Though invented by Lovecraft in 1928 [needs confirmation], the name Cthulhu is probably derived from the Classic Greek word chthonic meaning subterranean, as apparently suggested by Lovecraft himself at the end of his 1923 tale The Rats in the Walls.
They're listed as a zone 5-9 plant but as a member of the hibiscus family, Rose of Sharon naturally prefers a warm climate. As a living fence, which is what you really want, you'll be much better off with some kind of evergreen. Juniper, spruce, pine, fir, there are many sizes and varieties to choose from.
Lyle Leduc/Photographer's Choice RF/Getty Images. The desert rose (Adenium obesum) is a striking plant with swollen succulent stems and deep red flowers. The plant is deciduous in cooler winters, but it can be kept in leaf provided there is sufficient warmth and light water.he desert rose (A. obesum) is the only Adenium found in wide cultivation, although it has been hybridized extensively to obtain different flower colors, including orange, white, striped and the traditional red. Grower's Tips: These are not difficult plants to grow well, provided they get enough sunlight and warmth.