An easy to grow spring to summer flowering annual which looks great planting in groups or drifts in beds and borders, Phacelia parryi 'Royal Admiral? produces a profusion of dainty blue flowers which bees and other pollinators just love to visit. Perfect for cottage-style borders and wildlife gardens.
Here's a good choice for the front of a sunny border, a rockery or patio container. Phlox douglasii 'Red Admiral' forms a low cushion of dense foliage which does an excellent job of supressing weeds, growing vigorously but staying compact. In spring it is smothered in pretty crimson-pink flowers from April to June. Moss Phlox holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit - always a sure sign of excellence in a garden plant. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 30cm (12).
Although it's sometimes called a Phlox paniculata or Perennial Phlox, a Phlox 'Admiral' by any other name will smell as sweet! This plant's white trusses give off a delightful fragrance, which is particularly noticeable when it's planted at the front of borders or near a patio. From here, the scent can be enjoyed in comfort throughout July, August and September. The hardy perennial is particularly suited to sunny or partially shady cottage gardens, but also makes an excellent cut flower. The blooms can even be used in the kitchen, for their spicy taste adds an interesting flavour to fruit salads and makes an unusual, decorative cake topping. Height: 15cm (6).