wildflowers said:David, I have to say, it's really good to know I'm not the only one trying to grow stuff that is 'outside my zone'! 
@Wildflowers
Between Tropicals, Mediterraneans, and assorted Annuals that are perennials in other zones, I have at least 5 or 6 dozen plants that are way out of zone. These live indoors in winter.
A lot of butterflies, hummers, etc seem to enjoy the special treats I have that are not available else where in my area. Oleander and Plumbago went well this year. And it was cool watching a bee get lost in the bloom of a Brugmansia. Of course the favorite Milkweed (of 5 types I had this year) for Monarch adults? Tropical of course. Which will over winter in my basement so that I can place them back out in very early Spring and they will be there and available for the early bird Monarchs. They are still blooming in my garden, while all the others are long gone.
