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Rhapidophyllum Hystrix (Needle Palm)
A young needle palm
About Rhapidophyllum Hystrix
Rhapidophyllum hystrix, the needle palm, is generally considered to be the most cold-hardy palm. It is a slow-growing palm with a shrub-like form, and usually does not form a large trunk. It is indigenous to the coastal southeastern United States, from Mississippi to South Carolina.
Hardiness
Conservatively, the needle palm is hardy [...]
Cannas, Gingers, and Elephant Ears
Cannas, gingers, and elephant ears are generally hardy to zones 7-8, and should be treated as annuals in colder climates. They share the common characteristic of having a large underground rhizome or tuber. Their cold hardiness can be increased by topping them with a heavy layer of mulch in the winter. In climates [...]
Tropical-Looking Shrubs and Other Plants
These tropical-looking plants don’t quite fit into the other categories - small, tropical-looking deciduous shrubs, hardy citrus, eucalyptus, and yuccas. They work well with evergreen trees and shrubs, and deciduous trees to create a permanent framework for your tropical garden.
Dediduous Shrubs, Yuccas, and More:
Buddleia davidii (Butterfly bush) : Zone 5-10
Hibiscus syriacus (Rose-of-sharon) : Zone [...]
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