Rare hybridSuperb cut flowerA rare cross between an herbaceous peony and a tree peony has created this stunning intersectional hybrid. The result is a statuesque Itoh Peony with an upright bushy habit, and long lasting golden, cup shaped blooms reminiscent of its tree peony parentage. Peony 'Everlasting Treasure' makes a captivating addition to herbaceous borders and a superb cut flower. Height: 75cm (30). Spread: 150cm (59). Supplied as 2/3 eye bareroot.Culinary information: The petals can be added to salads, or cooked slightly and sweetened for a treat. Peony water was also once considered a delicacy and the blooms can be floated in punches. For more details about edible flowers click here.
This outstanding dessert variety is the sweetest blackcurrant ever - so sweet that it can be eaten straight from the bush. 'Ebony' produces heavy crops of large, firm currants - up to twice the size of normal blackcurrants - which can be harvested from early to mid July. The plants are bushy with a slightly open, spreading habit, making harvesting so easy. Easy to grow and with excellent mildew resistance. Height and spread: 120cm (47).Estimated time to cropping once planted: 16-20 months. Estimated time to best yields: 16-20 months.
A fantastic new ultra compact snapdragon! Antirrhinum 'Farfalline' produces double blooms in a mixture of bright colours, from rich, deep hues to fresh pastels. These delightful dwarf snapdragons create a dynamic display in patio pots and window boxes or use them to edge the front of beds and borders.
An exciting new bamboo with striking red stems! Recently discovered in China, Bamboo 'Red Fountain' is a well-behaved, clumping bamboo whose new shoots emerge green before blending to deep yellow and then changing to crimson red.
Large goblet shaped flowers unfurl their delicate petals in spring. Grown as a standard, this beautiful deciduous Magnolia is compact enough for a pot on the patio, or as a focal point in narrow borders.
A real show-stopper for your garden, great in a mixed border, gravel bed, patio container - anywhere! This exotic variegated yucca bears bluegreen sword-shaped leaves with golden margins that look particularly stunning in dappled sunlight. Magnificent cream-white bell-shaped blooms rise up on numerous tall spears up to 2m high. Ht. 1-1.5m. Supplied in 9cm pots.
A useful alternative to lobelia, these compact, bushy floriferous plants are speckled with star-shaped indigo flowers and are an ideal plant in summer bedding schemes, borders, rockeries, containers and window boxes. Plus a gentle sweet fragrance that'll keep the pollinating insects busy for weeks! Ht. 25cm. Supplied as plugtray plants.
The spindle bush is a familiar hedgerow plant, of which Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cascade' is a selected form, chosen for its especially generous flowers. Grown as a deciduous shrub or small tree, ?Red Cascade? has leaves that turn a dazzling dark red in autumn, and rosy-red winged fruit that break open to reveal bright orange seeds. Its branches are weighed down by a profusion of fruit, and its seeds are loved by birds - you may find self-sown seedlings popping up across the garden. Suitable for most soil conditions, and tolerant of both sun and shade. Height:3m (10'). Spread: 2.5m (8').
Lilac 'Palibin' is a lovely scented shrub, that is covered in panicles of small lavender-pink flowers, during May and June. It is perfect for planting near windows and doors, or close to garden paths so the pleasant aroma can be enjoyed. This variety of Lilac is compact and slow growing. It will grow to a maximum height of 1.5 metres and likes to be in full sun. A great flowering shrub for cottage gardens. Height and spread: 1.5m (5').
With its small clumps of grassy evergreen foliage and lollipop tufts of white papery flowers, Armeria maritima 'Alba' is most at home in seaside gardens as it grows naturally by the coast. Given a sunny spot, Thrift, or Sea Pink is easy to grow in any location and it's great for the patio, cottage garden or the rockery. Its pure white flowers bloom from May to August and are attractive to wildlife as well as making an excellent cut flower. Height: 25cm (10). Spread: 50cm (20).
Aubrieta 'Dr. Mules Variegata' produces a mat of striking variegated leaves with clean white edges, making for a striking evergreen groundcover display. It is completely smothered in vibrant violet-purple flowers in early and mid spring, and is perfect for providing year-round interest in rock gardens and patio containers. It?s also beautiful when allowed to spill over sunny banks, and can be used as a ground cover in hot dry borders. Its flowers are a wonderful source of nectar for pollinating insects. Height: 10cm (4). Spread: 60cm (24).
If you live in a coastal area or have a garden with poor soil, Centranthus ruber 'Albus' is a great choice of plant. The hardy perennial isn't fussy: if planted in a sunny border, it will flourish regardless of soil type. This Valerian can also withstand drought, wind and exposure, producing pure white blooms in dainty clusters throughout the summer, whatever the weather. Height: 1m (3'3). Spread: 1m (3'3).
A stunning sight in the late summer border, Crocosmia 'Lucifer' certainly packs a punch with its sprays of fiery red trumpet shaped flowers above tall, sword-like foliage. Drifts of this eye-catching perennial add a blaze of colour when many other flowers are starting to fade, as well as adding vertical structure to the border. This variety of Montbretia earns its RHS Award of Garden Merit for its beauty as well as its vigour and resilience. It also makes a striking cut flower. Height: 100cm (39). Spread: 10cm (4).
Using these native bulb species, create a wonderful drift of colour under trees or in your lawn. These longlasting and top quality 'in-the-green' bulbs are delivered in spring when the plants are growing, either in flower or after flowering, they can be planted straight into position - the benefit being you won't forget where you planted them, as you would with dry bulbs! A great way to achieve years and years of cheery spring colour in your garden. All of our bulbs are grown from cultivated stock. Collection comprises Single Snowdrops, Double Snowdrops, Bluebells and Aconites. Ht. 15-30cm. Supplied as bulbs.
A majestic, feature grass perfect for a centrepiece in a summer flower bed, or for creating height in borders and patio planters. Foliage blends from green to bronze/purple over summer and dark feathery tufts appear atop sturdy stems. Ht 90cm. Supplied as plug plants.
Bush roses are always popular, and this variety is one of the best, in a beautiful shade of red.
This popular miniature standard rose has been massively popular for nearly two decades now, and is much more reliable and floriferous than ever before. The White Standard Rose makes an ideal addition to the patio planted in your best container, or as a feature in garden borders. Trim as required to create the shape you prefer. Choose from a ?Full? Standard - supplied with a stem length of 40cm for a commanding presence in your garden, or the brand new ?Half? Standard - supplied with a stem length of 45cm and perfect when added to our stylish Patio Pot as shown. Supplied as bare root plants.
For an convenient and easy way to grow potatoes on your patio look no further than our Potato Growing Bags. These durable black/grey bags hold 8 litres of compost and the black and grey colouring prevents light reaching the developing potato tubers for healthy and delicious crops; and absorbs heat for a quick start in the spring.
The flowers of Rose 'Easy Elegance Yellow Submarine' are lemon yellow in the centre, fading through buttery yellow to creamy white on the outer petals. First discovered and brought to Britain in the 18th century, yellow roses derive from the Middle East. 'Easy Elegance Yellow Submarine' is easy to grow, hardy and disease resistant. In flower all summer, from June to September, it is an ideal choice for mixed garden borders. Height: 1m (39). Spread: 60cm (24).