Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Salix gracilistyla ‘Mount Aso’
Salix gracilistyla ‘Mount Aso’ is a recent introduction and it?s no surprise that this comes from a cut flower breeder! Exquisitely tactile, fluffy pink catkins fill the upright stems of this Japanese Pussy Willow in late winter ? the perfect addition to winter bouquets and flower arrangements.
Acer palmatum ‘Garnet’
A classic Japanese Maple with deep purple, finely cut foliage that has a delicate, lacy appearance. In spring, Acer palmatum ‘Garnet’ produces inconspicuous purple flowers that are followed by red, winged seeds in autumn.
Bonsai Carmona microphylla (House Plant)
The Fukien Tea Tree makes a most attractive Bonsai that it well suited to indoor conditions. Small, glossy leaves crown the trunk which becomes attractively gnarled with maturity. At any time throughout the year, a display of tiny white blooms may appear, followed by red berries which darken with age.
Bonsai Ligustrum (House Plant)
Ligustrum makes a superb choice for beginners, being reasonably easy to train into an attractive evergreen Bonsai. Better known as Privet, these hardy trees are undemanding and respond well to pruning. The small, dark green leaves form a dense crown above a broad trunk of smooth, grey bark.
Bonsai Zelkova (House Plant)
Zelkova or Japanese Elm as it is better known is a deciduous tree with a lovely upright habit. The bright green, pointed leaves have attractive toothed edges. This species is widely grown as a bonsai specimen, prized for its flaking bark and attractive arching crown.
Euphorbia characias ‘Glacier Blue’
Icy blue-green foliage makes this hardy Euphorbia a cool addition to the garden. Looks great on its own in a border or container but even better when planted in swathes. Height & spread 60cm (24)
Zamioculcas zamiifolia (House Plant)
This unusual looking plant has stiff, evergreen leaves with a lustrous, glossy sheen that stand erect from its fleshy rhizomatous stems. Zamioculcas zamiifolia is an adaptable house plant that seems to thrive on neglect. With very little effort, this distinctive looking plant creates a superb focal point.
Arum Lily (Pink) (House Plant)
These half hardy Arum Lilies, also known as Callas or Zantedeschia, make superb house plants. Glamorous spathes rise elegantly above the glossy, silver-flecked leaves. The exotic looking foliage remains attractive all year round, even when these plants are not in flower.
Arum Lily (White) (House Plant)
These half hardy Arum Lilies, also known as Callas or Zantedeschia, make superb house plants. Glamorous spathes rise elegantly above the glossy, silver-flecked leaves. The exotic looking foliage remains attractive all year round, even when these plants are not in flower.
Aquilegia ‘Magpie’
The striking black bonnets of Aquilegia ‘Magpie’ make a superb contrast with the white corolla. The exquisite blooms of this classic cottage garden perennial are carried on wiry stems, set above pretty ferny foliage. This hardy Columbine is perfect for en masse in borders and shady woodland edges, and makes an attractive cut flower for
Geranium Lucky Dip
This summers patio display could your best ever yet with our fabulous Geranium Lucky Dip! Pelargoniums are guaranteed show stoppers, performing whatever the weather. The vibrant blooms will cascade from baskets, window boxes and fill patio containers with colour.
Senecio ‘Himalaya’ (House Plant)
Himalayan Senecio is a real sun lover – perfect for a brightly lit windowsill! The narrow, fleshy leaves are an eye catching blue-green colour, forming a compact plant with a neat, upright habit. Senecio has earned itself a reputation for being particularly easy to grow.
Tradescantia zebrina (House Plant)
Tradescantia zebrina is a particularly eye-catching house plant. The trailing stems are covered with extraordinary silver-striped leaves, each with a shocking-pink underside. This cheery little plant will happily spill over the sides of its pot to create a cascade of colour.
Yucca elephantipes (House Plant)
Instantly recognisable for its thick woody stem and bold stags-head of stiff, green, sword-like foliage. Yucca elephantipes is a distinctive house plant with an upright habit, making it perfect for creating a bold display without taking up too much floor space.
Monstera deliciosa (House Plant)
Instantly recognisable for its lustrous, dark green, heart-shaped leaves with their characteristic splits. The holes appear as the leaves grow, creating a palm-like effect and giving it the common name of Swiss Cheese Plant. This climbing plant is best trained ion to a moss pole.
Phalaenopsis (House Plant)
Commonly known as the Moth Orchid, Phalaenopsis is one of the most popular indoor Orchids available. Large, showy blooms rise above the leathery foliage on slender, black stems. The blooms are irresistibly luxurious, bringing instant elegance to your home and lasting up to several months.
Phalaenopsis ‘Star White’ (House Plant)
An exquisite Moth Orchid that will bring instant elegance to your home. The pristine white blooms have buttery-yellow centres, contrasting beautifully with the slender, blackened stems. The luxurious flowers of Phalaenopsis ‘Star White’ can last for up to several months. With a little care they will appear year after year.
Philodendron selloum ‘Cum Laude’ (House Plant)
Native to the tropical climate of the Mexican Rainforests, Philodendron selloum ‘Cum Laude’ makes a excellent house plant. The glossy, dark green leaves have charming scalloped edges that give this plant an extremely elegant appearance.
Polyscias balfouriana (House Plant)
Polyscias balfouriana is an unusual houseplant that loves those tricky shaded positions, away from bright, sunny windows. This slow growing plant develops an upright tree-like appearance with a woody trunk and beautiful canopy of variegated, scallop-edged leaves.
Rose ‘Classic’ (Miniature) (House Plant)
Create your own Rose garden on your windowsill! Rose ‘Classic’ is free flowering and colourful, making a lovely disploy in summer. The showy double blooms and healthy, dark green foliage are perfect miniatures of its larger, outdoor cousins.
