Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Dianthus barbatus nigrescens ‘Sooty’
Supremely different to other Sweet Williams with 7cm (2 1/2in) fragrant blooms of deepest maroon-chocolate on red stems and mid green foliage which matures to metallic mahogany. Stunning cut flower and border plant. Height: 30-38cm (12-15in).
Cabbage ‘Primo’ (Summer)
A well known variety, Cabbage Primo produces solid ‘ball head’ cabbage from June to August. Easy and productive.
Poppy ‘Black Peony’
The fascination of black or dark flowers continues with this stunning, large, fully double flowered poppy in deepest red to black, with lovely crinkled petals. Easy to grow and superb in the border where it is best left to naturalise. Flowers summer. Height 91cm (36in).
Cabbage ‘Durham Early’ (Spring)
Probably one of the most well known and reliable spring cabbages, Cabbage Durham Early produces firm, pointed, well flavoured hearts on compact plants. Can also be sown or planted closely for delicious ‘spring greensready to harvest from February
Poppy ‘Angels Choir Mixed’
Glorious poppies of exquisite beauty – that’s ‘Poppy Angels Choir’. This wonderful mixture of double flowered poppies, with silky texture, in soft colours from whites to apricots and oranges, is the result of almost ten years work. Now the magic of breeders art has transformed the poppy to give you magical garden flowers that leave
Carrot ‘Nantes 2’
This fast maturing selection is ideal for early sowings under glass in January – February for your first crop of the year. Carrot ‘Nantes 2’ produces blunt tipped, medium length roots of about 15cm (6) long. This virtually coreless variety has a rich orange colour and sweet crunchy taste. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 15cm (6).
Petunia ‘Colour Parade’ F1 Hybrid
A very special mixture with over 20 different types of large flower. There are some clear, pure colours, a sprinkling of colours with white stars, some picotee edged in white and others with darker veins and soft radiating centres. They make a spectacular display for bedding, or just planted in large containers. Flowers summer. Height:
Nigella damascena ‘Miss Jekyll’
Beautiful and easy to grow, bearing rich blue flowers which seem to float amongst the finely cut leaves. They provide a charming show of bloom during the summer months. Very useful for bedding and cutting and the seed pods can be dried for winter decoration indoors. Flowers summer. Height 45cm (18in).
Shallot ‘Figaro’
Long, banana-shaped shallots from seed, as used by many celebrity chefs. Shallot ‘Figaroproduces attractive, shiny, copper brown-skinned bulbs with crisp white flesh and a very distinct flavour. Sowing densities will determine the size of bulbs you harvest. Stores well for winter use in the kitchen
Nasturtium ‘Tom Thumb Mixed’
Dwarf compact plants bearing brilliantly coloured singleflowers in a wide colour range. Easy plants, for beds, borders, containers and even dry sunny banks. Height 15-23cm (6-9in).
Nasturtium ‘Whirlybird Mixed’
Low mounds covered with a mass of bloom. The semi-double flowers are carried well above the foliage and face upwards so all are visible. Mixture of cherry, rose, gold, mahogany, orange, scarlet, tangerine and cream. Ideal for bedding, borders, tubs, containers etc. Flowers can be cut for unusual floral decorations.
Morning Glory ‘Star Of Yelta’
A stunning and very striking garden plant which can be used as a climber or ground cover subject. The large flower buds open to royal a deep purple, silk-like, 7cm (3in) bloom with rich red vein markings, forming a star from the very centre to the petal tips. You can also grow it in a
Petunia x hybrida ‘Super Cascade Improved’ F1 Hybrid
The first fully integrated petunia mixture. For hanging baskets, containers and walls. The Super Cascades are much freer flowering and will cascade in 8 different colours – blue, white, pink, blush, cerise, salmon, scarlet and violet from a formula blending of seed. Weather tolerance, heat and wet, is excellent, they bloom from planting out to
Lobelia erinus ‘Crystal Palace’
Dainty, deep blue lobelia flowers smother neat globes of foliage that form very dwarf, compact plants. Lobelia ‘Crystal Palace’ makes a sparkling addition to beds, containers, flower Pouches® and window-boxes, and even looks well placed in the rockery. An easy to grow annual that is deservedly popular for its versatility and long flowering period. Height:
Mesembryanthemum criniflorum ‘Magic Carpet Mixed’
Carpet like growth with leaves that appear to be sprinkled with ice crystals. Produces a glowing display in full sun on beds, borders, dry banks, rockeries, etc
Rhubarb ‘Glaskin’s Perpetual’
Started in heat in late winter Rhubarb ‘Glaskins Perpetual’ can be harvested lightly the following year. The large, juicy stems are excellent for tarts, pies, jam, and wine. As its name suggests, this reliable rhubarb can be harvested late in the season due to its low oxalic acid content. This easy to grow garden variety
Cucumber ‘Swing’ F1 Hybrid
Greenhouse/ outdoor typeAn all female flowered ‘American slicerthat is ideal for both outdoor and greenhouse growing. Cucumber ‘Swing’ produces a heavy crop of slightly spined, dark green cucumbers up to 20cm (8) long, with a crisp, juicy flesh. An ideal variety for organic gardeners with excellent powdery mildew, scab and general weather resistance. Height: 3m
Tomato ‘Sungold’ F1 Hybrid
An outstanding cordon cherry tomato for glasshouse or outdoor culture. Tomato ?Sungold? has an exceptionally high sugar content, that easily rivals ?Gardeners Delight?, making its attractive, golden-orange fruit irresistibly sweet and juicy. The high yields of delicious fruit (each approximately 13g) are ideal for salads or as a tasty snack. This popular variety also has
Aubergine ‘Ophelia’ F1 Hybrid
Throughout the summer this compact Aubergine produces an abundance of golf ball sized, baby aubergines. The bite sized fruits of Aubergine ‘Opheliahave no bitter aftertaste and hold their flavour, quality and colour well after picking. These dwarf plants are ideal for growing in containers on the patio. Height and spread: 60cm (24)
Parsley ‘Plain Leaved (Sheeps) 2’ (Flat Leaved)
This hardy biennial is one of the most popular herbs for culinary use as a garnish, flavouring sauces and pastry, and associating particularly well with fish. With a stronger flavour than curled varieties, this ‘Flat-leaved’ or ‘Italian’ Parsley makes a useful, low maintenance addition to herb gardens, or grow parsley indoors on a bright kitchen
