Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Rhododendron ‘George Hyde’ (Hyde) (Azalea Group)
Named for the renowned Rhododendron and Azalea hybridist, Rhododendron ‘George Hyde’ is a spectacular variety. Large, semi-double blooms with a distinctly frilly appearance cover the plant from top to bottom in May.
Rhododendron ‘Irohayama’ (Azalea Group)
If you find the large flowered varieties a little too ostentatious then Rhododendron ‘Irohayama’ is sure to please. From April, dainty white flowers, with a delicate pink blush, appear like apple-blossom across the entire plant.
Leucothoe keiskei ‘Halloween’
A hardy, clump forming, dwarf evergreen shrub with young red leaves maturing to slender, lance-shaped, green leaves. Small, bell shaped white flowers appear in nodding racemes, at the ends of the shoots during May and June.
Rhododendron ‘Fireball’ (Azalea Group)
As the name suggests, Rhododendron ‘Fireball? is a blaze of colour in late spring. Flame-red blooms appear in dense clusters at the stem tips, among copper coloured foliage that slowly matures to green.
Juniperus sabina ‘Blue Sparkle’
Fully hardy, evergreen conifer with slender green-blue needles and a spreading habit that forms a textural, evergreen mound. Juniperus sabina ?Blue Sparkle? grows in any well drained soils, including dry, chalky or sandy conditions.
Rhododendron ‘Gumpo White’ (Azalea Group)
A low growing, spreading variety that makes an elegant feature plant for a rockery or planted en masse at the edge of acid woodlands. From Aril to May, Rhododendron ‘Gumpo White’ is covered in large, white blooms that stand out beautifully against the dark evergreen leaves.
Beetroot ‘Alto’ F1 Hybrid
The first F1 hybrid cylindrical ‘HousewivesChoice Beetroot with the sweetest of flavours. Beetroot Alto F1 has uniform, straight roots which have a smooth rich red skin and flesh colour, free from rings making them easy to prepare. Roots stand proud above the soil, but can be earthed up, and remain in good condition for long
Magnolia sieboldii
Fully hardy in the UK, this deciduous, slow growing shrub eventually becomes a spreading tree so allow it sufficient space. Oval-elliptic dark green leaves with a paler grey-green and downy undersides appear before the flowers.
Fennel ‘Victorio’ F1 Hybrid
Outstanding yields of large, smooth and pure white bulbs with an enticing and traditional aniseed flavour. Fennel ‘Victorio’ is a newly bred form which has neat foliage and improved resistance to bolting. The foliage of this hardy perennial makes a tasty addition to salads or as an attractive garnish. With a multitude of uses, fennel
Tomato ‘Gartenperle’
A tumbling cherry tomato that is ideal for growing in baskets, containers and windowboxes. Tomato ‘Gartenperle’ produces a heavy crop of delicious deep red cherry sized fruits on cascading stems that won’t require training or sideshooting. This compact bush variety can be grown outdoors or in the greenhouse or conservatory. Height and spread: 30cm (12)
Radish ‘Flamboyant 3’
High quality half-long, cylindrical radishes with a white tip. When you bite into Radish Flamboyant 3, the first reaction is "wow!". The flavour really is refreshingly strong, crisp and clean. It’s just what the summer salads needs.
Hibiscus syriacus ‘Freedom’
Hibiscus syriacus ‘Freedom’ is a new variety of a traditional garden favourite. Hardy hibiscus are versatile deciduous shrubs, making fabulous stand alone specimens and excellent screens or hedges.
Deutzia × rosea ‘Yuki Cherry Blossom’
This new Deutzia introduction is a breeding breakthrough in dwarf plant habit and for its profusion of flowers. Bi coloured creamy white and pink flowers from April through June provide an outstanding display in full sun. Ideal for a patio container, or at the front of a border or in a group planted as groundcover.
Corylus avellana ‘Twister’
Hardy deciduous shrub grown for its attractive twisted stems (hence its name) forming yellow male catkins February – March. Heart shaped, toothed, mid green leaves are up to 10cm (4) long. Slow growing, of more compact, bushy habit than most Corylus avellana varieties and could be grown in a large patio container in sun or
Corylus avellana ‘Webb’s Prize Cob’
A native hardy deciduous tree particularly on chalky soils but will grow in any fertile, well drained soil in sun or partial shade. Although partially self -fertile it is advised to grow another hazelnut variety nearby if a harvest of nuts is required in the autumn. The sight of golden yellow catkins is a harbinger
Climbing Bean ‘Sunshine’
A most attractive variety from the same breeder as the ever-popular Climbing Bean ?Cobra?! Climbing Bean ‘Sunshine’ produces long golden pods that reach up to 18cm (7) long. The slender pods are stringless and stand out nicely against the bright green foliage.
Tomato ‘Fantasio’ F1 Hybrid (Grafted)
Tomato ‘Fantasio’ is a tasty, ‘beefsteak’ type tomato with a flatter shape and weighing on average 160- 180g. Indeterminate variety with high resistance to late blight, the strong skin of ‘Fantasio’ makes it perfect for cooking and also for pickling.
Begonia ‘Starshine Mixed’
A blaze of colour, come rain or shine and excellent value compared to many other cuttingraised alternatives. Lovely tassled blooms in a parade of the brightest colours adorn naturally trailing stems, making this the ideal hanging basket begonia, where they’ll drip with colour over the longest flowering period.
Berberis trigona ‘Orange King’
Hardy, shiny leaved evergreen shrub with arching shoots. Clusters of orange flowers in spring, followed by blue-black 1cm (1/2) fruits in autumn.
Cytisus battandieri
Hardy, vigorous, upright, deciduous tree/large shrub which spreads with age. Silvery grey leaves to 10cm (4) long. Dense, upright, terminal racemes to 15cm (6) long, yellow flowers have a pineapple scent and produced June to August.
