ISOPOGON formosus. Drumsticks. This is an Australian shrub of the Protea family, with several unusual features. It grows erect, probably to 5-6’ in this selection. The stems are set with 2" long, finely dissected, bright green leaves resembling those of some of the grevilleas. In spring the plant is transformed by large pincushion-like heads of lavender-rose blossoms. A beautiful specimen shrub for sunny, well drained sites, given occasional deep watering when established. Our thanks to the UCSC Arboretum. Hardy to 18^oF or less.