Ceratostigma willmottianum Palmgold Orostachys Beschorneria septentrionalis forms clumps of

Beschorneria septentrionalis forms clumps of large evergreen

The flat evergreen rosettes to 6" wide have unusually crinkled leaves

black-green leaves and small

the older foliage changes to a creamy white border and the clumps are topped with 2' tall spikes of large near-white very fragrant flowers

Despite being nursery seed propagated from long cultivated plants at JLBG

Ceratostigma willmottianum Palmgold Orostachys Beschorneria septentrionalis forms clumps ofBlue and gold together again! This 2001 introduction from Palmstead Nursery in the UK boasts brilliant golden new foliage on the 2' tall upright branches. In midsummer, the golden foliage is highlighted by contrasting cobalt blue flowers. Although it has survived single digit temperatures, Ceratostigma willmottianum 'Palmgold' can be late to reemerge. Where it isn't winter hardy, you can still make great use of its vivid colors in summer containers.