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ACAENA (Rosaceae)
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These plants come from high altitude habitats across the Southern hemisphere and are useful for rockeries and in some cases
for ground cover. They like well drained soil in sun or part shade and are drought tolerant.
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inermis 'Purpurea' |
£ 3.50 |
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Small, deep purple leaves and tiny white flowers. Spreading habit. 10 cms (4").
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saccaticupula 'Blue Haze' |
£ 3.50 |
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(NEW ZEALAND BURR.) Attractive blue-grey leaves and greenish flowers followed by attractive mahogany-red burr-like fruits.
Spreads quite vigorously so best used as ground cover. Evergreen in mild gardens. 10 cms (4").
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ACANTHUS (Acanthaceae)
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Acanthus are grown for their bold architectural foliage and spikes of hooded flowers in summer. They make excellent cut
flowers and are very attractive to Bees. Grow in any soil in full sun or part shade. They are drought tolerant due to their fleshy
tap roots which can reach moisture deep down in soil and store water. Once established Acanthus are not easy to move
because of their deep root system so consider the planting position carefully.
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hungaricus |
£ 3.50 |
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Species with deeply lobed leaves and tall stems of white or pale pink flowers sheltering under dusky purple bracts from June-
Aug. 1.2 metres (4 feet).
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mollis |
£ 3.50 |
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Species with glossy dark green leaves and spikes of white flowers with purple tinted bracts and stems in late summer. 1.5
metres (5 feet).
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mollis (Latifolius Group) 'Rue Ledan' |
£ 3.75 |
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Cultivar with fragrant, pure white scented flowers from June-July 1.2 metres (4 feet).
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spinosus  |
£ 3.50 |
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Species with deeply-cut spiny leaves & tall spikes of white flowers with purple bracts in early summer. 1.5 metres (5 feet).
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ACHILLEA (Asteraceae)
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(YARROW.) Achilleas are grown for their long-lasting flat or slightly rounded flower heads which are excellent for cutting and
drying. They also attract Butterflies. Where possible grow in moist, well drained soil in full sun. Most however will tolerate dry
conditions especially those with hairy or grey leaves (which do require sharp drainage.) Those forms with smooth or glossy
leaves prefer not to be too dry. Varieties and cultivars of Achillea millefolium are spreading in habit. Others are clump forming.
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'Christine's Pink' |
£ 3.50 |
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Heads of pink flowers, fading almost to white with age from June- August. 90 cms (3 feet).
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clypeolata |
£ 3.50 |
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Compact heads of bright yellow flowers over finely cut grey foliage from June-August. Needs sharp drainage. 45 cms (1½
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filipendulina 'Gold Plate' |
£ 3.50 |
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Tall cultivar with slightly rounded heads of bright yellow flowers from June-Sept. 1.2 metres (4 feet).
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'Forncett Fletton' |
£ 3.50 |
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Heads of brick-red, fading to brick orange flowers from June-August. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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'Inca Gold' |
£ 3.50 |
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Lovely cultivar with heads of terracotta flowers, fading to yellow with age from June-August. 90 cms (3 feet).
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millefolium 'Paprika' |
£ 3.50 |
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Spreading cultivar with heads of bright orange-red flowers, fading with age, from June-August. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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'Moonshine' |
£ 3.50 |
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Heads of light yellow flowers, which retain their colour, from June-August. 60 cms (2 feet).
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'Old Brocade' |
£ 3.50 |
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Attractive cultivar producing flower heads with a mixture of gold, yellow and bronze tones from June- August. 90 cms (3 feet).
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'Taygetea' |
£ 3.50 |
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Lovely cultivar with subtle creamy yellow flower heads from June-August. 90 cms (3 feet).
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'Wesersandstein' |
£ 3.50 |
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Mat-forming cultivar with heads of pink-red flowers, fading to a creamy sand colour from June-August. 60 cms (2 feet).
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ACONITUM (Ranunculaceae)
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'Bressingham Spire' |
£ 3.50 |
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(MONKSHOOD, ACONITE.) Tall spires of hooded violet blue flowers from July-Sept. Likes rich, moisture retentive soil,
preferably in part shade but will tolerate full sun. TOXIC IF INGESTED 1 metre (3 feet).
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ACORUS (Araceae) |
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gramineus 'Hakuro-Nishiki' |
£ 3.50 |
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(ROCK SWEET FLAG.) Moisture loving grass-like perennial suitable for growing in pond margins (to 4ins deep). Makes a nice carpet of green-yellow foliage. Grow in full sun. Semi-evergreen. (6") |
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AGAPANTHUS (Lilaeaceae)
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(AFRICAN LILY.) Evergreen Agapanthus originate from winter rainfall areas of S. Africa (mostly Western Cape) and flower
best when clumps have become congested and flower more readily when restricted to a container. They are a little tender and
need protecting in winter by covering with fleece/ a thick mulch. In cold areas subject to prolonged frosts it is best to move
them into a cool greenhouse, not a shed/ garage where sunlight is excluded. Deciduous species originate from the summer
rainfall areas of the Eastern Cape, S. Africa and are more reliably hardy. They don't need to become congested to flower well
like the evergreens. Grow in fertile, well drained soil in full sun. If grown in a container use loam-based compost with added grit.
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campanulatus var. albidus |
£ 4.50 |
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Deciduous variety with heads to 20cm (8inches) across of white flowers from July-August. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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'Donau' |
£ 5.75 |
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Deciduous cultivar with dense, large heads, to 20cm (8in) across, of pale blue flowers with a darker blue central stripe. Very
floriferous and reliably hardy. 90 cms (3 feet).
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'Enigma' |
£ 6.50 |
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Lovely evergreen cultivar with large, rounded umbels of white flowers with a blue throat from June-Sept. Really good
specimen for a pot. 50 cms (1½ feet).
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Headbourne Hybrids |
£ 4.50 |
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Large round heads of flowers in a variety of blue shades from Jul-Aug. Reliably hardy. Deciduous 1 metre (3 feet).
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'Peter Pan' |
£ 4.50 |
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Dwarf cultivar, ideal for pots/ sheltered rockery with loose heads of pale blue flowers from July-Aug. Evergreen mild areas. 30
cms (1 foot).
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'Regal Beauty' |
£ 6.50 |
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Huge heads, to 25cm (10ins) across, of deep blue flowers from June-Sept. Fantastic specimen for a pot. Evergreen. 1 metre
(3 feet).
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'Tinkerbell' |
£ 5.00 |
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Dwarf cultivar with attractive variegated leaves with bold creamy-white stripes. Rarely flowers but when it does it produces
small pale lilac flowers from July-Aug. Good for a rockery providing the soil is not very dry. Best grown in a pot. Evergreen 30
cms (1 foot).
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'Torbay' |
£ 4.50 |
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Medium height, deciduous cultivar with loose heads of sky-blue flowers from July-Aug. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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White Dwarf Hybrids |
£ 5.00 |
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Dwarf, deciduous cultivar with round umbels of white flowers from July-Sept. Flowers freely unlike some other dwarf hybrids.
50 cms (1½ feet).
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AGASTACHE (Lamiaceae)
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'Black Adder' |
£ 3.50 |
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Lovely perennial for attracting Bees and Butterflies with spikes of small lilac-blue flowers from July-Oct. Needs good drainage
and full sun. 1.2 metres (4 feet).
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AJUGA (Lamiaceae)
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Ajugas are very useful as ground cover in part or full shade with hooded blue flowers in late spring-early summer. Most are
evergreen but some are semi evergreen. Cultivars of Ajuga reptans tolerate poor soils. Other species prefer moist soil. On
variegated cultivars, remove any foliage which has reverted to plain green. Good food plant for Butterfly larvae.
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reptans 'Black Scallop' |
£ 3.75 |
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Stunning cultivar with very dark, scalloped glossy leaves which are larger and more rounded than the usual reptans types.
Dense spikes of dark blue flowers from April-June. 20 cms (7").
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reptans 'Braunherz' |
£ 3.25 |
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Evergreen cultivar with deep purple leaves and spikes of vivid blue flowers. 20 cms (7").
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reptans 'Catlins' Giant' |
£ 3.50 |
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Evergreen cultivar with large purple leaves to 15cm (6in) long and spikes of blue flowers in late spring. 30 cms (1 foot).
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reptans 'Valfredda' |
£ 3.25 |
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Syn. A. `Chocolate Chip` Attractive cultivar with small, narrow purple leaves to 1 inch long and spikes of blue flowers. 15 cms. |
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reptans 'Variegata' |
£ 3.25 |
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Variegated evergreen cultivar with grey-green leaves with cream splashes and margins. Spikes of blue flowers. 15 cms (6").
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ALCHEMILLA (Rosaceae)
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(LADY'S MANTLE.) Alchemillas are valuable for their foliage and froths of flowers, making them ideal for softening the edge of
a path or border. Grow in moist, fertile soil in sun/part shade.
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conjuncta |
£ 3.50 |
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Attractive species with star shaped leaves with a silver margin and reverse. Masses of tiny green flowers from June-Sept. 45
cms (1½ feet).
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epipsila |
£ 3.50 |
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Compact species with hairy leaves and masses of small green flowers from June-September. Like a smaller, less vigorous
version of A. mollis with not quite such soft leaves. 30 cms (1 foot).
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ALLIUM (Alliaceae)
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(ORNAMENTAL ONION.) Grown for their bold, usually spherical flower heads, these bulbous plants are quite drought tolerant
although the size of the flower head may be reduced in very dry conditions. The leaves appear in spring but start to die off
before flowering on most species and cultivars. The trick is to grow them through or behind other plants which will hide the
leaves once they start to look tatty. They make excellent cut flowers and attract Bees and Butterflies. The seed heads may be
dried and spray-painted if desired.
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christophii |
£ 2.50 |
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(STAR OF PERSIA.) Striking species with very large spherical, silvery-mauve, flower heads to 40cm (16in) across from May-
July. Looks good growing up through ground cover plants with silver/grey foliage. 1 bulb per pot 60 cms (2 feet).
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hollandicum 'Purple Sensation' |
£ 2.50 |
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Lovely and popular cultivar with spherical, deep purple flower heads to 8cms (3in) across from May-June. 1 metre (3 feet).
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schubertii |
£ 2.50 |
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The flower heads are of a similar size to Allium cristophii (reaching 30 cm (12in) across but the flower stalks are of differing
lengths. Pale purple flowers in June. 1 bulb per pot 60 cms (2 feet).
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sphaerocephalon |
£ 2.50 |
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(DRUM STICKS.) Small, oval, reddish-purple flower heads (to 1in across) in early summer. This species increases quite quickly
as it produces flowers from small bulbs. Looks good naturalised with ornamental grasses. Leaves are retained during flowering.
90 cms (3 feet).
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ALSTROEMERIA (Alstroemeriaceae)
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(PERUVIAN LILY.) Alstromerias make excellent cut flowers and are a welcome splash of colour from mid-late summer,
sometimes into autumn. They are tuberous perennials so appreciate a protective winter mulch until fully established. Grow in
fertile, well drained soil in sun or part shade. If planting in clay, dig in plenty of compost and grit to improve drainage.
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brasiliensis |
£ 3.25 |
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Rich ruby-red flowers with green markings from July-November. 60 cms (2 feet).
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psittacina 'Mona Lisa' |
£ 3.25 |
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Deep red flowers with greenish flecks and a dark pink eye from Jul-Oct. 90 cms (3 feet).
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AMARYLLIS (Amaryllidaceae)
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belladonna |
£ 6.50 |
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(BELLADONNA LILY, NAKED LADY.) From the winter rainfall areas of South Africa, this bulbous plant will produce large
scented pink flowers in late autumn. Hardy in a sunny sheltered spot in well-drained soil with a winter mulch. The leaves appear
in spring then die down for the summer. 50 cms (1½ feet).
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ANEMONE (Ranunculaceae)
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(WINDFLOWER.) The Anemones we grow can be divided into two groups. Some are spring flowering bulbous or tuberous plants
found naturally in woodland areas. These prefer humus-rich (leafy) soil in part shade, ideally beneath deciduous shrubs or
trees. The other group are usually much taller and flower between late summer and autumn and prefer moist but well drained
soil in sun or part shade. These are valuable plants for adding colour, late in the season. Cultivars of Anemone x hybrida are
commonly known as Japanese Anemones and fall into the second group.
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hupehensis v. japonica 'Pamina' |
£ 3.50 |
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Double, deep pink flowers from July- August. 60 cms (2 feet).
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hupehensis 'Praecox'
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£3.50 |
One of the earliest flowering of the Japanese Anemones, often flowering at the beginning of August. Single deep to medium violet-purple
flowers. 60-75 cms (2-2½ feet). |
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x hybrida 'Honorine Jobert' |
£ 3.50 |
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(JAPANESE ANEMONE.) Free flowering cultivar with single white flowers with a pink tinged reverse from July-September. More
spreading in habit than other late flowering Anemones, making it suitable as ground cover. 1.2 metres (4 feet).
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x hybrida 'Richard Ahrens' |
£ 3.50 |
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Tall cultivar with semi-double, deep pink flowers from Aug-Nov. 1 metre (3 feet).
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x hybrida 'September Charm' |
£ 3.50 |
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(JAPANESE ANEMONE.) Flowers are held well above the foliage on erect 3-4ft (90-120cm) stems which do not need staking.
Three month flowering period from August to October. Very free flowering. 1 metre (3 feet).
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x hybrida 'Whirlwind' |
£ 3.50 |
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(JAPANESE ANEMONE.) Pretty cultivar with semi-double pure white flowers from July-September. 90 cms (3 feet).
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x lipsiensis (may be 'Pallida') |
£ 3.50 |
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A very pretty hybrid between A. nemorosa and A. ranunculoides with masses of mid-yellow flowers in spring. A cheerful little
plant for brightening up a dull spring day. Flower colour is a little deeper than suggested by our picture. |
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nemerosa |
£ 2.75 |
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(WOOD ANEMONE.) Native woodland species with pretty white flowers to 1 inch across from March-April. Ideal for woodland
planting. 15 cms (6").
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sylvestris |
£ 3.50 |
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(SNOWDROP WINDFLOWER.) Vigorous spreading species with single white flowers to 3inches across from May-June. 30
cms (1 foot).
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ANGELICA (Apiaceae)
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atropurpurea |
£ 3.00 |
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(PURPLE ANGELICA.) This plant's best attribute is the foliage which is flushed purple with red stems. The leaves mature to
green with red veining. Large umbels of tiny white flowers appear in summer. Prefers moisture retentive soil in sun/ part
shade. Often found beside streams in native habitat (N. America) 2 metres (6 feet).
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ANTHEMIS (Asteraceae)
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Most species and cultivars of Anthemis flower from late spring-late summer and have soft finely cut foliage which softens the
edge of a border beautifully. The daisy flowers range from white through creamy shades to yellow, sometimes orange. Grow in
well drained soil in full sun. Tolerant of dry, sandy/ stony soils. Deadhead regularly to promote long flowering. They range in
habit from low-spreading, lax to upright. Anthemis tinctora (Chamomile) is well known for attracting Butterflies but they seem to
like other species and Cultivars as well.
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'Susanna Mitchell' |
£ 3.50 |
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Lovely Buttermilk coloured daisies over finely cut grey-green foliage from June-September. Lax, semi spreading habit. 45
cms (1½ feet).
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tinctoria 'E.C.Buxton' |
£ 3.50 |
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Lemon yellow daisies over finely cut green foliage from June-September. More upright in habit. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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tinctoria 'Sauce Hollandaise' |
£ 3.50 |
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Cultivar with pale cream flowers from June-September. Upright habit. 60 cms (2 feet).
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ANTHRISCUS (Apiaceae)
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sylvestris 'Ravenswing' |
£ 3.00 |
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Cultivar of the common Cow Parsley with very dark purple, finely cut leaves and froths of white flowers from April-July. Pull
up any green leaved seedlings in spring to keep the purple leaved strain. For well drained soil in sun/part shade. Looks good
amongst grasses. 1 metre (3 feet).
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AQUILEGIA (Ranunculaceae)
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(COLUMBINE.) (or Granny's Bonnet in the case of the native species, Aquilegia vulgaris). Aquilegias flower between late spring
and early summer and most prefer damp but well drained soil in full sun or part shade. Alpine species must be grown in
sharply drained soil in full sun. Some have spurs projecting from the back of the flower. Aquilegias self seed and hybridise with
each other freely.
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'Kristall' |
£ 3.25 |
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Lovely cultivar with large, pure white flowers with long spurs from May-June. 60 cms (2 feet).
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longissima |
£ 3.00 |
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(LONGSPUR COLUMBINE.) Tall species with yellow flowers with very long, curved spurs in early summer. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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skinneri |
£ 3.50 |
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Lovely species with large flowers with yellow inner petals and red sepals (outer petals) and spurs from May-June. 60 cms (2
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vulgaris v. stellata 'Ruby Port' |
£ 3.00 |
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Graceful sprays of spurless, fully double, deep ruby port flowers from April-June. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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vulgaris var. stellata 'Blue Barlow' |
£ 3.25 |
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Masses of spurless, fully double blue flowers from April-June. 90 cms (3 feet).
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vulgaris 'William Guiness' |
£ 3.00 |
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Deep purple, spurless flowers with a white inner set of petals from April-June. 60 cms (2 feet).
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ARMERIA (Plumbaginaceae)
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(THRIFT.) These little plants are often found in coastal areas. The flower heads are usually rounded and attract many insects
including bees and butterflies. Grow in well drained soil in full sun. Tolerant of poor soil and salt winds. Their compact habit
makes them ideal for pots/ troughs, a rockery or the front of a border.
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giradii 'Joystick Lilac Shades' |
£ 3.25 |
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Cushions of flowers to 1 inch across in a variety of lilac shades from May-August. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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giradii 'Joystick Red' |
£ 3.25 |
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Cushions of dusky red-pink flowers to 1 inch across from May - August. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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giradii 'Joystick White' |
£ 3.25 |
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Cushions of white flowers to 1 inch across from May-August. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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maritima 'Rubrifolia' |
£ 3.25 |
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Attractive cultivar with bronze-purple foliage and bright pink flowers from May-August. 15 cms (6").
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ARNICA (Asteraceae)
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chamissonis |
£ 3.00 |
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Pale yellow daisy flowers from May-July. Grow in moist, well drained, leafy soil in full sun, ideally on the edge of an area
planted with trees/ shrubs. All parts may cause discomfort if ingested. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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ARTEMISIA (Asteraceae)
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Artemesias originate from dry scrubland and prairies making them ideal for difficult dry conditions such as very sandy or
stony soils. Most species and cultivars are short lived in heavy soil due to the tendency for too much water to be retained in
winter. Always grow in full sun. Cut hard back in autumn (spring for shrubby types if needed) to maintain a bushy habit.
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ludoviciana 'Silver Queen' |
£ 3.50 |
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(WORMWOOD.) Vigorous evergreen perennial with silvery leaves and panicles of small yellow daisies from July-September.
Suitable for a rockery but does need space. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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schmidtiana 'Nana' |
£ 3.75 |
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Very finely cut silver foliage and panicles of small pale yellow flowers in summer. Cut back in spring to rejuvenate. 10 cms
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ARUM (Araceae)
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italicum ssp. italicum |
£ 3.25 |
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(LORDS AND LADIES.) Attractive tuberous perennial grown mainly for its arrow-shaped, marbled leaves but also for the short
spikes of orange berries appearing after the leaves. Grow in moist, well drained soil in part/ full shade. Ideal for planting under
trees and shrubs. Summer dormant, re-sprouting in autumn. 30 cms (1 foot).
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ARUNCUS (Rosaceae)
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aethusifolius |
£ 3.50 |
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(DWARF GOATS BEARD.) Very compact species with small finely cut leaves which turn yellow in autumn and open panicles
of cream flowers from June-July. Grow in moisture retentive soil in sun/ part shade. Ideal for woodland garden. 45 cms (1½
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dioicus 'Kneiffii' |
£ 3.50 |
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(GOATS BEARD.) Attractive plant for damp shade with very finely divided, ferny leaves and tall plumes of tiny cream flowers
from May-June. It has a soft, airy appearance and is good for cut flower arrangements. Tolerant of dry soil once established.
Ideal for a woodland garden. 1.2 metres (4 feet).
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ASCLEPIAS (Asclepiadaceae)
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Genus of plants found in South Africa and the Americas. Some species are hardy in this country, others need to be over
wintered frost free. They are very attractive to Butterflies especially Asclepias tuberosa which is one of the best plants there
is for this purpose. Outdoors, Grow in fertile, well drained soil in full sun. If grown in a pot, use loam based compost with added
grit. Contact with sap may cause skin irritations.
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nervosa 'Westland' |
£6.50 |
| Hardy perennial with broad, grass-like, silvery-bronze leaves which are tinged red in cold temperatures. Grow in a sheltered spot, in
moist, fertile, soil with extra peat dug in, in sun/part shade. Evergreen. Very architectural. If you like Phomiums and similar plants, you are
sure to like this. Ideal for a pot. 60 cms (2 feet). |
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tuberosa |
£ 3.25 |
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(BUTTERFLY WEED.) Excellent species for attracting butterflies with clusters of bright orange flowers from July-September.
Tuberous so will completely die back after flowering. 90 cms (3 feet).
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ASPARAGUS (Asparagaceae)
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(ASPARAGUS FERN.) The common name is misleading - these are not ferns at all, but are related to the Lily family. Found in
sandy and coastal sites in Europe, Asia and Africa, these plants make good foliage subjects, and are useful in flower
arrangements. They new stems appear as miniature Asparagus tips (too small to eat!). The `leaves` are actually modified bits
of stem called cladophylls. They are fairly drought tolerant but produce more lush growth if watered well. Grow in a loam based
compost with extra grit or sand in good light & protected from hot sun. Water sparingly in winter. Trim back in spring to
rejuvenate. Most species/varieties need to be grown frost free, though are worth a try in warm coastal gardens.
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pseudoscaber 'Spitzenschleier' |
£ 3.50 |
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Hardy ornamental asparagus with very fine, soft, lush green foliage and small white flowers for a short while in summer. Ideal
for coastal gardens. Makes a lovely foliage back ground for more colourful plants and in cut flower arrangements. For well
drained soil in full sun. 1.2 metres (4 feet).
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ASTER (Asteraceae)
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(MICHAELMAS DAISIES.) Asters bring a welcome splash of colour in late summer-autumn when many other plants are
finishing. Grow in moist, well drained soil in full sun. A few species prefer part shade. More compact species are ideal for a
rockery. Tall species and cultivars make excellent cut flowers and also attract many species of Butterfly. Cut tall, late
flowering cultivars/ varieties hard back in late spring/ early summer to promote bushy growth
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acuminata |
£ 3.25 |
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Compact species with masses of small white flowers from August-November. Suitable for a rockery. 30 cms (1 foot).
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amellus 'King George' |
£ 3.50 |
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Large violet-blue flowers to 5cm (2in) across from August-November. 60 cms (2 feet).
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diplostephioides |
£ 3.50 |
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Large mauve flowers with narrow petals from July-September. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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x frikartii |
£ 3.50 |
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Large violet-blue flowers to 8cm (3in) across with yellow centres from August- October. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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himalaicus |
£ 3.25 |
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Dwarf species with small lilac-purple flowers with yellow centers from June-July. Suitable for a rockery. 15 cms (6").
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'Little Carlow' |
£ 3.50 |
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Masses of small violet-blue flowers with a yellow centre, in clusters to 2cm (3/4 inch) across from September-October. Best in
part shade but tolerates full sun. 90 cms (3 feet).
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sibiricus |
£ 3.50 |
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(SIBERIAN ASTER.) Species from around the Arctic circle including Canada, Alaska, Siberia and Scandinavia. Purple flowers
with a yellow centre are produced in mid to late summer. Prefers fertile soil but fairly tolerant of most types (except boggy)
Grow in sun/ part shade. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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sibiricus 'Albus' |
£ 3.50 |
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ASTILBE (Saxifragaceae)
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Ideal for waterside planting, Astilbes have plumes of white, pink or red flowers and some have attractively cut foliage. Grow in
moist, humus rich soil in sun/ part shade. Also good for woodland planting. Divide and re-plant clumps every 3 years to
maintain good flowering.
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x arendsii 'Diamant' |
£ 3.50 |
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Free flowering cultivar with lush green leaves and plumes of white flowers in early summer. 90 cms (3 feet).
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x arendsii 'Fanal' |
£ 3.50 |
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Popular cultivar with dense plumes of long lasting deep red flowers over dark green foliage in early summer. 60 cms (2 feet).
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x arendsii 'Irrlicht' |
£ 3.50 |
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One of the best white-flowered Astilbis with dense plumes of white flowers over very dark green leaves from late spring-early
summer. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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chinensis 'Purpurlanze' |
£ 3.50 |
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Tall, vigorous cultivar with impressive panicles of purple-red flowers in mid -summer. Tolerates drier conditions than most
Astilbis. 1.2 metres (4 feet).
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'Montgomery' |
£ 3.50 |
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Attractive cultivar with deep bronze, finely-cut foliage and panicles of deep red flowers in mid summer. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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'Pink Lightening' |
£ 3.50 |
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Dark green, deeply cut foliage and plumes of soft pink flowers in early summer. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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simplicifolia 'Sprite' |
£ 3.50 |
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Slowly spreading cultivar with very finely cut, dark green leaves and loose spikes of shell-pink flowers in summer. 50 cms
(1½ feet).
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ASTRANTIA (Apiaceae)
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(HATTIES' PINCUSHION.) Grow most species and cultivars in moist, humus-rich soil in sun or part shade. Cultivars of
Astrantia Major will tolerate drier conditions. All make good woodland plants. Many will re-bloom if cut back after the first flush
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'Buckland' |
£ 4.00 |
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Dusky pink flowers with silvery bracts from June-August. A nice contrast to the darker coloured Astrantias. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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'Hadspen Blood' |
£ 4.00 |
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Sumptuous pin-cushion heads of deep red flowers encased in deep red bracts from June-August. 90 cms (3 feet).
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major 'Gill Richardson Group' |
£ 4.00 |
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We have not yet seen this one flower but it supposed to be as if not darker red than Hadspen Blood. 90 cms (3 feet).
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x AMARCRINUM (Amaryllidaceae)
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memoria-corsii 'Howardii' |
£ 6.50 |
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A bi-generic cross between Amaryllis & Crinum. It has the sweetly scented flowers of the latter, whilst retaining leaves during
flowering as in the former. This bulbous perennial produces loose umbels of up to 10 scented, soft-pink trumpets up to 10cm
(4in) long in late summer. Hardy to -5°C. in a sheltered well drained spot. When planting ensure the tip of the bulb is just below
the surface of the soil. Protect foliage from severe frost. 1 metre (3 feet).
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