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Astrantia major Rubra

admin — Thu, 09 Oct 2014 10:31:58 +0000

A powerful performer Astrantia major Rubra produces erect stems carrying large amounts of deep crimson-purple flowers. The flowers are light and delicate but due to their numbers produce a stunning display. A wonderful choice for a mixed border.

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Miscanthus sinensis Zebrinus

admin — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 13:58:34 +0000

Miscanthus sinensis Zebrinus is a tall erect growing grass with beautiful arching leaves. It is noted for its laterally stripped variegation which sees cream bands traversing green leaves.

This tuft forming plant will grow to 1.5-1.75m in height and will form a clump up to 0.75m across. It is noted for its erect pinky red flowers carried on tall erect stems above the foliage which later turn a silvery white as autumn progresses. This is a very typically architectural plant and is at its best when planted in drifts and groups. An outstanding selection.

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Penstomen Purple Bedder

admin — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 16:16:42 +0000

A perennial grown for its spectacular flowers. Purple Bedder has masses of dark purple bell shaped flowers carried on erect stems throughout the summer. It is very easy to grow, free from pests and diseases and will flower repeatedly when the tired flowers are pruned back.
PLant en masse within a mixed border for a consistent flowerer.

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Kniphofia Royal Castle

admin — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 16:10:47 +0000

Kniphofia Royal Castle or Red Hot Poker is a perennial chosen for its stunning large flowers borne on erect stems up to 1m in height. Its flowers will tower over many smaller perennials and shrubs, making it an excellent plant for adding height and interest to a border. When planted in large groups its floral displays are stunning.
It is suited to a wide range of soils and is a prolific flowerer. Flowers can range in color from brilliant red to a softer yellow color.

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Lavandula Angustifolia

admin — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 15:41:41 +0000

The plant responsible for a gardening revolution, Lavender is easily the most popular garden plant of the past two centuries. Its lilac coloured flowers perform consistently from June right throughout the summer and when planted in full sun, it gives the best flowering display of any plant in the garden.
It can be used on its own for a splash of colour or planted en-masse for stunning visual effect. This plant is an excellent choice for a low informal hedge or bed edger.
For those with an environmental approach to gardening, this will attract butterflies and bees in their droves.

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Astilbe Deutschland

admin — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 15:31:38 +0000

A wonderful white flowering Astilbe, this selection is stunning when planted en masse or equally on its own in a mixed border. Flowering from June onwards, its soft textured flowers rise up from surrounding plants on erect spikes. Suited to damp ground as well as sunny drier ground, it is one of the most popular and best performing perennials available on the market.

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Hosta “Wide Brim”

admin — Thu, 19 Jun 2014 10:04:49 +0000

One of the most valuable and popular perennials in any garden.
Large green leaves with a creamy yellow border. Large funnel
shaped lavender flowers are carried on short stems from early
summer.
Choose this plant for your garden and be rewarded with vivid
displays of foliage and flowers.
Ideally suited to semi-shade where moist soil is available.
Plant in conjunction with ferns for best effect.

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