Agapanthus 'Bluestorm' is a new variety of Agapanthus, which has been bred specifically for its flowers. In June, this African Blue Lily grows an abundance of blue blooms on stiff stems, perfect for cut flower displays. It also boasts a long season, ensuring that your cottage garden remains colourful and interesting until the late summer. However, Agapanthus 'Atiblu' is by no means a one-trick pony; its strap-shaped, semi-evergreen foliage can be used to add structure to sunny borders. You won't even have to worry about its wellbeing when you go on holiday, for this hardy perennial tolerates drought exceptionally well, making it a good all-round plant. Height: 75cm (2'6). Spread: 50cm (1'8).
Prepare to be blown away by the spectacular displays of this impressive dwarf Hydrangea. A mass of gorgeous white, conical blooms appear in late summer, becoming flushed with pale pink as the season progresses, followed by impressive vibrant autumn foliage. Hydrangea paniculata ?Bobo? is extremely reliable, blooming year after year and ever so easy to grow. Plus, since it blooms on new wood, there will always be masses of buds waiting to put on a show, even after a hard winter. Its neat, compact habit makes this undeniably beautiful shrub ideal for small gardens, adapting well to many situations, whether it be in a border or patio pot. Height: 90cm (36?). Spread: 120cm (46?).
Equally as impressive as its sibling ?Limelight?, Hydrangea paniculata ?Little Lime? maintains a much more compact habit, making it suitable for small gardens and containers. Fantastic displays of conical, lime-green flowers float above lush green foliage which changes to glorious hues of red and orange in autumn. As the blooms age, they fade through creamy white to a soft shade of pink. Who?d have thought, for a shrub with so many colour changes through the seasons, this unique introduction will cope in most conditions and still manages to maintain its vigour. Height and spread: 150cm (60?).
This hardy, deciduous shrub is a perfect choice for an easy-to-grow plant with a big impact. From mid-summer large panicles of creamy buds open into pretty white flowers that are appealing to bees and butterflies. Tough and suited to all British weather. Height 3m, spread 2m.
Elegant white flower heads rise above strap-like foliage, perched upon tall, upright stems. This eye catching new introduction is early to flower and continues to repeat bloom throughout the summer for a particularly long lasting display. Agapanthus ?Ever White? is a reliable perennial needing little attention once established.
Blooming in early summer, this bright and cheerful Dutch Iris is certain to brighten up your displays. Iris ?Pink Panther? is delightfully coloured in lavender pink, with a touch of gold at the centre.
A profusion of deep blue flowers form large, rounded heads that appear early in the season. Flowering from late May, Agapanthus ?Ever Sapphire? comes from recent breeding, offering a repeat flowering African Blue Lily which will enchant you throughout the summer.
Flowering throughout summer these impressive perennials lend their stature to borders and patio containers, where their architectural seed heads continue the display well into autumn. The large spherical blooms also look magnificent in cut flower displays. In your collection you will receive the following two varieties: 'Queen of the Ocean' and 'Polar Ice'.
Super reliable, with clear, pattern-free flowers, in a mix of bright colours. These will flower through winter or summer and are excellent for bedding or pots. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 23cm (9).Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers.
Striking flower for the border or patio pots. Dwarf, bushy plants are packed with blue-lilac blooms with a white centre throughout summer. Ideal for sun or semi-shade locations. Height and spread: 25cm (10).