Helleborus orientalis ~ Hellebore, Lenten Rose size-12-ft and also hosts the Queen

and also hosts the Queen Butterfly and various moth larva

Gardenia Radicans

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Dense plume-like panicles of tiny bright yellow flowers bloom in fall

Sunshine Daydream Abelia is a rounded evergreen shrub with splendid tricolor foliage

Helleborus orientalis ~ Hellebore, Lenten Rose size-12-ft and also hosts the QueenHellebore is a clumping, late winter blooming evergreen perennials with leathery deep green leaves. The long bloom season lasts for 8 10 weeks with small clusters of large cup shaped flowers from winter into spring attracting butterflies and pollinators. Flower colors vary, usually between white, pink, and purple and may have internal spots. Best bloom in dappled sun and moist well drained soils. All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested. Type: