Commented: Bizarre plant, need you smart plant people! :)Sounds like oregon grape (Berberis aquifolium). I'm in Ohio and it grows well here. This site has a good picture and description: www.treknature.com/gallery/photo10824.htm
Commented: Need a clem that withstands tons of direct sunI have a jackmanii growing up a lamp post in full sun near an asphalt driveway and it's doing great. It's been there seven years now. I know some folks consider it "old-fashioned" but hey, w...
Commented: Echinacea mystery : what's eating them?I agree with morz8. Sounds like a squirrel or other four legged critter being ornery. Try sprinkling the plants with ground red pepper and/or spray the areas around the plants with Liquid Fence or fox...
