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Dichroa febrifuga ‘Guizhou Form’ Zn7b (5º to 10ºF) Hydrangeaceae

A close relative of Hydrangeas from China that forms a compact nearly evergreen shrub. Glossy leaves make way for umbels of small blue flowers that are followed by brilliant blue fruit on this form. To 3' tall and as wide. Loses leaves in cold winters, can resprout from the base after VERY cold winters. Full sun (but not reflected heat) to high overhead shade in rich soil with regular water. Berries last for months.

Drimys lanceolata Zn7b (5º to 10ºF) Winteraceae

'Mountain Pepper' or 'Winter's Bark' is the name given to this handsome evergreen shrub that is native to Tasmania. To about 6' tall and 4' wide in our climate it has dramatic red stems that are a great foil to the deep green leaves. In early spring small chartreuse/white flowers followed by black berries. Full sun in a warm position. This shrub has been grown successfully in the Pacific Northwest for at least 40 years. Regular water in summer. Looks excellent year round. Syn. Tasmannia lanceolata.

Drimys lanceolata ‘Suzette’ Zn7b (5º to 10ºF) Winteraceae

A seldom seen variegated selection of Winter's Bark with leaves attractively flecked and edged in cream. Very effective against the deep green leaves and claret red stems. To 6' tall and 4' wide in five years. Full sun to very light shade in well drained soil. Occasional summer water. Small green flowers in late spring sometimes result in black berries. May be hardier to cold than we list. Syn. Tasmannia l. 'Suzette'.

Ercilla volubilis Zn7b Ericillaceae

An extraordinary shrub that could also be classified as a vine. Best planted near a wall

this stretching evergreen plant will climb vertical accents with ease stretching long stems

straight up. Assuming the habit of a self clinging vine it will display its Ceanothus-like clusters of pink flowers in spring. A native of Chile it has been a great performer in the Pacific Northwest. Amaze your friends- exalt in your garden cleverness. To 12’ (long) and as wide

in time. The matt green leaves have a wavy margin. Full sun to light shade in rich, well drained soil with water regularly through summer- or none.

Erica terminalis Zn7a (0º to 5ºF) Ericaceae

An unusual tree heather that grows to about 6' tall and 4' wide. Needle-like foliage turns a pleasant rust red in cold weather and then back to green in the warmer seasons. In summer pink bell-shaped flowers appear at the tips of the branches and spent flowers are easily brushed off. Full sun and well drained soil. A classic shrub that was first planted extensively around Craftsmen style houses in the early 20th Century.

Escallonia bifida ‘Compact Form’ Zn8a (10º to 15ºF) Escalloniaceae

Very handsome and easy to grow, this is the compact form of the hard to find white flowering Escallonias. Dapper evergreen hedge to 6' tall and 5' wide and may be sheared.White flowers all summer. Excellent around a lawn where one intends to play croquet and sip tea at a table covered with perfect white linen.Tolerant of drought but growth speeds with a little summer water. Prune after flowering.

Escallonia x exoniensis ‘Gold Brian’ Zn7b (5º to 10ºF) Escalloniaceae

Unusual Escallonia with golden foliage and bright pink flowers. To 4' tall and 5' wide in two years this evergreen shrub may be pruned to any desired shape. Part shade to full sun with protection during the hottest hours. Pink blooms in May-July and sporadically when it feels like it. Occasional summer water. A brilliant clipped hedge, literally.Try not to say "brain", I dare you. May be cut back very hard in spring and will quickly rejuvinate.

Escallonia ‘Lou Allen’ Zn7b (5º to 10ºF) Escalloniaceae

FANTASTIC compact form of Escallonia that grows relatively slowly to only 2' tall and 3' wide. Great low hedge or small scale groundcover. Very formal looking. Medium pink flowers appear in early summer and sporadically throughout the year.Tough low maintenence shrub that is drought tolerant when established. Evergreen. Full sun to very light shade in average soil. No pruning necessary- it just grows like this. Cool.

Shrubs

Ceanothus ‘Topaz’ Cotinus c. ‘Grace’

Shrubs play a vital role as the backbone of Pacific Northwest gardens. Our winters are mild enough to enjoy a multitude of choices. Evergreen to deciduous they offer so much from profuse bloom to handsome structure.