Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Little Spire’
Smaller and more compact, this smaller variety of Russian Sage is a wonderful plant with all its larger cousins hardiness, and drought and heat tolerance, without taking up so much border space. Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Little Spire’ has the advantage of looking great in containers as well as beds and borders, and enjoys a well drained
Philadelphus ‘Bouquet Blanc’
The scent of oranges in the garden means that it must be early summer! Philadelphus ‘Bouquet Blanc’ is better than any bunch of cut flowers – although cutting a sprig to include in a bouquet will fill your home with delectable perfume. This hardy, deciduous shrub is clothed in double and semi double, white flowers
Nandina domestica ‘Gulfstream’
Nandina domestica ‘Gulfstream’ is famous for its stunning colouring throughout the year. ‘Gulfstream’, or Heavenly Bamboo, as it is often known, begins the year showing off its pretty purple leaves. Before long, they turn green, as the shrub develops its groups of little, white flowers. As autumn approaches, Nandina domestica ‘Gulfstream’ produces its pretty berries.
Pachysandra terminalis
Japanese Spurge is the perfect groundcover shrub, and is also ideal for growing in areas between trees and shrubs to stop the spread of weeds. This mat-forming evergreen perennial has interesting rosettes of green-toothed, glossy leaves which cluster at the tips with short upright branches. Pachysandra terminalis produces erect spikes of small white flowers in
Parthenocissus quinquefolia ‘Engelmannii’
For an easy to grow climbing plant, that is perfect for covering unsightly walls and fences the Parthenocissus quinquefolia ‘Engelmannii’ is ideal. With its deep, dark green foliage which transforms into a mass of spectacular autumnal hues such as red, orange, and yellow during autumn. You will be able to enjoy an explosion of colour
Parthenocissus quinquefolia ‘Troki Red Wall’
Parthenocissus quinquefolia ‘Troki Red Wall’ is a fantastic deciduous climber, that produces brick-red colour in autumn, it is ideal for hiding those old fences or walls and is perfect for covering arbors, pergolas and other supports, with its quick growing feature. Fully hardy, and undemanding the Virginia Creeper has large, five-lobed leaves which are self-clinging
Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica ‘Wojtek’
Boost your healthy lifestyle by growing your own crop of ‘superfruit’ in the garden! Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica ‘Wojtek’ is an easy-to-grow deciduous shrub which has lightly scented creamy yellow flowers in early spring, followed by juicy blue berries in early summer. Full of goodness, the berries can be eaten fresh from the bush, baked
Lonicera nitida ‘Elegant’
Lonicera nitida ‘Elegant’ is a little more compact than the species, but can still be grown as a tall hedge or be used for creating topiary or low formal hedges. It is often used as an alternative to more traditional Yew or Box. The Shrubby Honeysuckle tolerates regular cutting and its small dark green leaves
Lonicera nitida
With its dense mass of tiny dark green leaves on long stems, Lonicera nitida is a popular choice for hedging. It is fast growing, evergreen, and tolerates regular cutting. It can be allowed to grow tall, or can be tightly clipped into topiary shapes or a formal low hedge, and can also be grown as
Microbiota decussata ‘Fuzzball’
Are you looking for an attractive low-growing, deciduous shrub for groundcover? Microbiota decussata ‘Fuzzball’, otherwise known as Siberian Cypress could be the answer to your prayers. The pretty green foliage turns bronze during the autumn and winter months. This low-maintenance shrub thrives in difficult areas, such as slopes or banks. Microbiota decussata ‘Fuzzball’ Siberian Cypress
Lonicera nitida ‘Maigrun’
Lonicera nitida ‘Maigrun’ will bring a striking splash of colour to your garden. With regular pruning, this densely-leaved Honeysuckle will make a lovely low hedge for any garden or outdoor area. In spring, Lonicera nitida ‘Maigrun’ is covered with delicate white flowers set against bright green foliage. In the autumn, purple-black berries take over. Fancy
Lonicera pileata
Avoid fatal box blight with our Box-Leaved Honeysuckle. These delightful evergreen plants are resistant to drought. They are fast-growing, hardy perennials.The leaves of the Box-leaved Honeysuckle are glossy and low-spreading, making them perfect for ground cover. This versatile shrub gives you colour all year round. Its spring flowers have a lush creamy appearance with protruding
Lonicera tatarica ‘Arnold Red’
Enjoy the colourful delights of Lonicera tatarica ‘Arnold Red’. In the early months of summer, each stem of this deciduous Honeysuckle displays a host of tubular crimson flowers. The juicy bright orange berries which follow are a magnet for local birdlife. Lonicera tatarica ‘Arnold Red’ grows to a height of around thirteen feet, making it
Lonicera tatarica ‘Hack’s Red’
There are few prettier sights along the back of a border than Lonicera tatarica ‘Hack’s Red’, a delightful easy-to-grow Honeysuckle. With its rich crimson-lavender flowers dotted along slender stems, set against rich green leaves, this gorgeous shrub is attractive to gardeners and birdlife alike. Lonicera tatarica ‘Hack’s Red’ is deciduous and grows so tall, it
Goji Berry ‘Big Lifeberry’
Did you know – Goji Berry ‘Big Lifeberry’ is among the world’s most nutritious ‘super-fruits’? Its berries are filled with vitamin C and antioxidants and taste great whether dried or fresh. This lovely shrub thrives in almost every kind of garden and almost every soil type. It even likes the salty air of coastal gardens.
Goji Berry ‘Sweet Lifeberry’
Did you know ? the increasingly popular Goji Berry ‘Sweet Lifeberry’ originated in China. Famous for its health-giving anti-oxidant properties, Goji Berries are also high in vitamin C and protein. Increasingly known as the bearer of one of the world’s foremost ‘super-fruits’, Lycium barbartum (Goji Berry ‘Sweet Lifeberry’) is easy an easy-to-grow versatile shrub that
Lonicera kamtschatica ‘Balalaika’
Honeyberries are easy to grow, and this compact variety, Lonicera kamtschatica ‘Balalaika’, is perfect for growing in a large container on the patio. High in antioxidants and vitamin C, Honeyberries are often described as a ‘superfruit’, so what could be better than to have a ready supply close at hand, ready to eat straight from
Lonicera kamtschatica ‘Myberry Bee’
Grown in a sunny spot in the garden, Lonicera kamtschatica ‘Myberry Bee’ will reward you with a supply of tasty sweet berries which you can eat straight from the bush or bake in a cake or pie or even make into jam. Honeyberries are considered a ‘superfruit’ and fetch a high price in the supermarket,
Lonicera kamtschatica ‘Dolce Vita’
Plant Lonicera kamtschatica ‘Dolce Vita’ in your garden and look forward to a long and healthy life! The attractive blue fruits of this deciduous shrub are packed full of antioxidants and Vitamin C, so having a ready supply at your fingertips must be good for you and your family. Baked in pies or cakes, made
Lonicera kamtschatica ‘Kalinka”
Grow your own Honeyberries and have a ready supply of these sweet and juicy blue fruits. High in antioxidants and Vitamin C, the fruits of Lonicera kamtschatica ‘Kalinka’ are not only delicious but so full of goodness that they are considered a ‘superfruit’. They can be baked in a pie or a cake, made into
