A relative of the more well-known cranberry and blueberry, the lingonberry (or cowberry as it is sometimes called) produces jewel-like, tart red fruits that are popular in Scandinavia for use in jams and syrups. While closest to the cranberry in looks, lingonberries are way more productive and reliable with more robust growth that makes them a better option for growing in the UK. Lingonberry 'Miss Cherry' is an attractive, compact variety that is also very productive. With abundant sprays of pink flowers between May and July, it's evergreen too, forming a delightful groundcover plant through the whole year. Robust with good bushy growth, it's a variety that's perfect for containers as well as the fruit garden - just plant them in a sunny or semi shaded place in ericaceous soil and get ready to enjoy the harvest from late July! Supplied as an established plant in a 2L pot, ready for immediate planting.
Picking plump, juicy figs straight from a tree is one of life's greatest pleasures, especially when served up with some wafer thin slices of Parma ham and a drizzle of honey. Divine! Boasting masses of large, pear-shaped fruit with deep red flesh that are ready for picking in late summer and early autumn, 'Little Miss Figgy' is perfect in a large pot. Even before the fruit is ripe this dwarf variety adds a presence to the garden as branches are clothed with large, deeply lobed leaves. Despite originating from warmer climates, this amazing compact fig is incredibly tough, easily shrugging off temperatures down to -15°C in the UK. Extremely drought tolerant when established, figs do best in a brightly lit, sunny spot. Keep plants productive and compact by restricting roots by growing in large pots.
One of the most popular garden herbs, Rosemary remains a versatile plant both decoratively and functionally with a plethora of uses around the garden. 'Miss Jessopp's Upright' is a compact evergreen with an upright growth habit which makes it perfect for adding colour and vertical interest to your garden. The pointed leaves of Rosemary are superbly aromatic which makes it ideal for lining paths and borders when you can brush against its foliage to release the instantly recognisable smell. Recommended by the RHS as a 'Plant for Pollinators' the dainty light blue flowers are produced through the spring and summer and are a favourite with butterflies and bees. Fully deserving its coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, you can be sure that this is a proven garden performer, guaranteed to be suitable for UK gardeners at every level of experience. Fully hardy and easy to care for, Rosemary deserves a prominent place in any garden, where it will bring a colourful and fragrant display. Compact enough to grow in a pot if space is limited, you can restrict the size of 'Miss Jessopp's Upright' with a bit of judicial pruning, so anyone can have a go at growing this fragrant herb. Supplied as an established plant in a 2L pot, Rosemary blooms May - June and will reach an approximate height of approx. 2m (6.5ft).
The amazing Hydrangea that everyone is talking about!! Forget those dull seaside displays of blues and pinks, 'Miss Saori' is something different. And this was recognised when it won the Best Plant 2014 at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Such has been the popularity of this stunning hydrangea that plants remains scarce, although we have once again secured stock of these sought-after beauties for our customers this year. So what is all the fuss about? Well, each flower is fully double, which is unusual for Hydrangeas. To top this, each petal looks sugar-coated with lipstick-pink edging, fading subtly to the centre, creating a wonderful effect when the huge flowerhead is seen. Bred in Japan by the world's premier Hydrangea hybridiser, 'Miss Saori' also repeat flowers, as it flowers on both young and old wood - this removes many of the conundrums of pruning, making it easier to manage, and longer flowering than conventional types. As if this was not enough, as cooler autumn approaches, and the final flowers blossom, the leaves turn burgundy purple, presenting the perfect foil for the flowers. Be one of the very few who can grow this so early in it's life, it is set to be an exceptionally successful variety. Supplied as 3 x establoshed plants in 9cm pots, ready to plant out now.
Not as recent marketing would have you believe a plant that has been created for men, but rather a new and exciting development in succulent breeding that is taking the gardening world by storm. A cross between the Manfreda and the Agave, Mangaves are becoming increasingly popular as the interest in Xeric landscaping grows - the process of gardening that reduces or eliminates the need for supplemental moisture from watering. Manfredas have rosettes of coloured leaves branching from a very short stem, often with creamy, tubular flowers at the end of a long stalk. Agaves on the other hand are well known for their strong succulent leaves that form large rosettes. These interesting hybrids combine the best features of both types: the better growth rate and the interesting patterns and colours of Manfreda, and the habit and refinement of Agave. Varieties can be spotted, blotched or plain green in various shades and with an interesting texture, they can be a bit pointy, but definitely not as prickly as a cactus. Some of the varieties have really interesting leaf shape too, from slim and long to short and broad and wavy or straight too. 'Mission to Mars' is a striking variety of Mangave with intense red coloration to the leaves which gives rise to its name. The thick green leaves are heavily speckled with burgundy red and form a gently arching habit with margins that curl upward. This highlights the cinnamon-coloured spines giving the plant an appearance much like a tropical bromeliad. Compact in growth and visually stunning, Mangaves make a perfect patio plant, sitting happily in a pot through the summer on your decking or balcony, they will then make a perfect houseplant through the winter in a bright room. All varieties should be watered only sparingly as they are ideally suited to dessert, arid conditions and are lovers of warm temperatures - they make an ideal specimen for a greenhouse or as a houseplant for a bright rooms - indeed anything less than 65°F will result in the plant becoming dormant. Supplied as an established plant in a 15cm pot, ready for immediate potting on. Eventual height and width: 25cm x 55cm (10 x 22in).
Hypericum moserianum 'Little Misstery' is a much sought-after, new form of Hypericum (St John's Wort) and much prized with flower arrangers for its pinkish-red fruits. Another plant that's really quite difficult to find, we're delighted to be one of the first to be able to bring it to you. Perfect for a sunny or part-shaded position, 'Little Misstery' bursts into life in early spring with a flourish of lush green leaves edged in butter yellow, held on raspberry-red stems - truly a sight to behold in the spring garden! A flower arranger's dream (and a gardener's for that matter), the striking variegation remains distinct throughout the growing season, and the leaves are followed from July to October by masses of bright yellow, cup-shaped flowers beautifully enhanced by a contrasting fringe of red anthers. Bees and many other beneficial pollinating insects find Hypericum Little Misstery irresistible and the resulting fruits provide even more interest in the garden and make a great addition to flower arrangements. Supplied as an established young plant in a 9cm pot, ready to be planted out or potted up. With an ultimate height and spread of 0.3m (1ft), it'll light up your garden for months!
'Miss Bateman' is a simply gorgeous, early season and large flowering clematis with elegant white blooms that have green stripes down the petals. Not one to disappoint, it will produce a second display of pretty white flowers later in the summer from August to September. A vigorous climber, this clematis has a relatively compact habit, and this makes it suitable for growing in container if space is limited, where its free-flowering nature can be put to best effect. Clematis plants make wonderful additions to any garden and can be used very effectively to screen and hide objects and to enhance other plants such as other climbers and shrubs, especially roses. Due to the compact nature of this plant, you can also plant in a pot or container on the patio, so you should not worry about finding space in your borders. Why not grow up an obelisk in a pot for a beautiful patio display? Winter hardy and free flowering, they can pretty much be left to their own devices with just a light trim in late winter/early spring trim and a prune back in the summer after flowering. Supplied as an established plant in a 15cm pot, with a supporting tripod, ready to plant.
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A vigorous RHS AGM variety, well-loved by gardeners and cooks alike! Upright, silvery stems are covered in needle-like evergreen foliage which is deeply aromatic.
Re-blooming bearded Iris Germanica ?Mission Ridge? will add beautiful blooms in shades of blue and white to perennial flower beds and borders.
A tulip like you?ve never seen before, you?d be forgiven for thinking you had a bunch of beautiful English Roses growing in your garden when these delightful Tulip ?Promiss? come out. A wonderful shade of pink with a surrounding later of green petals to frame the flower and make it stand out all the more. Definitely one to add to your spring borders and containers to be the highlight of your spring displays! Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 10cm (4)
A beautiful Victorian white Clematis, created in 1869, with contrasting red anthers in the centre. Clematis 'Miss Bateman' looks fantastic planted alone or alongside a more brightly coloured Clematis variety. It has an Award of Garden Merit from the RHS and flowers in early summer, often with a second flush of blooms a couple of months later. This Clematis likes moist, well drained soil, with its base shaded by other plants. As well as up walls and fences, Clematis 'Miss Bateman' is also suitable for growing in obelisk planters. Height: 2.5m (8?). Spread: 1m (3?). Pruning group: 2.