Clematis texensis 'Princess Diana' staked Fairy Gardening the "crest" is Euphorbia lactea

the "crest" is Euphorbia lactea that has been grafted onto another more mundane looking euphorbia (neriifolia or canariensis)

and the tear drop shaped leaves make it unique

but just wait until those same leaves turn a rich yellow before falling from the tree in the autumn

Lemon-colored and lemon-scented - excellent in container planters and hanging baskets as well as in evergreen gardens

This hellebore is indeed magical

Clematis texensis 'Princess Diana' staked Fairy Gardening the "crest" is Euphorbia lacteaUnusual tulip shaped blooms start in mid summer and continue into the fall. 'Princess Diana' blooms only on new wood, so the foliage may be cut to the ground in the fall.