Sabal rosei Cynara Each spike produces 6-10 large

Each spike produces 6-10 large

where it clung to nearly vertical rock cliffs

early spring-flowering orchid

Aspidistra zongbayi 'Old Glory' has thrived for us in the garden since 2002

powder blue leaves are quite flexible and subsequently worthless as a weapon

Sabal rosei Cynara Each spike produces 6-10 largeThis little known palm hails from Mexico's west coast, where it can be found in tropical deciduous forests to 2,500' elevation from Culiacan south to Guadalajara. The 40' tall palms resemble the east coast Sabal palmetto, but with very stiff costapalmate leaves. Plants at Georgia's Bamboo Farm have taken 15 degrees F, and Alabama's Hayes Jackson reports that his plants have withstood 8 degrees F, so we think these are worth a try for gardeners willing