Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Tree Peony ‘Xue Ta’
The ice white blooms of Tree Peony ‘Xue Ta’ have ruffled double petals set against a backdrop of lush, lobed foliage. There can’t be a more beautiful sight than a mature tree peony and it’s exotic blooms which can measure up to 25cm (10), multiply that by a hundred as this is the number of blooms
Euonymus fortunei ‘Blondy’
Euonymus fortunei ‘Blondy’ is an attractive and low maintenance, compact, evergreen shrub for small gardens, driveways and courtyards. The leaves are two toned; golden yellow with dark green edges, which in cold periods can turn pink. Euonymus fortunei ‘Blondy’ will thrive in almost any position in the garden and they are extremely tough and durable.
Cornus canadensis
Cornus canadensis creates a weed-beating blanket, an ideal ground cover plant for problem areas, such as beneath trees and shrubs. It bears eye-catching white flowers from late spring, followed by colourful, bright red berries. These herbaceous plants form a dense mat of oval leaves, produced in whorls. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: up to 1m (39).
Echinacea purpurea ‘Little Magnus’
Echinacea ‘Little Magnus’ is such as easy plant to grow and care for. This particular cultivar is perfect for cottage garden borders as it’s short, compact and clothed in flowers and because it’s a hardy perennial you can look forward to the same display year after year. The deep mounded centre of the bloom is
Courgette ‘British Summertime’ F1 Hybrid
This British bred courgette is one of the earliest to set fruit in the in the UK’s unpredictable summer weather. Courgette ‘British Summertime’ has an open habit that allows maximum sunlight penetration for rapid fruit development, and good air circulation to minimise disease. This productive variety will produce bumper crops that are easily picked from
Deutzia x hybrida ‘Perle Rose’
With a bushy, multi-stemmed habit, Deutzia x hybrida ‘Perle Rose’ makes an attractive medium-sized shrub for a sunny border. The pale pink flowers are edged in frosty white, making an eye-catching early summer display.
Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘Ferndown’
Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘Ferndown’ has dark, almost clear blue flowers that are always sought after by gardeners and for different reasons by pollinating insects. Bluebeard is an attractive deciduous shrub that carries the flowers on woody stems with aromatic grey-green leaves and will add colour to mixed borders and wildlife gardens in late summer. Height:
Astilbe japonica ‘Montgomery’
Classic fluffy flower spikes in a rich crimson colour adorn Astilbe japonica ‘Montgomery’ in early summer. Unusually, the clumps of divided foliage emerge bronze in the spring before becoming green by summer. Also known as False Goatsbeard, Astilbe make a super addition to woodland areas, cottage gardens or patio containers where they will thrive in
Fothergilla major
Fragrant white bottlebrush flowers adorn this unusual deciduous shrub from late spring to early summer. The broadly rounded leaves of Fothergilla major are it’s most striking feature as Autumn turns them to glowing shades of fiery red and orange.
Aster ericoides ‘Schneetanne’
Hundreds of pretty daisy-like white flowers adorn this herbaceous perennial from September to November. The lax flowering stems of Aster ericoides ‘Schneetanne’ form loose mounds and are the perfect addition to prairie-style borders, wildlife gardens and cottage gardens. Great for late season colour, Heath Asters are also a good source of pollen and nectar for
Aster novi-belgii ‘Rosa Perle’
Also known as the Michaelmas daisy, this classic cottage garden perennial produces double, lavender-pink, daisy-like flowers with yellow centres. Flowering from August right through to October, Aster novi-belgii ‘Rosa Perle’ is incredibly valuable for late season colour, looking superb in patio containers, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens and prairie style borders. Asters are also attractive to
Rodgersia aesculifolia
For those looking for plants for water logged borders, or for pond edges, Rodgersia aesculifolia is an attractive plant. The leaves at the base of Rodgersia look very similar to Horse Chestnut tree leaves and above them, on 2 foot long stems, are pink flushed tiny flowers in conical panicles. Clump forming, it is often
Basil ‘Lemonade’
Delicious flavour! An attractive ‘ornamental edible’ Basil Lemonade produces masses of shiny, pale green leaves with pretty white flowers. But even more important is the delightful fresh flavour with a zesty, lemon twist – delicious in salads, tossed through warm pasta or even to accompany some fresh summer strawberries. Tolerant of the temperamental British weather,
Lettuce ‘Warpath’
This baby lettuce is one of the most heat tolerant varieties you’ll grow, with little risk of bolting. A unique cross combines the best of both iceberg and cos varieties – dense crunchy hearts are wrapped in attractive looser leaves. Mature heads are ready in around 75 days. Alternatively grow for baby leaves.
Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata ‘Nora Barlow’
Aquilegia ‘Nora Barlow’ is a wonderful perennial which is loved for its unusual ‘pompom’-shaped flowers. This is a great Columbine for the traditional cottage garden and it looks equally at home in contemporary planting schemes and even on the woodland edge. Aquilegia, also known as Granny’s Bonnet because of the shape of the flowers, is
Phlox douglasii ‘Red Admiral’
The RHS have awarded Phlox douglasii ‘Red Admiral’ an AGM (Award of Garden Merit), and it’s easy to see why. The hardy perennial’s green foliage forms a dense mat which suppresses weeds. It is a disease resistant, versatile plant that grows vigorously while remaining compact. In the early spring, Moss Phlox bursts into bloom, producing
Spinach ‘Mikado’ F1 Hybrid
A unique Oriental spinach, Spinach Mikado has an upright habit, producing dark green, large, pointed leaves, multiple side shoots and long stems with pink tinged bases. Delicious chopped in stir fries, added to salads or steamed. Spinach Mikado has good downy mildew resistance, for spring and autumn crop. Ideal for summer sowings due to its
Pleioblastus argenteostriatus f. pumilus
Pleioblastus argenteostriatus f. pumilus is a dwarf bamboo which is much better suited to the average garden than its larger cousins. Its tropical appearance will add a contemporary feel to any patio or border. This variety features red-flushed canes and rich green leaves, as well as being evergreen and low-maintenance. These hardy Dwarf Bamboo plants
Mimulus x cultorum ‘Major Bees’
Mimulus x cultorum ‘Major Bees’ has beautiful orchid shaped, yellow and red spotted flowers, it is a hardy perennial which grows bushy and low to the ground. The Monkey Flower is perfect for the edge of ponds, as it loves moist soil, and can cope with a waterlogged ground, and is perfectly happy in shady
Poppy ‘Gartenzwerg Group’
Icelandic Poppies are absolutely glorious! The flowers of Poppy ‘Gartenzwerg Group’ are silky and glisten in the sun. Individual plants from this attractive group may be coral, red, pink or yellow.
