Category Archives: Perennial Borders
Achillea millefolium ‘Walther Funcke’
?Walther Funcke? is a showy Achillea, that flowers from July until October. It produces masses of yellow and red flowers, that smother a compact growing habit of fresh green foliage. A great addition to cottage, urban and wildlife themed gardens,
Achillea ‘Fanal’ (‘The Beacon’)
?Fanal? is a vibrant Achillea, that blooms from July until October. It generates bundles of coral-red coloured flowers, that sit neatly upon a bushy mound of grey-green foliage. Easy to incorporate into cottage gardens and borders, this striking perennial will
Achillea millefolium ‘Salmon Beauty’
?Salmon Beauty? is a classy Achillea, that flowers from July until October. It produces masses of cream and pastel pink coloured flowers, that smother a compact growing habit of fresh green foliage. A great addition to cottage, urban and wildlife
Achillea millefolium ‘Lilac Beauty’
?Lilac Beauty? is a striking Achillea, that flowers from July until October. It produces masses of bright purple flowers, that smother a compact growing habit of fresh green foliage. A great addition to cottage, urban and wildlife themed gardens, this
Gaillardia x grandiflora ‘Kobold’
An exceptionally long flowering hardy perennial, with flowers from June to September. Gaillaria x grandiflora ‘Kobold’ really stands out in the border too! When at their peak of flowering, these plants will be covered in flowers, so much so that
Alchemilla mollis ‘Robustica’
?Robustica? is a vibrant hardy perennial, that blooms from June until October. It produces an abundance of honey-scented plumes, that become cloaked in masses of zingy green, tiny flowers. They sit neatly upon a compact mound of fresh green foliage,
Hellebore ‘Breeder’s Mix’
These delightful doubles come in a wide colour range including yellows, greens, blacks, reds, apricots and many other shades, hellebores that are bred to perfection. Fascinating colours, patterns, flecks and ruffles are delightful during the cold months of winter and
Heuchera ‘Cherry Cola’
This award winning hardy perennial will provide a splash of colour all year round with its vibrant red foliage and matching summer blooms. Heuchera ‘Cherry Cola’ is a fairly compact variety that is perfect for containers and the front of
Polemonium ‘Heaven Scent’
?Heaven Scent? is a stunning Polemonium, that flowers from May until August. It generates an abundance of lilac, bell-shaped blooms that each feature golden anthers and an aromatic perfume. It produces stunning maroon-bronze coloured foliage, that later transforms to a
Hydrangea quercifolia ‘Ruby Slippers’
This oak-leaved hydrangea boasts attractive foliage, great autumn colour and eye-catching, long-lasting blooms in summer. Hydrangea quercifolia ‘Ruby Slippers’ produces especially large flowers, measuring up to 22cm, that change colour as they mature. They begin as large green-white panicles in
Anchusa Azurea ‘Loddon Royalist’
?Loddon Royalist? is a exciting Anchusa that flowers from June to September. It produces an abundance of rich blue blooms, that sit wonderfully upon airy stems and a neat mound of fresh green foliage. A fantastic addition to wildlife, cut
Heuchera ‘Wild Rose’
?Wild Rose? is a show-stopping Coral Flower, that blooms from June until September. It generates masses of large purple leaflets, that are instantly eye-catching and form in scallop-shapes. Wonderful for adding colour to dull corners, be sure to incorporate into
Helenium ‘Mardi Gras’
?Mardi Gras? is a exciting Sneezeweed, that flowers from July until October. It produces a profusion of vibrant yellow blooms, that later transform to a popping orange, each featuring a dramatic central chocolate cone. Much loved for its compact growing
Physostegia virginiana ‘Crystal Peak White’
?Crystal Peak White? is an ornamental perennial, that blooms from July until October. It generates an abundance of upright flower spikes, that are smothered in pure white blooms amongst full mounds of fresh green foliage. Ideal for creating drama, texture
Nepeta ‘Neptune’
Nepeta ‘Neptune’ looks great planted in clusters on a border or as a container companion plant. Above fragrant, mint-scented foliage, this sturdy perennial sends forth elegant spikes of purple-blue blooms. It blooms early with a dense, thick form. This beautiful
Knautia macedonica ‘Thunder and Lightning’
?Thunder and Lightning? is an exciting Knautia, that blooms from July until November. It generates bundles of spider shaped flowers, that are borne upon airy green stems and are a warm shade of maroon in colour. Each bloom contrasts superbly
Heuchera ‘Lime Marmalade’
?Lime Marmalade? is a stunning Coral Flower, that blooms from June until September. It generates masses of neon green foliage, that is instantly eye-catching and forms in crinkly curled leaflets. Wonderful for lifting dull corners, be sure to incorporate into
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
This fabulous hardy perennial generates clusters of purple flowers from August to November and is much loved for its colour changing foliage. As Spring ends, you will witness its leaflets turn to a shade of fresh green, later developing to
Caryopteris clandonensis ‘Dark Knight’
?Dark Knight? is a unique Bluebeard, that flowers from August until October. It generates an abundance of bright purple blooms, that are a magnet for pollinating insects and sit prettily above a neat mound of fresh green, aromatic foliage. Beautiful
Euphorbia characias ‘Black Pearl’
A unique plant which gives all year round interest! Euphorbia are fully hardy, and will tolerate dry, sunny borders and periods of drought. Plants are evergreen and architectural, and possibly offer the longest flowering period of any garden plant. The
Dahlia ‘Snow Cap’
Dahlia ?Snow Cap? delivers elegant creamy-white flowers from July to October, for 4 magical months of colour through summer and autumn. Put a spring into your borders and beds, watching their slender, sturdy stems provide a structural element to sunny
Hemerocallis ‘Peach Pudding’
Boasting large, scented, funnel-shaped blooms in an interesting mix of pale pink with deep maroon splodges and yellow-green throats, Hemerocallis ?Peach Pudding? is not to be missed! The Greek word ?Hemerocallis? translates as ?Beautiful for a Day?, but this hardworking