One of the best dwarf Asters! Intriguing spider-like flowers smother compact basal branched plants in attractive shades of blue, purple, scarlet and rose. Early to flower, adding a colourful display to borders or patio containers over a long flowering period. Height: 20cm (8in)
Sweetcorn Lark is a tendersweet variety giving superior sweetness with a softer, less chewy texture than supersweets, making kernels more pleasurable to eat as well as easier to digest. Improved germination adds to the appeal. Sweetcorn Lark can be also grown with other varieties, so there is no need to isolate. Requires a fertile soil in a sunny position.
Be the first to harvest delicious broad beans! Ten years of breeding have produced De Monica, the earliest-maturing broad bean variety from a spring sowing. Ready to harvest at the same time as wintersown variety Aquadulce. A strong root system and an upright plant habit with 2-3 stems per plant produce high yields of 15cm (6in) pods with 4-5 large seeds per pod
An F1 Hybrid with the same tolerance to Carrot Root Fly as Carrot 'Flyaway', but producing larger, blunt ended, cylindrical roots with a deliciously sweet flavour. Carrot 'Resistafly' is a 'Nantes' type with good early vigour, a smooth skin and excellent core colour. The uniform 15cm (6) roots store particularly well. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 15cm (6)
Still the industry standard slicing and processing variety, with unbeatable garden performance. Dwarf Bean 'Laguna' produces huge yields of 12cm (5) quite fleshy, intense green pods. This weather proof variety has superb vigour and excellent disease resistance too. Height: 45cm (18). Spread: 30cm (12)
Excellent flavoured, well domed, small beaded heads of good colour. Broccoli Belstar F1 keeps in good condition for a long time, producing plenty of side shoots once the centre head is cut. Plant in succession for summer-autumn harvesting. Andrew Tokely says: I always sow this broccoli early in the year and harvest large tasty heads before they can be attacked by caterpillars. Once the main head is cut, I give the plants a good watering, so over the following weeks and months a secondary crop of tasty smaller spears are produced making this a very worthwhile crop
With our three winter-proof Savoy cabbages you are guaranteed a supply of fresh heads for a full seven months of the year, no matter the weather.This collection comprises:Cabbage 'Noelle F1'Cabbage 'Tourmaline F1'Cabbage 'Tundra F1'
Dwarf, sturdy and much neater and compact plants. Very good for exposed positions, beds and borders. Where space is limited containers, tubs, etc. Flowers spring. Height 25-30cm (10-12in)
This stunning new deep violet poppy will bring rich colour and a touch of sophistication to your planting schemes all summer long, especially when used as a contrast against pure whites or yellows. Poppy ?Hungarian Blue? is a hardy annual that is also very easy to grow, plant it outside in drifts where it will cover a large area with its beautiful blooms! Height: 90cm (39), Spread: 30cm (12).
This hardy evergreen perennial Dianthus deltoides 'Brilliancy' forms a dense mat of soft green foliage which acts as a fantastic ground cover and effective weed suppressant through the year. From late spring, it wakes up with a profusion of beautiful, vibrant crimson red flowers with delicate pinked edges, then just keeps on blooming continuously throughout the entire season and well into autumn.
Impressively large blooms on this very attractive viola can reach up to 7cm across. Viola ?Cool Summer Breeze? appears in shade of blue and white that complement each other perfectly whilst flowering throughout the summer months.
The first F1 hybrid cylindrical 'HousewivesChoice Beetroot with the sweetest of flavours. Beetroot Alto F1 has uniform, straight roots which have a smooth rich red skin and flesh colour, free from rings making them easy to prepare. Roots stand proud above the soil, but can be earthed up, and remain in good condition for long periods. Beetroot Alto is an easy to grow, space saving variety
Awarded an RHS AGM, Chilli Pepper 'Fresno' bears conical dark green fruits which ripen to red, orange and yellow. This popular variety is easy to grow, with a moderate heat that makes it particularly useful in the kitchen. Height: 75cm (30). Spread: 50cm (20).
Vivid, large single and semi-double 8cm (3in) flowers. Neat, mound shaped bushes achieving a memorable main bedding display
This great book is packed full of ideas and tips, from dealing with pests diseases and growing bigger plants to ways to save money in the garden. By Steve Brookes.
Large double flowers and long rigid stems which make them ideal for cutting. The symmetrical form of each flower makes it a thing of beauty in itself. A good blend of the best colours with giant 11cm (4 1/2in) blooms
This is a foxglove with a unique difference - instead of modestly facing downwards, the chunky flower spikes of Foxglove 'Candy Mountain' are packed with blooms which gaze upwards so you can see the intricate detail on the speckled throats. Enjoying a partially shaded position, undemanding Foxgloves are a classic choice for growing in woodland areas or in borders in the dappled shade of trees.
Powder puff Cornflowers of intense azure blue were once a common sight in summer, dotted throughout golden cornfields. This charming annual still makes an unforgettable impact in grassy meadows and summer borders. Its tall wiry stems and ruffled blooms make Cornflower 'Blue Diadem' is ideal for cutting. The nectar rich blooms attract bees and butterflies too. Height: 75cm (30). Spread: 30cm (12).
A glittering mixture in a wide range of colours. Their low and compact habit makes them an essential item for the smaller garden
Excellent for bedding , these plants are robust, bushy and very wilt resistant. Well formed, globular, weather resistant flowers in blue, pink, rose, rose-red and white are produced over a long period. Useful as a summer flowering pot plant, for window boxes etc