry, with rounded pads of 4-6" forming tight clusters with dark bunches of spines appearing as polka dots from a distance. Cheery yellow flowers appear in mid to late spring. Good for container or sunny garden. And, as one would expect, very drought tolerant though west of the Sierra or Cascades would like a drink from the hose once in a while to spur growth. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia 'Dark Knight' hedgehog prickly pear This striking opuntia, a Claude Barr selection, has long white spines on distinctive pads of purple green, becoming more purple in winter cold. Colorful and even more so in late spring to early summer when the bright, lavender-pink flowers with golden stamens first appear. To 10" tall x 4 ft wide in sun and lean, well- drained soil. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia 'Golden Globe' prickly pear A Cistus introduction. From one of our favorite cactus habitats not far north of the aptly named Cactus Mountain Oregon, we believe actually named for particularly large specimens of pediocactus growing on its flanks. This selection from an obviously hybrid colony (parents = Opuntia polyacantha x erinacea var. columbiana) has shaggy upright pads to about 5" creating clumps 8-10" high by 3-4 ft wide with densely petalled flowers of undulating gold yellow, the orange stamens combining to create quite a show. Careful drainage is a must with these cliff dwellers and full sun. More summer drought tolerant than other prickly pears. Probably frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $15 Cactaceae Opuntia 'Golden Lion' This natural hybrid between Opuntia davisii and O. kleinii, found in the Davis mountains of western Texas, creates a small cholla-like shrub to 3 ft with golden spines – rather obnoxious ones at that -- and pea-green flowers that age to yellow. Frost hardy to -20 F, USDA zone 5, and possibly lower with sharp drainage and full sun. $14 Cactaceae Opuntia 'Peach Chiffon' prickly pear A wonderful new strain of prickly pear with a profusion of silky, peach colored flowers in June on very compact plants, to under 6" tall forming clumps to 30” wide. n extremely prickly creature for full sun to light shade in well-drained soil. Drought tolerant but happily accepts occasional water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $14 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 110 Opuntia 'Red Gem' prickly pear A gorgeous little prickly pear given to us by Colorado's Kelly Grummons and we could find no better description than this with hopefully enough credit due: "An apparent hybrid between O. basilaris or O. aurea with O. fragilis! To 4" high x 18" wide, with small, round, 2-3" wide pads that have very short spines and are fragile (pads break off easily). The petite, deep pinkish red flowers in June are abundant. Beautiful in the rock garden or in containers. Fergusen thinks this MAY be Opuntia polyacantha v. schweriniana … still a mystery." Frost hardy to -30, USDA Zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia 'Smithwick' $12 Cactaceae Opuntia 'Sunset' $16 Cactaceae Opuntia acanthocarpa 'High Ho Silver' Introduced by cactus maven, Sarah McCombs, this 5 ft cholla, with 2” stems clothed in brilliant, silver-white spines, makes an outstanding garden or pot specimen especially where backlit by the sun. Extremely drought tolerant but fastest growing with occasional summer thunderstorms… even those from hoses. Tolerates temperatures a little below 0F with ease, upper USDA zone 6. Best not planted near helium balloons but, otherwise, very easygoing. $15 Cactaceae Opuntia aff. columbiana IB 06 - H65 Collected by plantsman Ian Barclay near Naches, WA where the forms of small padded opuntias are numerous and varied. This form has small, flattened, 1" pads producing downward pointed golden spines and pleasing yellow flowers on clumps to 3-4" tall and spreading. We thank Ian for finding this clone; we love it! More tolerant of winter moisture than many other opuntias and a good pot specimen. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4, or below if that is possible. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia aurea 'Coombes Winter Glow' creeping beavertail cactus Old opuntia selection that is very hardy but, for unknown reasons, now much harder to find. We like it for the unassuming green pads that turn dark red-purple to nearly black in cold weather. To 2 ft tall and up to 3 ft wide with cerise flowers appearing in June. Tough and easy in lean, well-drained soil with lots of sun and little summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia aurea 'Golden Carpet' A spineless form of the creeping beavertail shared with us by Kelly Grummons, with upright blue-gray pads with tiny glochids forming chains across sandy areas in its native habitat, making it particularly attractive in both rock gardens and containers. Bright yellow flowers are one of the earliest to appear and one of the last to finish of all species. A variety that always draws a great deal of attention. Often reblooms in July. To 6" high x 36" wide. Frost hardy in USDA Zone 5. $12 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 111 Opuntia basilaris 'Isabella Blue' A Cistus Introduction: This particularly attractive beavertail with a very light golden pattern of glochids and powdery blue stems comes from a unique spot near Lake Isabella growing among oaks and pines in more typical California oak woodland (rather than in the Mojave Desert). That makes this plant capable of withstanding long periods of summer drought AND a good winter soaking. Strawberry colored flowers in mid spring. To 12-18" in height and 2-3 feet wide (wider if kicked around by cattle as in its native habitat). Careful drainage, bright light. Zone 5. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia basilaris 'Kellys Choice' This charming beavertail cactus hybrid from Mountain States Nursery grows to 3-4 ft with the rounded soft pads of O. basilaris but the upright form and purple tinting of O. santa-rita. Free-flowering in a deep rose-red in mid to late spring. These plants makes fine container specimens or they can be grown outside above USDA zone 5 in bright light and very sharp drainage. $15 Cactaceae Opuntia basilaris 'Peachy' beavertail cactus This beavertail cactus, a native from the Mohave desert of California into northern Sonora, was given to us from an old Albuquerque garden and has been one of the best performers. Attractive clumps, from 3-4 ft wide and 18” in height, with 6” pads of powdery blue-tinted-pink, burgundy in winter, and, indeed, peachy pink flowers in spring and early summer. Though a clone more tolerant of garden water, they still prefer well- drained, gritty soil, especially where winters are wet …and an occasional thunderstorm, artificial or not, in dry summer climates. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia basilaris 'Sara's Compact' beavertail cactus One of many fabulous beavertail cactus selections, this is a lovely semi-dwarf form, reaching an eventual 18” with soft, pinkish-gray pads covered in colorful orange-red glochids -- not to be licked! -- and deep rose flowers. This cultivar was selected by Sara McComb. Plant in full sun in mineral soil where drainage is sharp. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $16 Cactaceae Opuntia basilaris ssp. whitneyana SBH 7775a beavertail cactus Plants from these colonies close to 8700 ft elevation near Mt. Whitney in the eastern Sierra Nevada received some of my first collection numbers during a hike just after high school. This more recent collection from the same area forms a rather dense clump of blue-green pads, to about 4", with neatly spaced, orange glochids and abundant purple-pink flowers in late spring. Has been easy in cultivation though seems to like a well-drained mix whether in the garden or in container, the granite scree in which it grows naturally being a good indicator. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4, or lower.

$12 Cactaceae Opuntia basilaris var. aurea - Garfield City, UT $13 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 112 Opuntia basilaris var. aurea - Zion National Park [David $13 Cactaceae Opuntia basilaris var. brachyclada - San Bernardino County $14 Cactaceae Opuntia basilaris var. heilii - Type local beavertail cactus Named for botanist Ken Heil and collected from the northeastern population of the beavertail cactus. This clone, found growing in heavy alkaline soil in south central Utah and collected via a single pad years ago by plantsman Tim Hannis, produces dense clusters of blue-bodied plants, rather short on glochids, a good thing! It has been our favorite so far growing robustly and producing abundant, warm pink flowers in late spring. Easy in in the ground or container provided full sun and good drainage. Frost hardy to at least -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia basilaris var. ramosa beavertail cactus This far western Mohavian form of one of our favorite beavertails was found many years ago -- possibly an intermediate between the typical brachyclada form. Unfortunately collectors wiped out the colony seemingly within seconds of its discovery. Though we weren't among the collectors, propagules did get around, so here it is -- a pretty thing with each pad under 3", each one stepped atop another and each clump to about 18" tall. Good in containers or in the dry garden. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia echinocarpa 'Portal Blonde' wiggin's cholla A Cistus Introduction: One of Sean's original collections from 1981 from the east face of the Sierra Nevada just downhill from the Whitney portal, this small cholla to about 4 feet is clothed with warm golden spines that fade cream as they age. Yellow flowers in mid spring. Lovers of particularly well-drained soil and easy to grow. A fine container or landscape plant. Zone 3. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia echinocarpa SBH 7777 wiggin's cholla $14 Cactaceae Opuntia ellisiana tigertongue, spineless prickly pear Hurray for this nearly spineless, not-to-prickly, prickly pear with blue-green pads, to 6" in diameter, in clumps to as much as 3 ft tall x 4 ft wide. Late summer flowers are bright yellow. Of probable Mexican origin and found in cultivation in and about alpine Texas, these are beautiful, architectural plants, fast-growing and safe to have around small, curious children. Loves summer water but can fare well without. Frost hardy into the bottom of USDA zone 7. A plant with many synonyms including O. lindheimeri var. ellisiana and O. cacanapa 'Ellisiana'. $12 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 113 Opuntia engelmanii - white spined engelmanii prickly pear Originally collected in the highlands of central Arizona, this upright prickly pear, to 5-6 ft high and as wide, has pads up to 8" or more in width/length of a pleasing olive-green with ivory-white central spines and yellow flowers with a tad of orange in age followed by rounded reddish fruit. This clone has adorned Portland gardens for 20 years or more and is one of the finer of the large prickly pears for us. Full sun to dappled shade along with decent drainage. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia engelmannii - yellow spined $11 Cactaceae Opuntia erinacea 'Browse Cherry' From our own desert plant-meister Tim Hanis, this Cistus introduction was collected in the Opuntia playground of SW Utah. This probable hybrid has closely held white and pale pink spines on compact pads, plants ranging to 12-18" in height and a couple feet in width looking actually rather furry from a distance; they're not! The flowers are quite large, upwards of 3 inches of ruffled, saturated purple-pink and produced freely in mid to late spring, occasionally later with some moisture. Easy to grow with bright light and full drainage. Zone 3. $14 Cactaceae Opuntia erinacea x 'Pink n' White' - Emory County, UT [TH] $12 Cactaceae Opuntia erinacea x fragilis var. columbiana 'Clarno' Particularly attractive form of this lovely native from the painted desert country in Central Oregon. Rounded pads to 3" across bear evenly spaced, golden spines and form clumps to 18" tall. Lean, well-drained soil provides the best site in the garden with little water in summer. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5, or lower. A good container or rock garden plant. $9 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis - dwarf golden dwarf brittle prickly pear Shared with us by friend Panayoti Kelaidis of Denver, this small mat former, quickly to about 3" high x 18" wide and eventually larger, has 1/2" pads with golden glochids and spines. Shy to flower. Very attractive in troughs, pots, or rock gardens, anywhere a low sun angle can can make the golden spines glow. Cactus conditions required -- sun, lean and well-drained soil, and little summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis - Michigan tiny form brittle pricklypear This form, from a population in its far northeastern range, indeed Michigan, was found in wind-exposed outcrops or in mats in the mosses and lichens. Each pad is under 1/2" in length and width, often under 1/4", with a slightly blue cap and not many spines. This little prickly pear is best in bright light and quite water tolerant. Has been frost hardy into USDA zone 3. Good container plant for your artic condo. $11 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 114 Opuntia fragilis - Sequim, Washington brittle pricklypear From a collection by Ian Barclay near his wonderful nursery in Sequim Washington, this rainshadow population growing on rocks near the Puget Sound might not be the most beautiful form in the world but it certainly is interesting -- a rather sparsely spined creature, forming open clumps with occasional light yellow flowers. It is always a surprise to come across a prickly pear west of the Cascades Mountains and these have surprised many a beachcomber taking a break on nearby rocks. Sun for sure. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis 'Alberta Sunset' A Claude Barr introduction many years ago, this diminutive plant from the northern Great Plains grows only to 4-5" to height forming colonies of dense clumps to 18" in diameter over time. With nearly spineless pads and colors beginning warm yellow and aging through colors of the sunset. Fantastic for the rock garden or a small container. Zone 3 $8 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis 'Little Gray Mound' brittle pricklypear Very cold hardy little cactus, to only 3" tall in clumps to 12" wide, with brownish red glochids and pads that turn purple in cold weather. Produces bright yellow flowers in early summer. Tolerates part shade but prefers full sun and good drainage; tolerates drought but enjoys occasional summer water. Cold hardy to -35F, USDA 3b. Also fine in containers. $9 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis 'Red Butte' brittle pricklypear A Tim Hannis collection from a small hill of the same name in Utah. The pads are quite thick, somewhat flattened, to 3" with sturdy golden and white spines. Makes small clumps to about 18" wide. Another very good rock garden, tough or container plant. Frost hardy to at least -30F, USDA zone 4. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis 'Red Hill' $11 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis 'Red N Black' Very nice version of our native Opuntia, this with striking red and black spines growing to 4-6" tall by 3 ft wide and showing off yellow flowers in late spring. Handsome in the sunny well-drained garden, with occasional, monsoon-like summer water for best appearance. Frost hardy in USDA zone 3. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis (debreczyi) var. denuda 'Potato' potato cactus This variety of the fragile prickly pear from the western Colorado plateau tends to be almost entirely nekkid, not even having the tiny glochids we've come to enjoy. A favorite of rock and trough gardeners, these have round pads, to under 2", that clump to at least 3 ft wide but only a few inches in height, turning purplish in winter and producing occasional lemon-yellow flowers in mid spring. This clone shared with us by Western Colorado's Don Campbell. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA Zone 4, possibly lower. $12 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 115 Opuntia fragilis th.073 [Salinas Creek] brittle prickly pear Another find from southern Utah by plantsmanTim Hannis, these small, round, padded clumps, to 4-5" tall and 18" wide, are adorned with cream and white spines and gold glochids. Occasional yellow flowers appear in mid spring. Cute little pot, container, or rock garden creature for full sun. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4, possibly colder.

$11 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis th.073.11 [Monticello, UT] brittle prickly pear From plantsman Tim Hannis, this cutie with 1", purple-blushed pads becoming even more purple in winter making a nice contrast with the orange and white spines. Stands out from quite a distance in the garden or container. Another easy to grow cactus needing only sun and moderately well-drained soil. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. Very good in container or garden. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis var. denudata 'Bronze Beauty' marble cactus This little beauty has small, rounded pads, to only 5" tall, that are dark green turning reddish bronze in bright light and cool weather and forms handsome and colorful clumps to 15" wide with obvious orange glochids but no spines. In late spring to early summer, large, pale yellow flowers appear turning peachy for their second day. Best in full to to light shade and lean, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant but occasional summer water improves appearance. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. Also known as A. fragilis 'Bronze Beauty. $9 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis x - Duchesne County, UT $12 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis x 'Metolius' A Cistus introduction. From a probable stable hybrid population of O. fragilis and O. polyacantha collected east of Mr. Jefferson Oregon, the upwardly held 3-4" pads have well-spaced, pale cream spines, darkening with age, and yellow spring flowers, not in abundance. Creates a nice bold texture for container or a spot in the garden. Care as with other O. fragilis ... easy with good light. Frost hardy to at least -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia fragilis x polyacantha (?) [Nyssa, Oregon] This population, now almost gone because of nearby farming, covers the parched, alkaline shadscale-covered hills near Nyssa, Oregon. Probably an intermediate between O. polyacantha, or O. erinacea, and O. fragilis, the half-dome clump consisting of 3" long, bluish pads strikingly adorned with long white spines and orange glochids. Yellow mid-spring flowers age towards pink. This, one of our more unusual collections, has been quite easy in cultivation given bright light. Probably frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 116 Opuntia gilvescens oklahoma pancake cactus A very tidy, upright prickly pear from the Oklahoma panhandle reaching 3 ft or more with nearly spherical pads of light blue adorned with short golden spines and yellow flowers, sometimes rust-centered, followed by fleshy red fruit. Bright sun is best with lean soil and at least decent drainage. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5, or possibly lower. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia gilvescens 'Oklahoma Pancake' As the name implies, from a distance this little prickly pear does indeed look like a stack of pancakes. To about 3 feet at most with yellow flowers and a halo of small golden spines. Native to the Oklahoma panhandle and environs. Good for garden specimen or a container. For bright light and well drained soil. Zone 4. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia humifusa - dwarf from Claude Barr This early selection by Great Plains plantsman Claude Barr grows to only 5-6" in height but forms a rather dense mat of rounded, shiny green and nearly spineless pads to about 3 ft wide. Cheery yellow flowers appear in summer followed by reddish fruit. Fabulous for planters or as spillers and easy to grow in most soil provided there is no standing water. Some summer water helps to push growth. Frost hardy in USDA zone 3 or 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia humifusa 'Major' As the name implies, certainly a particularly large form of this typically creeping prickly pear found throughout the southeastern US. To 4 feet or more in width with 6 inch pads and blunt, golden central spines, making it particularly pretty when backlit. Warm yellow flowers with orange anthers adorn the plant in mid spring and occasionally in summer (when watered) followed by red fruit. Very good container plant or landscape creature. Also one of the best for partial shade. To USDA zone 3 $11 Cactaceae Opuntia humifusa x macrorhiza $12 Cactaceae Opuntia imbricata 'Guadalupe' chain cholla A Cistus introduction, our collection from the Guadalupe Mountains, skirting the Texas-New Mexico boarder at about 6500 ft. This a particularly rounded, small tree, to about 6 ft tall, with bright green stems and plum colored flowered, abundant in June and producing yellow fruit. Easy and tolerant of many conditions provided decent drainage. Frost hardy to at least -10F, USDA zone 6, probably zone 5. $14 Cactaceae Opuntia imbricata var. viridiflora - Sante Fe, NM $12 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 117 Opuntia leptocaulis 'Barnhart' A Cistus Introduction: Our collection from central Arizona below the Mogollon Rim several years ago where ranchland meets rocks, this makes a small succulent shrub of cholla-like stems but only about 1/8" wide and adorned with golden spines. A fairly long flowering period of yellow flowers followed by small red fruit, often lasting through much of the year. The whole plant grows to only about 18" in height. Easy to grow in a container. For bright, well drained garden conditions (just watch out for the winter sog). Zone 5 $11 Cactaceae Opuntia macrocentra 'Kunzleri' long-spined purplish pricklypear Named for New Mexico plantsman Horst Kunzler, this short, broad form of a most beautiful prickly pear has bluish pads tinted pink in winter -- each pad at least 6" wide and topped with dark "eyelash" spines -- and yellow, orange-centered flower in mid to late spring. Best with sun and a dryish root run. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. Fab container plant. $14 Cactaceae Opuntia microdasys - dwarf red $9 Cactaceae Opuntia microdasys - large form bunny ears cactus Shared with us by Desert Way Nursery, this super-sized bunny ears cactus grows to 3-4 ft tall with bright green pads up to 6-8" across each spotted with pale dots of golden glochids. (The species name, microdasys, joins the Greek words for "hairy" (pieris) and "small" (dasys), perfectly describes this fuzzy feature.) In May or June numerous flowers open pale yellow, fading towards red. Best in lean soil with good drainage and lots of sun. Frost hardy to as low as 10F, bottom of USDA zone 8. Better if kept dry in winter. $15 Cactaceae Opuntia microdasys - Monstrose form bunny ears cactus This form of the bunnie ears opuntia has been in cultivation for a long time but has never become common. Looks like something from the Flintstones; each lumpy pad is covered with golden spots of tiny glochids, the plant occasionally to about 18” and flowering in golden yellow. Best in well-drained soil where it is dryish outside. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. Otherwise an excellent container plant. $15 Cactaceae Opuntia microdasys - white spined One of Sean’s favorite, early childhood succulents, this one with the same perfectly rounded pads but the glochids are cream to nearly white. Summer flowers are yellow. Full sun or brightest windowsill for best appearance. Though most often grown as a container plant, the species is hardy outdoors to 10F, USDA zone 8, or above. $12 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 118 Opuntia microdasys 'Albuquerque' Given to us long ago and found in an old Albuquerque garden in a rather chilly climate where the species often comes to winter...These bunny's ears grow to about 18" tall and spreading to 3' or more over time. The polka dot yellow pattern of the glochids is attractive... Beware though - their soft appearance is misleading as those glochids can be annoying if brushed. Small yellow flowers in mid spring. Zone 7 with good drainage. A good container specimen. $9 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha plains pricklypear These common natives of western dry lands in have round to oval pads, from 1-4" long with dense spines ("polyacantha" means "many thorns") up to 2" long, and form spreading mats to 4-12" tall and up to several feet wide. Early summer flowers are pale yellow and abundant. Cold hardy to USDA zone 4 $11 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha - dark pink flowers A Tim Hannis collection from the amazingly diverse hybrid population near St. George, Utah, this is a very furry-padded creature with white and hay colored spines and cherry colored flowers in mid spring. Vigorous, forming 2 ft clumps in only a few short years. Easy both in container and garden with easy drainage and bright sun. Frost hardy to at least -20F, USDA zone 5. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha 'Browse Pink' Also from Tim Hannis, from the diverse prickly pear population near St. George, Utah, this vigorous plant becomes a 2-3 ft clump fairly quickly, producing a pleasing, mid-pink flower amid the, indeed, red and white, bi-colored spines -- a very nice effect, the plant standing out from quite a distance in Tim's garden. Needs decently drained soil and full sun. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 3. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha 'Citrus Punch' prickly pear Another beautiful prickly pear from Colorado's Kelly Grummons, this spreading creature of under 1 ft in height but eventually to 3-4 ft wide has orange and yellow spines and warm apricot flowers darkening with age. Superb in rock gardens or containers and frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4 or below. Full sun and sharp drainage. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha 'Crystal Tide' This Claude Barr introduction forms dense clumps to 18" tall and spreading to 3 feet. The olive green pads are covered with golden and white spines. Silver pink flowers occur in mid spring. Very good container or landscape plant for well-drained soil and bright light. To zone 3. $11 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 119 Opuntia polyacantha 'Imnaha Blue' A Cistus introduction. A common native of western dry lands, this clone, from northeastern Oregon's Imnaha Canyon, was found weeping several feet off a cliff of red ryolite, the nearly spineless, gray-blue pads appearing almost as if hanging in chains. Assuming not everyone has a cliff, these will form spreading mats to 4-12" tall and up to several feet wide. Early summer flowers are a warm, soft yellow. Ordinary cactus requirements -- sun, lean and well-drained soil, and little or no summer water. Undoubtedly frost hardy into USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha 'Imnaha Sunset' A Cistus introduction. A common native of western dry lands, these found in northeastern Oregon's Imnaha Canyon. They have round to oval pads -- from 1-4" long with dense, orange spines (polycantha means "many thorns) up to 2" long -- and form spreading mats to 4-12" tall and up to several feet wide. Early summer flowers are, in this selection, yellow with orange stamens and particularly abundant. Frost hardy at least into USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha 'Peter Pan' hedgehog prickly pear Collected by Kelly Grummons in Colorado's Pawnee National Grasslands, this stunning, perpetually juvenile, non-flowering form has pads of 1-3" covered in bright, white spines. Forms a spiny, white carpet to only 3" tall and spreading slowly to up to 2 ft wide. A good selection for rock gardens or troughs in sun and well- drained soil. Drought tolerant. Frost hardy to -40F, USDA zone 3. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha SBH 7505b A Cistus introduction and a vigourous plant, growing to 15-18" tall x about 3 ft wide, with shaggy white to straw colored spines completely obscuring the pads. n mid to late spring saturated yellow flowers appears each aging tangerine in time, giving a bi-colored effect. Seems to flower best when allowed to grow as it pleases so be lenient. Needs full sun, good drainage. Good in rock gardens, troughs, or containers. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $14 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha x - San Rafael Swell A Tim Hannis collection from southern Utah, this possible hybrid has small, 2-3", rather flattened pads with white to straw-colored spines all forming dense clumps to about 18" wide or so and only 4" tall. The flowers appear in some abundance of rose-pink aged white. Easy both in container and in the ground given normal prickly pear conditions in sun with moderately good drainage. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4, or lower. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia polyacantha x erinacea var. columbiana SBH 7524 Large, 3-4in bluish pads, very twisted spines (few). Warm yellow/orange w/ red stamens. Zone 4 $14 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 120 Opuntia polyacantha x SBH 7503c A Cistus introduction. A diminuitive little thing, this O. polyacantha, seemingly introgressed with O. fragilis or possibly someone else, forms a rather dense clump of flattened pads, to only 2-3", with pale spines and, in mid to late spring, flowers of a rather intense gold with contrasting red stamens. Another easy to grow prickly pear for container, rock garden, or jewelry in good light for best spine and flower formation. Frost hardy to at least -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia potsii var. montana A wonderful little cactus from Santa Fe, New Mexico, to only 4" tall x 30" wide, with green pads and very short spines. Summer flowers are lemon yellow, single and simple. Best in lean soil, good drainage, and bright light, though these are more shade tolerant than most opuntias. Needs little to no summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA Zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia pusilla - gold spined form cockspur prickly pear Diminutive, mat-forming prickly pear from the Gulf Coast to the lower Carolinas, found most often in coastal sand dunes with 2" flattened pads, yellow flowers, and, in this form, golden spines, making a most attractive, fast-growing garden or container plant. Pads easily detach and can be shared purposely or not. Frost hardy in low USDA zone 7, possibly zone 6. Quite moisture tolerant as well. $11 Cactaceae Opuntia ramosissima 'Sara's Robust' $9 Cactaceae Opuntia sp. - round pads, orange glochids $9 Cactaceae Opuntia sp. SBH 6852 $12 Cactaceae Opuntia sp. SBH 9116b - mini pad $9 Cactaceae Opuntia spinosior - highest elevation form cane cholla Classic and most attractive cholla, from elevations over 8100 ft in southeastern Arizona's Pinaleño mountains, with tightly held, silver-tinted-pink spines on rounded branches and cherry red flowers in late spring on “shrubs” to about 4 ft -- the entire plant a luscious purple in the colder months of winter with the branchlets handing downward. A beautiful contrast to the greeny yellow fruit. Full sun, good drainage, and, where dry, occasional summer water to boost growth. Frost hardy to -20F, zone 5, possibly a bit lower. $14 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 121 Opuntia strigil marblefruit prickly pear Unusual, south Texas native, prickly pear, to 3-4 ft or so,with round, 6" pads, the sharp spines chocolate- brown and evenly spaced. Creamy yellow flowers appear in May or June and produce small fruit that blushes red. Does well in full sun to bright shade, lean and well-drained soil, and little or no summer water. Frost hardy to 10 to 15F, USDA zone 8, more reliable if dry in winter or with excellent drainage. A very good container plant for bright light. $15 Cactaceae Opuntia violacea var. macrocentra black-spine prickly pear One of the most striking, southwestern prickly pears with the appearance of a small tree to 6 ft tall, this form to 3 ft, with round pads blushed pink, turning a deeper pink in winter with good light. This subspecies has wiry black spines at the tops of the pads making a striking combination. Flowers a cheery yellow-centerd apricot. Sun and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant but accepting of summer water. Frost hardy to 15F, mid USDA zone 8. $14 Cactaceae Opuntia whipplei 'Tiny Tim' A Cistus introduction, but we must thank Tim Hannis for finding this northernmost Utah population of O. whipplei and particularly for this striking clone. These spiny, miniature chollas, reaching only about 6-8" in height but spreading to 6 ft or more, are variable in color with 1-2" long "pads" covered with golden spines. Even these small plants manage to produce a number of yellow-green flowers each spring followed by yellow fruit. A most attractive garden "shrub" or container specimen for sun and decently drained soil. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae Opuntia wrightii - white spine Small cholla from northern Arizona and adjacent places --perhaps more familiar by its old name and synonym, Opuntia wrightii - white spine, this collection does have white spines rather than the silvery spines of the genus. Tightly held branches form a miniature “tree” to about 3 ft tall. Greeny yellow flowers are abundant in mid spring. Easy to grow in bright light and gritty soil with occasional summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. A very good container specimen. $15 Cactaceae Opuntia x rutila - red/black spines This so far unnamed hybrid was an early Colorado Plateau collection by plantsman Claude Barr. Stout orange- red and black spines mark pads roughly 3" long, the elongation suggesting parentage by O. polycantha and O. fragilis. Mid spring, yellow flowers fade to apricot. Wonderful for small rock gardens with the usual cactus conditions -- sun, lean and well-drained soil, and little or no summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $12 Cactaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 122 Opuntia x rutilia These seem to be intermediate population between O. polyacantha and the ubiquitous O. fragiis coming from the western Colorado plateau. This very pretty form has 3" or so robust pads, purple tinted and turning much darker in winter, with rust and white spines emerging firey orange. The flowers are medium pink in mid spring. Easy in container or garden given bright light and half-way decent drainage. Probably frost hardy to -40F, USDA zone 3. $11 Cactaceae Orixa japonica 'Pearl Frost' japanese orixa This deciduous member of the citrus family grows to 8 or more ft tall with a graceful habit and 5" foliage edged and streaked in creamy white. Though tolerant of full sun, these are particularly beautiful on the edge of woodland with darker plants behind. Slower growing than it's great parent but vigorous nonetheless in medium drainage in medium shade to full sun. Requires regular summer water. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $15 Rutaceae Ornithogalum candicans summer hyacinth, spire lily A late blooming lily relation that sends up spikes of fragrant, white flowers in late summer when there are fewer bloomers about. Foliage is dark green and grass-like, increasing to form handsome clumps. These South African natives enjoy moist, well-drained and fertile soil in full sun -- though they have thrived (thriven?) for us in soil less well-drained than we would have thought necessary. Reliably frost hardy into upper USDA zone 7. $12 Liliaceae Oscularia caulescens - Ruth Bancroft Garden clone Seriously cute ice plant from South Africa, this one evergreen with succulent, fleshy leaves -- light blue-green and somewhat 3-sided with toothed edges. -- on dark stems! What’s not to love? Add the fragrant, deep pink, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers for more fun in spring and summer. Full sun to a bit of shade and good drainage. Drought tolerant but fatter and fuller with regular water. Frost hardy to 15-20F, upper USDA zone 8. $7 Rubiaceae Osmanthus fragrans 'Angyo Compacta' $16 Oleaceae Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Dwarf Sasaba' A dwarf form of the spiny leaved osmanthus, each leaf dark green with pale green veins on narrow, sharply pointed lobes clustered and appearing like bamboo leaves-- no problem once it's in the ground. Flowers are white and fragrant, appearing in autumn. A narrow, upright, evergreen shrub, to 6-8 ft tall x 2 ft wide -- but very slowly. A striking plant and effective barrier. Fine is coastal sun and part shade inland with regular summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $18 Oleaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 123 Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Gulftide' false holly A handsome plant and a terrific screen or hedge, this evergreen shrub, to 8 ft tall and 5 ft wide, has spiny, holly-like leaves, shiny dark green and very densely held. Flowers appear in autumn, their tiny whiteness hidden amongst the leaves but the sweet fragrance easily noticed. Prefers sun to part shade in well-drained soil with summer water but easily adapts to many soils. Also can be pruned to maintain a smaller size. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Oleaceae Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Ogon' golden false holly Of all the forms now available of this fragrant olive, O. h. ‘Ogon’ is possibly the most striking. These dwarf evergreen shrubs are slow to 4-5 ft and widely pyramidal with leaves a summer chartreuse and remaining gold throughout winter. The flowers are produced like the others, in fall with a sweet, carrying fragrance. Particularly beautiful when massed around contrasting plants such as Mahonia x media ‘Charity’ with its leaves almost matching the Mahonia flowers in winter color and intensity. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. Bright light in coastal conditions, dappled shade elsewhere with regular summer water. $15 Oleaceae Osmanthus x fortunei 'Ninth & Polk' fortune's osmanthus Possibly a very mature Osmanthus x ‘San Jose’ but appears to have a more rounded form and much wider leaves,scalloped and gently toothed. Ours are from a plant appearing to be at least 100 years old in Corvallis, Oregon. The lovely form and quite abundant flowers in late October led us to ask permission (yes, really!) for cuttings several years ago. A wonderful creature for small specimen tree to 12-15 ft eventually, or hedging or screen. Drought tolerant once established. Frost hardy in upper zone 7 in bright light to dappled shade. $14 Oleaceae Othonna capensis Little pickles Yes, the succulent leaves do look a bit like little pickles, a bit like an ice plant. Evergreen succulent with surprisingly large, daisy-like, yellow flowers from mid spring through autumn. Forms patches 6" tall x 1-3 ft across wherever drainage is great and the light is bright. Likes a bit of summer moisture but prefers to be dryish in winter so....that drainage needs to be good. Easily frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9, much colder if dry in winter. $7 Asteraceae Ourisia modesta creeping foxglove $9 Plantaginaceae Oxalis 'Plum Crazy' Wow. Spectacular heat-loving wood sorrel with a splash of purple and green leaves and petite yellow flowers. Mounded habit is perfect for the woodland garden or as a filler in mixed containers. Full sun to partial shade. Height 6". USDA zone 8. $7 Oxalidaceae Oxalis squamata $8 Oxalidaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 124 Ozothamnus 'County Park Silver' Prostrate, silver-leaved shrub to only 2” tall but reaching 1 ft wide. Evergrey and handsome year-round in full sun and very well-drained soil -- say on a slope. Occasional summer water. Mid-summer flowers are insignificant.... Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $11 Asteraceae Parahebe catarractae - blue form Versatile hebe relative, a shrubby, multi-stemmed, perennial with medium green foliage and purple-blue flowers in late summer. Can be sheared after blooming to lengthen bloom time. Usually remains under 3 ft tall. Sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established but accepts summer water. Useful as a groundcover in dry places, a low border, or in containers. Evergreen in USDA zone 9 and frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $9 Plantaginaceae Paris polyphylla - Heronswood form multi-leaf paris A fabulous plant for the shade garden, a Nepalese trillium relation collected by intrepid plantsman, Dan Hinkley. These have surprising flowers, green sepals in a star shape and thready golden petals, followed by late summer fruit in shades of red-orange. The whorled leaves are handsome and provide a nice statement. To see it is to covet it. For shade and rich soil with summer moisture. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $22 Melanthiaceae Parthenocissus henryana - Berkeley Garden Form silvervein creeper Chinese ... Boston ivy. This elegant clinging vine can reach up to 20 ft or more, the deciduous leaves flushed burgundy with silver markings during the growing season. This clone, a sport from our long-ago gardens in Berkeley CA, has particularly good coloration and the most stunning, red-orange fall color, more pronounced when plants are grown in shade. Drought tolerant once established but would prefer some summer water where very dry. Frost hardy in the upper end of USDA zone 6. A good spiller for containers. $15 Vitaceae Pelargonium 'Bronze Little Leaf' Unique zonal geranium with tiny, bronzey scalloped leaves. Compact habit with precious salmon-pink flowers during the summer. Easy to grow in sun to part sun with summer water. A great addition to the summer display. Overwinter indoors or treat as an annual. $11 Geraniaceae Pelargonium 'Janet Hofman' $11 Geraniaceae Penstemon sp. MDR [Nevada de Colina, Mexico] $12 Plantaginaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 125 Persea borbonia red bay A graceful, broad-leaved evergreen with slightly drooping branches bearing lush green, narrow leaves, up to 6" long, bright and shiny on top and grayish beneath, and aromatic when crushed -- even available for use in the kitchen where a bay leaf (Laurus nobilis) might be chosen. Flowers are small, producing little, shiny, blue- to-black drupes. In the garden trees reach 20-25 ft tall though taller is possible in very good conditions. Best in bright shade where soil is lean and well-drained and where the red-brown bark can be easily seen. Drought tolerant once established and frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Lauraceae Persicaria 'Brushstrokes' brushstrokes fleece flower New and handsome persicaria, more upright than some, to 2 ft tall in sun and 3 ft in shade, with striking, velvety green leaves, and, in late fall, spikes of tiny red flowers, late enough to minimize reseeding. Perennial, dying back each winter. Enjoys average soil in sun to part shade with some summer water. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. Said to be deer resistant. $9 Polygonaceae Phlebodium pseudoaureum blue rabbit's foot fern Once part of a more familiar genus and known as Polypodium areolatum, these ferns are handsome by any name with their evergreen, glaucous gray-blue, deeply lobed fronds to only 12" tall emerging from fuzzy red rhizomes that lie close to the surface. Wonderful in the garden in well-drained, consistently moist soil in part sun to dappled shade. Striking as cut foliage. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $16 Polypodiaceae Phlomis 'Sunningdale Gold' jerusalem sage Being always interested in fuzzy plant parts, we are captivated by the warm, golden indumentum that covers leaf and stem of this evergreen shrublet. Shared with us by British plantsman John Grimshaw, it is our new favorite phlomis. In early summer plants have cheerful yellow flowers, also fuzzy, that produce, indeed, fuzzy seed capsules in summer and autumn. To 3 ft tall with a broad pyramidal growth habit; perfect for the Mediterranean border in any spot with sun, well-drained soil and limited summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Lamiaceae Phormium - 'Dusty Chief' x 'Emerald Gem' [1st generation] $14 Xanthorrhoeaceae Phormium cookianum mountain flax Green phormium, lushly green with no stripes or color interruptions on the gracefully arching leaves, to 2.5" wide in clumps to 4-5 ft tall. Stalks of yellow-orange flowers stand above the foliage in late spring / early summer followed by fruit in the form of attractive, long, black pods. Good in sun or shade -- in sun with regularly summer water in the inland garden, or shade with lower water requirements as in coastal sun. Not often offered, the are lovely and gracious plants. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8 with mulch for protection against freezing. $15 Xanthorrhoeaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 126 Pileostegia viburnoides climbing hydrangea Self-clinging evergreen vine with terminal white flowers in large clusters in late summer to early autumn. Foliage is handsome, the leaves dark green and leathery. For half sun to full shade in fertile, well-drained soil. An excellent candidate to run up that Douglas fir out back, as long as it gets a bit of summer water. (Not recommended on brick as it clings a bit too tightly.) From China and cold hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Hydrangeaceae Piper kadsura pepper vine For a genus known mostly as tropical, this little treasure is one of the hardiest to frost. A ground covering perennial -- to about 18-24” x 3 ft -- with wiry stems supporting blue-green, heart-shaped leaves and typical, little, sausage-like, piper flowers. Lovely affect in the tropical garden or for weeping over the sides of containers. Ample summer moisture and fertility a plus in part shade to shade. Though root hardy into USDA zone 7, especially in protected spots and with mulch, the leaves go deciduous in the 20s F, though resprouts in spring. $12 Schisandraceae Pittosporum aff. truncatum $12 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum crassicaule $16 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum divaricatum This plant, on our lust list for years, is in many ways a typical New Zealand citizen, with tiny, only 1/4", narrow, toothed leaves of nearly jet black, providing difficult grazing for beaky animals….all this on a densely upright, divaricating shrub. Eventually to 8 ft or more, but easily kept at 3-4 ft, producing small, blackish purple flowers and, with age, larger leaves. Is there a theme? Striking pot or garden specimen. We suggest planting with silver foliage plants so youngsters don’t get lost or stepped on. Prefers some summer water where dry. Has proven hardy to 10F or so, USDA zone 8. $14 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum heterophyllum 'Winter Frost' variegated chinese mock orange One of the most frost hardy of the Chinese mock oranges, this form, introduced only a few years ago from Japan, grows to 4 ft or so with 2” leaves margined and streaked most attractively in white and cream. Creamy flowers are scented of orange blossoms in mid spring to early summer. Can be shorn as hedge or used as specimen plants in decently drained soil. Prefers sun to half shade andsupplemental summer water where very dry. Easy. Frost hardy to 5F, mid USDA zone 7. $14 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum illiciodes - narrow leaf cl. 2 Another Cistus selection of a narrow leaf Pittosporum illicioides, the original form selected by Dan Hinkley - P. illicioides DJHT 99079, chosen for the extremely narrow leaves that present a fine texture in the garden. This handsome evergreen shrub, to 12-15 ft tall, has shorter an slightly narrower leaves than P. illicioides 'Strappy' but the same fragrant, white flowers in spring and, in autumn, very small, blue-black fruit in orange capsules. Best in light shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8 and expected in zone 7. $16 Pittosporaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 127 Pittosporum illicioides 'Strappy' Too rare in horiticulture. Selected by Sean Hogan from Taiwanese collections by Dan Hinkley - P. illicioides DJHT 99079, chosen for the extremely narrow leaves that present a fine texture in the garden. A tall, evergreen shrub, to 12-15 ft, with fragrant, white flowers in spring and, in autumn, very small, blue-black fruit in orange capsules. Best in light shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and expected in zone 7. $14 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum patulum A most unusual member of the genus from New Zealand southern South Island, endemic to only a couple of spots along the Bellcloutha River. Growth is narrow and upright to 8-15' with black, spidery leaves in youth enlarging only somewhat in adultitude with more rounded bright green leaves and a multitude of deep maroon flowers said to be the most fragrant of the genus, reminiscent of carnations. This should make a fine new addition to the garden, especially the Goth garden. We have surmised hardiness to zone 8 that has been verified by surviving 12F in winter 2014 in the garden of our super friend Loree, where she and the plant survived the winter unscathed. $14 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Elizabeth' A southern hemisphere pittosporum from New Zealand, this is a vigorous male cultivar. Small, nearly black flowers provide deliciously fragrant inspiration in spring and the shiny, wavy edged, light blue-green leaves -- variegated with white edges, pink flushed especially in winter -- contrasting with purplish stems provide a nice texture year round. A large shrub to small tree, possibly to 25 ft, but more probably remaining 10-12 ft x 6-8 ft, it can be easily trimmed as a hedge. Enjoying regular summer water, they are best in well-drained soil in sun or part shade, perhaps with extra protection of a south wall or overstory where temperatures dip into the teens regularly. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, with good protection. $14 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Grey Ghost' kohuhu New on the scene, this plant, shared with us by plantsman Luen Miller, has all the terrific attributes of the species and, even better, a very narrow profile, to about 3-4 ft wide to 10 ft or more without pruning. Leaves are narrow and silvery gray (grey…) and early spring flowers are tiny, nearly black bells that look enchanting amonst the silvery foliage. A very nice specimen and a good addition to the hedge or privacy screen possibilities. Bright light for best color and occasional summer water where dry. Also makes a very good pot specimen. Frost hardy to 15F, mid USDA zone 8. $14 Pittosporaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 128 Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Irene Patterson' variegated kohuhu We brought this cultivar back from England in the mid 1990s. Selected in the wild on New Zealand's South Island, it has strikingly white speckled variegation on leaves emerging nearly all cream and aging to spring- green. Typical black stems make this 4- 5 ft, dense shrub a standout in the garden. Small blackish flowers, with the typical, dianthus-like, spicy fragrance, can actually be seen in spring with the naked eye against the light colored leaves. A wonderful container plant or garden subject with regular water, dappled sun or full sun out of the most glaring conditions, and leanish soil. Has taken low temperatures to near 0F in England. A champion during a ferocious, 3 day, December freeze in 2009, so definitely frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $16 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tenuifolium 'James Stirling' silver kohuhu One of the parents of the ever-popular Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Silver Sheen’, 'James Stirling' is also appealing with a much more platinum coloration and a denser habit. Tiny black flowers in spring come and go quickly but are a sweet surprise and lovely against the silvery foliage. Happy in full to part sun with regular summer water, James will get to 10 ft tall or so and half as wide. Can be pruned to increase density and maintain shape. One of the hardier forms, accepting temperatures in the single digits, upper USDA zone 7. $14 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tenuifolium 'June' With so many P. tenuifolium cultivars on the scene, finding a name is akin to naming new streets in large suberbs....Oh for a new one. So, Luen Miller of Watsonville, California, decided to glean names for his new favorites from characters in the Leave it to Beaver TV series. This new cultivar reaches a compact, narrowly upright, 4-6 ft ,with densely held, silvery green leaves tinted maroon in cool weather and in winter. Abundant, deep maroon flowers spice it up in the early spring. P.t. 'June' should make a fine hedge or container specimen. Never causes any trouble and seems particularly fond of domestic conditions. Bright light to dappled shade and leanish soil with regular water. At least upper USDA zone 8. $17 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Nutty Leprechaun' dwarf purple kohuhu This selection originated in Ireland though its parentage is, of course, from New Zealand. A good addition to the purple-leaved pittosporums, growing only to about 3 ft tall with small, deep burgundy leaves, under 1/2”, a striking contrast with the florescent chartreuse of the new spring growth. These are not only compact, they have an almost creeping quality, separating P. t. ‘Nutty Leprechaun’ from other small, purple cultivars. Also one of the tougher of the purple group, these have been frost hardy so far into the low teens F with no noticeable damage. Full sun for best color. At home on the West Coast of North America, but not happy in the hot, humid southeast. Frost hardy in lower USDA zone 8. $16 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Ruffles' ruffled kohuhu Small, gray-green, wavy leaves float above black stems on this delicately textured shrub, possibly reaching 12 ft in time. Tiny black flowers appear in spring, stunning against the foliage and highly fragrant as well. Best when backed by darker foliage. Site out of wind and close to a path to be admired. Sun to part sun in hottest climates with some summer water. Frost hardy to at least 10F, USDA zone 8. $16 Pittosporaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 129 Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Tandarra Gold' A most refined P. tenuifolium, said to be a sport of P. tenuifolium ‘Silver Sheen’ with its ever-so slightly silver tinted leaves. Most importantly though, leaves of under 1/2” carry the same silvery coloring, in this form a yellow blotch takes up nearly the whole leaf, creating a wonderful color contrast with the typical black stems. Without pruning, becomes upright to 8-10 ft or more with an almost cloudlike texture … yellow clouds, of course. Provide summer water and, for the most dainty appearance, keep out of the hottest afternoon sun. Makes a suburb pot plant, luckily for, alas, it is one of the more tender with possible damage in the upper teens F, upper USDA zone 8. Otherwise easy care. $15 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Victoria' victoria kohuhu Another new Pittosporum for us and, we believe, for the United States as a whole, this one having the reputation of one of the most frost hardy in New Zealand. Compact plants with upright dense form, to 6-8 ft, with 1/4", nearly round leaves, splashed pink and silver -- reminiscent of P. tenuifolium ''Silver Magic' but to our eyes darker in color and more compact. Same culture as for others: well-drained soil, bright light, and even summer moisture. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8; possibly 7 with protection. $16 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tobira 'Kansai Sunburst' variegated mock orange Lovely variegated Japanese pittosporum, the green leaves marked and mottled with pale yellow, creating a gently textured effect. Grown primarily for the exquisite foliage, flowering only rarely, the blooms small and white. A perfect addition to any garden, this evergreen shrub reaches a compact 4-6 ft tall, accepting even bright sun to dappled shade with summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8 with protection from freezing winds. $14 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tobira 'Spring Bouquet' variegated mock orange New and exciting pittosporum, shared with us by Ted Stephens at Nurseries Carolinianus, with spring growth emerging nearly white and, over the season, gradually fading to pale green, A low-growing form of this evergreen mock orange, to 3-5 ft tall and wide, with the same sweet, white flower in spring - hints of orange blossoms. Dappled to light shade is best in a warm, sheltered spot. Regular summer water for best appearance. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $16 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tobira 'Tall n Tough' mock orange The hardiest of P. tobira clones, this selection is from JC Raulston Arboretum has survived temperatures to 0F without blinking. Large, evergreen shrub to small tree, to 8 ft tall x 6 ft wide, has shiny, dark green, rounded leaves and, in early summer, intensely fragrant, citrus-like, white flowers. Appreciates full sun to part shade, with regular summer water until established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Pittosporaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 130 Pittosporum tobira 'Turner's Dwarf' dwarf mock orange One of the evergreen "mock oranges," so named for its transcendental fragrance, evocative of orange blossoms, from small, white spring flowers. A smallish shrub, to 4-6 ft tall x 4 ft wide with variegated foliage, the light green leaves edged in creamy white. Full sun for best bud set, but tolerates dappled shade. Best in a fairly warm, sunny spot against the shelter of a wall or building. Frost hardy in mid USDA zone 8. $14 Pittosporaceae Pittosporum tobira 'Washington Park' hardy mock orange From a group of seedlings planted by Art Karukberg in Seattle many years ago, one having survived a very long cold spell in the vicinity of 0F with little damage. This plant, since torn out, has thriven via propagation in our garden and is the antithesis of so many of the tightly compact forms often sought. This one, with its 5 to 6" shiny leaves and open layered habit, has grown to an exceedingly handsome 15 ft in our lightly shaded garden. Free flowering, creamy yellow and orange scented. This has become part of our repertoire for courtyards and small spaces needing bold foliage. Somewhat more compact though still quite large-leaved in brighter light. P. t. 'Washington Park' is at home in sun or shade, though in climates where temperatures frequently drop towards 10ºF for any length of time, it's best kept against a south wall and out of wind. Appreciative though not demanding of summer water and fertile soil. USDA zone 7. $15 Pittosporaceae Platycarya strobilacea [Keith Arboretum] Attractive and uncommon, deciduous tree, native to eastern Asia and related to walnuts, though its striking, cone-like fruits are not edible. To 15 ft tall or so, possibly reaching over 30 ft in absolutely perfect conditions, with pinnate leaves of 7-15 6" leaflets. Male flowers appear late spring to early summer in clusters of 4-8, upright catkins, yellow with pink overtones, surrounding the female flower which ripens to bright green fruit turning dark brown and remaining throughout the winter, dispersing its winged seeds in spring. Prefers sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Frost hardy to 5F, USDA zone 7b. $14 Juglandaceae Podocarpus acutifolius westland totara A New Zealander akin to P. lawrencei, this pyramidally upright, graceful small conifer has quite narrow needles and gently weeping branches, the entire plant, as so many things of New Zealand, having the patina of rusty orange. Though eventually reaching small tree size -- to 20-30 ft in habitat -- we do not believe it will do so in our garden in our lifetime, seeming to reach 4-6 ft in as many years and then slowing. We have ours planted with, among others, Libertia peregrinus and Podocarpus lawencei 'Purple King' for a purple and orange foliar extravaganza. Well-drained soil on the lean side. Not appreciative of long periods of summer drought. Otherwise pretty easy in full sun to dappled shade. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7 with protection (like a road trip to San Diego every so many years). $12 Podocarpaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 131 Podocarpus alpinus 'County Park Fire' alpine plum yew OoooH! We think we are becoming quite enamored with these little podocarps. Another down-under plant selected by famed County Park Nursery in the United Kingdom, this jewel-like little conifer, reaches only about 3 ft with densely held, shiny, rounded needles of deepest green/maroon in summer, taking on fiery purple-orange tints in winter, especially in new growth. A fabulous addition to container or garden. The P. alpinus group is one of the most hardy of the genus, this plant having been hardy to close to 0F in several gardens. Stunning when planted with other party goers such as Uncinia rubra and, maybe our favorite, Libertia peregrinans for a rusty contrast. Average soil conditions; bright light best; not appreciative of prolonged drought. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $16 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus falcatus UCSC95.340 sickle-leaved yellowwood A graceful podocarp reaching large tree size in the highlands of the eastern South African Drakensberg range and a medium grower -- to 30 ft or so at least so far -- in our Western gardens. As the South African podocarps have never been thought to be the most frost hardy creatures in the world, we were surprised to find this successful (until removed by chain saw) at the JC Raulston Arboretum in USDA zone 7 in North Carolina. The thin stemmed, upright tree, with somewhat weeping branches and almost bamboo-like, narrow curving foliage, provides grace for specimen or background planting in the garden. Though somewhat tolerant of drought, prefers regular irrigation to keep from becoming spindly. Full sun to medium shade, average fertility and drainage. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8, possibly 7 if in North Carolina. $16 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus lawrencei 'Purple King' Spreading shrub to small tree from New Zealand with foliage that turns a very dark purple in winter, lightening a bit in summer. Has very nice red berries. Can be easily hedged, making it a nice alternative to yew or other more commonly used conifers. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $12 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus macrophyllus - low form southern yew Low-growing, evergreen conifer, to 1-2 ft tall x 5-6 ft wide, with fat needle-like leaves surrounding the stem in a spiral. This form was shared with us by our friends at Woodlanders Nursery, having been found originally at Tom Dodd Nurseries in Alabama. So it's already traveled far and wide. A great groundcover shrub for dappled shade or light shade in rich soil with average summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $16 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki 'Irvington' This selection is from an ancient plant growing on a west wall in a northeast Portland home and has remained undamaged by any cold ever thrown at it. Lacy, evergreen, upthrusting shrub to 15 ft tall x 3 ft wide. Red berries in winter. Full to part sun in well-drained soil. Frost hardy to at least 10F, USDA zone 8, and upper zone 7 with protection. $15 Podocarpaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 132 Podocarpus matudae From 5200 ft in the Sierra Madre Orientale cloud forest, our collection of this lovely and rare Mexican podocarp, one of the most beautiful hardy conifers for tropical effect. To 20 ft tall or so with weeping branches and a graceful form -- a large textured presence in the garden. Damp soil and dappled shade is best with protection from drying winds. Has tolerated temperatures below 10F, upper USDA zone 7, so far. $19 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus nivalis 'Bronze' Intriguing dwarf species from the high mountains of New Zealand, this form rarely reaching 18”- 2 ft in a tight mound, spilling in appropriate places. Olive green, copper-tinted foliage turns deep bronzy purple in the cool season. Bright light, good drainage with even moisture. Frost hardy at temperatures close to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus nivalis 'Otari' mountain totara Male variety of this handsome podocarp, growing slowly to 3-4 ft x 5-6 ft wide, with olive green, needled foliage that turns a very rich, bright bronze in winter, becoming green again in summer. Best with good drainage and even moisture in bright light for good winter color. Frost hardy at temperatures close to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus nivalis UCSC 75.43 alpine totara The hardiest of the podocarps, this alpine totara, a Univeristy of California at Santa Cruz collection from Mt. Ruapehu on New Zealand's North Island, is a small, bushy shrub, slow-growing to 3 ft tall and up to 6 ft wide, with dense, needle-like, green foliage that turns an exquisite bronze in winter. Happy growing over walls or banks -- even in containers, in sun to shade where soil is well-drained. Summer drought tolerant once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus nivalis x totara UCSC 90.569 $14 Podocarpaceae Podocarpus salignus willowleaf podocarp One of a number of exquisite and rare conifers from southern Chile, this upright, forest dweller with weeping branches and gracefully hanging foliage looks for all the world like the bamboo you always wanted. Particularly beguiling as it grows in several places with the Chilean native Chusquea culeou, a combination we observed during our first collections in Chile some years ago. Nothofagus and luma are other associates in this moist cool maritime environment. Unlike some other rarities, it has become quite at home in cultivation, adding a graceful subtropical effect in our courtyard and having remained undamaged in temperatures in the low teens F in several gardens. A plant for reasonably moist soil and average fertility, bright light to dappled shade (weeps a bit more in dappled shade). Eventually to 25-30 ft, more reasonably to 15 ft in the garden. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $16 Podocarpaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 133 Podocarpus totara 'Pendula' weeping totara Large, gracefully weeping shrub, easily trained to small tree size, to 8-12 ft tall or so, with yellow-green, densely held needles and dense weeping branches as well, though these can be thinned to enhance the fine, graceful appearance. Easy care, requiring regular but infrequent water in dry summer places and sun for best needle color, though perfectly happy in dappled shade. This New Zealand native seems adaptable to both east and west. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. Excellent container plants. $15 Podocarpaceae Polianthes tuberosa 'The Pearl' Wonderfully fragrant bulb from Mexico loving dappled shade to sun and all the heat you can give it. Thought by many to have been selected originally by the Mayans back before ... the 1960s, but definitely discovered in the 1870s by nurseryman John Hendserson. Clusters of deliciously fragrant, creamy white, double flowers appear in late summer to autumn on 2-3 ft stalks, opening from pink-blushed buds. Given hot sun and ample fertilizer and summer moisture, these are cold hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. Otherwise great as pot plants -- a necessity once one has become addicted to the fragrance. Can be allowed to dry in winter. $12 Amaryllidaceae Polygonatum biflorum Soloman's seal A wonderful wildflower, native to the eastern US, with unbranched, upright stems, handsome leaves, and in spring, the great treat -- white flowers dangling down from the arching stems. Spreads by rhizomes to form clusters. To 1-3 ft tall in clumps to 3 ft wide in part shade to full shade with summer water for best appearance. Dies back in winter and returns in all its glory with spring temperatures. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $12 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae Polygonatum odoratum var. pluriflorum 'Jinguji Form' red stem solomon's seal Upright perennial, a Japanese form of the traditional Solomon's seal, this with red stems that create a sharp contrast with the green leaves and spring bell-flowers that dangle from the stem followed by black berry-like fruit. Best in dappled shade to full shade, reaching 20-24" tall in clumps to 2-3 ft wide. Moist, fertile soil is best for beautiful plants standing over a long period. Frost hardy to -30F, at least, USDA zone 4. $15 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae Polygonatum verticillatum $12 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae Polygonatum x hybridum 'Striatum' $16 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae Polypodium californicum 'Rowdy Creek' $9 Polypodiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 134 Polypodium guttatum One unique fern, with its horizontally stacked fronds and almost plastic texture. Like some kind of prehistoric rhizomatous cycad-like creature. This little lovely is from Mexico, though frost hardy to 15F, and perfect for a Portland garden. Staying under 18 inches tall and slowly creeping outward, best in light to full shade with summer irrigation for plumpness. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8b. Fernalicious good! $12 Polypodiaceae Polypodium scouleri evergreen licorice fern Native to the coastal forest along the immediate Pacific Coast growing on rocks and atop and among the gnarled branches of ancient redwoods. along , most prominently seen as , growing Our only evergreen licorice fern and an attractive plant in the garden -- even without the ancient trees -- to about 12" tall and slowly spreading. Very good for container, rooftop, or evergreen groundcover. Best where soil is rich and well-drained, in shade inland or sun along the immediate coast. Enjoys some summer moisture but dislikes being too wet. Frost hardy to 10F, zone 8. $12 Polypodiaceae Portulacaria afra 'Variegata' variegated elephant plant Striking variegated succulent from Africa, can reach 12 ft in the wild, less in captivity -- possibly 4 ft tall. Leaves are small, round, and fleshy, green with variegation against dark red stems. Flowers are a bonus, small pink clusters in late spring to early summer. Sun and lean, well-drained soil that dries out some between waterings. A USDA zone 10 plant -- no freezing temperatures -- that does well indoors in good light. $11 Didieraceae Prostanthera cuneata australian mint bush This little sweetheart from down under came to us via the University of California at Santa Cruz Arboretum. Its dense and fragrant foliage alone is enough reason to grow it, but in midsummer it covers itself in perfect, white, outfacing bells that perfume the air. To 3-4 ft tall in sun to part shade. Prefers well-drained soil and moist conditions. Dislikes sunlight on wet foliage. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $9 Lamiaceae Prostanthera lasianthos victorian christmas bush Tall and lush evergreen shrub, the largest of the Australian mint bushes, to 15 ft tall x 7-8 ft wide though easily kept smaller, with dark green, slightly toothed leaves, very minty when brushed or crushed. Lovely fat sprays, of white bell-flowers with purple and orange markings hang from the branches in late spring. Best in full to part sun, protected from winds and difficult winter weather, with regular summer water in driest climates at least until well-established. Frost hardy to the mid teens F, USDA zone 8b. $11 Lamiaceae Pseudopanax crassifolius lancewood Yet another really weird plant from New Zealand. Much like our favorite cult garden plant Pseudopanax ferox but with a thinner, more streamlined leaf. Grows to 3-5 ft tall and is great in a container or sheltered garden spot in sun to dappled shade with summer moisture. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8b in sheltered site. $14 Araliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 135 Pseudopanax discolor - Nelson, NZ Fascinating evergreen aralia from New Zealand, this particular purple-leaved form from serpentine soils in Nelson, South Island, NZ. Shrub to small tree -- to 15' to 20' but easily kept as small as 3' by nipping -- produces palmate leaflets, somewhat fan-shaped, and the deepest green, tinted purple in summer, darkening to a rich purple in cooler periods. Small, sputnik flowers, typical of the Aralia family appear in spring and summer followed by dark berries that add to the plants attractiveness in fall. A plant for moist woodland conditions or a bright garden in parts of the country where summers are not unreasonably warm. Consistent moisture; a little organic matter is a plus but fairly low fertility overall is preferred. Wonderful container plant. Frost hardy in the upper reaches of USDA zone 8; totally reliable in zone 9. $14 Araliaceae Pseudopanax ferox toothed lancewood One of those cool dinosaur plants found down Kiwi way that catches the eye and triggers the lust gene in plant geeks and adventurous gardeners. Juvenile leaves are dark brown, long, very narrow, stiff, and saw-toothed, growing downward from a central stem -- odd indeed. Slow growing, trees reach 20 ft in 20+ years, only then producing adult foliage, shorter, wider, and green. Sun to dappled or bright shade and regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8b in a sheltered location, though even in Portland we keep most of ours in containers and shelter during winter cold. $24 Araliaceae Punica granatum 'Lubimi' pomegranate Medium-sized fruiting, pomegranate, a southern Russian selection also known as 'Favorite'. Silky, pink- orange flowers & medium-sized dusky orange fruit that often lingers through the brilliant fall colors of red and yellow. A small, deciduous shrub, to 4-5 ft in full sun with summer water for best fruit. Harvest fruit after first frost to make into jam, Grenadine, or eat fresh! Frost hardy to less than 10F, USDA zone 8. $17 Lythraceae Pyrrosia hastata felt fern An evergreen fern, quite rare in cultivation as it spreads very slowly, but attractive with thick, three lobed leaves, up to 16" long x 6-8" wide, green above and stippled with coppery felt below, on black stems to 6-12” tall and slowly expanding into larger clumps. Found clinging to rocks and tree trunks in China, Japan, and Korea, these are best in part shade to shade in well-drained, even rocky soil with summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and into zone 7 with winter protection. Also does well in pots and as an indoor plant. $18 Polypodiaceae Pyrrosia lingua 'Eboshi' [Contorta] contorted tongue fern Intriguing, sloooooow-growing, tongue fern from Japan with evergreen, contorted, (possibly convulsing) fronds, glossy above, pale brown and furry beneath. A plant for a shade rockery or special container. Keep damp. Root hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $16 Polypodiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 136 Pyrrosia sheareri shearer's felt fern This lovely and unusual evergreen fern, not often available, hardly looks like a typical fern at all with its long, narrow and leathery fronds, pea green with silver hairs on the undersides when young and maturing to dark green with rusty brown hairs on the undersides. To only about 30" tall in clumps to 15-18" wide, growing best in rich, well-drained soil in morning sun to shade with summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $18 Polypodiaceae Quercus berberidifolia SBH 7197 california scrub oak One of several shrub or chaparral oaks from western North America. This form, one of our collections from the southern Siskiyou mountains, reaches 6 ft, though can be encouraged to a miniature tree to about 8 ft tall by pruning off excess branches. Somewhat spiny and leathery, downward-cupped leaves held closely together make this a most attractive garden subject. Loves hot, bakey, Mediterranean conditions but seems to thrive in a watered garden as well. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Fagaceae Quercus berberidifolia SBH 9057 Our collection near the summit of the Santa Rosa Plateau in southern California, these dense, 6ft shrubs were adorned with flattened, somewhat spiny leaves on multiple stems. Very good for the western dry garden as a large shrub remaining under 10 ft tall or pruned into small tree form and reaching to 12-14 ft tall. Needs sun to half shade and well-drained soil; dislikes summer wet places. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, probably zone 6. $14 Fagaceae Quercus berberidifolia x engelmannii SBH 9064 Another oak from our collection near the summit of the Santa Rosa Plateau in southern California, these are also 6 ft shrubs with somewhat broader leaves with a blue finish suggesting intergression with the Engelman oaks included in our name. Also very good for the western dry garden as a large shrub remaining under 10 ft tall or pruned into small tree form and reaching to 12-14 ft tall. Needs sun to half shade and well-drained soil; dislikes summer wet places. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, probably zone 6. $14 Fagaceae Quercus berberidifolia x SBH 9065 Also from our collection near the summit of the Santa Rosa Plateau in southern California, these similar creatures, also 6 ft shrubs, have narrow leaves suggesting possible hybridization with what appeared to be Q. john-tuckeri nearby. Also very good for the western dry garden as a large shrub remaining under 10 ft tall or pruned into small tree form and reaching to 12-14 ft tall. Needs sun to half shade and well-drained soil; dislikes summer wet places. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, probably zone 6. $14 Fagaceae Quercus chrysolepis canyon live oak An extremely handsome, evergreen native oak found in western dry country and able to withstand great drought, these from acorns collected in the wild near Cave Junction, Oregon at 4000 ft. Wonderfully adapted to dry summer climates and very successful as a street tree. Fast growing when young and slowing in maturity, these can reach 20-30 ft in your lifteime in deep soil with bright sun to part shade. Frost hardy into at least the single digits, F, low USDA zone 7. Can be shrubby when young so encourage a strong leader. $16 Fagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 137 Quercus myrsinifolia chinese evergreen oak One of the more handsome of the evergreen oaks, this one native to Japan and Asia, with bronze new growth maturing to glossy green leaves that end in a curious drip tip. Grows at a medium rate to 30 ft tall as an upright and spreading specimen. Best full to part sun with regular summer water but tolerates summer drought once established. Makes an excellent street tree or container plant. Cold hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Fagaceae Quercus tomentella island oak Quite rare in commerce, this striking tree, to 30 ft tall or so and endemic to the islands just off the coast of southern California, has 4" adult leaves that look very much like Lithocarpus densiflorus -- rather glossy green, rounded ovals with most attractive pleats particularly visible on the silvery undersides. Prefers sun and dry summers but tolerates average garden conditions as long as the drainage is good. These make good street trees or specimens for the mid-sized garden. Frost hardy to the upper end of USDA zone 7. $16 Fagaceae Quercus tomentella x chrysolepis This hybrid between the channel oak and the canyon oak, both occurring on the islands off the coast of Southern California, has a bigger and more upright growth, often with leaves emerging red as with Q. tomentella and the somewhat smaller and spinier leaves of Q. chrysolepis. These have made most attractive trees, showing great vigor and exhibiting silver bark with age. Remaining reliably evergreen, deep-rooted, and drought tolerant they should be marvelous dry garden or street trees in the. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Fagaceae Quercus vaccinifolia huckleberry oak Walking through a ‘"forest" of this oak can be hard on your ankles or knees since these only reach 2-3 ft at maturity, making this dwarf alpine oak perfect for the rock wall or rock garden. Evergreen with lustrous, green leaves and a dense, tight habit. A very dependable small shrub in full sun to part shade with at least occasional summer water. Frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7, and possibly into upper zone 5. $16 Fagaceae Quercus wislezenii SBH 9133 From the mountains above Eel River in California's Coast Range, these, at their higher elevation range, are most attractive, reaching about 40-50 ft tall and spreading to 30-40 ft with silvered, checkered bark and dark, flattened, evergreen leaves. At their best on dry garden slopes and have proven very good in urban conditions making them valuable street trees for the West. Should be long-lived and frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, possibly zone 6. $14 Fagaceae Quercus wislizeni SBH 7198 interior live oak Our collection, probably of the variety frutescens, from near Weaverville in the Siskiyou Mountains of southern Oregon. This evergreen, rounded tree to about 25 ft, produces crinkled, somewhat spiny, deep green leaves, silvery bark, and most attractive missile shaped acorns in late summer through autumn. A tough species for the droughty west and one of the most easily moved at larger sizes. Nice planted where one might want contrast to an olive as they reach about the same size. From this elevation we expect frost hardiness to be below 0F, into USDA zone 6. Full sun, well-drained soil, preferably on a steep cliff, but not necessarily so. $14 Fagaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 138 Quillaja saponaria soapbark tree Though rare in cultivation in the US, this handsome, Chilean, broadleaved evergreen tree is entirely suited to life in the summer dry climates of the West. This slow to moderate growing tree can eventually reach 40 ft in cultivation with a rather narrow, rounded crown adorned with shiny, leathery, oval leaves and, in early summer clusters of small, creamy flowers. A handsome street tree or garden specimen in full to part sun requiring little summer water once established. This form, collected in Low Quines, Chile at 6000 ft and shared with us by plantsman, Mike Remmick, is expected to be easily frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8 and possibly lower. $14 Quillajaceae Rabia difformis $6 Aizoaceae Raoulia australis vegetable sheep. Mat forming groundcover with silver-gray foliage, somewhat mossy, to 2" tall spreading to 1 ft wide, between and over small rocks and paving. Flowers are tiny and hardly noticeable. Tolerates moderate foot traffic. Needs very! good drainage in full sun with summer moisture. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8 and possibly much lower. $7 Asteraceae Rhamnus alaternus - Portuguese clone This most attractive shrub, originating from Portugal's National Botanical Garden, ranges to 8 ft tall or a bit more with 1/2". ever-so-slightly silver-tinted, evergreen leaves. Flowers are insignificant and, in our experience so far, the fruit is negligible as well. But we like the plant itself, smaller and more fine textured than other forms and useful for screening and for specimens in the summer dry garden. Fine in sun to only lightly dappled shade and in most soils save for those sitting in winter water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Rhamnaceae Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata' variegated italian buckthorn This tough, evergreen, Mediterranean shrub has been grown since the 17th century for its handsome variegated foliage, pale green leaves with creamy white margins that echo the white, spring flowers. Handsome red berries in fall stand out against the pale foliage. To 12-15 ft tall and nearly as wide. Has the best form in full sun but accepts part shade as well. Requires little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Rhamnaceae Rhamnus alaternus 'John Edwards' italian buckthorn One of the most versatile, durable, easy, and drought tolerant plants for Mediterranean climates, this selection having come from Tilden Park in Berkeley, California. Small tree, to 20 ft, or large shrub, to 12 ft, easily trimmed as a handsome hedge. Evergreen leaves are small, crinkley, and dark green; greenish white flowers also small, and produce black berries adding texture. Full sun with very little summer water. Frost hardy to 5F, USDA zone 7b. $14 Rhamnaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 139 Rhapidophyllum hystrix needle palm Wonderful rare species growing amid the cypress swamps of northern Florida, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia, and just nipping into South Carolina. This slow growing clumper -- eventually to 10 ft with multiple offsets -- has a trunk covered with blackish fur and numerous spines, and graceful, glossy green leaves on long petioles. An easy plant in the garden; happy in shade to full sun in coastal climates and appreciative of generous summer water. Slow growing where nights are cool. Possibly the hardiest palm with numerous reports of little to no damage at 0 to -10F, USDA zone 6, and some of survival as cold as -22F, upper USDA zone 4, with only a little protection. Avoid root disturbance when transplanting. Very slow from seed. Ours are 7 years old. $19 Arecaceae Rhinephyllum broomii $7 Aizoaceae Rhodiola integrifolia $8 Crassulaceae Rhodiola pachyclados afghan sedum A lovely evergreen groundcover for the dry garden, this sedum from Pakistan and Afghanistan, to only 6" tall, forms a spreading carpet of small, succulent, blue-green rosettes. A great texture for the rock garden. Clusters of white flowers appear in mid to late summer. Does well in fertile to poor soil, well-drained of course, in sun to part shade. Drought tolerant once established but accepts summer water as well. Frost hardy to at least -20F, USDA zone 5. $5 Crassulaceae Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Pintado' rosy posy Small plant, to only 5" tall, the grass-like leaves forming small clumps topped in late spring / early summer with the palest pink flowers tipped and centered in red. Said to be the most fragrant of the species. Best grown in full sun with summer moisture and soil that drains very well. These are winter deciduous and happiest if entirely protected from winter rains through movable pots or troughs. Late to emerge in spring, their spot should be well marked for safety. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $9 Hypoxidaceae Rhodophiala bifida oxblood lily Lovely South American equivalent of the South African amaryllis. Flowers in late summer with deep dusky- red, lily-like blooms on 1 ft stems. Grass-like, strappy leaves follow the flowers. Easy in the garden, in well- drained soil with protection from the very hottest sun. Water in their growing season. Easily grown as a houseplant and encouraged into bloom for the holiday season. Frost hardy with mulch in upper USDA zone 6. $12 Amaryllidaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 140 Ribes 'Pink Pearl' pink currant A Cistus introduction. Though this new cross should involve long story about an involved, Cistus hybridization program, in fact, this was a seedling in our garden ... for which we are happy to take credit. And yes, it's possible the world doesn't need another Ribes sanguineum cultivar, but this one's different ... with dense, hanging clusters of late winter flowers that open white and fade to a warm pink. Flowers very well and we believe represents a color combination not in the trade. Typical western native plant care is required in lean soil and dappled shade -- though for this one full sun can't hurt --. with summer water to be applied sparingly and carefully only in cool weather. We expect frost hardiness to at least the bottom of USDA zone 7. $14 Grossulariaceae Ribes sanguineum 'Variegatum' variegated flowering currant Variegated form of the flowering currant, deciduous, to 10 x 10 ft, with small, maple-like leaves, emerging green and maturing with splashes of creamy white -- the opposite development of most variegations. Hanging racemes of rose-red flowers appear in spring before the leaves appear. The dark fruit that follows is beloved by birds -- and people, too, for preserves. Bright sun and lean soil is best with very little summer water. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. Sorry, cannot ship to the eastern United States. $12 Grossulariaceae Ribes viburnifolium 'Spooner's Mesa' San diego evergreen currant Another gorgeous form of evergreen currant, this growing to 3-4 ft tall and spreading to 6 ft, making a good ground cover, with aromatic leaves on dark red stems. Flowers are pink is late winter to mid spring. Sun on the coast to shade in hotter climates with little supplemental summer water once established. Well-drained soil, of course. Frost hardy to 15F, mid USDA zone 8. $12 Grossulariaceae Rodgersia podophylla 'Rotlaub' Big, bold peltate (think 'umbrella') leaved perennial from Japan & Korea for a moist, shady spot. This selection has beautiful bronze new foliage. Same plumey white flowers in late summer, eventually growing to form a large colony. USDA zone 6, lower if mulched. $15 Saxifragaceae Rohdea japonica 'Mure-suzume Improved' Exquisitely variegated rohdea, the deep green leaves delightfully bright with wide cream stripes and margins. Slow growing, though vigorous for a variegated rohdea and much more vigorous than the "unimproved" cultivar reaching 18-24" tall in clumps nearly as wide. Excellent as a pot specimen or in the woodland garden. Lovers of deep shade and even moisture for best growth. Frost hardy to USDA zone 6. $18 Liliaceae Romneya coulteri Matilija poppy. Fried Egg Plant Also known as ‘fried egg plant’ for its huge white flowers in late summer that look just like that. This is a big plant, fast-growing to 5 ft tall and forming large clumps of stalks with blue-green foliage and those fabulous flowers. HOT, DRY, DROUGHTY neglect is what it wants and lots of space. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $18 Papaveraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 141 Roscoea purpurea Hardy ginger relation from Sikim with bright purple, orchid-like flowers amongst long, green, slightly fleshy leaves. To 12-18" tall in small clumps. A lovely addition to the part shade to shade garden when moisture is regular. Blooms over a long period in summer then dies to the ground to ride out the winter. Happy in sun to shade with rich soil and regular summer water. Protection for the hottest sun would be advisable in very hot climates. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $14 Zingiberaceae Rubus irenaeus bigleaf raspberry A deer resistant, fruit producing groundcover, this prostrate, shrubby vine has huge shiny leaves, to 6" wide and green above with a white underside, clusters of white flowers in early spring, and raspberry-like fruit in late summer. A handsome rambler to 6-12" tall, good for weaving through shrubs, rooting where stems touch the ground. Prefers part to full shade with protection from the western sun and regular summer water where dry. Deciduous in colder areas, but can remain evergreen in mid winters. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Rosaceae Rubus pentalobus 'Sonya's Parasol' variegated creeping raspberry A sport of a most useful, groundcovering rubus, Sonya's Parasol maintains wonderfully cream-streaked, shiny green leaves on plants rarely exceeding 4" in height but spreading to form a small groundcover or container plant. We were thrilled to find this as our own variegated introduction was lost some years ago. Good for lighting the understory of small shrubs or shady nooks. Works in fairly deep shade to all but the most blasty full sun. Would like regular water in dry places. Frost hardy to upper zone 6. $13 Rosaceae Ruschia clavata Intriguing shrubby mesem (ice plant) from southern South Africa growing to 4 ft tall with open branches and adjoining globular, olive-green to bluish leaves. Bright light where soil is lean and well-drained and some summer water can be provided. Expected to be frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7 and possibly lower. Good container specimen as well. $9 Aizoaceae Ruschia hamata $7 Aizoaceae Ruschia namaquana ice plant Small shrub, to about 2 ft, with clasping succulent leaves giving it the appearance of a strange sea creature rather than a desert shrub. One of the first succulents Sean received as a child from a defunct succulent nursery in the San Joaquin valley. Very drought tolerant as its Namaqualand origins would indicate, though it prefers to be damp in the winter for best growth. Full sun. Excellent pot specimen. Reliably hardy to just a bit under 20F, uppermost USDA zone 8; colder with protection. $10 Aizoaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 142 Ruscus hypoglossum This small evergreen shrub, to 2 ft, is nothing but stems, but seems to survive quite nicely, thank you. (What appear to be leaves are really flattened stems or cladodes.) Native from Italy to the Czech Republic, it’s often used to do rough cleaning (beating rugs, cleaning butchering blocks, etc.). In spring, tiny white flowers appear on the tops of cladodes. Indestructible border plant; better in the winter when it sets berries. Best in part to full shade in rich, well-drained soil. Though drought tolerant, growth is better with summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $15 Liliaceae / Asparagaceae Sabal palmetto cabbage palm From seeds shared with us by fellow plant nut, Hayes Jackson, in Aniston, AL, from his quick growing specimen, one having survived a couple of dips below 10ºF no worse for wear. The state tree of South Carolina, this stately palmetto reaches 30 ft or more, though quickly in the southeast, quite slowly in the cool summer night West. Lovers of heat and consistent summer moisture: fast growing in any hot-summer-night area and slow to form a trunk elsewhere. Because it stretches from the coast of the Carolinas to the Gulf to the Caribbean, we are always on the lookout for northern forms. "Don't be dumb, get you some" -- Hayes Jackson 2002. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $16 Arecaceae Salvia 'El Cielo Blue' A superb species collected originally by the Yucca Do boys high in the Sierra Madre Orientale at about 6000 ft, this tall, flowering, hummingbird magnet has small leathery leaves to about 3” with dark stemmed cheery blue flowers on shrubs to about 6 ft. In our climate, it has frosted to the ground during the occasional dip into the low twenties, but has recovered in spring. Mulch in colder climates and provide occassional watering in dry summer climates. $9 Lamiaceae Salvia africana-lutea 'Kirstenbosch' One of a great number of attractive shrubby salvias from the Cape of South Africa, this plant a selection from Kirstenbosch Botanic Garden, from the dry winter rainfall country with very sterile soil, grows into a woody shrub of about 4 ft with very blue-green leaves and striking carmel-brown and gold flowers in spring in the wild but nearly year round in appropriate gardens. The savory aroma produced by the slightest brush is quite wonderful. Can be pruned lightly or severely to shape. Full sun, sharp drainage; low on the nutrients. Subject to occasional damage in our garden so we take emergency cuttings but we also use it as a constituent in many a community pot. Low end of USDA zone 9; possibly zone 8. $11 Lamiaceae Salvia nipponica 'Fuji Snow' Japanese Woodland Sage $12 Lamiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 143 Sambucus nigra 'Eva' black elderberry Also sold under the name 'Black Lace,' this is an elderberry that knows how to behave itself ... or so we are told. Leaves are shining black-purple, deeply cut, and layered on a deciduous, somewhat dwarf shrub to 8 ft tall if left unpruned. Add the contrast of spring flowers in soft pink flowers followed by dark red berries ... berries that are delicious in pies, jams, and pancake syrup! Fun for all seasons. Sun is best and supplemental summer water. Frost hardy into -30F, USDA zone 4. $14 Adoxaceae Sarcandra glabra senryo Evergreen gound cover with shiny, serrated foliage, the leaves 4-6" long and half as wide. Plants form small mounds 1 to 3 ft high and wide. Small, yellowish flowers appear in May followed by 1/4" orange-red fruits (drupes) in autumn, remaining through spring. A woodland plant in its native Asian habitat; appreciates regular water and at least dappled shade in hottest climates. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $14 Chloranthaceae Sarcandra sp. - purple leaf $12 Chloranthaceae Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis sweet box Small evergreen shrub with shiny leaves and, in January, tiny white, thread-like flowers that give a wonderfully spicy aroma to the winter air. To only 12-14” inches tall, these small shrubs spread slowing adding more stems for more flowers and more wonderful winter aromas and more of the distinctive, round black fruit. A must have for the shady garden with rich soil and a little summer water. Extremely choice. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Buxaceae Sarcococca salicifolia sweet box One of the most unusual and graceful of the sarcococcas, this 4 to 5 ft shrub of equal spread possesses arching branches and long, yes, willow-like leaves of shiny light green, appearing very much like bamboo as well. The particularly fragrant flowers are most abundant in fall into early winter and are a creamy green-yellow melding beautifully with the shiny leaves. Light dappled shade to full shade -- ok in sun in coastal climates -- with reasonable summer water and fertile to average soil. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, though a form exists in the JC Raulston Arboretum in zone 7 in North Carolina suffering only occasional damage. $15 Buxaceae Sarcococca saligna christmas false box This winter-blooming shrub, with tiny white, thread-like flowers and delightful December to February fragrance, comes from the high mountains of Afghanistan. To 3 ft tall x 6 ft wide eventually, with densely held, evergreen leaves, narrow and tapered, dark green above and lighter beneath. Full sun to part shade with regular summer moisture. This form was shared with us by Western Hills Nursery. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $15 Buxaceae Sarcococca sp. - narrow leaf $14 Buxaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 144 Saxifraga umbrosa var. primuloides miniature london pride Wonderful saxifrage, with evergreen rosettes of dark green leaves - echeveria-like - forming a ground- covering mat in part shade or dappled shade. Can produce sprays of pinkish flowers. Accepts summer water but tolerates drought as well once established putting it on that short list of plants for dry shade! Frost hardy to a remarkable -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Saxifragaceae Schefflera arboricola BSWJ 7040 dwarf umbrella tree Nice, five to nine leafletted evergreen from southeast Asia collected by famous plants hunters Bleddyn and Sue Wynn-Jones. Exciting and unusual. Can be pinched for a compact shrub or pruned as a small tree and allowed to reach its full height of 10-15 ft over time. Best in partial shade with rich soil and regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 9B. A find pot specimen where temperatures drop into the low 20sF. $28 Araliaceae Schefflera delavayi In our never ending search for garden hardy evergreen Schefflera relatives, here's one that's actually a Schefflera. This Himalayan species grows eventually to 6 or 8 ft and can have leaves in excess of 2 ft with an exquisite tawny indumentum. So far has proven hardier than even Fatsia to a low USDA zone 7!! Dappled shade is best with even moisture. $19 Araliaceae Schisandra propinqua var. sinensis Shared with us years ago by plantsman Dan Hinkley, this small evergreen vine, to 6-8 ft, is replete with stems and petioles tinted burgundy and shiny, 3” leaves. The spring and summer flowers contribute another reddish element to the entire plant’s moody appearance. We have found it an attractive addition to the base of larger vines where woody stems are exposed and a useful spiller in containers. Suitable in both shade and sun with at least occasional summer water in either spot. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Magnoliaceae

Schizostylis coccinea f. alba KAFFIR LILY Cheerful perennial with grassy leaves and, in this form, clear white, star-shaped flowers atop longish stems, appearing mostly in fall and into winter but here and there throughout the summer. To 2 ft tall forming clumps to 12" wide in full to part sun with regular moisture for best performance. Vigorous grower, easily kept in bounds. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $9 Iridaceae Schoenus pauciflorus bog rush A selected form of bog rush that is a particularly deep rich burgundy with copper tints and a very good texture, for border edge or container. Flowers on this New Zealand sedge are small and reddish purple, born on the tip ends of the spikes. Capable of withstanding inundation; otherwise prefers some water in sun or shade. Frost hardy to at least 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Cyperaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 145 Scilla peruviana giant squill A Mediterranean bulb named for a South American country, botanists of the time having named it for The Peru, the ship that first brought bulbs to England. However it was named, this large flowered scilla is a huge hit in the early spring garden with 6-12" flower stalks of azure blue flowers resembling a hyacinth. Summer dormant with rosettes of strappy leaves emerging in fall. Full sun and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant though remains evergreen with summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $11 Liliaceae Scrophularia macrantha Redbirds in a Tree, New Mexico Rare wildflower that hails from the southern mountains of New Mexico and Arizona and blooms all summer on long, slender spires of red and white-tipped flowers that bloom all summer and resemble a flock of birds perched on a tree branch. Height to 3-4' and 18" wide. Part to full sun. Fast growing. Makes an excellent container specimen, attracting hummingbirds. Frost hardy to USDA zone 4. $12 Scrophulariaceae Scutellaria suffrutescens 'Peter's Pick' texas skullcap $11 Lamiaceae Sedum 'Chocolate Ball' A new small sedum with entirely delicious, needled foliage -- like a teeny conifer -- in dark green with hints of black in summer, adding in dark red brown -- think chocolate -- in cold weather. To only 6-8" tall spreading to 12-14" wide. A great groundcover for sun, well-drained soil, and occasional summer water for best appearance. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8; reported hardy in zone 7 and even colder. $6 Crassulaceae Sedum 'Helen Payne' $7 Crassulaceae Sedum 'Silver Moon' This hybrid sedum doubtless involving S. spathulifolium and S. laxum was collected in the days of yore in the rich Klamath country of the southern Siskiyou Mountains by famed succulent enthusiast Helen Payne. Light gray-green rosettes to about 3" spread quickly to form no-fuss mats. Wonderful in sun to light shade as a small-scale groundcover, for a green roof, or, yes, windowsill planter. Zone 5. Prefers summer drought. $7 Crassulaceae Sedum clavatum This form is rumored to be bluer than the typical species found wild in Mexico. This form also tends to grow in shorter, denser clumps to a height of about six inches tall and gently spreading. Can likely handle brief periods of frost and is frost hardy in USDA zone 9b, maybe lower. Perhaps best treated as a container plant and then brought in as a houseplant during the winter. $9 Crassulaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 146 Sedum confusum One of the best of the southern Asian sedums, to 18” or more in jade-plantesque green mounds that can be thinned to exhibit a tree-like form...otherwise can be used as dense ground cover. Bright yellow flowers. Full sun to part shade; summer water for best appearance. Frost hardy to between 0 and 10F - USDA zone 7. $5 Crassulaceae Sedum dendroideum bush sedum Tall sedum, earning its common names of bush sedum or tree sedum by reaching to 1-3 ft tall along rooting stems that create a large, ground-covering clump to 3-4 ft wide. Succulent leaves and long and green; flowers are yellow in star-shaped clusters appearing in late winter and early spring. Best in sun to part shade in the well-drained, dry garden preferably in a protected spot. Frost hardy to the mid 20s F, USDA zone 9. $8 Crassulaceae Sedum laxum SBH 9393 $9 Crassulaceae Sedum niveum SBH 9227a davidson's stonecrop From a small native range in the mountains above Palms Springs, California, comes this precious, small succulent, with winter resting rosettes to only about 1/4" spreading to make colonies eventually several feet wide. In spring and summer 3-4" stalks of starry white flowers stand above. Easy going, requiring only decent drainage and dappled sun to full sun. Drought tolerant but can handle water any time of the year as its moutntain habitat has frequent thunder showers. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Crassulaceae Sedum niveum SBH 9227a [EL Toro] $7 Crassulaceae Sedum nussbaumerianum donkey tail sedum Also called copperstone stonecrop, this sedum is low growing, to only 8" tall x 2-3 ft wide, with 1" pointed, succulent leaves, green with rosy bronze tints. Flowers are fragrant, appearing in white umbels in late winter to spring. Likes full sun in well-drained soil with occasional summer water and fertilizer. Does well in coastal areas. Frost hardy in mid to upper USDA zone 9. In colder areas, a good container sedum or houseplant that trails willingly over edges. $8 Crassulaceae Sedum nussbaumerianum 'Coppertop' donkey tail sedum This copper sedum loves warm weather with sun and dry soil. This sedum is low growing, to only 8" tall x 2-3 ft wide, with 1" pointed, succulent leaves, green with rosy bronze tints. Flowers are fragrant, appearing in white umbels in late winter to spring. Likes full sun in well-drained soil with occasional summer water and fertilizer. Does well in coastal areas. Frost hardy in mid to upper USDA zone 9. In colder areas, a good container sedum or houseplant that trails willingly over edges. $7 Crassulaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 147 Sedum oregonense 'Black Butte' Stonecrop A Cistus introduction. A vigorous form of the western Cascade native with blue-green, red tinted leaves forming what appear to be octagonal rosettes, 3-4 " in height spreading indefinitely, but 3 ft can be expected in a couple of years. The late spring flowers are a pale cream yellow contrasting nicely with the foliage. The more sun the brighter the foliage. For best performance mineral soil and a minimum of summer water at least while temperatures are high. Probably frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $8 Crassulaceae Sedum oregonense SBH 2028 creamy flowered stonecrop Plants from this particular population probably represent a hybrid between S. oreganum and S. spathifolium, though mostly resemble the former. Robust green-tinted-blue-gray rosettes of about 1" quickly form mats that are most useful for small-scale groundcover, pots, or roof planting. Pale yellow flowers add color in spring to early summer. Prefers a bit of summer drought especially where hot, otherwise almost any soil in half shade to full sun. Frost yard to -10F, USDA zone 6, probably colder. $9 Crassulaceae Sedum palmeri - hardy selection palmer's sedum A sprawling Mexican sedum, collected at 10,000 ft in elevation, with startling orange-yellow flowers in early spring and attractive rosettes of blue-green leaves throughout the year. Forms patches to 6" tall x 12" wide. Easy in full sun with good drainage and some to little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. Drapes nicely over the sides of containers. $7 Crassulaceae Sedum spathulifolium var. purdyi SBH 7404 - Red Satellites $9 Crassulaceae Sedum wrightii A most compact succulent from the high mountains of Sonora and Chihuahua to N. Mexico with cheery green rosettes of only about 2" spreading to form clumps in their cliffside habitats with white flowers produced late spring and often late summer after the monsoons. Wonderful container or rock garden specimen. Be sure to give it your own monsoon in summer dry climates. Zone 7 with bright to dappled light. $7 Crassulaceae Senecio jacobsenii trailing jade Trailing succulent that roots along stems that can reach up to 4 ft long, carrying 2-3" rounded, fleshy, overlapping leaves, green in summer, becoming purplish in winter cold. Small orange flowers occasionally appear in fall or early winter. Happy draped over walls or containers in sunny dry conditions with only occasional summer water. Frost hardy to 30F, USDA zone 10 and possibly into zone 9. Does well as a houseplant with plenty of light. $11 Asteraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 148 Senecio tropaeolifolius Succulent nasturtium Here’s an odd little South African member of the daisy family that’s grown primarily for its funny glaucous blue foliage. Yellow flowers emerge in spring and are follwed by puffy white seedheads. Needs sharp drainage. Try it in a container, or in a rock wall (and cross your fingers in a cold Pdx winter). Sun to part sun. Cold hardy in USDA zone 9 $9 Asteraceae Sesleria 'Greenlee Hybrid' $15 Poaceae Sesleria caerulea blue moor grass Lovely little grass with foliage that is blue on top and green beneath, giving an interesting, bicolor appearance. Forms clumps to 6-12" tall x 9-12" wide, a bit taller when the green, not-very-showy flowers stand above in spring. Easy and useful in the garden as fillers, accents, and borders or as a ground cover in sun to part shade with regular summer water. Evergreen in milder climates and frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $10 Poaceae Solanum pseudocapsicum False Jerusalem Cherry, Winter Cherry We wouldn’t have believed its hardiness had we not been watching it thrive in a neighborhood garden for the past 7 years. White flowers followed by orange-red to scarlet fruit that is held a long time. Part to full sun with good draining soil. Makes and excellent container specimen where it will grow to about 2' tall and wide. Reseeds if temps dip below 10F. $7 Solanaceae Solanum pseudocapsicum 'Variegatum' Variegated False Jerusalem Cherry Not only are the leaves of this tomato relative edged and streaked with creamy silver but the round, bright orange-red fruit also exhibits stripes and marbling as well. (Decorative but not to be eaten!) Actually found in Madeira rather than the holy land, the green form has been long cultivated as a house and garden plant, enduring in old Portland gardens from the Victorian era. We like to promote this as an excellent, hardy shrub, to 2 ft tall, with white flowers in late summer and striking berries holding for most of the winter. Sun to part shade with regular was. Can also be grown as a house plant. Frost hardy and easy in USDA zone 8. $14 Solanaceae Sophora gypsophila SBH 8986 guadalupe mountain necklacepod These seedlings, from our collection from New Mexico's Guadelupe Mountains at close to 6000 ft elevation, resemble S. segundiflora but have slightly duller leaves, even gray-tinted, and sometimes a fine covering of silky hair. Reaching to 6-8 ft tall as shrubs, they can also be pruned to miniature trees -- either one is handsome with evergreen, multi-leafletted leaves and purple blue flowers reminiscent of a wisteria in spring and occasionally throughout the year. Best in bright light and good drainage. Drought tolerant but summer water improves the flowers and flowering season. Frost hardiness likely into USDA zone 6 as the region has recently experienced many winters with brief dips below 0F. $12 Fabaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 149 Sophora prostrata 'Little Baby' A smallish shrub from New Zealand with narrow wiry stems growing in a zigzag fashion, bearing pretty leaves with tiny leaflets. Golden orange pea flowers are produced late in the season. Most we’ve seen reach 4 ft or so in a glorious, Rastafarian tangle. Best in full sun, lean soil, not much fertilizer, and summer water to establish and occasional thereafter. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8, possibly into zone 7. $14 Fabaceae Sophora secundiflora - Silver Peso Strain Fabulous relative of the Texas bean tree from the foothills of Mexico's Sierra del Parras. 5 to 6 ft shrub plastered with velvety silver fur and deep purply-blue Wisteria-like flowers in late spring followed by toxic, yes toxic!, seeds. Frost hardy to the upper teens F. Well-drained hot spot with some summer water. Great container plant. $12 Fabaceae Speirantha convallarioides false lily of the valley Charming liliaceous evergreen ground cover, one of the myriad from south and east Asia. With bold leaves, this one forms 12" leafy rosettes of deep green slowly spreading to form small colonies to 3 ft or so at home in the deepest, darkest shade. The flowers are tiny trumpets, white and fragrant, appearing in spring and again in fall. Very good for a tropical effect. Needs summer moisture. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Asparagaceae Stachyurus salicifolius willow leaf spiketail Elegant evergreen shrub from China with long and narrow pointed, rain-tipped leaves on arching stems to 6-8 ft tall x 5-6 ft wide. In winter pendulous chains of white-to-greenish-white blooms tantalize for a long time from bud to bloom. Truly striking year round and wonderful arching out over banks. Morning with afternoon shade, or dappled shade with regular summer water for best performance. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. $16 Stachyuraceae Stauntonia hexaphylla mube Vigorous, evergreen, hard to find vine - with large, glossy, compound leaves that emerge in tints of amber and darken to blue-green. Abundant white, fragrant, flowers flushed with purple cover the vine in spring to early summer followed by purple, edible fruit when cross pollinated. Tolerates sun where summer are not blisteringly hot and summer water is plentiful. Otherwise part shade with summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $14 Lardizabalaceae Sternbergia lutea autumn daffodil A fall-bloomer, joining with autumn crocuses to provide cheerful fall color, this Mediterranean native has been cultivated in the US since colonial times. An amaryillis relation, in miniature, to only 6" tall or so, with bright yellow flowers in October. Best in bright, hot spots -- full sun or just a bit of shade -- but protected from winter winds and, preferably, from below freezing weather. Easily frost hardy in USDA zone 9 and above; possible with mulch and careful siting in USDA zone 8. Our clone from the University of California at Davis. $9 Amaryllidaceae Stomatium sp. 'Compact' $8 Aizoaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 150 Strobilanthes sp. - green ribbed $9 Acanthaceae Sycopsis sinensis - narrow leaf form Selected from a seed batch, this graceful large shrub to small tree, reaching to 15 ft tall or more with silvery bark and horizontal branches, has, instead of the long, oval, deep green leaves of the species, leaves of 1/4" x 3" leaves, making this collection quite distinct. Small clusters of reddish flowers, similar to its cousins the hamamelids, appear in winter - not very flashy but lovely up close. Very good for screening or a small garden specimen in shade to sun, though we find it somewhat more graceful in at least afternoon shade. Prefers some summer water where dry. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, possibly colder. $15 Hamamelidaceae Tagetes lemmonii 'Martins Mutant' Every Thanksgiving we have a bouquet of bright, lemon-yellow flowered Mexican marigolds filling the house with their distinct aroma. This one with finely divided, feathery foliage, tinged with silver. Yum! Height and width to 4-5 ft. Full to part sun and little summer water. A dieback shrub in USDA zone 8, resprouting in spring. Great as a mosquito and insect repellent, so plant near the vegetable garden. $12 Asteraceae Tephrocactus articulatus - white spined clone paper spined cholla This opuntia relative, one of our collections taken years ago from northwestern Argentina, grows into pyramidal clumps of 18" or so, each pad nearly round with thick, white "crows feet" toward the tip of each one. Established plants display yellow flowers. A good dry garden species in USDA zone 8b or above with protection from excess winter moisture. (Note: If plants become exceedingly dry, pads easily disarticulate.) $14 Cactaceae Tephrocactus articulatus var. strobiliformis pinewood cactus Weird and wonderful opuntia relative from northwest Argentina, this form looking for all the world like a stack of conifer cones... or various other things the imagination might conjure. Lovers of heat, drought and sun. Decent drainage, summer water, winter drought with frost hardiness to a little below 20F, USDA zone 9 or so. Otherwise fabo container plant to amuse friends and frighten neighbors. $16 Cactaceae Teucridium parvifolium New Zealand shrub, to 5 ft tall or so, with dainty, mid-green leaves and mustard-yellow stems that beautifully accentuate the dark leaf petioles -- a most attractive effect. White, pendulous flowers appear in winter and early spring. An architectural plant with interesting color combinations and unusual texture for the garden. Best in dappled sun to shade in rich soil with some summer water. Evergreen to 10F, USDA zone 9, and upper zone 8; resprouts from the bottom of zone 8. $12 Lamiaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 151 Teucrium scorodonia 'Crispum' curly leaved germander A plant for dry shade! and pretty with bright green leaves that are crinkled and ruffled on the edges as well as fuzzy and aromatic. Did we mention drought tolerant once established? Grown for the foliage but flowers in summer with spikes of creamy flowers flushed pink. These mounding perennials, to 12-18" tall and spreading into 2 ft colonies, enjoy sun (with some water) to shade -- a ground cover that looks good in any conditions. Frost hardy to at least USDA zone 6. $11 Lamiaceae Tigridia pavonia tiger flower Beautiful irid widespread in Mexico, these high elevation collections produce 4” flowers of orange to dark yellow. Loves most garden conditions provided some summer water where dry. Sun to dappled shade, spreading freely into attractive clumps. Goes happily winter dormant in the 20s F but resprouts again in spring, especially if mulched ... even lower, to 10F, USDA zone 8, with more mulch … but there has to be a limit… Good in containers. $11 Iridaceae Trachelospermum 'First Snow' asian star jasmine A Japanese selection and one of a small group of cultivars with dark-reddish leaves, especially with bright light or in cool weather, with new growth softening to nearly florescent pink and peach and cream -- and polka-dotted in contrasting colors! The plant, when grown to a large clump, vine, or cascade, indeed, looks as if it has been lightly frosted with snow. Drought tolerant though much more vigorous with reliable summer water and an occasional application of nutrients. Sun to shade with well-drained soil, though willing to growing in nearly concrete. Has sweetly scented flowers but seldom so when planted as a ground cover; only when allowed to climb or mound and it reaches its summit will the flowers appear. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum asiaticum asian star jasmine Given to us by plantsman Neil Bell, this small vine or groundcover has narrow, deep green leaves, with deep veins -- almost appearing variegated. A handsome and vigorous, star jasmine, easily reaching 6 ft in 2-3 years. Though shy to flower as a ground cover, climbing or container plants produce sweetly scented, creamy yellow flowers. Happy in sun or shade with regular summer water for best performance. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $11 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Chirimen' asian star jasmine A glittering, tiny star jasmine, brought from Japan as a gift several years ago. It remained quite dwarf growing only an inch or two a year at first, gaining vigor as time went by. The 1/4" to 1/3" leaves are closely held, narrow, and streaked silver-white and dark green on dark stems. Each plant grows no more than 6" in height, mounding if in bright light or in tight quarters, becoming a miniature vine in dappled shade or if allowed to climb. After several years, "adult" leaves form, to 1/2", and small, sweetly scented, creamy flowers appear. It is hard to imagine a better small container, rock garden, or freestone wall plant especially when contrasted with darker colors. Full sun, for most compactness, to shade. Rich, freely draining soil. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Apocynaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 152 Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Goshiki' asian star jasmine Another wonderful star jasmine, an evergreen vine climbing or spreading on the ground to 6 ft, with leaves emerging pink and turning to cream and green. Fragrant yellow flowers add to the attraction on mature plants. Can be kept as a mounding shrub as well. Light shade is best with some summer water. Frost hardy to the mid teens F, USDA zone 8b. $12 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Hatsuyuki' asian star jasmine An Asian star jasmine, very like our T. ‘First Snow’ (the English translation of ‘Hatsuyuki’) but slower growing and shrubbier, so kept separate in order to distinguish these different habits. As with T. 'First Snow' the leaves emerge pinkish white adding green then turning mostly green with age, creating a wonderful color texture in the garden. Sun to part shade with summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. Also useful as an indoor plant. $15 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Kiifu Chirimen' asian star jasmine Extremely congested Asian jasmine from the Miniature Plant Kingdom who used it mostly for bonsai & penjing work. It is a standout in the rock garden or in the open garden. Rarely flowering, its evergreen leaves are very handsome, especially with the slightly crinkled finish to them. Best in full to part sun with summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Ogon Nishiki' asian star jasmine Ever-colorful vine or scrambler keeps growing along the ground, over a bank or up a trellis or tree, showing off the yellow-orange-red-green marbled patterns of the evergreen leaves. We like the way the fresh new growth unfolds in the spring and the way the old growth colors in response to winter cold and hope you do too. Adaptable in sun to part shade with regular summer moisture for faster growth. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Ogon' asian star jasmine Diminutive Asian jasmine, to only 2 ft wide by 6” tall -- can grow larger in time, with shiny gold leaves under 1" on orangey stems and, in spring, creamy, nearly yellow flowers. Wonderful for spilling over planters or as a small scale ground cover. Especially striking with black mondo grass, but isn’t everything? Does well with regular summer water in shade to full sun, though the colors can bleach in the brightest light. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $12 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Red Top' asian star jasmine Hardy flowering jasmine, evergreen, to 10 ft tall or so, for trailing or climbing a wall. This one with deep, reddish bronze new growth turns green in summer and a darker bronze in winter. White flowers, when they finally arrive, have a sweet and creamy fragrance. Sun to part shade with summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Apocynaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 153 Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Theta' asian star jasmine A Cistus introduction, named for Sean’s mother, this extremely ornamental star jasmine has distinctve foliage -- very narrow, under 3/8" wide x 2" long -- and a vining, scrambling habit, draping beautifully over walls, in a rockery, or in a container. Eventually produced sweetly fragrant white flowers. Vigorous and hardy in full to part sun with some summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum jasminoides - pink flowered form Everybody loves the cheerful white flowers and sweet scent of star jasmine in the summer. This plant offers the same sweet aroma from pink flowers, also on a 10-15 ft vine or ranging ground cover, with dark green leaves creating the perfect backdrop. Wonderful on low walls or fences. Happy in sun to part shade with regular summer water to establish, tolerating lesser amounts thereafter. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 7. $14 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Madison' star jasmine A selection several years ago from Madison, Georgia where several species, some thought to be quite frost hardy were killed in a sub 0F freeze. This free flowering selection has 1 1/2" rounded leaves, quite felty on the reverse, and nearly 1/2" palest yellow flowers in great abundance in spring through early summer, then sporadically through fall. Makes a fine ground cover or pot specimen. One plant near our Portland home graces a 2 1/2 story chimney and is drop-dead gorgeous. Full sun to partial shade; at home in full shade but flowers more sparsely. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, possibly even brief dips into upper zone 6. $14 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Tricolor' star jasmine Foliage is splashed with cream on this scandent evergreen vine. Typically T. jasminoides flowers, these creamy yellow, appear in summer, both lovely and fragrant. Lovely as a ground cover, scrambling over rocks or down slopes or climbing to 8-10 ft on any support. Provide full sun for best flowering along with regular summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $12 Apocynaceae Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Variegatum' star jasmine A pretty and delicate form brought from England in 1997, this cultivar is as vigorous as the species but the leaves, measuring about 1/2" x 2", are margined and streaked creamy white and plants show a great propensity for climbing. Sweetly scented flowers, more white than cream, in great abundance but small. Makes a wonderful contrast with other clinging vines with dark green leaves, e.g., creeping figs (Ficus pumila) or climbing evergreen hydrangeas (Hydrangea seamanii). We have used this in dark courtyards with such plants as variegated forms of Fatsia japonica and variegated aspidistra to great effect. Shade to sun, though not likely to flower in deepest shade. Fertile, well-watered soil preferably. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Apocynaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 154 Trachelospermum sp. - Cliff Parks star jasmine Purchased years ago from the great nursery, Camellia Forest, this Cliff Parks collection, clearly related to T. jasminoides, has uniquely broad, triangular leaves with a slightly ruffled surface adding a particularly lovely texture in the garden or container. The flowers, creamy white with maybe a drop of yellow, have the typical star jasmine fragrance with a little drop of custard. We’ve enjoyed this plant for many years but have just now propagated it in enough numbers for you to enjoy as well. Drought tolerant, as are the other star jasmine, but prettier with some summer moisture. Sun or shade with best flowers in sun. Has taken USDA zone 7 winters in stride. $14 Apocynaceae Trachycarpus takil kumaon fan palm A vigorous chusan palm, grown from closed pollinated seed originally collected by Hoffman years ago in Mt. Takil. The adult plants have exceptionally large fronds, standing upwards of 4-5 ft and bending in a uniform manner giving the tree a robust and almost weeping effect. Growth is quick, sometimes more than 18" of trunk per year in happy times. It is possible that these tend toward similar palms growing nearby and now called T. nova. Elegant in any case, in sun or dappled shade in rich soil with summer water where dry. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7 though fans can tatter below 10F, regrowing in summer. $12 Arecaceae Trachycarpus wagnerianus japanese temple palm To us the most exquisite of the Trachycarpus clan, found nearly 200 years ago in a temple in southern Japan and known only from cultivation. The stiff, symmetric leaves, looking as if shorn carefully at the ends, are lightly edged in white indumentum and often have most attractive pale blue undersides. Because of the rigidity of the leaves, they never tatter in high winds. Their most unique feature and what makes them most easily recognized is the several years spent resembling a miniature palm, as from very early on their fronds become "adult" -- even when only 4" or 5" across. Can be kept dwarf for many years but in the ground, with adequate summer water, they grow even more quickly than typical chusan palms, actually doubling in size for several years. Our 10 year old plants are now approaching 12-15 ft in height. (A small tidbit: though an incorrect entry, a palm book years ago confused T. wagnerianus with T. takil when actually they have little in common.) Best in bright sun. About as frost hardy as T. fortunei but shows damage less easily, e.g. no tattering.$22 Our seed is produced from our own isolated plants. Woohoo! These plants already at leastArecaceae 4 years Tradescantia 'Blue & Gold' Slow-growing spiderwort with soft, foliage golden -- more golden in bright light and more chartreuse in shady conditions -- and stunning, deep, iris-blue flowers, an amazing contrast over a long season. To 18" tall in clumps as wide. Can be cut back in summer to refresh and rehsape. Sun for best color or part shade with regular summer water. Easy in the garden, even enjoying very moist spots. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. Also known as T. 'Sweet Kate.' $11 Commelinaceae Ugni molinae 'Flambeau' variegated chilean guava Fabulous foliage, the small leaves variegated in green, creams, and pink on this small, evergreen shrub, slowly to 3 ft tall x 4 ft wide. Flowers are nodding pink bells that produce delicious edible berries in the fall. Sun to part sun with shelter from wind, well-drained soil and consistent water. Frost hardy to mid USDA zone 8. $14 Myrtaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 155 Ugni molinae RCH 396 Handsome shrub to 3 ft with glossy leaves, this form, a discovery in one of our seed batches, has particularly large – to over 1/3” -- pinky red fruit tasting particularly of strawberry pop tarts. (Sugar sprinkles not included.) Otherwise, 1" leaves, tipped maroon in new growth and white flowers, fragrant in spring to summer. Full sun, especially in coastal areas; dappled shade inland. Organic, well-drained soil a plus. Frost hardy to the mid teens F, mid USDA zone 8. $14 Myrtaceae Ulmus parvifolia '11th Avenue' This lovely selection of the semi-evergreen Chinese elm, propagated from a specimen on Portland's 11th Avenue, has small glossy leaves, mostly evergreen in warmer parts of its range, though a cold winter can strip the leaves. Deciduous in the colder zones, with fall color from yellow to red-purple. The bark is corky and mottled, exfoliating with age to combinations of gray, green, orange, and brown. Resistant to Dutch elm disease and city air, this is an excellent street tree, somewhat vase-shaped and reaching a luxurious 40-50 ft tall and wide in sun and well-drained soil with regular until well-estalblished summer water. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $15 Ulmaceae Umbellularia californica - dwarf form [O'Brien Bog] dwarf oregon myrtle A Cistus introduction. Dwarf Oregon myrtle or California bay if living south of 42 degrees north). A normally stately tree in the avocado family inhabiting western Oregon and coastal California, these Siskiyou endemic forms reach only 6-8 ft as dense shrubs with evergreen leaves emerging bronze and aging to deep green. This clone becomes a dense, pyramidal form with leaves held upright displaying bluish undersides. A perfect chance to acquire this wonderful species in a manageable size. Small clusters of brush-like, yellow flowers produce shiny, green, nearly 1" “avocados” in autumn. Aromatic leaves can be used as seasoning (they are related to the Grecian Laurus nobilis). Drought tolerant for sun or part shade. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6, at least. $14 Lauraceae Umbellularia californica [Fresno, CA] california laurel, oregon myrtle Previously known as U. californica var. fresnensis and now included in the straight species, this form of the California bay laurel from Fresno, California has some distinctive features. A large growing, broad-leaved evergreen, these can reach to 30-40 ft or more, often with weeping foliage, the leathery leaves undercoated with soft, light-colored pubescence, making them particularly attractive and lighter in appearance than typical. Leaves are aromatic, as usual, and useful in cooking, a bit stronger than true bay leaves from Laurus nobilis. Small yellowish flowers are produced in spring followed by a round, green berry that matures purple. Full sun for the best pyramidal form, good drainage, and little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $15 Lauraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 156 Umbellularia californica SBH 7190 - dwarf form dwarf oregon myrtle A Cistus introduction. Another dwarf Oregon myrtle (or dwarf California bay), this one from Josephine County, Oregon at 624 meters elevation, and another opportunity to have this wonderful species in a garden smaller than Texas. Upright to 8 ft tall, a very good, dense shrub, the upheld, evergreen leaves blue on the undersides. Small clusters of brush-like, yellow flowers produce shiny, green, nearly 1" “avocados” in autumn. Aromatic leaves can be used as seasoning (they are related to the Grecian Laurus nobilis). Should be an iconic shrub for the West Coast. Drought tolerant for sun or part shade. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 5, at least. $15 Lauraceae Umbellularia californica SBH 7204 - dwarf form dwarf oregon myrtle A Cistus introduction, one of several dwarf forms of a normally stately tree in the avocado family inhabiting western Oregon and coastal California. This Siskiyou endemic form reaches only 6-8 ft tall and remains a tight, dense gumdrop shape for many years making it easy to use in a small garden. A handsome shrub with evergreen leaves emerging bronze and aging to deep, shiny green, and small clusters of brush-like, yellow flowers that produce green, nearly 1" “avocados” in autumn. The aromatic leaves, like the bay leaves of Laurus nobilis, can be used as seasoning. Should be an iconic shrub for the West Coast. Drought tolerant once established for sun or part shade. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 5, at least. $15 Lauraceae Umbellularia californica SBH 7635 8-10 ft, narrow, upright, and columnar small leaves $15 Myrtaceae Uncinia rubra red hook sedge Ever-red, clumping sedge. Slow growing, to 12" tall x 15" wide and best used in the garden in combination with yellow or light green foliaged plants. For full sun to part shade with regular water in summer. Seed heads can get caught in fur -- both animal and people -- and are best removed. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $12 Cyperaceae Uncinia rubra 'Belindas Find' belinda's hook sedge One of the bright, clumping sedges, this with bronze leaves variegated with striking. bright red coloration. Slow growing, to 12" tall x 15" wide and best used in the garden in combination with yellow or light green foliaged plants. For full sun to part shade with regular water in summer. Seed heads can get caught in fur -- both animal and people -- and are best removed. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8. $11 Cyperaceae Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue' sunshine blueberry A very compact selection, reaching only 3 to 4 ft high and wide, with attractive semi-evergreen foliage, showy pink flowers and, yes, sweet and tasty berries. A good choice for warmer climates as it only requires abouth 150 hours of chilling for a good fruit set. Also tolerant of higher pH soils. Sun, well-drained soil, and regular summer water. Works great in containers too. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $11 Ericaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 157 Vaccinium darrowii 'Rosa’s Blush' darrow's blueberry Most blueberries have interesting fall color; this evergreen form has spring color as well. New leaves, narrow and fine-textured, emerge in reddish pink, changing to blue-green blushed pink before taking on their purple- blue fall color. Of course, they produce tasty blueberries, the pinkish, spring flowers developing into an early summer crop. Low-growing, possibly reaching 3 ft tall and wide, these natives of the sand dunes along the Gulf Coast, are drought tolerant in full sun to light shade and frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $16 Ericaceae Vaccinium macrocarpon 'Pilgrim' american cranberry Grow your own cranberries with good, rich, acid soil, well-drained but able to hold moisture. No bog required. These small, evergreen groundcovers, to only 6" tall, have small, shiny leaves, and in summer, little pink bells that produce abundant, large purple-red berries in autumn. Self-fertile and spreading, rooting along the stems, they prefer sun to a very light shade with ample summer water. Fruit can be expected in 2-3 years after planting. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4, and possibly colder. $12 Ericaceae Vaccinium ovatum 'Huckleberry Hill' evergreen huckleberry A Cistus introduction, our collection of this western native, evergreen huckleberry, a form to only about 30" tall with predominantly upright branches and round, rather congested leaves, the new foliage tinted orange especially when young. The late winter / early spring flowers are a light pink followed by purplish-black fruit that tastes ... well ... ok. Good in the native or dry garden in full sun near the coast or as understory with larger shrubs and trees inland. Prefers a bit of mulch on the soil but surprisingly good in sterile places, unlike many of its kin. Summer drought tolerant, certainly, but doesn't mind the occasional summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Ericaceae Vaccinium ovatum SBH 9143 $15 Ericaceae Vaccinium x 'Pink Lemonade' A pink blueberry! Introduced by Briggs Nursery in 2009, this highbush blueberry cultivar, the first of its kind, is a mid to late-season producer with medium-sized, firm fruit that turns from a lovely pale green to dappled pink to a stunning deep pink when ripe. In addition, its leaves turn a bright orange-red in fall, making this cultivar a changeling in the garden. Will perform well, or even better, in warmer areas. Plant with another rabbbiteye cultivar for good cross-pollination. $12 Ericaceae Vancouveria hexandra inside-out flower An excellent choice for out under the Doug Fir where you just can’t seem to get enough water for anything to thrive. This West Coast native is low growing, to only 8-12" tall, and produces charming tiny white flowers with a spot of red dangle in spring. Shade is best, possibly some morning sun, in fertile soil with mulch. Needs water to establish and tolerates prolonged drought thereafter. Evergreen in USDA zone 8; root hardy to -10F, zone 5. $12 Berberidaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 158 Viburnum aff. henryi A particularly graceful shrub, larger in leaf and stature than the V. henryi that we have been growing for years, this with narrow and shiny leaves, to 5" or more, emerging with reddish coloration, maturing towards orange, and taking on a lovely sunset orange hue in frosty weather. White, late spring flowers look lovely against the evergreen foliage. This clone, shared with us by Scott McMahon several years ago, likes typical viburnum conditions -- shade to mostly sun with summer water in summer dry climates. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Caprifoliaceae / Adoxaceae Viburnum arboricola HW 457343 Shared with us by plantsman Dan Hinkley we feel this narrowly upright plant to be one of the better examples of the genus that has come along in a while. Can be treated as a hedge or used as a small garden specimen tree to 18 -25 ft, adorned with large, shiny evergreen leaves, 4" wide x up to 6" long. In late spring to early summer flattened clusters of white flowers add to the interest. Ideal in dappled shade to full sun with occasional addition of water where summers are dry. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7b. $16 Caprifoliaceae / Adoxaceae Viburnum harryanum sir harry veitch's viburnum Diminutive species, to under 3-4 ft in five years, with arching branches and nearly round, spring-green leaves under 1/3". The flowers, in scale, are small and creamy white with small black berries late in season. At home in woodland gardens, but should be planted where large, falling leaves cannot smother it. Also at home in full sun and in containers with regular moisture and fertilization. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8; possibly upper USDA zone 7. $14 Caprifoliaceae / Adoxaceae Viburnum japonicum 'Variegatum' variegated wax leaf viburnum Striking, evergreen shrub, to 6 ft tall x 5 ft wide, with yellow splash variegation on large, glossy green leaves. Early summer flowers clusters are white and fragrant, followed by red fruit that holds on into the winter. Still somewhat rare in cultivation. Part sun or high shade seems to suit it best with normal summer water. Cold hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Caprifoliaceae / Adoxaceae Viburnum oliganthum - white flowered form white flowered chinese viburnum Shared with us by plantsman Ted Stevens after being obtained from a garden center in Japan. An upright shrub, to about 6 ft tall with thick, almost succulent evergreen, 3" leaves, and striking, hanging clusters of tubular, waxy flowers, white in this form, in spring and sometimes throughout summer. A rather new and interesting texture for woodland or full sun with occasional summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Caprifoliaceae / Adoxaceae Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Cascade' doublefile viburnum Large and handsome, deciduous shrub, to 10 ft tall and up to 12 ft wide, this cultivar somewhat smaller than the species, horizontally branched with dark green leaves. A striking structure alone, and magnificent with the long-lasting, white, lace-cap-like flowers, up to 4" across in late spring to early summer, and the red fruit that follows. Full sun to part shade with consistent summer water for best appearance. Tolerant of seaside conditions and said to be deer resistant. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4. $16 Caprifoliaceae / Adoxaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 159 Viburnum tinus 'Bewleys Variegated' variegated laurustinus This British cultivar of a Mediterranean species has handsome, variegated foliage, shiny green with white edges and pink, fragrant flowers in early spring followed by blue berries in autumn that feed the birds. A very sturdy, evergreen shrub, to 6-8 ft tall, with a dense and bushy habit. Little summer water once established in sun to part shade -- even rather deep shade. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7; hardier than the species. $14 Caprifoliaceae / Adoxaceae Vitis vinifera 'Argentea' $14 Vitaceae Vitis vinifera 'Purpurea' A charming wine grape, deciduous, with dark purple foliage in summer that turns bright scarlet in autumn for two seasons of spectacular color. Late-ripening grapes are edible with sour skins and sweet fruit. Happiest in full sun where it can ramble freely up onto an arbor or shrub, reaching up to 15 ft tall, the size easily controlled by early spring pruning back to a few buds. Good drainage and summer water to establish are best. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5. $14 Vitaceae Wachendorfia thyrsiflora This temperate South African native thrives in wet to semi-dry conditions in bright light with iris-like pleated leaves of 4 ft or more topped by 4-6 ft deep yellow flowers from spring through summer. Evergreen to a little below 20F, but resporouts from 10-15F, USDA zone 8. Tough, long lasting garden perennial. $14 Haemodoraceae Woodwardia fimbriata Giant chain fern The classic, redwood forest, understory fern, this monster can reach well above head height, up to 6 ft tall x 6 -8 ft wide, in a moist, cool, shaded glen where the frost does not linger. Remains evergreen most winters. A sturdy native of the west coast, this clone has lingered where others fail. Rich, fertile soil with regular and plentiful moisture for best performance and size. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $14 Blechnaceae x Fatshedera 'Gold Heart' This cultivar is a particularly nice example of this interesting and non-invasive hybrid between fatsia and hedera. Shared with us by East Coast plantsman Don Jacobs, it has evergreen foliage with a reliable, large and golden, maple leaf pattern in the leaf center, foliage that burnishes red when temperatures fall to the 20s F or below. Plants have all the vigorous characteristics of x Fatshedera lizei 'Aureovariegata', scrambling and leaning to about 5 ft tall and 3 ft wide. Needs summer water in dry places and shade to part sun. Frost hardy well into USDA zone 7. Wonderful as a container plant. $14 Araliaceae x Fatshedera lizei - large leaf $12 Araliaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 160 x Fatshedera lizei 'Angyo Star' aralia ivy One of the most beautiful selections of this popular plant form, a bi-generic cross between fatsia and hedera creating a vining shrub that is trouble free and useful as a low climber to 5 ft, a container plant, or ground cover. This cultivar, initially from Japan and shared with us by plantsman Ted Stephens, has 5-6",evergreen leaves of deep green with clearly defined, creamy white margins. Though it has been successful in exceedingly dark places, happiest in light shade with supplemental summer water where dry. Should be frost hardy into the single digits, lower USDA zone 7. $16 Araliaceae x Fatshedera lizei 'Aureovariegata' The classic variegated form of this cross between Fatsia japonica and Hedera hibernica. Leaves are splashed golden, light green, and deep green on upright stems eventually clambering up to a 6-8 ft, viney shrub or mounding as a large-scale ground cover. Part shade to deep shade is best with consistent summer moisture. Frost hardy to 10f or a bit lower, USDA zone 8 or upper zone 7. $16 Araliaceae x Fatshedera lizei 'Curly' curly aralia ivy This cross between ivy and fatsia is a winner in all respects. A viney shrub, non-clinging with somewhat lax stems that can reach 3 ft tall. This one has cute, curly leaves that add texture. Usually single stemmed, but branching can easily be encouraged by pinching the tips. As with others, it has been successful in exceedingly dark places, but prefers light shade with supplemental summer water where dry. Makes a fine houseplant. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $12 Araliaceae x Gordlinia grandiflora A recent and long sought after cross between Franklinia alatamaha and Gordonia lasianthus by Dr. Tom Ranney at the North Carolina State University Station. Expected to be a lovely ornamental tree, to 15-20 ft tall x 12-18 ft wide, with shiny leaves of green with lovely red overtones, the red increasing in colder weather. Who wouldn't love a mostly evergreen tree that provides rich red fall color. Spring flowers are large, white, and showy. Easier than either of its parents in the garden in sun to part shade with regular summer water. Frost hardiness expected in USDA zone 7 if not 6. $22 Theaceae x Graptosedum 'Vera Higgins' Striking intergeneric hybrid to 4-5" and spreading with round pinky purple leaves, the color becoming more intense in winter. Full sun for best coloration; also best with some summer water. Otherwise, good drainage. Surprisingly frost hardy -- to 15F or so - mid USDA zone 8. Great addition to trough or container. $9 Crassulaceae x Pyracomeles vilmorinii An interesting, arching cross between Pyracantha crenatoserrata and x Osteomeles subrotunda with small, lobed leaves, deeply cut, and profuse, white flowers followed by pink-red berries. Birds LOVE them. A 3-4 ft x 4-6 ft, semi-evergreen shrub for a sunny bit of your garden in moist, well-drained soil. Deciduous but frost hardy to -10F, the bottom of USDA zone 6, and possibly into zone 5. $15 Rosaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 161 Xerophyllum tenax bear grass A grass-like, evergreen perennial, native to the western states and once used in basket-making. Leaves are grassy and flowers are not -- spectacularly so. Rather they are fluffy plumes of white standing above the foliage on stems to 4 ft tall. Gorgeous in a large grouping. Happy in well-drained soil in sun to part shade and drought tolerant once established. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6. $12 Melanthiaceae Yucca aloifolia spanish bayonet One of the larger hardy yucca, forming a trunk to 5-20 ft.... eventually. A great addition to the garden and fine in a container as well -- easy in both. Leaves are large, to 2 ft, sweeping, and sharply pointed. Mature plants produce spikes of white flowers tinged purple appear in early to mid summer. Full sun to half sun in well- drained soil. Easy. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. $14 Agavaceae Yucca aloifolia 'Blue Boy' spanish bayonet A plant Sean knew at the Berkeley Botanic garden, now sometimes sold as Y. aloifolia 'Purpurea', with somewhat soft, arching leaves that are green with purplish highlights in summer, turning more red in winter temperatures. Very tropical. To 4-6 ft. Sun to part sun and well-drained, lean soil with only occasional summer water once established. Frost hardy to 15 to 20F, mid USDA zone 8. An outstanding pot plant. $15 Agavaceae Yucca baccata - upright #424 $15 Agavaceae Yucca baccata var. vespertina 'Hualampai Blue' banana yucca A new Cistus introduction. From our earliest days of botanically exploring the rich area from south western Utah to northern Arizona we’ve noticed the banana yucca, with forms there having upright, very blue leaves looking much like a misplaced sanseverria. This clone, from the south side of the Colorado river in Mojave County, is one of the bluest of the blue. Slowly offsetting clumps have upright leaves, to 4 ft or more, of pale blue adorned with curly filifers. The flowers, cream with nearly red bracts, rise to about 1/2 the leaf height ... but don’t hold your breath for the flowers. This is one of the prettiest yuccas we have come across. Tolerant of all kinds of miserable conditions including drought and poor soil but deserving decent drainage and little push of summer water in the driest spots. Frost hardy in USDA zone 4! $16 Agavaceae Yucca faxoniana It has been long thought that many of the tree yuccas of northern Mexico are not frost hardy, but recently many of us rosette-fanciers have discovered their toughness. Yucca faxoniana produces 3-4 ft rosettes of stiff, emerald-green leaves with symmetric, pearly cream to brown filifers adorning each leaf. Quick to form full sized rosettes; slow to build a trunk that eventually reaches to 16 ft or more; and slow to branch. Fastest when given plenty of root room, free draining soil, and some supplemental water in very dry summer places. Excellent container plants. Prefer bright light. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7 with some success in warm zone 6 with excellent drainage and protection from freezing winds. $16 Agavaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 162 Yucca faxoniana - Albuquerque Another of the tough Yucca faxoniana, this one collected near Albuquerque, New Mexico with the same 3-4 ft rosettes of stiff, emerald-green leaves, each leaf adorned with symmetric, pearly cream to brown filifers. Quick to form full sized rosettes; slow to build a trunk that eventually reaches to 16 ft or more; and slow to branch. Fastest when given plenty of root room, free draining soil, and some supplemental water in very dry summer places. Excellent container plants. Prefer bright light. USDA zone 7 with some success in warm zone 6 with excellent drainage and protection from freezing winds. $15 Agavaceae Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard' Amazing, variegated yucca, clumping to 3 ft, with gold-centered green leaves, the gold brightening in summer’s light. And, true to the species name, the foliage is dressed up with curly white filaments. White flowers in spring on 6 ft stalks. Sun, well-drained soil, and occasional deep summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5. $15 Agavaceae Yucca filifera Tree forming yucca and one of the most sculptural, the trunk eventually forming a swollen base and slowly branching. To upwards of 15 ft tall, with 2 ft rosettes of tightly held blue-green leaves covered with delicately intertwining filifers. Fabulous garden or container specimen for full sun and well-drained soil. Happy with summer moisture and winter drought, though quite versatile provided temperatures don't drop below 15F for extended periods. Cold hardy into the mid teens, mid-USDA zone 8; colder with exceptional drainage. $16 Agavaceae Yucca recurvifolia 'Gold Ribbons' A Cistus introduction. This large growing native, from the Carolinas to the Gulf in sandy spots, forms a stunning rosette of weeping leaves and eventually a trunk to 4-5 ft. The plant is useful in all forms but Y. recurvifolia ''Gold Ribbons', can serve as a striking focal point or container plant with its blue dusted leaves and wide center strip of deep creamy yellow. We have used it as a substitute for the more spectacular, gold variegated, New Zealand flax (Phormium) in exposed or particularly frosty areas. Did we say spectacular? Fairly dry to quite damp conditions; decent drainage a plus. Full sun to dappled shade. Not advisable to let too many leaves collect in the crown if in shade. USDA zone 7; 6 in protected spots. $16 Agavaceae Yucca recurvifolia 'Margarita' Fabulous yucca, evergreen with soft foliage, variegated in creamy yellow striped green with green edges. Very showy. Slow growing, to 4 ft x 6 ft eventually, with tall spikes of ivory bell flowers in summer. Best in full sun to part shade with occasional summer water for best appearance. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. Recently changed from Yucca recurvifolia 'Margaritaville'. $18 Agavaceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 163 Yucca schottii 'Chiricahua High' schott's yucca, mountain yucca A Cistus Introduction, our collection from near the summit of the Chiricahua Mts., a hardy yucca with very blue-gray leaves, to 3 ft long and sharply pointed, both stiff and more flexible than other "tree" yuccas. Eventually to 10 ft tall, single-trunked in youth to about 6 ft tall x 4 ft wide, then multi-trunked. Early summer flowers are white on tall stalks. For sun to part shade. An excellent garden species, both very drought tolerant and very frost hardy, accepting temperatures to -10F, USDA zone 6. $14 Agavaceae Yucca thompsoniana thompson's yucca Charming tree yucca, reaching up to 8 ft tall x 4 ft wide with leaves that are stiff and powder blue with serrated margins and early summer flowers, white on tall stalks above the leaves. Related to and sometimes overlapping with Yucca rostrata though somewhat shorter and more branched, the multiple heads looking something like a miniature Joshua tree (Y. brevifolia). Full sun with good drainage and some summer water is best. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5 or even lower. $15 Agavaceae Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Hercules' hercules calla lily A truly large form of calla lily that we obtained from Western Hills Nursery in Occidental, CA, bigger in both leaves and flowers -- and, of course, better. Leaves are spotted with cream dots and 8-10”, white flowers appear in early spring on stalks up to 6 ft tall. Full sun to part shade with adequate summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. Bulbs can be mulched or lifted in colder climates. $16 Araceae Zauschneria 'UC Hybrid' $12 Onagraceae Zauschneria californica 'Carman's Grey' CALIFORNIA FUSCHIA Masses of clear orange-red flowers cover this low, native, ground cover in late summer through autumn, just when you think the garden has gone to bed. To only 1.5 ft tall or so, this small, die-back shrub spreads by traveling rhizomes -- just enough to provide a lovely show. Best in full sun, little summer water once established, and soil that drains well, e.g, a hillside planting. This form, selected by Ed Carman for its silver foliage and particularly bright flowers, is frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. Also known as Epilobium canum 'Carman's Grey' but we still think "zauschneria' sounds prettier. $12 Onagraceae Zauschneria canum 'John Bixby' California Fuchsia A new introduction from the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden in Claremont, CA with soft gray-green leaves and particularly large scarlet flowers. This selection gets slightly taller than the typical native species, to 18" tall, and 4-5' wide. Full sun in well-drained soil. Excellent on slopes or in the mixed border. Hummingbird attractor. Frost hardy to upper USDA zone 7. $14 Onagraceae

Fall 2014 Mail Order Catalog 164 Zauschneria septentrionalis 'Wayne's Silver' california fuchsia These fabulous late summer bloomers, from California plantsman Wayne Roderick, attract flocks...well, crowds, gangs, companies... of hummingbirds to their bright red, tubular flowers. A small, deciduous shrub, to only a foot tall or so with very, very silver foliage. Perfect in a sunny rock garden or hillside with lean soil. These like a bit more summer water than their truly drought tolerant relatives, so occasional water where dry. (Occasionally included in the genus Epilobium.) Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. $12 Onagraceae Zephyranthes 'Sunset Strain' $12 Amaryllidaceae Zingiber 'White Feather' Dense clumps of long, handsome, green leaves edged in creamy white. This is the reverse variegation pattern of Z. mioga 'Dancing Crane.' This variegated form reaches 3ft tall and multiplies quickly to form a clump to 5 ft wide. Small, creamy white flowers appear at the base of the stalks in late summer and early fall. Best to avoid the hot afternoon sun and provide plentiful summer water. Easy and frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7 and possibly colder. $15 Zingiberaceae

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