houseplants/houseplants shade tolerant

Begonia 'Merry Maker'

…which are fast becoming modern style icons. Featuring elegantly shaped foliage in a myriad of colours and patterns, 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…  More Info

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Diervilla 'Kodiak Red'

…that is valued for its bright spring and autumn foliage colour and is especially useful in partially shaded borders and difficult soils. It requires virtually no maintenance and is drought tolerant once established, adapting to almost any situation. Forms a bushy, mounding shrub covered in lance…  More Info

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Primula denticulata 'Red'

Holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit, Primula denticulata is an incredibly versatile little perennial. Tolerant of shade and poorly drained conditions, it is ideal for pondside or streamside planting and boggy areas. However, drumstick primrose is equally happy in containers or at the front of…  More Info

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Diervilla splendens 'Diva'

…‘Diva’ is a tough and reliable deciduous shrub that is especially useful in partially shaded borders and difficult soils. It requires virtually no maintenance and is drought tolerant once established, adapting to almost any situation. Diervilla 'Diva' spreads by suckers, quickly forming…  More Info

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Echium Amoenum Red Feathers

…structure and an unusual colour palette. Basal rosettes of bristly, dark green leaves bear stiff spires crowded with tubular flowers in an interesting shade of raspberry-red. With deadheading, the flowers re-bloom all summer until the first frosts and are highly attractive to friendly pollinators.…  More Info

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Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Carpet'

…covering of glossy, toothed leaves. In early summer, upright spikes of small white flowers emerge above the sea of green. Tolerant of any soil and thriving in partial to full shade, Japanese Spurge is fantastic for low maintenance gardens, underplanting of trees and shrubs and for covering steep…  More Info

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Viola hybrida 'Rose Shades'

A delightful bushy, compact and free flowering variety in delicious rose shades. Each bloom has an attractive yellow eye and darker whiskers, plus the added bonus of a sweet fragrance. Ideal for planting in spring or summer borders and containers. Height: 15-25cm (6-10in). Culinary note: Some parts…  More Info

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Begonia 'Bossa Nova Night Fever Papaya'

…hanging baskets, flower pouches and garden borders of an exotic or contemporary themed garden. It is tolerant of heavy down pours, or periods of little rain, making them a great low maintenance option. They can be planted in areas of full sun, or partial/dappled shade. Height and spread: 45cm (18).  More Info

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Zinnia elegans 'Queeny Mixed'

…outstanding mix deserves a prime position in the garden. The showy blooms of Zinnia ?Queeny Mixed? sit above tall, upright stems emerge in shades of cocoa brown before gradually fading to lime green, providing an amazing overall two-tone display. A real gem in the garden with a cut-and-come-again…  More Info

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Silk Tassel bush

…the glossy green leaves and as mid-winter approaches, masses of long, pendent catkins are elegantly displayed at the tips of the branches. Tolerant of dry shade and coastal conditions, grow Silk Tassel Bush in borders, as a stand-alone specimen, or trained as a wall shrub. Height: 3m (10'). Spread:…  More Info

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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Amethyst'

…low maintenance shrubs that require very little pruning and thrive in sun or light shade. They make excellent subjects for mixed borders and or woodland areas and established specimens are more drought tolerant than mophead types. Height: 2m (6.5ft). Spread: 1.8m (5.9ft). Useful links: How to grow…  More Info

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Ligustrum ovalifolium 'Green Diamond'

…Ligustrum ovalifolium ‘Green Diamond’ sports lustrous, bright green foliage. It is perfect for pollution tolerant hedging, growing successfully in sun or shade. Fragrant white flowers are produced in July and August followed by shiny black berries that are appreciated by the birds,…  More Info

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Viola 'Singing the Blues'

This mixture of four enchanting colours, in shades and contrasts of blue, are not just pretty but the most sensational breakthrough in Violas for a decade. They were specifically bred for containers, baskets and ground cover, possessing a unique trailing habit. Above all they are wonderfully…  More Info

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Erysimum 'Constant Cheer'

…changes as it matures, morphing through shades of orange/red, mauve, pink and purple so that at any one time this bushy, semi-evergreen plant is smothered in a kaleidoscope of multicoloured blooms. No wonder bees and butterflies adore it! Fast-growing, tolerant of drought and poor soils, this is a…  More Info

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Begonia 'Apricot Shades' Preplanted Basket/Pot

…interest. Your pre-planted pot will contain Begonia ?Apricot Shades Improved? which produces large, cascading, double blooms that will provide a fantastic display on your patio from July to October. You?ll be enjoying gorgeous flowers in shades of apricot and orange that reach 6-10cm (2.5-4?) in…  More Info

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Begonia 'Apricot Shades'

…apricot, yellow and orange flowers which cascade gently on trailing stems from June to October. With superb weather resistance, Begonia 'Apricot Shades' makes an excellent addition to hanging baskets, patio containers and window boxes, where it will light up even the shadiest areas all summer long.…  More Info

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Dahlia 'Sunset Shades' Collection

You'll never be short of cut flowers if you plant a bed of Dahlia 'Sunset Shades'! This spectacular colour mix of red, orange-pink and salmon will provide you with of material for summer bouquets. Fully double blooms, borne on sturdy upright stems, make a dramatic display when planted in large…  More Info

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Begonia 'Dark Eyes'

…which are fast becoming modern style icons. Featuring elegantly shaped foliage in a myriad of colours and patterns, 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…  More Info

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Amber Shades Basket

…sizzling orange and yellow shades against the deeper tones of red petunias to create a vivid but harmonious arrangement. All varieties have been selected for their excellent garden performance, forming fast-growing, compact mounds which are free flowering, drought tolerant and weather resistant.…  More Info

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Begonia 'Green Gecko'

…beauties which are fast becoming modern style icons. Featuring elegantly shaped foliage in a myriad of colours and patterns 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…  More Info

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Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold'

…months. With a naturally spreading habit this dwarf evergreen shrub is ideal for borders, groundcover, low hedging and patio containers. Tolerating drought, heavy clay soils, sun or shade it's no wonder this reliable Winter Creeper has been awarded an RHS AGM! Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 90cm (36).  More Info

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Wildflowers 'Woodland Shade Mix'

Nature in a box - fill your garden with thousands of flowers with our Woodland Shade Mix'. Easy to grow mixes of glorious wild flowers to enhance your garden and attact beneficial bees and insects. Simply open the box, scatter the seeds where you want them to grow, cover and wait for a spectacular…  More Info

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Dahlia 'Autumn Shades Mix'

Enjoy this sumptuous mix of autumnal shades balancing vibrant coral pinks against deep maroons. Contrasting flower shapes add interest, with the spiky silhouette of cactus dahlia set against the spherical heads of pompon varieties. Chosen for their free flowering nature and versatility, these…  More Info

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Californian Poppy 'Sun Shades'

Bright fiery orange and yellow blooms unfurl above a sea of ferny blue-green foliage for a bold summer display. These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. The papery flowers attract bees and hoverflies, and make excellent, if short-lived, cut…  More Info

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Greenhouse Disinfectant / Summer Cloud Greenhouse Shading

…good! This disinfectant is also suitable for garages, utility rooms and bird tables. Apply using a sprayer or cloth/mop. Summer Cloud Greenhouse Shading - Protect your plants from intense summer sun to reduce scorching, drying out and overheating. Applied to the outside of the greenhouse using a…  More Info

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Parthenocissus henryana

…autumn the foliage turns to radiant shades of red and orange, enhanced by attractive clusters of blue-black berries. This magnificent Chinese Virginia Creeper is less vigorous than other species, but will still require plenty of space. Tolerant of both sun and shade, it is particularly useful for…  More Info

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Vinca minor 'Illumination'

…and provides all-year-round interest. Grow Lesser Periwinkle as ground cover, on sunny steep banks or beneath trees and shrubs where it tolerates even heavy shade and brightens the darkest corner. It also makes a fantastic trailing plant for hanging baskets or containers. Height: 20cm (8) Spread:…  More Info

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Gazania 'Red Shades'

…half-hardy annual Treasure Flower, Gazania 'Red Shades' is certainly no shrinking violet. It has large, exotic daisy style flowers, that have deep ruby red petals, and orange centres. They are compact and robust, with good drought and coastal tolerance. Gazanias are suitable for both garden borders,…  More Info

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Ligustrum vulgare 'Straight Talk'

…accent in the garden landscape. Cold hardy, growing in sun or shade, pollution tolerant, drought tolerant and coping with a wide range of soils, this vigorous, fast-growing shrub will quickly provide dense screening and tolerates regular clipping. Fragrant white flowers are produced in July and…  More Info

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Begonia 'Nonstop Mocca Bright Orange'

…foliage. Begonia 'Nonstop Mocca Bright Orange' is great for summer floral displays in planters, hanging baskets and garden borders. They are tolerant of shade and heavy summer downpours. They have a long flowering season, that stretches all summer and well into autumn. Height and spread: 30cm (12).  More Info

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Primula denticulata 'White'

Holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit, Primula denticulata is an incredibly versatile little perennial. Tolerant of shade and poorly drained conditions, it is ideal for pondside or streamside planting and boggy areas. However, drumstick primrose is equally happy in containers or at the front of…  More Info

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Astelia 'Silver Shadow'

…in the border or plant it into a container as an architectural focal point. It works equally well in partial shade with ferns, or in a sunny Mediterranean scheme with drought tolerant plants. This half hardy perennial will grow outdoors all year in milder parts of the UK but will require protection…  More Info

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Nemesia 'Melody Collection'

A fabulous collection of new, winter-hardy Nemesia. Honey-scented, miniature snap-dragons in five dainty pastel shades smother dense, rounded mounds of tiny foliage. Nemesia ‘Melody Collection’ have the flower power and neat habit of flashier bedding like begonias but are endowed with a…  More Info

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Dryopteris filix-mas

…filix-mas or ‘Male Fern’ is a vigorous fern, native to the UK. It is particularly useful for being one of the few ferns that are tolerant of dry shade. Low maintenance and easy to grow, once well established it will adapt to challenging situations. The dying fronds turn copper in autumn…  More Info

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Penstemon 'Pensham Laura'

…continuing all the way to late autumn. Its flowers are white flushed with magenta, shading to a deep magenta at the tip of each bell, and the foliage is semi-evergreen. It likes sun or semi shade and is tolerant of dry spells once established. All the Pensham Penstemons are slug resistant. Height:…  More Info

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Fargesia rufa

…that mature to yellow-green. The stem sheaths and side branches develop attractive shades of copper. Shiny, evergreen foliage is light to dark green, depending on whether it is grown in bright light or shade. Unlike many other bamboos, Fargesia rufa is a clumping, non-invasive variety. Although…  More Info

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Blackberry 'Loch Maree'

…productive. Its thornless stems produce an excellent crop of super sweet, juicy berries. Tolerant of most site and soil conditions, 'Loch Maree' will even produce a reasonable crop if grown in semi shade. Our 1 year old plants are container grown rather than field grown to provide you with stronger,…  More Info

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Begonia semperflorens 'Sun Shade Mix' F2 Hybrid

Begonias are well known for their versatility, flourishing in sun or shade and brightening up even the most neglected corner of the garden. This F2 hybrid mix retains much of the vigour of its F1 parents so you can be sure of a great display. Begonia semperflorens 'Sunshade Mixed' is a colourful…  More Info

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Wellbeing Collection (House Plant)

…almost sword like ? another known name for it is Mother-In-Laws Tongue. It is 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…  More Info

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Scabiosa japonica 'Ritz Blue'

…producing pincushion flowers in a beautiful shade of soft lilac-blue. Flowering all summer and into autumn, this compact variety is ideal for containers, rockeries and border edges, thriving in a sunny, free-draining spot and showing good drought tolerance once established. Like most scabious, this…  More Info

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Ceratostigma 'Gentian Blue'

…blue flowers from August to October. As autumn progresses, the green summer foliage turns to vivid shades of burnt orange and red, bringing a welcome splash of colour to fading borders. Tolerant of a wide range of soils, this blue-flowered leadwort is a great low-maintenance perennial for covering…  More Info

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Calendula 'Art Shades'

An easy to grow annual, excellent for bedding and borders, Calendula 'Art Shades' has large, frilled blooms in unusual shades ranging through apricot, orange, primrose and cream. This lovely english marigold is long-flowering in many garden situations and also makes a good cut flower. Height 60cm…  More Info

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Calendula 'Art Shades' (Start-A-Garden™ Range)

An easy to grow annual excellent for bedding and borders. Large, frilled blooms in unusual shades ranging through apricot, orange, primrose and cream. Long-flowering in many garden situations and also makes a good cut flower. Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. The light peppery…  More Info

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Begonia 'Soli-Mutata'

…which are fast becoming modern style icons. Featuring elegantly shaped foliage in a myriad of colours and patterns, 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…  More Info

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Dryopteris lepidopoda

…is semi-evergreen, so it is excellent for all-season weed-supressing ground cover, colour and interest. In spring, the young fronds emerge in shades of pink, orange and yellow, before maturing to dark, glossy green. New, colourful fronds continue to emerge in succession through the season, extending…  More Info

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Sansevieria cylindrica 'Straight' Carnival Colour

…sculptural feature with contemporary looks. Sansevieria are known for their ability to remove toxins from the air so it's also a good choice for stuffy office environments. Tolerant of sun or shade, this versatile plant can be grown almost anywhere in your home.' Height: 1m (39). Spread: 60cm (24).  More Info

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Thunbergia alata 'Salmon Shades'

…known as Black Eyed Susan, this twining annual makes a popular and eye-catching summer climber. Thunbergia alata 'Salmon Shades' is a pretty colour mix with gentle terracotta shades of pink, orange, cream and apricot, each with a characteristic dark eye. This vigorous half-hardy annual is perfect…  More Info

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Calendula officinalis 'Art Shades Mixed' (Seeds)

An easy-to-grow annual for bedding and borders. Large frilly blooms in a mix of colours, from deep orange to cream, are long flowering and great for cutting. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 45cm (18). Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. The light peppery taste of the flowers can…  More Info

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Pelargonium 'Pinki Pinks'

…over the sides but won’t get leggy even in part shade. ‘Pinki Pinks’ works equally well on its own as a specimen plant or as a filler in a mixed container. Despite its delicate looks, this star performer is drought tolerant and wind resistant, making it a great choice for exposed…  More Info

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Nandina 'Summer Sunset'

…upright habit, with sprays of fine, pointed foliage that lend it an airy appearance. New leaves emerge dark red in spring, and transition to glowing shades of orange/red/purple before maturing to green. This evergreen shrub holds onto its previous growth, so the leaves display various colour stages…  More Info

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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ice Crystal'

…low-maintenance shrubs that require very little pruning and thrive in sun or light shade. They make excellent subjects for mixed borders or woodland areas and established specimens are more drought tolerant than Hydrangea macrophylla. Height and spread: 1-1.2m (39-47in). Useful links: How to…  More Info

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Sarcococca saligna

…willow-like leaves that are up to 14cm long. A slow-growing, suckering, evergreen shrub, it makes a good choice for shady areas, and will even tolerate dense shade providing the soil is not too dry. In late winter, it bears small, greenish-white, spidery flowers that have a spicy, vanilla fragrance…  More Info

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Penstemon 'Pensham Just Jayne'

…to give colour in the garden for an amazing five months of the year. What?s more, the foliage is semi-evergreen so it plays its part even in winter. Penstemon ?Pensham Just Jayne? will thrive in sun or shade and once established it can even tolerate drought. Height: 90cm (36). Spread: 45cm (18).  More Info

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Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Apricot Shades Improved' F1 Hybrid

…apricot, yellow and orange flowers which cascade gently on trailing stems from June to October. With superb weather resistance, Begonia 'Apricot Shades' Improved makes an excellent addition to hanging baskets, patio containers and window boxes, where it will light up even the shadiest areas all…  More Info

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Hypericum 'Gemo'

…variety with a bushy habit and narrow semi-evergreen foliage. Commonly known as St. John's Wort, this dependable shrub will tolerate most growing conditions, including shade and poor, dry soils. Low maintenance and easy to grow, Hypericum 'Gemo' makes an excellent choice for mixed borders. Height…  More Info

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Tulip 'Sunset Shades'

Create a spring display of tulips that, when planted en-masse, will look like a gorgeous fiery sunset. Shades that range from deep, dark red, through to light, creamy-yellow, mix together to form a stunning display! Don?t forget that you can also plant these in patio containers ans also cut some and…  More Info

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Osteospermum 'Akila Sunset Shades Mix'

…sunset shades of these African Daisies are perfectly on trend, radiating warm sunshine without being at all garish. Osteospermum 'Akila Sunset Shade Mix' contains a harmonious mix of gold, rose, dark red, salmon, apricot and orange. Readily branching, Osteospermum 'Akila Sunset Shades Mix' requires…  More Info

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Begonia iconia 'Citrus Shades Collection'

With vibrant, zesty shades set against dark foliage, Begonia ‘Iconia Citrus Shades Collection’ are sure to catch the eye. From subtle pastel-pinks, to juicy apricots and fiery oranges, their neat mounds of dark foliage form a perfect backdrop to the big, shiny flowers. The domes of…  More Info

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Primula denticulata 'Lilac'

Holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit, Primula denticulata is an incredibly versatile little perennial. Tolerant of shade and poorly drained conditions, it is ideal for pondside or streamside planting and boggy areas. However, drumstick primrose is equally happy in containers or at the front of…  More Info

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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snowflake'

…flower slowly fades from white to gain a pink tinge, the large leaves also change to take on spectacular shades of bronze and purple before they finally drop. An easy to keep, shade tolerant shrub that is well worth considering for a variety of places in your garden. Height: 250cm (98). Spread:…  More Info

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