Unusual Plants

Streptocarpus 'Zoe'

Flowering from April to October, Streptocarpus 'Zoe' is an unusual combination of violet-blue lower lobes, pale violet upper petals and a creamy-white throat with a soft blush of orange. The multi-flowering blooms are held in a tight bunch on strong, upright stems above a neat rosette of dark green,…  More Info

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Lepismium bolivianum

Native to the Bolivian rainforest, where it grows on trees and rocks, Lepismium bolivianum is an intriguing spine-free trailing cactus. This unusual houseplant forms a cascade of flat, fleshy foliage that tumbles over the side of its hanging pot, and may bear pinkish white flowers. Forest cactus is…  More Info

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Hoya linearis

…houseplant for a bright kitchen, bathroom or high-ceilinged room. The cascading stems of slender leaves may tumble for a metre or more, making an unusual feature that creates a sense of calm. Given enough light, clusters of waxy, sweetly scented cream flowers may be produced. Height: 100cm (39in).…  More Info

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Oxalis triangularis (Green)

…triangularis (Green) is a truly stunning plant. Dainty, triangular leaves are held on fine stems like a flutter of green butterflies. In summer it produces sprays of white or pale pink trumpet-shaped flowers. An additional curiosity of this unusual species is that like butterflies closing their…  More Info

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Oxalis triangularis 'Mijke'

…more usual form. A prize plant for a cool room or conservatory, sporting dainty, triangular leaves held on fine stems like a flutter of purple butterflies. In summer it produces sprays of white or pale pink trumpet-shaped flowers. An additional curiosity of this unusual species is that like…  More Info

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Bonsai Ficus In Ceramic Saucer

…choices for beginner enthusiasts as they are among the easiest to look after. Over time the thick trunk twists into sculptural forms and sports unusual aerial roots whilst supporting a neat canopy of pleasingly glossy, rich green, pointed leaves. This beautiful, miniaturised tree grows out of a…  More Info

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Rudbeckia occidentalis 'Green Wizard'

…sepals that surround a large black cone. These curious blooms create an unusual, architectural display in borders and make a superb, long lasting cut flower. Despite its unusual looks, this hardy perennial is easy to grow, quickly forming a good sized plant. Height: 150cm (59). Spread: 60cm (24).  More Info

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Malva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin'

A magical back of border plant with many large, silky blooms in shades from rich purple, through mauve, to the highly unusual and elusive blues. Flowers summer. Height: 150-180cm (5-6ft). Flowers in first year.  More Info

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Easy Sleep Collection

…var. laurentii – Architectural plant with sword-like, mottled foliage adorned with bright gold edges. A virtually indestructible houseplant that is exceptionally adaptable so you will be able to place it anywhere in the bedroom. One of the best house plants for removing toxins from the air,…  More Info

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Saintpaulia 'Kostyas Fantasy'

…sparkles of colour to interior spaces. Height and spread: 15-30cm (6-12in). 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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Oxalis triangularis (Purple)

…pale pink trumpet-shaped flowers. An additional curiosity of this unusual species is that like butterflies closing their wings, the leaves fold down at night, reopening in response to higher light levels in the day. A prize plant for a cool room or conservatory which can be enjoyed in a shady spot…  More Info

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Nepenthes alata Mix Hanging Basket

A native of tropical rainforests, these wacky pitcher plants are a botanical curiosity which is bound to draw attention and make an unusual feature in their hanging planter. Also known by the name ‘monkey cups’, it was once thought that monkeys drunk water from their pitchers! The…  More Info

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Polemonium pauciflorum 'Sulphur Trumpets'

…looks, this unusual polemonium is fully hardy and makes a lovely addition to the front of borders or container displays. Though individual plants may not be particularly long-lived, it can be allowed to self-seed to form a self-sustaining colony. Height: 40cm (16in). Spread: 20cm (8in). Plant height…  More Info

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Foxglove 'Silver Cub'

This unusual foxglove produces silvery foliage coated in a layer of thick hair which feels soft to the touch like puppies' ears! Clear white blooms with delicate spotted centres decorate sturdy, mid-height flower stems on multi-branched plants from May to July. Flowering in its first year from a…  More Info

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Cosmos bipinnatus 'Cupcakes White'

…The unusual blooms of Cosmos 'Cupcakes White' float above fine, airy foliage, making this a real 'head-turner'. Initially marketed as part of our exclusive Cosmos ‘Cupcakes’ mix, this single colour variety was voted the 2016 RHS garden visitors' favourite! The tall, bushy plants are…  More Info

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Morning Glory 'Split Second Double'

…annual climbers for creating a screen of summer colour. The unusual blooms of Ipomoea ?Split Second Double? take the genus to another level. Tassled and fancy, this fabulous Morning Glory vine looks most unlike traditional Ipomoea plants you may be familiar with! Heart-shaped foliage and large peony…  More Info

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Spinach PV1390 'Red Veined'

…flavour and colour to the plate. Unusual red veining and red stems make this a stand out variety on the veg patch. Excellent as a baby leaf for salad use, when picked around 35 days from a spring sowing. The leaf veining becomes more pronounced as the plants mature into large leaves. Good downy…  More Info

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Clematis florida 'Taiga'

…for covering walls and fences, this unusual clematis is also suitable for growing in patio containers. You can also just plant it in a border and let it ramble through other plants in your display. Pruning group 3. Height 200cm (79). Spread 100cm (39) Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore…  More Info

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Saintpaulia 'Emerald Love'

Saintpaulia ‘Emerald Love’ is an unusually coloured African Violet with delicate green and cream flowers. African violets are the perfect flowering houseplants, blooming non-stop for many months in a wide range of jewel-like colours. Height: 20cm (8in). Spread: 20cm (8in).  More Info

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Acorus gramineus 'Ogon'

Acorus ?Ogon? is an unusual dwarf grass-like perennial, featuring narrow, bright yellow leaves, lightly striped with green. This semi evergreen plant enjoys a reliably moist, boggy soil and thrives when submerged in the shallow waters at the edge of ponds. The Japanese Rush will make an eye-catching…  More Info

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Cirsium 'Pink Blush'

…will you when the striking fluffy thistle blooms, unusual in white with their intriguing purple tips, appear throughout summer on tall stems above low growing rosettes of spiky-looking foliage. A relaxed, airy habit makes this cirsium a perfect plant for anyone looking to add a modern twist to their…  More Info

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Marigold 'Daisy Wheel Lemon'

Marigold 'Daisy Wheel Lemon' is superb new introduction from T&M, notable for the unusual shape of its single, frilly-edged blooms. The pale lemon flowers are borne on compact, bushy plants throughout the summer, standing out nicely against the dark green foliage. With regular deadheading, this…  More Info

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Cosmos bipinnatus 'Cupcakes'

…have been busy fixing the unusual trait across the colour mix, developing new shades and refining the habit of this uniquely shaped 'cupcake' cosmos. The result? An easy to grow, free-flowering three colour blend of single and semi-double blooms on tall bushy plants ideal for border designs and…  More Info

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Daffodil jonquilla 'Pipit'

An exquisite Jonquil Daffodil with particularly unusual colouring. Pale trumpets are surrounded by a halo of darker gold petals. These beauties are lightly scented too! Daffodil jonquilla 'Pipit' are ideal for dotting throughout rockeries of planting in large groups, at the front of borders. They…  More Info

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Streptocarpus 'Seren'

Streptocarpus 'Seren' is a unusually coloured variety with indigo veining and violet margins against a soft lemon background. The flowers are held on dainty stems above a neat rosette of dark green, wrinkled foliage. Streptocarpus are easy-care flowering houseplants. Keep them in bright, indirect…  More Info

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Strawberry Anablanca 'Snow White'

…and highly unusual fruit is like a strawberry in reverse, with snow white flesh (hence the name) and bright red pips. It has a mouthwatering flavour, similar to pineapple, and an intense fragrance which makes it perfect to eat fresh or even as part of a wonderful dessert. Planting in Autumn is…  More Info

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Hyacinth 'Gypsy Queen'

…puts Hyacinth 'Gypsy Queen' bang on trend, with the current ?must have colour? for your garden! Its unusual shade of apricot sets this variety apart, making it incredibly eye-catching when planted en masse in beds and borders. Team it with bright Tulips for eye-popping spring containers on the…  More Info

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Viola hybrida ?Bunny Ears?

An unusual little viola that will certainly cheer up anywhere from a rockery, container or even in a crack in a wall! These amusing yet pretty little Viola ?Bunny Ears? have unusual elongated top petals, which, as the name suggests, gives them the appearance of rabbit ears. When allowed to grow to…  More Info

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Chionanthus retusus

…makes an interesting and unusual specimen in warm, sheltered locations with well-drained soil. Height: 4m-6m (13 - 20ft). Spread: 3m (10ft). 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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Astrantia Florence

Astrantias have a delicate and stylish beauty with their unusual papery, ?pin cushion? flowers above handsome, palmate leaves. These moisture loving plants are perfect for shady or woodland conditions, mixed borders and cottage gardens. Astrantia major ?Florence? is distinguished by its lavender…  More Info

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Astrantia Star of Love

Astrantias have a delicate and stylish beauty with their unusual papery, ?pin cushion? flowers above handsome, palmate leaves. These moisture loving plants are perfect for shady or woodland conditions, mixed borders and cottage gardens. Astrantia ?Star of Love? 'is one of the deepest red' varieties,…  More Info

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Ficus binnendijkii 'Alii' braided stem in hydro pot

…Hydro Pot. These ingenious pots contain an inbuilt reservoir and a water meter to show when the plant needs watering. No need to worry again about when to water your plants, or waste money on plants that you have killed through incorrect watering! Suitable for home or office, this mess-free,…  More Info

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Gladiolus 'Green Star'

This striking variety has bold ruffled blooms in an unusual shade of lime green. Their stately stems and flamboyant blooms look striking in mixed borders. Gladiolus flowers are also excellent for cutting. Height: 90cm (36). Useful links: How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers Culinary information: The…  More Info

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Allium 'Red Mohican'

Tall and graceful, this unusual ornamental onion produces tight clusters of wine-red flowers with a unique crest on top. Flowering in mid-summer, Allium 'Red Mohican' looks superb dotted among ornamental grasses or woven through borders where the tight clusters of flowers perched on tall slender…  More Info

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Meconopsis baileyi 'Hensol Violet'

…shimmering flowers, with the merest hint of red, make a stunning addition planted in 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…  More Info

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Meconopsis baileyi 'Hensol Violet'

…shimmering flowers, with the merest hint of red, make a stunning addition planted in 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…  More Info

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Echium russicum

…leaving some flower spikes to seed will allow new plants to establish. Height: 90cm (35in). 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 delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning…  More Info

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Dracaena sanderiana 'Lucky Bamboo'

…‘stairs’ symbolising happiness, health and a long life. Traditionally given as a good luck gift, this unusual houseplant is a doddle to grow, making it perfect for beginners. Plants can be grown ‘hydroponically’ – without any compost. Simply fill the bowl with water and…  More Info

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Astrantia major 'Moulin Rouge'

…'Moulin Rouge' has unusual and striking, bee-friendly flowers, with wine red petals and pin cushion centres. The'flowers grow upon slender stems, swaying gently above loose clumps of glossy, deeply cut foliage.'Well suited to both cottage garden borders, and more modern planting schemes. The flowers…  More Info

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Hollyhock 'Antwerp Mixed'

…of colourful pastel shades. The Antwerp blend has attractive and unusual palmate foliage, and is also shown to have the best levels of resistance to the common Hollyhock problem of rust. Excellent for borders, especially planted in groups. Height: 150-180cm (5-6ft). Culinary note: try crystallising…  More Info

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Viola sororia 'Freckles'

Viola sororia ?Freckles? sports unusual violet-purple, speckled blooms during spring and summer. The eye-catching flowers are held above neat clumps of heart shaped, deep-green foliage. This charming violet will abundantly self-seed, its offspring will around the garden to provide welcome reminders…  More Info

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Tulip Elegant Mix

…tulips. Tulip ?Elegant Mix? is a slightly more unusual collection of the traditional tulips theat we see in gardens during the spring. The delicate shape yet bold colouring makes these really stand out in and border. Also perfect for planting in containers on the patio and for cutting for indoor…  More Info

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Tellmann's honeysuckle

This twining, deciduous Honeysuckle stands out from the crowd for its unusual colouring. Whorls of unscented, bright orange tubular flowers make a glamorous display from late spring to midsummer. Awarded an RHS AGM, Lonicera x tellmanniana is best grown in a sunny, south facing position. Ideal for…  More Info

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Thuja plicata 'Whipcord'

…most unusual braided appearance. Its evergreen foliage turns to gentle bronze shades over the winter months, bringing year-round interest and structure to the garden. ?Whipcord? is a distinctly different variety of Western Red Cedar, and provides an attractive talking point when planted in…  More Info

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Sedum 'Strawberries And Cream'

…an unusual colour combination for sedums with purple-tinted, toothed foliage and rounded heads of two-tone, rose and cream flowers in late summer. Height: 50cm (20”). Spread: 40cm (16”). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size.…  More Info

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Linaria maroccana 'Licilia Peach'

…charmer, bringing an unusual colour palette into the garden. Unlike the stockier, bedding snapdragons, this baby version has an airier habit, the dainty blooms held on long, slender stems on upright panicles. This allows them to blend effortlessly with other border plants as well as making…  More Info

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Begonia sizemoreae

An unusual species Begonia for the serious Begonia collector, Begonia sizemoreae was recently discovered growing on a lone mountain in Vietnam. Begonia sizemoreae has enormously tactile foliage, its corrugated surface is covered in soft hairs making this whiskery begonia soft to touch. The neat,…  More Info

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Azalea 'Pink Spider'

…some protection from the worst winter weather. Height and spread: 75cm (29in). 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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Dracocephalum rupestre

…for rockeries, slopes and dry borders. Height and Spread: 30cm (12”). 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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Campanula Pink Octopus

…perennial for the front of a sunny border. 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…  More Info

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Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron'

…an unusual and dramatic grass. The leaves are green at the base, with red tips that appear more intense as summer progresses into autumn, when they begin to shine like a jewel and light up the garden when it?s starting to look a little past its best. Height & Spread: 50cm (20?). Plant height…  More Info

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Lily 'Forever Susan'

An unusual and dramatic lily,´Forever Susan´ has striking bi-coloured blooms, 10cm across, composed of burgundy petals adorned with brilliant orange tips and edges. Blooming from early to mid-summer, it makes a bold statement in a patio container. Alternatively, plant it in the border as…  More Info

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Celery 'Blush' (Self blanching)

The unusual rose-tinged stems of this outstanding Celery ?Blush? not only adds a refreshing, crispy bite to your summer salads and side dishes, but they look pretty too. Plant this self-blanching variety in blocks for beautifully crunchy and flavoursome stems. Easy to grow, there?s no need to…  More Info

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Echium Amoenum Red Feathers

…looks wonderful alongside grasses and other Mediterranean plants. Height and Spread: 40cm (16”). 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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Chiastophyllum oppositifolium

…bees. Plants will quickly bulk up, providing plenty of material for division and spreading around the garden to other hidden spots! RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height: 20cm (8in). Spread: 60cm (24in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size.…  More Info

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Callistemon Trio

…other varieties. Ultimate height: 120cm (47in). Ultimate spread: 75cm (29in). 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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Amaranthus caudatus

…caudatus or Love Lies Bleeding is an unusual and eye-catching annual that will bring an exotic feel to any seasonal display. Countless tiny, densely packed rich crimson flowers form long tassels that drip from the branches. Admired by all who see it, this striking plant is perfect for adding height…  More Info

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Philadelphus 'Lemoinei'

A well known plant with a less well known variety of flower, Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' is a Mock Orange with slightly unusual charateristics; The lighter green leaves of this compact, hardy shrub are soon decorated in summer with open white blooms which give off a delightful, sweet scent. The centres…  More Info

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Sambucus nigra 'Golden Tower'

For a bright column of colour in your garden, look no further than Sambucus nigra 'Golden Tower'. This unusual variety will quickly grow straight up, without the usual branching out habit of other Elderberries, forming a tall and relatively narrow deciduous shrub. The Golden yellow leaves of 'Golden…  More Info

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Murdannia loriformis 'Bright Star'

Murdannia loriformis 'Bright Star' is an unusual but easy-to-grow houseplant boasting beautiful pointed, wavy-edged leaves that are pale greyish green with a dark green margin. Visible parallel veins running the length of the leaf add further interest, whilst the leaves are held in attractive…  More Info

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