Cottage, coastal and low maintenance gardens will surely benefit from the addition of this hardy shrub. Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Ferndown' is an exceptionally undemanding plant that tolerates drought and will grow in exposed areas, providing it is placed in full sunlight. In addition to these practical advantages, Bluebeard produces interesting, structural stems adorned with elegant, grey-green foliage. These leaves are faintly aromatic, pleasing the senses of smell and sight alike. What's more, the 'Ferndown' variety bears clusters of blue, pollen-rich flowers in the late summer, attracting pollinators such as bees. It can therefore be given pride of place in wildlife areas. Height: 1.2m (4'). Spread: 1.5m (4'11).
Sweet William are always a cottage garden favourite, easy to grow and look after and yet incredibly rewarding too. Dianthus barbatus ?Purple Crown? bears large clusters of very fragrant deep purple and white bicolour flowers that are greatly appreciated by pollinating insects.
Add perfume and colour to your garden with this rare, yellow-flowered, deciduous daphne. Slow but steady growing, this is a bushy shrub with lush green foliage that is covered with pretty clusters of yellow flowers from late spring to summer. Bees and other insects love visiting the flowers which are followed in late summer by attractive red berries.
The Gladiolus ?Brown Sugar? adds some exotic colour and vibrancy to any space, whether in borders in the garden or cut and added into flower arrangements.
The rounded double blooms of this showy variety look like toffee-apples on their stiff, upright stems! The rich gold and caramel tones of this Peony-flowered variety bring an unusual twist to your garden, delivering a retro colour theme for a trendy vintage feel.
Kokodama is the stylish way to display your house plants. The idea originates from Japan, where they are traditionally made of moss. For a modern twist, this trendy Kokodama is made of coco-fibre, supporting the roots of the plant, to create an elegant indoor hanging display.
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Brown Sugar' has elegant, arching branches and deep red stems adorned with luxurious, dark chocolate foliage with purple tints.
An F1 breeding improvement of Crown Prince. Very popular for its attractive, flattened fruits with a steely-blue skin, each weighing up to 4kg (8.5lb).
The Silver Crown is a very sculptural succulent. It grows incredible oyster shell-like leaves that neatly overlap each other. Each leaf has this silver like dust (bloom) that protects it against strong sunlight. It’s a unique and stunning colour not seen in many plants. Light and Water It grows in sun or part shade but flowers best in full sun. In summer keep cool and provide some shelter from direct sun during the hottest hours. In shade the body colour will remain greener, while in harsh full sun conditions the foliage can develop its characteristic blue-grey tinge. This is a very dry-tolerant plant so its ok if your one of those who regularly forget to water their plants! You should water regularly in the growing season but avoid waterlogging and let the soil dry between watering. This plant should be watered from below in ordered to preserve the waxy covering on their leaves. If grown in a container, watering by immersing the container is recommended. Good drainage is very important as it is prone to root rot and prefers dry to very low humidity environments.
Rhubarb Raspberry Red is an early cropping variety, which will produce an abundance of wonderful red stems literally bursting with flavour. This Rhubarb is considered to the sweetest tasting variety available, making them the perfect choice for delicious homemade pies and crumbles!
Rhubarb Raspberry Red is an early cropping variety, which will produce an abundance of wonderful red stems literally bursting with flavour. This Rhubarb is considered to the sweetest tasting variety available, making them the perfect choice for delicious homemade pies and crumbles!
Chrysanthemum Brancrown is an autumn-flowering variety producing an abundance of yellow blooms from September to October. Compact in growth, they will make outstanding additions to your patio pot and container displays, coming back each year bigger and better than before.