Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Jasminum x stephanense
This pretty deciduous climber bears an abundance of delicate star-shaped pink flowers in June and July, which emit a delicious jasmine fragrance. The slender leaves emerge pale yellow in spring before turning green in summer, and the twining stems will quickly spread to clothe walls, fences, buildings and pergolas. Grow Jasminum x stephanense in a
Clematis florida ‘Taiga’
Clematis ?Taiga? is a flamboyant climber which produces countless blooms right through summer against a background of rich green foliage. As well as being ideal for covering walls and fences, this unusual clematis is also suitable for growing in patio containers. You can also just plant it in a border and let it ramble through
Wisteria sinensis ‘Prolific’
Masses of cascading plumes of highly fragrant mauve flowers smother this climbing plant from May to June. This chinese wisteria is a stunning variety, less vigorous than other species, nevertheless it can climb to 9m high and 5m across, if allowed! Ideal for a frame or pergola. Supplied in 2 litre pots.
Sedum telephium ‘Purple Emperor’
Sedum telephium ‘Purple Emperor’ is a particularly stylish Sedum, with succulent burgundy-black foliage that adds a touch of drama to the front of borders
Rudbeckia fulgida var sullivantii ‘Goldsturm’
An ideal way to colour co-ordinate your border. Be bold and plant this dazzling, primary-coloured perennial for a truly amazing sight every summer time. Plant these healthy ‘garden-ready’ plants on receipt so they they establish well in your garden, in their flowering positions, and they’ll be flowering beautifully by next summer.
Pulmonaria ‘Sissinghurst White’
Pulmonaria ‘Sissinghurst White’ bears masses of small white flowers above felted, dappled leaves, attracting bees to your garden throughout the summer. Winner of a coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, this plant is perfect for providing ground cover under shrubs and trees, as well as in shady corners of the garden. This Lungwort variety is
Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii
Grown for the intriguing papery lanterns which enclose its bright orange autumn fruits. The stems of vibrant lanterns can be cut for dried flower arrangements, or left on the plant where they add winter interest; slowly becoming ornate skeletons.
Passiflora caerulea
A tropical looking climber that makes an interesting alternative to clematis. Starry white blooms open during summer, enhanced by striking indigo filaments and yellow stamens. Fruits follow that are orange in colour, though not edible. Climbs to 10m if left untrimmed. Supplied in 2 litre pots.
Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’
You might think that the ‘Husker Red’ in this Penstemon’s name refers to the pink-white, trumpet-shaped flowers it sports during the summer, but look more closely and you’ll see that its foliage, too, is ruby red. What’s more, these leaves are semi-evergreen, thus giving the plant a long season of interest. As if its beauty
Hollyhock ‘Nigra’
Towering stems of extraordinary maroon-black, satiny flowers with pale, contrasting eyes
Hollyhock ‘Chater’s Double Mixed’
Magnificent spires of bloom in a riot of carnival colours! This cottage garden favourite is perfect for adding height and stately grandeur to the back of summer borders.
Geranium ‘Brookside’
Geranium ‘Brookside’ is the holder of an enviable RHS AGM, and for good reason
Hollyhock ‘Creme de Cassis’
Hollyhock ‘Crème de Cassis’ is a particularly mouth-watering variety, bearing veined flowers in juicy blackcurrant that fade to paler berry shades around the edges
Gaura lindheimeri
The slender, arching stems of Gaura lindheimeri are tipped with panicles of rosy pink buds, which open to reveal white flowers
Eryngium planum ‘Blue Hobbit’
Spiky indigo flowers, great in flower arrangements. Height 90cm.
Echinacea purpurea ‘Rubinstern’
Native to North America and part of the Sunflower family of plants, Echinacea purpurea ‘Rubinstern’ has bold, pink giant daisy type flowers that look fantastic planted in mixed garden borders or priarie style meadow areas. Coneflowers are also great at attracting bees and butterflies to gardens. They flower in August, at the height of summer
Delphinium ‘Black Knight’
No cottage garden is complete without drifts of statuesque Delphiniums! Delphinium ‘Black Knight’ produces upright spires of indigo-blue flowers in June and July, and will often flower again in late summer. Simply stunning for adding height to sunny herbaceous borders, Delphinium flowers are also excellent for cutting for a vase indoors. The blooms are also
