Ajuga reptans 'Catlins Giant' is grown for its foliage as much as its flowers, slowly spreading to form a carpet of glossy, purple-green leaves. This semi-evergreen perennial flowers from late spring through to midsummer, producing masses of upright spikes of blue-purple flowers that are highly attractive to bees. 'Catlins Giant' is a popular Bugle selection, with larger leaves and flowers than the original species, and has been awarded a prestigious RHS AGM. Perfect as ground cover for woodland gardens and shady borders, Ajuga plants prefer partial shade, and are extremely low maintenance. Height: 50cm (20). Spread up to 1m (39).
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Description for Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Kobold' not available
A striking perennial with a bold garden presence! Distinctive, architectural blooms rise high on sturdy stems to reveal cones of tiny flowers surrounded by an electric blue collar! A useful plant for coastal areas and hot, dry sites. The dramatic Sea Holly flowers are also excellent for cutting and drying.
Scabious 'Butterfly Blue' is great in wildlife gardens because, as its name suggests, it attracts scores of butterflies and bees between July and October. These pollinators flock to the hardy perennial's lavender-blue blooms, which protrude on dainty stems above grey-green, lance shaped foliage. Scabiosa atropurpurea, which is sometimes called Pinchushion Flower or Sweet Scabious, grows best in sunny, cottage garden borders, but also makes an interesting cut flower. Height: 40cm (1'4). Spread: 40cm (1'4).
This new collection brings together varieties of two colours - pure white and rare soft pink. The nodding bells make an enduring and evocative sight every spring, and the scent is unforgettable. These Lily of the Valley flower stems are great for cutting too. Ht. 25cm. Supplied as pips.
Stunning, detailed flower spikes in candy-pink are borne above dark foliage in late summer. Veronica 'Candied Candle' is a reliable, strong, hardy perennial which is resilient and untroubled by inclement weather. Plants will establish very easily in any border and will flower their hearts out, providing show-stopping performances which will be sure to get the neighbours talking. Extremely low maintenance and attractive to butterflies and other pollinating insects. Height: 50cm (20). Spread: 30cm (12).
Geranium cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' is a pretty ground cover plant that can act as a weed suppressant. It has evergreen foliage and in June and July many Cranesbill, subtle pink flowers bloom. In autumn the foliage turns to gentle shades of red and bronze that looks great planted alongside other plants with autumnal interest. Geranium cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' is often planted in large groups, either as a bloc or in lines at the front of garden borders, or down the sides of garden paths and driveways. It has nectar rich flowers that attract pollinating insects.
Description for Geranium oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' not available
Description for Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Scarlet' not available
This wonderful mix of the ever popular 'Russell Hybrids' is ideal for adding height and structure to your garden. The colourful flower spikes create a bold impression at the middle and back of borders or planted in groups at the edge of woodland areas.
Platycladus orientalis 'Aurea Nana' is a small but robust conifer, also known as Dwarf golden oriental thuja. The plant's height might be a mere 90cm (3'), but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in style: its bushy, green foliage has an attractive golden tint and gives off a subtle pine aroma. Thuja orientalis 'Aurea Nana' is a hardy and versatile tree, growing happily in all soil types. It is thus a great option for gardeners wishing to fill sunny rockeries or struggling with tricky conditions. Height: 90cm (3'). Spread: 90cm (3').
Description for Penstemon 'Pensham Amelia Jayne' not available
A compact, virtually spineless variety producing a heavy yield of deep purple fruits with distinctive white stripes. The attractive fruits and compact, dwarf habit make Aubergine 'Pinstripe' ideal for a sunny patio or small greenhouses and vegetable plots.
Bergamot is a great perennial plant for a herbaceous border, in a wildlife friendly garden. Monarda Censation™ 'Confetti' attracts bees and butterflies, and has deliciously aromatic foliage and whorls of spidery blooms with tube shaped, curving petals.
Aptly named, this gorgeous French Lavender produces large deep purple flower heads topped with frilly lavender petal-like bracts. The silver-green foliage emits a spicy fragrance when brushed past and is the perfect way to bring a touch of the Mediterranean to your garden. A neat compact habit makes Lavender 'Fathead' ideal as border edging or grown in patio containers where you can appreciate the flowers up close. Blooming over a long period throughout summer, these Lavandula stoechas flowers are highly attractive to pollinating insects. Height and spread: 60cm (24).