A showy early-summer perennial with extravagant white petals flushed with the palest hint of pink. The purple-black blotches at the base of each petal create a strong contrast that always draws attention. As the flowers fade, they leave behind their large, rounded seed heads that provide further interest.
A stylish Oriental Poppy boasting ruffled pink blooms with a gentle grey tint. The satiny petals are marked with contrasting black blotches at the base of each petal, that surround a dark circle of stamens.
Lush foliage appears in spring followed by large ruffled white flowers with deep centres in June. The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and bees. Grow in a sunny position, and leave the seedheads to mature for interest over autumn. Height 60cm, spread 50cm. Supplied in 8cm pots.
The striking blooms of this biennial Icelandic Poppy are sure to brighten up any garden, as the soft, papery flowers open up in vibrant shades of red and coral pink. What?s more, given adequate sunlight, the flowers start to appear in late spring, making this attractive cultivar one of the very first in its family to open. If that's not enough, Poppy 'Gartenzwerg' makes an ideal cut flower, due to its upright and durable stems. Height and spread: 30cm (12).
Verbena bonariensis is a popular plant that has been improved with the variety 'Lollipop' to make the plant much more compact. The attractive clusters of bright purple flowers are just the same but with shorter stems so they are more concentrated for a fuller effect. These improvements make Verbena 'Lollipop' the perfect size for growing in patio pots, beds and borders and you'll enjoy the flowers from July until October along with any passing butterflies and bees that are hungry for nectar. Height and spread: 60cm (24).
Colossal satiny blooms with dazzling scarlet petals create a bright focal point in late spring and early summer. The flowers of Poppy ?King Kong? rise on stiffly upright stems above a clump of finely cut foliage.