Calycanthus Duo, has two varieties with gorgeous clematis-like flowers and glossy dark green foliage on gentle arching branches.
The Romans grew vines near Hadrian's Wall, well over a millenia ago, so its surprising so many people think its not possible to grow grapes outdoors in Britain. English vineyards are making some excellent wine now, and there is certain varieties that are more suited to our cool and damp climate. Grape 'Boskoop Glory' is a vine that can produce a sweet and tasty crop of, easy to grow, black grapes outdoors in British gardens. The fruit can be enjoyed as a healthy snack or squeezed for juice. In autumn the vine leaves turn vibrant shades of yellow and red. Its a great plant to grow up a trellis or pergola on a sunny patio or decking. Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26').
A much-loved bedding plant for over a century, Nicotiana alata bears abundant trumpet-shaped white flowers all the way from June until the first frosts.
A perfectly blended mix of three colours of Buddleja 'Buzz®' in one pot; Indigo, Ivory and Candy Pink. The plants will mingle together beautifully and provide fantastic panicles of honey-scented flowers from June until October that are highly attractive to butterflies and bees. Ideal for a patio pot or feature in a flower bed. Supplied in 9cm pots.
Clumps of graceful arching yellow-green canes are topped with foliage, excellent for creating movement in a garden. This fully hardy variety is ideal for screening, and is happy in sun or shady positions. Can be grown in large patio planters as shown. Height 2-4m, spread 1.5m. Supplied in 1.5 litre pots.
With its slivery-blue rounded foliage, the young Eucalyptus gunnii can be pruned into an attractive shrub or left to grow into a fine tree. The young stems also make an excellent addition to a cut flower arrangement. As the tree or shrub gets more mature, the leaves become more linear and the flaking bark reveals delightful shapes and patterns on the trunk. Also known as the Cider Gum or Ironbark, this plant is fast growing and low maintenance. Height: 25m (82'); Spread: 10m (33').
This is a fantastic collection of popular varieties which produce spherical architectural flower heads in May and June perched on stiffly upright stems. As the flowers fade, attractive seed heads remain which become straw coloured as the season progresses, persisting throughout autumn. Dot them among herbaceous perennials, at the front of borders or in patio containers where they will attract bees and other pollinating insects. Supplied as bulbs. Collection comprises: Allium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation' (4 bulbs); Allium cristophii (8 bulbs); Allium caeruleum (3 bulbs); Allium sphaerocephalon (25 bulbs); Allium neopolitanum (30 bulbs); and Allium ostrowskianum (30 bulbs).
For hassle-free gardening, look no further than our pre-planted containers for easy seasonal colour. We're always on the lookout for ways to make life simpler for our gardening customers. So what could be easier than hanging baskets and patio pots which are already planted up?
Providing late season colour, Hibiscus syriacus 'Oiseau Bleu' has large lavender-blue flowers, with maroon and cream centres, from August until October. It is a nice addition to wide garden borders in sunny locations, especially in gardens where most of the shrubs flower earlier in the year, such as Rhododendrons. This beautiful Rose Mallow has been awarded an RHS AGM for its outstanding garden performance. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 2m (6.5').
Welcome a new addition to the popular premixed collections, Glam Rock.
Indulge your senses with this unique sweet pea; just as handsome in looks as fragrance!
If you are looking for an evergreen shrub, that has foliage all year round, Leucothoe axillaris 'Curly Red' is highly recommended. It is a suitable shrub for medium sized gardens and has unusual curled leaves that turn deep red in autumn. Ideal for shady borders, with acidic soil. You can also grow Leucothoe in containers using an ericaceous compost mix, which will provide instant greenery to a paved area.Height: 1.5m (4'.9). Spread: 2m (6'.5).
The very aptly named Honeysuckle 'Scentsation' is cloaked with deliciously fragranced pale yellow and ivory blooms between midsummer and September followed by scarlet berries to end the season with another point of interest and welcome food for birds. Honeysuckle periclymenum 'Scentsation' makes a wonderful addition gardens that have walls and fences to form a backdrop to this vigorous climber or maybe train it over pergolas and doorways where its fragrance can be really appreciated. Height: 7m (22?). Spread: 1m (3?).
Clematis 'Nelly Moser' is a unique variety, bearing large, soft pink flowers, each with an unusual dark pink central stripe and beautifully contrasting red anthers. The season of interest is extended into late summer by attractive seed heads that follow the blooms. Clematis 'Nelly Moser' is ideally situated on a north facing wall where its delicate colours will be somewhat protected from the fading caused by full sun. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1m (3'). Pruning Group: 2.
An ideal hebe for container growing due to its compact habit, Hebe ?High Voltage? is a high impact, hardy shrub for your garden. The summer flowers of this variety will start off a stunning electric blue and as the season progresses it slowly changes to pre white , often with both colours appearing on each flower spike. Winter will also add interest as the foliage will change to shades of bronze as the freezing weather hits it. Height: 80cm (32). Spread: 100cm (39).
Create a floriferous climbing feature or just transform your garden fences all year round with our Clematis All Season Collection. The exquisite, fairytale blooms of these beautiful clematis plants will make the perfect addition to your garden to enjoy throughout summer and into winter too. They are perfect for growing in a patio container or training over obelisks in cottage garden borders.
Easily create flawless hanging baskets or container displays with our hand-picked Pride of Britain Colour-themed Collection.
A gorgeous dwarf shrub, that is perfect for small gardens, Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Admiration' has fiery, deep red foliage, with yellow edges on the leaves, and produces small pale green flowers in spring, followed later in the year by red berries. Japanese Barberry is suitable for both borders or planters, and is very low maintenance, once planted. The Royal Horticultural Society has awarded this plant its Award of Garden Merit. Best planted in full sun or partial shade. Height: and Spread: 60cm (24).
Viburnum x globosum 'Jermyns Globe' loves the UK climate, and grows well on chalky soils and heavy clay soils and even in coastal areas that can prove difficult for many other plants. Loose branching clusters of scented white blooms appear from pink buds in spring, nicely complementing the gleaming, evergreen foliage. The fading blooms are followed by shimmer, metallic blue berries. Viburnum x globosum 'Jermyns Globe' is easy to grow, making an ideal bushy shrub or small tree. Grow it as a free-standing shrub alongside cottage garden favourites, or plant as a hedge. Height 2.5m (8.2'). Spread 3m (10').