Cycas taitungensis guizhouensis Perennial Plant of the Year from a slowly creeping rhizome

from a slowly creeping rhizome that makes a 4' wide clump in 6 years

each clump can reach 1' in width with glossy olive-green leaves w/purple undersides

Iris 'Contraband Girl' is so big

We originally acquired this gem from Europe as Arum concinnatum with black spots

The 3' wide clump of corrugated foliage is topped by 2' spikes of lavender flowers in midsummer

Cycas taitungensis guizhouensis Perennial Plant of the Year from a slowly creeping rhizomeThis man made hybrid between the mainland Chinese Cycas guizhouensis and the Taiwanese Cycas taitungensis was created by Florida cycad guru, Robert Chumley. This has proven to be a very vigorous grower, which has so far endured only one winter outdoors for us, including many nights at 16 degrees F. While both parents are similar in appearance, the vigor of the hybrid is truly amazing. We're guessing that this will make a 3' tall x 5' wide specimen in