Cornus canadensis or Creeping Dogwood can be planted in woodland gardens to prevent weeds from growing at the base of other, larger shrubs. It provides equally good ground cover in sunny borders, where its small, white flowers will stand out against rosettes of green, oval leaves in the late spring and early summer. These cross-shaped blooms are succeeded by scarlet berries, making the hardy perennial a colourful and practical choice of plant. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 1m (3'3).
When it flowers in the summer, Silene x robotii 'Rollys Favourite' is sure to be one of the brightest plants in your garden. The hardy perennial produces bubblegum pink blooms in abundance throughout June, July and August. These flowers are sure to catch your eye when placed at the front of a sunny or partially shady border. Campions also make great patio plants despite their sprawling habit; such versatility makes them suitable for novices as well as experienced gardeners. This Catchfly has been crossed with Lychnis to form a unique, hybrid plant that will stand out in any cottage garden. Height: 40cm (1'4). Spread: 40cm (1'4).
This dwarf conifer, that is super low maintenance, is an excellent addition to gravel gardens, Japanese gardens, and rockeries. Picea abies 'Little Gem' is evergreen, and slow growing, reaching a maximum height of just 50cm. A minature Norway Spruce, with a compact cushion habit, it has fresh green growth every year, that contrasts with the mature dark green needle foliage. The RHS have awarded the plant its Award of Garden Merit. Height and Spread: 50cm (20).
The foliage of Juniperus chinensis (also known as Juniperus x pfitzeriana) 'Blaauw' has an unusual blue-grey tone. Its colouring makes this dwarf conifer stand out in rockeries and other sunny or partially shady parts of the garden. Alternatively, the Chinese Juniper can be grown as a specimen plant or tree. Like most Sabinas, it is slow-growing, but requires little maintenance once mature. The plant is therefore a useful and long-lasting hardy shrub. Height: 1.2m (3'11). Spread: 1m (3'3).
No perennial border would be complete without at least one variety of Sedum, and if you?re looking to encourage a host of pollinating insects into your garden, together with attractive foliage and flowers, look no further. Sedum 'Matrona' is one of the best, blessed with succulent leaves flushed bronze, with purple stems and clusters of soft pink umbel flowers in late summer. This hardy perennial will provide years of joy and happiness, due to its long lasting nature and structural habit. The seedheads not only add a splash of colour late in the year, but remain most attractive through winter, especially when frosted. Very easy to propagate and a valuable plant that makes an excellent cut flower too. Height: 75cm (30). Spread: 30cm (12).
Chilli Pepper ?Hot Banana? produces slender fruits with a waxy skin and minimal seeds, giving them a warm and tangy flavour. This variety has a moderate heat ? perfect for adding to family favourites like pizza, salads and salsa, adding a tasty bite, without the burn!
There?s no shortage of F1 vigour in this productive variety. Chilli Pepper 'Apache' produces heavy crops of bullet shaped, green fruits that gradually ripen to scarlet red. Each Chilli Pepper reaches up to 7cm long making an attractive display as the fruits ripen.
Each pot of Tomato 'Sweet Sturdy' contains a dazzling duo of two little bush varieties. These perfect partners will intertwine to create a patio plant that?s ideal for summer snacking!
Cover unsightly outbuildings, pergolas, arches and fences with flower and fragrance throughout the summer! This collection of scented Honeysuckles is perfect for gardeners with lots of vertical spaces to fill.
Enjoy freshly picked mushrooms straight from your windowsill at any time of the year! These handy Windowsill Mushroom Growing Kits can be started into growth at any time, giving you a tasty crop to add to your favourite dishes in just a week or two!
Enjoy freshly picked mushrooms straight from your windowsill at any time of the year! These handy Windowsill Mushroom Growing Kits can be started into growth at any time, giving you a tasty crop to add to your favourite dishes in just a week or two!
Enjoy freshly picked mushrooms straight from your windowsill at any time of the year! These handy Windowsill Mushroom Growing Kits can be started into growth at any time, giving you a tasty crop to add to your favourite dishes in just a week or two!
Comte de Lesseps' is a cane-stemmed begonia with erect, bamboo-like stems bearing bold, spotted leaves and generous clusters of long-lasting pendulous flowers
Begonia ‘Emerald Giant’ is a large-leaved, rhizomatous ‘Rex’ type begonia, with very striking leaves patterned with central dark green veins surrounded by silver and finished with a red margin
Quick growing and easy, Begonia fuchsioides is a cane-stemmed begonia with erect, bamboo-like stems bearing small green leaves and dripping with fuchsia-like, pendulous red blooms
Begonia ‘Merry Christmas’ boasts large leaves splashed pink, white and green, putting on a festive foliage show all year round and not just at Christmas
Begonia ‘Benichoma’ is a cane-stemmed begonia with erect, bamboo-like stems
Begonia ‘Connie Boswell’ is a cane-stemmed begonia with erect, bamboo-like stems
Begonia ‘Curly Fireflush’ is an RHS award-winning, Rex-type, rhizomatous begonia bearing spiralling leaves with maroon centres and margins