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Blues Colour Collection

…insects. Provided it is watered until established, this attractive dead nettle is a great plant for tricky spots in dry shade. Its ideal conditions are moist but well-drained soil in partial or deep shade. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 60cm (24). Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible.…  More Info

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Achillea millefolium 'Summer Berries'

shades of pink, red and orange will create a colourful tapestry in in your herbaceous borders. This hardy and low maintenance perennial is surprisingly tough and reliable. Its upright stems are cloaked in feathery foliage and topped with flattened panicles of tiny nectar rich blooms which are loved  More Info

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Virginia Stock 'Mixed'

…Stock, this colourful mix is a lovely blend of Malcolmia maritima seeds in lilac, pink and white shades. This hardy annual boasts a fabulous, rich perfume and makes a great planting partner for Night Scented stocks (Matthiola incana). These bushy little plants offer excellent value in the garden,…  More Info

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Acer palmatum

…some shade and shelter from strong winds, acers grow well in woodland gardens and make lovely specimen trees. Height and spread: Up to 3m (9.84?). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered…  More Info

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Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cascade'

…in sun or shade, in most soil conditions. The seeds are also loved by birds and you may find self-sown seedlings turn up elsewhere in your garden. Height:3m (10'). Spread: 2.5m (8'). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height…  More Info

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House Plants Hanging Mixed

…will alter according to season and availability. Listed below are some of the plants which could be included: Aeschynanthus marmoratus (Lipstick plant) - trailing stems of glossy, spear-shaped leaves in mottled shades of bright and dark green, with reddish purple undersides. Clusters of tubular…  More Info

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Foxglove 'Apricot'

…with the coarse green foliage and will attract pollinating insects to your garden and as it thrives in dappled shade it will be perfect for spaces in the garden where sun loving plants would sulk. Although as a species Digitalis are short lived they'll seed themselves around the garden to increase…  More Info

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Dryopteris erythrosora var. koidzumiana

…to glowing shades of pink, gold and copper before maturing to green. This graceful fern forms clumps of triangulate, glossy fronds that are slenderer and more regular than the species. Dryopteris erythrosora var. koidzumiana is easy to grow in evenly moist soils. It makes a lovely addition to…  More Info

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Chionodoxa Mixed

…and will happily naturalise in lawns, rockeries, or in the dappled shade beneath trees and shrubs. In time, Chiondoxa ?Mixed? will multiply to form carpets of starry blooms that will increase in size and intensity. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 8cm (3). Useful links: How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers  More Info

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Jasminum x polyanthum 'Starry Starry Summer Night'

…Night' makes a lovely climber for a sheltered, sunny position. Perfect for enclosing a seating area where you can enjoy its exquisite fragrance on a warm summers evening. Height and spread: 300cm (118). Grow Jasmine plants on in warm frost free conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. After…  More Info

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Weigela 'Florida Variegata'

…or part shade, needing very little maintenance. May and June sees this deciduous, hardy shrub covered with dainty pink blooms which are loved by pollinating insects. Perfect for mixed borders where it will form a rounded, spreading shrub at maturity. Height and spread: 2.5m (8'). Plant height and…  More Info

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Lamium maculatum 'Pink Pewter'

…with salmon pink flowers that pollinating insects will love. Due to the vigorous nature of its spread Lamium maculatum 'Pink Pewter' is the perfect choice for woodland and wildlife gardens, rockeries and borders where shade may be an issue for other plants. Height: 10cm (8). Spread: 60cm (24).  More Info

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Arachniodes aristata 'Variegata'

…associating well with other shade-loving perennials such as hostas and Carex ‘Ice Dance’. Hardy in sheltered, well-drained sites in mild parts of the UK, it may benefit from a thick mulch in cold areas. It also makes a lovely container plant for indoors. Height and spread: 30cm (12in).  More Info

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Ageratum houstonianum 'Timeless Mixed'

…Ageratum houstonianum 'Timeless Mixed' is ideal for filling gaps in borders, adding height and texture to informal planting schemes. A lovely addition to cottage gardens and wildlife borders. Plant it with Bupleurum for a particularly eye catching combination. Height: 50cm (20). Spread: 30cm (12).  More Info

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Fatsia japonica

…in gaps in the borders, or planted in a pot on the patio. Globular white flowers formed in summer are popular with pollinating insects, and followed by black seedpods by autumn. An RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, Fatsia Japonica is happy in sun or shade, and loves fertile and moist, well-drained…  More Info

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Foxglove 'Dalmatian Mixed'

shade, flowering between May and July. These beautiful digitalis attract pollinating insects to the garden and also make delightful cut flowers. Height: 50cm (20?). Spread: 40cm (16?). Premium perennials are large plug tray plants, roughly the same size as garden ready plants like a potted plant  More Info

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Calendula officinalis 'Calexis Orange'

…long. These stocky, well branched Calendula 'Calexis Orange' are a fantastic example, producing multiple showy cactus-like flowers per plant in a cheery shade or orange with an eye catching rusty orange centre. Low maintenance and unfussy, they're the perfect choice for virtually any sunny spot.…  More Info

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Hydrangea paniculata 'Hercules'

…to bright shades of orange and gold, adding a final splash of colour to fading borders. Hydrangea paniculata 'Hercules' is a hardy, deciduous shrub which copes well in those challenging north facing positions. A lovely choice for a woodland garden! Height and spread: 200cm (79). Plant height and…  More Info

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Hosta 'Giant Leaved Mix'

…dense, clump forming habit, these hardy perennials will spread to create superb ground cover for those challenging shaded areas of the garden. Ideal for the front of borders or planting into patio containers. They bring a calming, leafy feel to courtyard gardens, softening the edges of paved areas.…  More Info

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Arabis caucasica 'Rosea'

…weeks, blooming in a range of delicate pink shades. The nectar-rich blooms are loved by bees and other pollinating insects, making this a useful addition to wildlife areas. Arabis is tough and reliable, thriving in poor, dry soils where other plants would struggle. Height:15cm (6”).…  More Info

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Campanula medium 'Rose'

A lovely selection of the ever-popular 'Canterbury Bells' in a pretty shade of clear pink. In early summer, this cottage garden classic bears upright racemes of pink bells which, with regular dead-heading, will keep going for weeks. Once planted, plants will gently seed about, usefully popping up to…  More Info

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Bergenia cordifolia 'Bressingham White'

…perennial for those difficult spots in dry shade, Bergenia provides useful evergreen ground cover, spring flowers and a feast of nectar for early pollinators. This low maintenance and adaptable plant spreads by rhizomes, colonising areas in sun or shade on any soil type. Large rounded, leathery…  More Info

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Dicentra spectablis 'Valentine'

…surprise that this graceful plant is known as Bleeding Heart. In April and May each year, the flowers of Dicentra spectabilis ?Valentine? hang in rows from arching red stems above finely cut leaves. Given moist and fertile soil and dappled shade, this lovely plant will reward you with a stunningly…  More Info

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Wellbeing Collection (House Plant)

…quite tolerant so it can be placed in an entrance hall where it may face cold draughts. Be sure it can get some sun and some shade throughout the day. An aloe vera plant is popular for its medicinal qualities. The sap inside its thick fleshy foliage has cooling qualities which is commonly used for…  More Info

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Lobelia siphilitica Alba

loving Lobelia siphilitica f. albiflora 'Alba' is a handsome, statuesque plant that grows happily in sun or semi shade. This tall perennial makes a lovely addition to moist borders and bog gardens, or planted in the shallowest margins of ponds. Height: 120cm (47). Spread: 30cm (12). Planting depth:…  More Info

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Snowdrops in the Green

…winter days! These understated beauties love to nestle in dappled shade at the base of trees, or for a particularly bold impact, try naturalising them in large informal areas of grass. Snowdrops in the green are ideal for spring planting. For autumn planting choose Snowdrop bulbs. Height: 10cm (4).…  More Info

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English Bluebells

…glossy green foliage. These native beauties love to nestle in dappled shade at the base of trees, or for a particularly bold impact, try naturalising them in large informal areas of grass. Bluebell bulbs are ideal for autumn planting. For spring planting choose bluebells in the green. Height: 30 cm…  More Info

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Geranium 'Grandeur® Ivy Velvet'

…'Grandeur® Ivy Velvet' adds a lovely soft feel to planting schemes. It's velvety petals are accompanied by dark green foliage to create a fitting backdrop for its flattened clusters of bloom in a gentle shade of wine red. These vigorous, trailing plants are perfect for filling patio…  More Info

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Grape 'Cardinal'

…large lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Mid-early Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best…  More Info

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Grape 'Chasselas Ros''

…their large lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Late Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best…  More Info

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Grape 'Venus'

…their large lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Early Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best…  More Info

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Grape 'Beta'

…large lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Mid-season Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best…  More Info

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Grape 'Himrod'

…their large lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Early Height of cordon-trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon-trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best…  More Info

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Grape 'Mika'

…lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Early (beginning of September). Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated…  More Info

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Grape 'Romeo'

…lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Late September to late October Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated…  More Info

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Grape 'Supaga'

…their large lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Early Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best…  More Info

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Grape 'Zilga'

…their large lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Early Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best…  More Info

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Petunia 'Lavender Blush'

Petunia ‘Lavender Blush’ comes in a lovely soft pastel shade that harmonises beautifully with other cool colour schemes. The lavender-purple flowers are adorned with white edges and a contrasting deep purple centre. ‘Lavender Blush’ is equally charming on its own or combined…  More Info

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Achillea millefolium 'Lilac Beauty'

…perennial which is well loved by pollinating insects and makes a lovely, informal cut flower too. Height: 80cm (31in). Spread: 60cm (24in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary…  More Info

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Dahlia 'Cornel Duo'

This lovely collection, Dahlia ?Cornel Duo? are must have plants for a bold tropical feeling hot border. They would be a welcome addition to any Dahlia border or as focal point planting adding a splash of colour. Height: 90cm (36). Spread: 45cm (18). Dahlia ?Cornel? Duo comprises: * Dahlia 'Cornel…  More Info

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Lobelia siphilitica Blue

…siphilitica is a handsome, statuesque plant that grows happily in sun or semi shade. This tall perennial makes a lovely addition to moist borders and bog gardens, or planted in the shallowest margins of ponds. Height: 120cm (47). Spread: 30cm (12). Planting depth: Zones 1 & 2 to 5cm (2) below water…  More Info

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Fuchsia 'Deluxe Giant Marbled' Collection

plants suitable for containers and hanging baskets. They also look effective trailing over walls and in rockeries. 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  More Info

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Grape 'Bianca'

…lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Approximately mid-October Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time…  More Info

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Grape 'Golden Champion'

…lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Approximately early-October Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated…  More Info

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Grape 'Sukribe'

…their large lobed leaves providing shade and privacy as well as lovely autumn colour. Season: Early Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best…  More Info

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Polyanthus 'Firecracker'

…vibrant, hardy perennial brings a lovely contemporary twist to a cottage garden favourite. Perfect in beds, borders, container and window boxes for a long lasting display. Height and spread: 23cm (9). Garden Ready Plants - If you?ve fallen behind with your planting or if greenhouse space is limited,…  More Info

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Dryopteris sieboldii

…Looks lovely with the delicately veined leaves of Epimedium or the spotted foliage of Pulmonaria. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height and spread: 50cm (20in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant  More Info

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Meconopsis 'Union Jack' Collection

…of these wonderful perennial poppy plants for you for a striking display in your summer border: Meconopsis napaulensis will bring the deep red hues to your display, sitting atop tall stems and flowering from late spring through to early summer. This unusual shade on a Himalayan poppy is well worth…  More Info

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Narcissus 'Cornish Rosemoor Gold'

…bright shade of citrus yellow from the tips of its petals to the crimped edges of its trumpets! What could be cheerier on a sunny spring day? This Jonquilla daffodil boasts a lovely fragrance and multiple blooms per stem. It?s no surprise then, that it also makes a fabulous cut flower. Plant it in…  More Info

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Pansy 'Frizzle Sizzle Fire Mixed'

…Fire' bears gently scented blooms with ruffled edges and lovely dark faces at the centre of each flower. Sumptuous shades of blackcurrant and gold will brighten the darkest days of winter and spring. These well-branched, compact plants are perfect for filling beds, borders, baskets, containers…  More Info

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Begonia 'Green Gecko'

…they make beautiful, shade tolerant houseplants. They look fabulous with any style of decor and are surprisingly easy to grow. In summer, they can be grown outside as patio feature plants. Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height…  More Info

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Cotoneaster adpressus 'Little Gem'

…impractical to manage with planting that needs more attention. It's not just green foliage as Cotoneaster brings 3 points of interest through the seasons, there are small white flowers in the summer followed by red berries that birds love and then the foliage bows out in shades of red and purple in…  More Info

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Blechnum penna-marina

…fronds that emerge in shades of pink, bronze and red before maturing to fresh green. Lovely paired with the young bronze foliage of Epimedium 'Frohnleiten'. This useful plant will even tolerate full shade. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height and spread: 30cm (12in). Plant height and spread is seasonal…  More Info

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Tellima grandiflora

…age. It?s an understated plant, but one which provides a lovely light and airy companion to hostas and ferns, creating a delightful woodland ambience. It can also be grown in sunny spots, provided the soil remains reliably moist. Height: 100cm (40) Spread: 50cm (20?). Plant height and spread is…  More Info

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Rose 'Phyllis Bide' (Rambling)

…Tolerant of both poor soil and partial shade it can even be grown on a north-facing wall. Height: 4.5m (15ft). Spread: 2m (6.5ft). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on…  More Info

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Lily 'Freckled Joy'

…acid-loving oriental lilies. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread 25cm (10”). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication…  More Info

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Erysimum 'Trio'

…and mauve blooms* Erysimum ‘Constant Cheer’ - Shades of orange/red, mauve, pink and purple Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival…  More Info

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Sweet Pea Duo

…Sweet Pea 'Three Times As Sweet' with shades of blue, burgundy and white create a beautiful marbled effect, with each bloom painted slightly differently from its neighbour. Supplied as deep-rooted plugs with an average of 5 sweet pea plants per plug. Pinched and ready for planting straight out.  More Info

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Camellia sasanqua 'Strawberry Swirl'

…it appreciates a sheltered position with shade from the early morning sun. Maximum height and spread: 4m (13ft). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season,…  More Info

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Quince 'Vranja' (patio)

…tree has beautiful rounded silver leaves and pretty green-pink flowers in spring. followed by large, fragrant, pear shaped fruits that ripen to a lovely shade of yellow. The fruits can be harvested from October. Freshly picked quinces are bitter and inedible, but soften when cooked to make excellent…  More Info

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