Purple Perennials

Acanthus mollis 'Hollards Gold'

…to bright green. Tall spires of white flowers with dusky purple bracts soar upwards from May to July, providing superb architecture. Bear's Breeches is best given plenty of space to reach its full potential. An easy to grow hardy perennial, forming a superb structural feature in large sunny borders.…  More Info

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Passiflora violacea on a Hoop

…sunny windowsill where you can admire up close its spectacular violet flowers adorned with a prominent central stigma and surrounded by a ring of purple and white filaments. The flowers are followed by decorative orange fruits that stand out against a background of glossy, deeply lobed evergreen…  More Info

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Saintpaulia 'An-Rio Rita'

Saintpaulia ‘An-Rio Rita’ bears bright purple petals scattered with pale streaks and splashes. Little but fierce, African violets are flowering powerhouses! With the right care, these dainty houseplants will push out flowers non-stop for months on end, sometimes all year round. Their…  More Info

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Streptocarpus 'Sphinx'

Streptocarpus ‘Sphinx’ bears dramatic dark purple veining on the lower petals contrasting with delicate lavender on the upper petals. Height: 30cm (12in). Spread: 35cm (14in). Exceptionally long flowering and easy to grow, Streptocarpus are one of the most rewarding houseplants. Clusters…  More Info

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Nepeta racemosa

…lends itself particularly well to making good ground cover, as well as softening the edges of borders and paths. Aptly named Catmint, this hardy perennial has a strange effect on cats, who seem to love its fragrant foliage. Just like all Nepeta, this variety will attract plenty of bees to your…  More Info

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Baptisia 'Decadence Dark Chocolate'

…reaching a crescendo in late summer. The flowers are followed by decorative black seed pods, extending interest into the autumn. A rewarding perennial for an informal, cottage-style border or prairie planting. The flowers are highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects making it perfect…  More Info

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Penstemon 'Blackbird'

One of the darkest of all penstemons, Penstemon ‘Blackbird’ is a stunning variety, boasting spires of large tubular flowers in a deep, velvety wine-purple with contrasting white throats.  More Info

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Syringa Flowerfesta' Collection

…makes a fine pot specimen but is equally suited to massed planting in perennial borders. Height and spread: 125cm (49in). Syringa meyeri Flowerfesta® collection comprises: * Syringa meyeri 'Flowerfesta® Purple' * Syringa meyeri 'Flowerfesta® White' * Syringa meyeri…  More Info

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Passiflora (Passion Flower) 'Lavender Lady'

…showy blooms. Offset by deep green, three-lobed leaves, the exotic flowers of Passiflora 'Lavender Lady' are an unusual and striking shade of pale purple, with vivid blue-purple filaments surrounding a protruding lime green central structure. The breathtaking summer blooms are followed by egg-sized…  More Info

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Molinia caerulea ssp. arundinacea 'Mostenveld'

Moor Grass is perfect for planting in borders where the tall slender flower spikes will bring texture and movement. The tall and slender flower spikes are topped with silvery-purple blooms. This variegated variety forms a neat tussock of cream and green striped leaves that turn to gold into Autumn.…  More Info

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Streptocarpus 'Freya'

Streptocarpus 'Freya' is a free-flowering variety producing masses of white blooms with deep violet veining for 10 months of the year. The blooms are held on short stems above a neat rosette of dark green, wrinkled foliage. Streptocarpus are easy-care flowering houseplants. Keep them in bright,…  More Info

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Geranium ' magnificum

This deep veined violet geranium is an RHS AGM holder. Stunning flowers grow between June and September in clumps where in the autumn turn a lovely red for a little while. Perfect in beds and borders with little maintenance needed. Perfect for attracting pollinators into your garden. Height: 60cm…  More Info

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Campanula 'Resholt Variety'

This choice form of Campanula portenschlagiana boasts even deeper violet flowers and young foliage which emerges with purplish-green shades. Campanula 'Resholt Variety' creates low, spreading mounds of evergreen foliage, smothered in bell-shaped flowers in summer. An effortless groundcover plant…  More Info

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Dahlia 'Labella Grande Magenta Improved'

Small plants with a big personality! Dahlia 'Labella Grande Magenta Improved' boasts large double flowers on compact plants that are perfect for containers on the patio, terrace or balcony. They perform equally well as long-flowering gap fillers for the front of the border. Labella Dahlias are…  More Info

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Saintpaulia 'Ek-Shedevr Khudozhnika'

Saintpaulia 'Ek-Shedevr Khudozhnika' has a mouthful of a Russian name which roughly translates as ‘The Painter’s Masterpiece’. This gorgeous African Violet bears large violet flowers which are both double and ruffled, the edges of the petals etched in white. Little but fierce,…  More Info

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Acanthus spinosus

A majestic herbaceous perennial with glossy architectural leaves and equally impressive flower spikes of purple and white, which appear in late spring and summer. Native to the Mediterranean, Acanthus spinosus is incredibly drought tolerant once established - perfect for hot dry borders! Bear's…  More Info

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Salvia 'Amistad'

…'Amistad' is an exceptionally beautiful new variety. Its exquisite, rich purple flowers are held on tall, near-black stems above a lush mound of green foliage. With regular deadheading, this magnificent hardy perennial can bloom almost continuously from May right through to October. It?s perfect…  More Info

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Centaurea Montana Amethyst Dream

…grey-green foliage forms a spreading mound, bejewelled with spidery, royal purple flowers from late spring through to midsummer. This eye-catching variety makes a fine choice for filling gaps towards the front of borders. Perennial Cornflowers are hardy, reliable and easy to grow. Ideal for cottage…  More Info

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Meconopsis baileyi 'Hensol Violet'

…groups in shady borders and woodland areas. This 'collectors plant' still surprises countless poppy-lovers who have never seen this unusual perennial before. Meconopsis betonicifolia 'Hensol Violet' is so named for its origins from Hensol House, Scotland, where it was discovered by Lady Henderson.…  More Info

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Verbascum Phoeniceum Violetta

…rich purple that look fabulous contrasted with acid yellow euphorbias and orange geums. Verbascum phoeniceum ‘Violetta’ bears erect, airy stems carrying many thin-petalled flowers which rise from basal rosettes of semi-evergreen, crinkled leaves. Although this is a short-lived perennial…  More Info

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Penstemon 'Blackberry'

Decadently rich shades of purple cover this stunning penstemon all summer and autumn long, making it a fantastic addition to any border or container. Easy to grow and keep, Penstemon ?Blackberry Ice? will add superb depth and colour to your garden! Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 45cm (18).  More Info

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Chaenorhinum origanifolium Blue Dream

A native of mountainous regions in the Iberian Peninsula and Balearic Islands, this semi-evergreen alpine perennial is an ideal choice for a rockery, scree or slope, as well as making a drought-tolerant container plant. Chaenorhinum origanifolium 'Blue Dream' has a spreading habit, forming soft,…  More Info

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Viola sororia 'Rubra'

…wine-purple flowers in spring, which are held above a neat clump of heart-shaped leaves. Requiring virtually no maintenance, this low-growing perennial makes good ground cover for a small area and is great for underplanting shrubs and roses. Woolly violet also looks beautiful planted amongst spring…  More Info

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Centaurea Montana Amethyst In Snow

Centaurea montana 'Amethyst in Snow' is the first bicolour of its species! This showy variety of Perennial Cornflower boasts mauve-purple flower heads, surrounded by a ring of dazzling white petals. The grey green foliage has a low spreading habit that forms a wide mound. This eye-catching variety…  More Info

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Penstemon 'Dark Towers'

Penstemon ?Dark Towers? is a gorgeously dark plant with rich dark purple foliage, topped with lighter pink tube-shaped blooms. They are loved by pollinating insects so is a great addition to attract the bees and butterflies. It has a bushy but compact habit which makes for a wonderful display in…  More Info

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Tradescantia 'JS® Brainstorm'

…astonishing six months of flower. Dark purple buds open to large magenta-purple flowers with contrasting golden anthers that stand out beautifully against the vibrant petals. The flowers are nestled amongst long, sword-shaped evergreen leaves with harmonising purple tints. With each flower head…  More Info

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Globe Artichoke 'Green Globe Improved' F1 Hybrid

…has really helped improve this variety. The tasty hearts are a delicacy when pickled and even the base of the leaves can also be eaten. It is a perennial vegetable and makes for a wonderful addition to a veg garden or allotment. They even attract the bees as well so perfect in a cottage garden also.…  More Info

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Salvia 'Amethyst Lips'

With purple and white bi-coloured flowers, Salvia 'Amethyst Lips' is a plant that looks great planted alongside Russian Sage, or Lavender, in a cottage garden border. Alternatively, it can be planted with other Salvia varieties, in the 'Lips' collection, in a border, or patio planter. Nectar rich,…  More Info

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Stachys lanata

…mat of low-growing, evergreen silver foliage which helps to suppress weeds and retain soil moisture. In summer, it bears tall, upright whorls of purple flowers which are attractive to bees. It makes an especially effective foliage foil for blue and pink flowers. Height and spread: 50cm (20in). Plant…  More Info

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Penstemon 'Ice Cream Collection'

…and borders and look brilliant in any cottage garden planting scheme or a modern one too!* Penstemon ?Blackberry? - decadently rich shades of purple cover this stunning penstemon all summer and autumn long, making it a fantastic addition to any border or container. Easy to grow and keep, Penstemon…  More Info

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Globe Artichoke Duo

Globe Artichoke Duo is a wonderful mix of both ?Purple Globe? and ?Green Globe.  More Info

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Iris 'Sharp Dressed Man'

Iris 'Sharp Dressed Man' boasts a luxuriant suit of velvety petals in the darkest shades of purple, with a splash of contrasting bright orange to finish the look! This fashion-conscious variety delivers a suave and stylish display in early summer. The ruffled blooms are borne upon sturdy, upright…  More Info

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Rhodochiton atrosanguineus

Dark purple, tubular petals growing out of cerise sepals, makes Rhodochiton atrosanguineus flowers highly unusual. This exotic looking plant, is a fantastic patio climber, or it can be grown in a hanging basket. Flowering from July onwards, the plant should be placed in a full sun position.'It…  More Info

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Clematis x aromatica

Prominent creamy stamens contrast beautifully with the slender violet- blue flowers of this graceful climber. Throughout summer the striking star shaped blooms exude a superb fragrance. This vigorous species will quickly cover walls and fences, and can be pruned to almost ground level each year,…  More Info

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Geranium pratense 'Plenum Violaceum'

Geranium pratense 'Plenum Violaceum' displays layers of bold violet petals creating full double blooms between June and September. They grow over finely trimmer foliage creating a beautiful show which is great for softening borders or pathways. The perfect bold edition to a cottage garden and easy…  More Info

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Lobelia Vedrariensis

A particularly tall variety, Lobelia x speciosa 'Vedrariensis' is ideal for adding vertical interest to damp borders, bog gardens and pondsides. Elegant spires of three-lipped, deep violet tubular blooms are produced from July to September, adding valuable late summer colour. This beautiful cardinal…  More Info

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Campanula portenschlagiana

A vigorous little ground-creeping campanula, creating carpets of violet-blue bells in summer which are delightful cascading down steps and over rockeries, squeezing into gaps between pavers or as groundcover. Even when it’s not in flower, Campanula portenschlagiana creates pleasing hummocks of…  More Info

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Airplant Caput Medusa

You can see how this intriguing variety got its name, with twisted and tangled leaves which resemble the wild snaky hair of Medusa. Tillandsia caput-medusae (which translates to Medusa?s Head air plant) makes a fascinating house plant, not only for its foliage but also for its bright pink flower…  More Info

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Dahlia 'AC Dark Horse'

Marvel at the enormous dinner-plate blooms of Dahlia 'AC Dark Horse'! This show-stopping semi-cactus variety delivers a bold explosion of colour that lasts well into late summer, when many other plants are running out of steam. The cerise pink blooms are tipped with white creating an eye-catching…  More Info

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Acanthus mollis

…mollis is a robust and fully hardy garden perennial. This popular species features large, jagged green foliage and produces magnificent, tall racemes of white flowers with mauve bracts from May to August. A fantastic addition to a large perennial border, Acanthus mollis is also happy in areas…  More Info

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Hemerocallis 'Tropical Surprise'

…grow. Fragrant, apricot flowers with deep purple centres and rippled margins will bloom from midsummer until autumn on compact plants with arching, strap-like leaves which form a neat clump. Hemerocallis are long-lived and reliable hardy perennials which are easy to grow, tolerating even difficult…  More Info

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Agapanthus Duo

…maintenance, clump forming perennials are reliable and trouble free, getting bigger and better each year. Height and spread: 60cm (24). Agapanthus Duo comprises: * Agapanthus ?Fireworks? - Exotic-looking, two-tone flowers that won't fade in colour.* Agapanthus 'Poppin' Purple' - An elegant display…  More Info

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Pinks 'Gran's Favourite'

This modern variety of the old-fashioned cottage garden favourite produces a succession of clove-scented blooms all summer long.Forming neat cushions of slender grey green foliage, Pinks are attractive and quick to establish. They also make excellent cut flowers - just perfect for posies and vases.…  More Info

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Clematis florida 'Taiga'

Clematis ?Taiga? is a flamboyant climber which produces countless blooms right through summer against a background of rich green foliage. As well as being ideal for covering walls and fences, this unusual clematis is also suitable for growing in patio containers. You can also just plant it in a…  More Info

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Phlox paniculata 'Starfire'

…deep purple stems that beautifully offset the bright flowerheads and spear-shaped green leaves. This eye-catching border and wildlife plant provides valuable colour from midsummer to early autumn, just as many perennials are beginning to fade. A hardy and reliable cottage garden perennial, this…  More Info

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Salvia 'Blue Queen'

…until summer, Salvia ‘Blue Queen’ bears dense spikes of small, rich blue flowers with dark purple bracts held above neat rosettes of leaves. Salvias are invaluable border perennials with many appealing attributes. Successive flower spikes are produced below the first main spike making…  More Info

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Fuchsia 'Deluxe Giant Marbled' Collection

…The delightful half-hardy perennials provide a unique combination of marbled colours from June to October. When grown in sunlight or partial shade and watered regularly, these plants will soon grow into magnificent Fuchsias with flowers combining pink, red, white, purple and lilac in an unusual…  More Info

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Heuchera Saver Collection

…these well-loved perennials are treasured for their colourful leaves that remain semi-evergreen throughout the year. A display of nectar-rich flowers float upon on wiry stems from late spring through summer, attracting pollinating insects to the garden. Heuchera make useful perennials for softening…  More Info

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Tradescantia Charlotte

…with unusual 3-petalled flowers produced over a long period, nestled amongst long, sword-shaped evergreen leaves. These versatile clump-forming perennials are unfussy about soil and grow well in sun or in part shade. Tradescantia ‘Charlotte’ boasts particularly large violet-purple blooms…  More Info

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Penstemon 'Pensham Eleanor Young'

…boasts large, sumptuous blooms in a rich wine purple with white etching at the throat. Penstemons are valuable and versatile border staples that are a cottage garden favourite. Incredibly easy to grow and requiring little maintenance, these hardy perennials flower for an impressively long period and…  More Info

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Summer Spectacular Colour Collection

…Plant them in gaps among perennials or grow them together for a fantastic display in their own right. Supplied as bulbs. Collection comprises: The below amounts for each variety will be doubled if you buy the 200 bulb pack.* 25 x Brodiaea - Delicate displays of purple stars supported by slender…  More Info

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Blues Colour Collection

Comprising six reliable and versatile perennials and making use of both flowers and foliage, this beautifully harmonising collection of blue, purple and silver-themed plants will bring a calming and elegant feel to borders and containers. Blues Colour Collection contains jumbo plugs of the following…  More Info

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Penstemon smallii

…bronze over winter. In late spring and early summer, striking deep purple-bronze stems bear showy light purple blooms. Each has a white throat that is delicately patterned with darker purple. Native to woodland margins and rocky slopes, Small’s penstemon can cope with a semi-shaded position…  More Info

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Tulip 'Doubles Collection'

…colour in the garden right up until the first summer perennials spring into life. Tulip ‘Doubles Collection’ includes two strikingly unusual varieties – the enormous flowers of coppery ‘Callahan’ and the streaky purple ‘Dancing Passion’. Tulip ‘Doubles…  More Info

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Alcea rosea

…and pollinator-friendly blooms. These stately perennials are relatively short-lived but an easy to grow crowd-pleaser. Racemes of large, saucer-shaped flowers sway gently atop tall stems and embrace a wide colour range through pink, purple, red, white and yellow. A romantic flower that has…  More Info

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Iris germanica 'Rose de Perse'

…beards. Iris germanica is one of the earliest flowering perennials which provide sumptuous flowers in hot summer borders. Their blue-green, sword-like foliage also provides interest and good contrast with softer mounds of other perennials, long after the flowers have faded. Height: 90cm (35in).…  More Info

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Verbena bonariensis 'Royal Dreams'

…bonariensis is a well-loved perennial, prized for its glowing mauve-purple blooms. This new dwarf variety means that it?s no longer confined to the back of the border! Verbena bonariensis ?Royal Dreams? reaches just 60cm (24?) tall - perfect for mingling with summer perennials and shorter grasses as…  More Info

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Garden Ready Autumn Collection

…borders and containers, these easy-to-grow perennials will virtually look after themselves.Flowers: Feb-Apr.Height and spread: 20cm (8).* Wallflower ‘Sugar Rush’ – Dense, fragrant flower spikes in shades of cream, yellow, red and purple appear not only in the spring, but throughout…  More Info

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Hesperis matronalis

…large spikes of single, lilac and purple flowers are produced in the spring filling the air with their sweet and spicy evening fragrance. Sweet Rocket will also attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to your garden. Hardy Biennial - can be perennial in some soils. Culinary note: Some…  More Info

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Campanula glomerata 'Blue Crown'

Campanula glomerata ‘Blue Crown’ is a perfect perennial for the front of the border, especially in partly shaded spots. From May onwards, it produces domed clusters of intense blue-purple flowers which sit above a mound of neat foliage. The flowers of ‘Blue Crown’ have…  More Info

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