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A useful plant for the allotment as well as providing a long-lasting colour in the garden, easy-to-grow Calendula officinalis 'Lemon Cream' produces sunny double yellow flowers throughout the summer months which are edible and also attract pollinators. Use the cheery flowers to brighten up your summer salads, cakes or use them as a pretty edible garnish.
Affectionately known as Black Eyed Susan, this twining annual makes a popular and eye-catching summer climber. Thunbergia alata 'Salmon Shades' is a pretty colour mix with gentle terracotta shades of pink, orange, cream and apricot, each with a characteristic dark eye.
This wonderful Peony Tulip has huge violet-purple blooms which open early and last longer than many other varieties. Plant tulips in groups and delight as they open to reveal their superb colouring. Why not cut some for a flower arrangement so that you can enjoy them indoors too!
Lemon Thyme is an evergreen mat-forming perennial with a potent lemon fragrance which travels through the air when brushed lightly. Lemon Thyme has a unique flavour which means that, unlike other thymes, it can be used in desserts. Any herb garden would be incomplete without this fantastic plant, which bears pink-white flowers in summer. Ideal for amateurs or experienced gardeners alike, this popular herb isn?t fussy on its location or soil. Particular useful in open areas where it will withstand wind and dry conditions. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 35cm (14).
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 also ideal in a cottage garden or woodland setting. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 45cm (18).
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 wasn't enough, this Beard Tongue is also an extremely practical choice for cottage gardens: it is weather-resistant and seemingly immune to slugs and other pests. These qualities ensure that the magnificent plant will brighten up borders throughout the summer and beyond. Height: 50cm (1'8). Spread: 50cm (1'8).
Bring a bit of fun into the garden with the fluffy scarlet flower spikes of Astilbe japonica 'Montgomery'. The finely divided leaves emerge with a bronze tone in spring before developing the green foliage that forms the backdrop to the scarlet flowers which will turn heads during June and July. Astilbe, which is also known as False Goatsbeard will thrive in sun or partial shade but also where there is lots of moisture so if you have difficult damp spots in your garden borders, woodland areas or if you can spare the time to keep a patio pot well watered then this is the plant you've been looking for. Height: 70cm (28). Spread: 45cm (18).
Anemone tomentosa 'Serenade' is easily recognisable in August and September when its semi-double, pale pink blooms appear on delicate stems. These flowers are sure to see the summer out with a flourish. What's more, the hardy perennial also boasts attractive, dark green foliage. These leaves form dense clumps, handy for providing ground cover in sunny or partially shady borders. Anemone vitifolia looks particularly lovely when paired with ornamental grasses in cottage and woodland gardens. Height: 90cm (2'11). Spread: 90cm (2'11).
Clematis 'Mrs Cholmondeley' bears gorgeous wide flowers that can reach up to 20cm (8) across if grow in optimum conditions. Each flower is a stunning soft lavender blue colour, with prominent darker veins and chocolate brown anthers. This variety blooms throughout early summer, adding a much needed splash of colour to your garden. Winner of an RHS AGM, this free flowering variety performs best in light shade where its flowers will be protected from the fading caused by full sun. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1m (3'). Pruning group: 2.
Unique cascading version of 'Crystal Palace' with beautiful deep blue flowers. An added bonus is the attractive foliage which turns from green to bronze as the plants mature, giving them long-lasting appeal. Perfect for baskets, window boxes, containers or trailing over low walls and rockeries
Irresistible, rich caramel flowers with vibrant cherry centres! Feature this new variety at the front of your border, or in specially-chosen patio containers. This really is a plant to show off, and be sure to cut some for vase displays too!