Cold Hardy Tropicals

A Tough, Ornamental Evergreen
Mahonia aquifolium is a glossy evergreen shrub native to the Pacific Northwest. It features pinnate leaves on long, irregular stems. The individual leaves are leathery, spiny, and resemble holly. The shrub is somewhat coarse in habit, but is still an interesting and ornamental addition to a cold hardy tropical garden. It will [...]

Akebia quinata is a twining woody vine and a vigorous climber. Its dense green foliage is divided into groups of five leaves. Its flowers, which appear in spring, are small and can be obscured by the foliage. They are chocolate-scented, hence the common name. The flowers of the species are purple, but can vary by [...]