Summer Plants

Bring fragrance, flavour and year-round foliage to your garden with this set of three Rosemary 'Blue Rain' plants. This popular evergreen herb produces a profusion of striking violet-blue flowers and wonderfully aromatic, needle-like leaves that are perfect for use in the kitchen. 'Blue Rain' is well regarded for its graceful, trailing growth habit, making it an excellent choice for herb gardens, borders, raised beds, containers and even cascading over walls or the edges of planters.

Each plant is supplied as a well-established 1 litre root-ball, ready to plant straight into your garden or outdoor containers. Rosemary 'Blue Rain' is a hardy, low-maintenance variety that thrives in a sunny, sheltered spot with free-draining soil. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires very little ongoing care, rewarding you with fresh sprigs for roasting, marinades and infusions throughout the year.

What's Included:

• 3 or 6 x Rosemary 'Blue Rain' plants, each supplied as a 1 litre root-ball

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Blue Rain' (syn. Rosmarinus officinalis 'Blue Rain')


• Common Names: Rosemary 'Blue Rain', Trailing Rosemary


• Classification: Hardy Evergreen Shrub / Herb


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 30–60 cm × 60–90 cm


• Growth Habit: Trailing to Semi-Prostrate Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect For: Herb Gardens, Borders, Raised Beds, Containers, Walls & Trailing Displays


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (often with a second flush in Autumn)


• Flower Colour: Violet-Blue


• Planting Position: Full Sun, Sheltered


• Soil Type: Well-Drained, Light or Sandy Soil; Tolerates Poor Soils


• Hardiness: RHS H4 – Hardy down to approximately -10°C


• Watering: Low Once Established; Drought-Tolerant


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Other Pollinators


• Foliage: Narrow, Aromatic, Evergreen Needle-Like Leaves


• Culinary Use: Leaves Ideal for Roasting, Marinades, Breads & Herbal Infusions

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil.


• Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils – add grit or sand to improve drainage if needed.


• Water regularly after planting until established; thereafter, water sparingly.


• Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a tidy shape and encourage fresh growth.


• Can be grown in containers using a free-draining, gritty compost mix.

Notes: This listing is for the 'Blue Rain' variety of rosemary, known for its trailing habit and abundant violet-blue blooms. Please note that plants are living products and may vary slightly in size and appearance from images shown.

Grape Vitis Attiki Black Grapevine Plant – 3 Litre

Grow your own delicious, seedless black grapes at home with this Vitis vinifera 'Attiki' grapevine. Attiki is a popular seedless grape variety originating from Greece, prized for its sweet, dark-skinned fruits that ripen reliably in the UK climate. This vigorous deciduous climber is self-fertile, meaning only one plant is needed to produce a generous crop. Ideal for training along south-facing walls, fences, pergolas, or growing in a large patio container.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot, this grapevine is garden ready and suitable for planting outdoors in a warm, sheltered spot. With proper pruning and care, Attiki will reward you with bunches of juicy, dark purple-black grapes from late summer into early autumn — perfect for fresh eating straight from the vine.

Key Features:

• Hardy outdoor grapevine, suitable for UK gardens


• Produces sweet, seedless black grapes


• Self-fertile — no pollination partner required


• Vigorous climber, ideal for walls, fences, pergolas and containers


• Supplied in a 3 litre pot, established and ready to plant


• Deciduous — attractive lobed foliage with autumn colour

Planting and Growing Tips:

Plant in a warm, sheltered position in full sun for the best fruit production. Attiki thrives in well-drained, fertile soil. When growing against a wall or fence, use a system of horizontal wires spaced approximately 30 cm apart for support. Prune annually in midwinter (December to January) while the vine is fully dormant, to avoid bleeding sap. Water regularly during the first growing season to help the plant establish, and feed with a high-potash fertiliser from spring through to fruiting.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Vitis vinifera 'Attiki'


• Common Names: Attiki Grape, Attika Black Grape, Seedless Black Grapevine


• Classification: Deciduous Climbing Vine


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 3–5 m × 1.5–3 m (dependent on training and pruning)


• Growth Habit: Vigorous Deciduous Climber


• Perfect for: South-Facing Walls, Fences, Pergolas, Arches, Large Containers, Kitchen Gardens


• Fruiting Time: Late Summer to Early Autumn


• Fruit Type: Sweet, Seedless, Dark Purple-Black Grapes


• Planting Position: Full Sun, Warm and Sheltered


• Soil: Well-Drained, Fertile


• Pollination: Self-Fertile


• Hardiness: Hardy (suitable for outdoor growing in the UK)


• Foliage: Large, Lobed Green Leaves with Yellow-Orange Autumn Colour


• Pruning: Midwinter (December–January) While Dormant

Notes: This listing is for the Attiki Black variety — a reliable seedless grape producing rich, dark-skinned fruits. Supplied as one established grapevine in a 3 litre pot.

Ceanothus 'Concha' is one of the most popular and reliable California Lilac varieties, prized for its spectacular display of deep blue flowers in late spring and early summer. This hardy evergreen shrub produces dense clusters of rich, dark blue blooms set against glossy, dark green foliage, creating a stunning focal point in any garden. When in full flower, the entire plant becomes alive with visiting bees and pollinators, making it a wonderful choice for wildlife-friendly planting schemes.

With its naturally dense, arching habit, Ceanothus 'Concha' is ideal for growing against a sunny, sheltered wall or fence, as a standalone specimen shrub, or as part of a mixed border. It thrives in well-drained soil and a warm, sunny position, and once established, it is both drought-tolerant and low-maintenance. This variety holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM), a mark of its outstanding garden performance.

What's Included:

• 1 x Ceanothus 'Concha' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Ceanothus 'Concha'


• Common Names: California Lilac, Ceanothus Concha


• Classification: Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 2–3 m × 2–3 m


• Growth Habit: Dense, Arching Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect for: Sunny Borders, Wall Training, Specimen Planting, Wildlife Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Deep Blue


• Planting Position: Full Sun, Sheltered


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Small, Glossy, Dark Green Leaves


• Hardiness: Hardy (RHS H4)


• RHS Award: Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a warm, sunny and sheltered position for the best flowering results.


• Ensure the soil is well-drained; Ceanothus does not tolerate waterlogged conditions.


• Water regularly after planting until well established; once settled, this shrub is drought-tolerant.


• Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape – avoid cutting into old wood.


• Avoid heavy pruning, as Ceanothus does not regenerate well from old wood.


• No regular feeding is required; overly rich soil can reduce flowering.

Notes: This listing is for the Concha variety of Ceanothus, known for its exceptionally deep blue flower colour and vigorous, reliable growth habit.

Compact, colourful Dianthus plants bred for reliable flowering, neat growth and long-lasting seasonal interest, perfect for borders, containers, rockeries and detailed garden displays.

Dianthus, commonly known as Garden Pinks, are cherished for their finely fringed blooms and tidy, cushion-forming habit. These floriferous, compact varieties produce masses of vibrant flowers from late spring through summer, in shades ranging from soft pinks and crisp whites to deep purples, scarlets and bicoloured picotees. Typically growing 20–25 cm tall and wide, they form dense, evergreen mounds of blue-green foliage that provide structure even when not in bloom—ideal for edging, containers and layered planting schemes.

Our plants are professionally grown in high-quality peat-free compost and freshly delivered directly from our UK nursery in Yorkshire, in plastic-free, giftable packaging. Supplied as large, well-established 2-litre / 17cm pot-grown plants, they offer a strong start with dense root systems, compact growth and healthy foliage, ready to establish quickly and produce abundant, fragrant blooms throughout the flowering season.

Cultural Information

• Botanical Name: Dianthus 
• Common Name: Garden Pink
• Plant Type: Hardy Perennial
• Plant Size: 2 Litre / 17cm Pots
• Mature Height: Approx. 20–25 cm
• Mature Spread: Approx. 20–25 cm
• Growth Habit: Compact, Cushion-Forming, Evergreen
• Flowering Period: Late Spring to Summer
• Planting Position: Full Sun
• Soil Type: Well-Drained Soil (prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditions)
• Watering: Water moderately; allow soil to dry slightly between watering to avoid overly wet conditions
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and flowering
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage repeat flowering and maintain a tidy appearance
• Hardiness: Hardy perennial – evergreen in mild conditions
• Best Uses: Borders, Rockeries, Containers, Edging, Cottage Gardens, Gravel Gardens

Oriental Papaver 'Waltzing Elisabeth' – Hardy Perennial Poppy Plant

Papaver orientale 'Waltzing Elisabeth' is a stunning Oriental Poppy that produces large, ruffled, semi-double flowers in soft salmon-pink tones with delicately crepe-textured petals. Each bloom opens from distinctive hairy buds and sits atop tall, wiry stems, creating an eye-catching display in late spring and early summer. As a fully hardy herbaceous perennial, this poppy will return year after year, establishing a stronger clump with each season.

Oriental Poppies are among the most spectacular of all garden perennials. After flowering, the foliage dies back naturally before re-emerging in autumn as a fresh rosette of deeply cut, bristly leaves. 'Waltzing Elisabeth' is valued for its elegant colour and generous flower size, making it a wonderful addition to cottage gardens, herbaceous borders, and mixed planting schemes.

What's Included:

• 1 x Papaver orientale 'Waltzing Elisabeth' supplied as a well-established plant in a 3 litre pot (19cm root ball)

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny position with well-drained soil – Oriental Poppies dislike waterlogged conditions


• Incorporate grit or organic matter into heavy soils to improve drainage


• Water well after planting and during prolonged dry spells while establishing


• Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering – fresh growth will appear in autumn


• Avoid disturbing established plants as they develop a deep taproot


• A mulch of well-rotted compost in autumn helps to protect the crown over winter

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Papaver orientale 'Waltzing Elisabeth'


• Common Names: Oriental Poppy, Papaver


• Classification: Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 60–80 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Cottage Gardens, Herbaceous Borders, Mixed Beds, Cut Flower Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Soft Salmon-Pink with Ruffled, Semi-Double Petals


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees, Pollinators & Beneficial Insects


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Foliage: Deeply Cut, Bristly Grey-Green Leaves (Dies Back After Flowering)

Notes: This listing is for the variety 'Waltzing Elisabeth', known for its elegant salmon-pink, ruffled blooms. As with all Oriental Poppies, the foliage will naturally die back after flowering – this is completely normal and fresh growth will return in autumn.

Oriental Papaver Paradiso – Hardy Perennial Poppy Plant

Bring bold, eye-catching colour to your garden with the Oriental Papaver 'Paradiso'. This striking hardy perennial poppy produces large, bowl-shaped blooms in a beautiful salmon-pink tone, each adorned with dramatic dark basal blotches at their centre. A classic cottage garden favourite, Oriental Poppies are renowned for their papery, delicate-looking flowers that belie the plant's tough, reliable nature.

Supplied as a well-established 3 litre root-ball, this plant is outdoor garden ready and can be planted straight into borders, beds or large containers. Once settled, Papaver orientale 'Paradiso' will return year after year, creating a dazzling display each flowering season.

What's Included:

• 1 x Oriental Papaver 'Paradiso' Hardy Perennial Poppy Plant


• Supplied as a 3 litre root-ball, outdoor garden ready

Planting and Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny, open position for the best flowering performance.


• Prefers well-drained soil – avoid waterlogged conditions, particularly over winter.


• Water regularly after planting until established; once settled, Oriental Poppies are relatively drought tolerant.


• Foliage may die back after flowering in summer – this is normal. Fresh growth typically reappears in autumn.


• Divide established clumps every few years in autumn to maintain vigour.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Papaver orientale 'Paradiso'


• Common Names: Oriental Poppy, Papaver


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 60–80 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flower Gardens, Mixed Perennial Beds


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Salmon-Pink with Dark Basal Blotches


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies and Other Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Foliage: Deeply Cut, Mid-Green Leaves


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy

Notes: Available in the Paradiso variety, known for its warm salmon-pink blooms. As a herbaceous perennial, the foliage will naturally die back after the flowering period before re-emerging the following season.

Nandina Gulf Stream – Compact Hardy Evergreen Garden Shrub

Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream' is a beautifully compact evergreen shrub, commonly known as Heavenly Bamboo. Prized for its striking, year-round foliage interest, the elegant lance-shaped leaves emerge with warm coppery-red tones in spring, mature to a rich blue-green through summer, and then transform into vivid shades of orange and fiery red during autumn and winter. This seasonal colour display makes Gulf Stream one of the most ornamental compact shrubs available for the UK garden.

With its neat, dense and bushy habit, Gulf Stream is an excellent choice for mixed borders, foundation planting, low informal hedging or container displays on patios and terraces. It requires minimal pruning to maintain its naturally tidy shape, making it a superb low-maintenance option for gardeners of all experience levels. Small panicles of delicate white flowers may appear in summer, adding subtle charm to the foliage display.

This plant is supplied in a 3 litre pot, well-established and ready for planting out or potting on.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream'


• Common Names: Heavenly Bamboo, Gulf Stream Nandina


• Classification: Compact Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 80–100 cm x 60–80 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Upright Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Containers, Foundation Planting, Low Hedging, Courtyard Gardens


• Flowering Time: Summer (small white flower panicles)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Most Soil Types


• Hardiness: RHS H5 – Hardy to approximately -15°C


• Type: Hardy Compact Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Lance-Shaped Leaves; Coppery-Red in Spring, Blue-Green in Summer, Vivid Orange-Red in Autumn and Winter


• Pruning: Minimal Pruning Required; Trim Lightly in Spring if Needed to Maintain Shape

Planting and Care Tips:

• Plant in a sheltered or semi-sheltered position for the best foliage colour.


• Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system.


• Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.


• Foliage colour is most intense when planted in a position that receives good light, particularly morning sun.


• Suitable for growing in containers using a good quality, peat-free compost with adequate drainage.

Notes: This listing is for the Gulf Stream variety of Nandina, known for its particularly compact habit and outstanding seasonal foliage colour changes.

Rhubarb Victoria Plant – Hardy Perennial, Garden Ready

A classic and reliable variety, Rhubarb Victoria is one of the most popular choices for home gardeners and allotment growers alike. Known for its generous yields of thick, flavourful stalks, this heritage variety produces beautiful green stems blushed with red that are perfect for pies, crumbles, jams and compotes. Easy to grow and incredibly rewarding, this hardy perennial will return year after year, providing a bountiful harvest each spring and summer.

Supplied as a garden-ready plant with a 17cm root ball, this Rhubarb Victoria is well-established and ready to be planted directly into your garden or a large container. Once settled, it requires very little maintenance, making it an ideal choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners looking to grow their own fruit.

Key Features:

• Hardy perennial – comes back year after year with minimal care


• Heritage variety renowned for generous yields of thick, flavourful stalks


• Garden ready – supplied as an established plant with a 17cm root ball


• Suitable for beds, borders, vegetable patches, allotments and large containers


• Easy to grow – ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners alike

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Rheum rhabarbarum 'Victoria'


• Common Names: Rhubarb Victoria, Victoria Rhubarb


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 60–90 cm × 60–90 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Vegetable Gardens, Allotments, Kitchen Gardens, Borders, Large Containers


• Harvesting Season: April to July (avoid harvesting in the first year to allow the plant to establish)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained, Fertile Soil Enriched with Organic Matter


• Watering: Keep Well Watered During Dry Spells, Especially in the Growing Season


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (tolerates UK winters)


• Type: Hardy Perennial Fruit


• Foliage: Large, Dark Green Leaves on Thick Green-Red Stalks

Planting and Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny or partially shaded spot with rich, well-drained soil


• Incorporate plenty of well-rotted manure or compost before planting


• Space plants approximately 90 cm apart to allow room for growth


• Mulch around the base in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds


• Avoid harvesting stalks during the first growing season to help the plant establish a strong root system


• Remove any flower stalks that appear to redirect energy back into the crown


• Apply a general-purpose feed in early spring each year

Please Note: Rhubarb leaves are toxic and should not be consumed. Only the stalks are edible. Plant appearance may vary slightly depending on the time of year and stage of growth.

Cottage Pinks Dianthus Sugar Raspberry – Hardy Summer Flowering Perennial

Dianthus 'Sugar Raspberry' is a charming cottage pinks variety bred for reliable garden performance. Producing an abundance of deeply-hued raspberry-pink flowers with a delicately fringed edge and a wonderfully sweet, clove-like fragrance, this compact perennial brings both colour and scent to beds, borders, rockeries and containers throughout the summer months. The neat, mound-forming habit and attractive silvery blue-green evergreen foliage ensure year-round interest, even when not in flower.

A truly hardy perennial, Dianthus 'Sugar Raspberry' thrives in a sunny, well-drained position and is perfectly at home in cottage-style gardens, gravel gardens and patio containers. The fragrant blooms are excellent for cutting and are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Deadheading spent flowers regularly will encourage a prolonged display well into late summer.

What's Included:

• 1 x Dianthus 'Sugar Raspberry' plant supplied as a 17cm root-ball

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Dianthus 'Sugar Raspberry'


• Common Names: Cottage Pinks, Garden Pinks, Dianthus


• Classification: Hardy Evergreen Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 25–35 cm × 25–35 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Mound-Forming Perennial


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Rockeries, Gravel Gardens, Containers, Edging


• Flowering Time: Summer (June to August)


• Flower Colour: Rich Raspberry-Pink with Fringed Petals


• Fragrance: Sweetly Scented (Clove-Like)


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Neutral to Alkaline Soil


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Perennial


• Foliage: Narrow, Silvery Blue-Green Evergreen Leaves


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (suitable for most UK gardens)

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny, well-drained position for the best flowering results.
• Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils – add grit to improve drainage if needed.
• Deadhead regularly to encourage further flushes of flowers throughout summer.
• A light trim after flowering helps maintain a tidy, compact shape.
• Suitable for growing in garden beds, borders and patio containers.

Notes: This variety is supplied in the Sugar Raspberry colour, featuring rich raspberry-pink, sweetly fragrant blooms.

Sambucus Nigra 'Black Lace' Elderberry Plant

Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace' (syn. 'Eva') is a stunning deciduous shrub prized for its deeply dissected, dark purple-black foliage that closely resembles that of a Japanese maple. In early summer, clusters of pink-budded flowers open to reveal delicate, lemon-scented, creamy-pink blooms, creating a beautiful contrast against the dark leaves. These are followed by dark purple-black berries in autumn, which are highly attractive to birds and wildlife.

This hardy and versatile shrub makes an excellent focal point in borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly planting schemes. It is equally suited to use as a specimen plant or as part of a mixed hedge. 'Black Lace' is easy to grow, tolerant of a wide range of soils, and responds well to hard pruning if a more compact shape is desired.

Supplied in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting in the garden.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace' (syn. 'Eva')


• Common Names: Black Lace Elder, Black Lace Elderberry


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: Up to 3m × 3m


• Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Specimen Planting, Mixed Hedging


• Flowering Time: Early to Mid Summer (pink-tinged, lemon-scented flower clusters)


• Berrying Season: Autumn (dark purple-black berries)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best foliage colour achieved in full sun)


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained; Tolerant of Most Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Birds & Garden Wildlife


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Deeply Dissected, Finely Cut, Dark Purple-Black Leaves

Planting Tips:

• Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position for the richest foliage colour.


• Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system.


• Can be hard pruned in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape and encourage fresh, vibrant new growth.


• Mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Notes: This listing is for the Black Lace variety, recognised for its distinctive dark, finely cut foliage and pink-toned summer flowers.

Polemonium 'Touch of Class' – Hardy Variegated Jacob's Ladder Perennial

Polemonium 'Touch of Class' is a striking variegated form of the classic Jacob's Ladder, prized for its beautifully edged foliage and delicate clusters of soft lavender-blue flowers. The green leaves are elegantly margined with creamy-white, providing ornamental interest even when not in bloom. A compact, clump-forming perennial, it brings gentle colour and texture to cottage garden borders, woodland edges and containers throughout the growing season.

This hardy perennial is easy to grow and well suited to partially shaded spots in the garden where its variegated foliage truly shines. It pairs beautifully with hostas, heucheras and other shade-loving companions. The nectar-rich flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly planting schemes.

Supplied as a well-established plant in a 3L pot, ready for planting out into the garden or a decorative container.

What's Included:

• 1 x Polemonium 'Touch of Class' plant in a 3L pot

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Polemonium reptans 'Touch of Class'


• Common Names: Jacob's Ladder, Touch of Class Polemonium


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 30–40 cm x 30–40 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Clump-Forming Perennial


• Perfect For: Cottage Garden Borders, Woodland Edges, Shaded Beds, Containers


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer


• Flower Colour: Soft Lavender-Blue


• Planting Position: Partial Shade to Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained, Humus-Rich Soil


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Foliage: Variegated Green Leaves with Creamy-White Margins


• Attracts: Bees and Other Pollinators


• Award: RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Planting and Care Tips:

• Plant in a partially shaded position for the best foliage colour; full sun is tolerated if the soil remains consistently moist.


• Prepare the planting hole with well-rotted compost or organic matter to improve moisture retention.


• Water regularly during dry spells, especially during the first growing season while the plant establishes.


• Deadhead spent flower stems to encourage a tidy appearance and potential secondary flush of blooms.


• Divide established clumps every few years in autumn or early spring to maintain vigour.

Notes: This listing is for the variegated 'Touch of Class' variety, distinguished by its attractive cream-edged foliage. Please note that plant size and appearance may vary depending on the time of year and stage of growth.

Physocarpus Sweet Cherry Tea – Compact Ninebark Shrub

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Sweet Cherry Tea' is a stunning compact Ninebark from the popular Tea® series, prized for its rich cherry-burgundy foliage that provides striking colour throughout the growing season. In late spring to early summer, clusters of delicate pink-tinted white flowers appear along the arching stems, creating a beautiful contrast against the dark leaves and attracting bees and other pollinators to the garden.

This hardy deciduous shrub is well suited to mixed borders, small gardens and containers, offering year-round structural interest. The foliage transitions through shades of deep cherry-red before dropping in autumn to reveal attractive exfoliating bark, adding winter appeal. Easy to grow and low maintenance, 'Sweet Cherry Tea' is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for reliable colour and form without the need for constant attention.

What's Included:

• 1 x Physocarpus Sweet Cherry Tea Ninebark Plant supplied in a 3 Litre Root-Ball

Key Features:

• Rich cherry-burgundy foliage throughout the growing season


• Clusters of pink-white flowers in late spring to early summer


• Compact growth habit, ideal for smaller gardens and containers


• Attractive exfoliating bark provides winter interest


• Low maintenance and easy to establish


• Pollinator-friendly – attracts bees and beneficial insects

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'Sweet Cherry Tea'


• Common Names: Ninebark, Sweet Cherry Tea Ninebark


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 90–120 cm × 90–120 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Gently Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Mixed Borders, Small Gardens, Patio Containers, Specimen Planting


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained – Tolerates a Range of Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy


• Attracts: Bees, Pollinators & Beneficial Insects


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Flowering Shrub


• Foliage: Deep Cherry-Burgundy, Broadly Oval Leaves

Planting & Care:

• Plant in a position with full sun for the best foliage colour; partial shade is also tolerated


• Prefers moist, well-drained soil but adapts to most soil types


• Water regularly after planting until well established


• Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh, colourful growth


• Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds

Notes: This listing is for the Sweet Cherry Tea variety, known for its distinctive deep cherry-burgundy foliage and compact growing habit.

Physocarpus Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark – Hardy Flowering Shrub

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Raspberry Lemonade' is a stunning deciduous shrub celebrated for its striking, multi-toned foliage that evolves beautifully through the seasons. New leaves emerge in fresh shades of lemon-yellow and lime-green before maturing into rich raspberry-red tones, creating a captivating display of colour from spring right through to autumn. In late spring to early summer, clusters of small, delicate white to pale pink flowers appear, adding further interest and attracting pollinators to the garden.

This compact and bushy Ninebark variety is low-maintenance, reliably hardy and tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, making it an excellent choice for borders, mixed shrub plantings, informal hedging or as a standout specimen in a container. It thrives in full sun, where the foliage colours are most vivid, but will also perform well in partial shade.

What's Included:

• 1 x Physocarpus Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark Plant


• Supplied in a 3 Litre pot, well-established and ready for planting

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'Raspberry Lemonade'


• Common Names: Ninebark, Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 150–180 cm × 150–180 cm


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Compact, Upright Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Mixed Shrub Plantings, Informal Hedging, Containers, Specimen Planting


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (clusters of small white to pale pink flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best foliage colour in full sun)


• Soil: Most well-drained soils, tolerant of a wide range of soil types


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Multi-toned – emerging lemon-yellow and lime-green, maturing to rich raspberry-red shades through the season


• Pruning: Prune after flowering if required to maintain shape; tolerates hard pruning if needed for rejuvenation


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position for the best foliage colour development.


• Water regularly after planting until well established, especially during dry spells.


• Mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.


• Minimal ongoing maintenance required once established – a low-fuss, high-impact garden shrub.

Notes: This listing is for the Raspberry Lemonade variety, known for its distinctive seasonal colour-changing foliage ranging from lemon-yellow through to deep raspberry tones.

Physocarpus Diabolo Ninebark – Dark Purple Foliage Hardy Perennial Shrub

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' is a stunning deciduous shrub prized for its rich, deep purple foliage that holds its colour throughout the growing season. In early to mid-summer, clusters of delicate pink-white flowers appear against the dark leaves, creating a striking contrast that adds real drama to any garden setting. As the flowers fade, small reddish seed heads develop, extending the seasonal interest well into autumn. The peeling, exfoliating bark provides additional winter texture, making this a true multi-season performer.

This vigorous and reliable shrub is an excellent choice for mixed borders, specimen planting, informal hedging or as a bold focal point in larger containers. 'Diabolo' is fully hardy, low-maintenance and adaptable to a wide range of soil types, thriving in both full sun and partial shade – though the deepest purple foliage colour is achieved in a sunny position.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting straight into the garden or a generous container.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' (syn. 'Monlo')


• Common Names: Ninebark, Diabolo Ninebark, Common Ninebark


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 200–300 cm × 200–300 cm


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Upright to Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Specimen Planting, Informal Hedging, Large Containers


• Flowering Time: Early to Mid-Summer (clusters of pink-white flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best foliage colour in full sun)


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained – Tolerates a Wide Range of Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Deep Purple to Dark Burgundy, Lobed Leaves


• Bark: Attractive Peeling, Exfoliating Bark for Winter Interest


• Pruning: Prune After Flowering if Required – Responds Well to Hard Pruning for Rejuvenation


• RHS Award: Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

What's Included:

• 1 x Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Notes: Available in the Diabolo variety, renowned for its exceptionally dark purple foliage. Foliage colour may appear more green in heavily shaded positions; for the deepest, richest purple tones, plant in a position that receives plenty of direct sunlight.

Philadelphus Belle Etoile – Mock Orange

Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' is one of the most popular and highly regarded mock orange varieties, prized for its exceptionally fragrant, large single white flowers adorned with a distinctive purple-pink blush at the centre. Flowering from late spring into early summer, this stunning deciduous shrub fills the garden with a rich, sweet orange-blossom scent that carries on the breeze. A recipient of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, 'Belle Etoile' is a reliable, easy-to-grow shrub that makes a wonderful addition to mixed borders, cottage gardens and fragrant planting schemes.

Supplied in a 3 litre pot, this well-established plant is ready for planting out in the garden. Once established, Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' requires minimal maintenance — simply prune back flowered stems after blooming to encourage vigorous new growth and abundant flowers the following season.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'


• Common Names: Mock Orange, Belle Etoile Mock Orange


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 1.2–1.5 m × 1.2–1.5 m


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Compact with Gracefully Arching Branches


• Perfect For: Mixed Borders, Cottage Gardens, Fragrant Gardens, Informal Hedging


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (June–July)


• Flower Description: Large, Single White Flowers with a Purple-Pink Flush at the Centre, Highly Fragrant


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained; Tolerant of Most Soil Types Including Chalk


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies and Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Mid-Green, Oval Leaves


• Pruning: Prune After Flowering – Cut Back Flowered Stems to Strong New Shoots


• Award: RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

What is Included:

• 1 x Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Notes: This listing is for the Belle Etoile variety, known for its compact habit and distinctive purple-pink centred blooms, making it ideal for smaller gardens where space is limited.

Papaver Orientale 'Waltzing Mathilde' – Hardy Perennial Oriental Poppy

Papaver orientale 'Waltzing Mathilde' is a striking oriental poppy prized for its large, semi-double, deep plum-purple flowers with dark, almost black basal blotches. Each bloom is beautifully ruffled with delicately creped petals, creating a dramatic display when flowering in early to mid-summer. Once established, this hardy perennial is both drought-tolerant and reliable, returning year after year with minimal care. After flowering, the foliage dies back naturally before re-emerging in autumn with fresh rosettes of deeply cut, bristly green leaves.

Oriental poppies are a classic choice for sunny borders, cottage-style gardens and mixed perennial schemes. 'Waltzing Mathilde' pairs especially well with ornamental grasses, silver-leaved plants and other summer-flowering perennials that can fill the gap once the poppy foliage retreats.

What's Included:

• 1 x Papaver Orientale 'Waltzing Mathilde' supplied as a 3 Litre root ball, ready for planting.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Papaver orientale 'Waltzing Mathilde'


• Common Names: Oriental Poppy, Waltzing Mathilde Poppy


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 70–80 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Sunny Borders, Cottage Gardens, Gravel Gardens, Mixed Perennial Schemes


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–July)


• Flower Colour: Deep Plum-Purple with Dark Basal Blotches


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Poor and Sandy Soils


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees, Pollinators & Beneficial Insects


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Perennial (Foliage Dies Back After Flowering)


• Foliage: Deeply Cut, Bristly, Mid-Green Leaves

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny, well-drained position. Avoid waterlogged soils, as oriental poppies dislike sitting in wet conditions over winter.


• Water regularly after planting to help the root system establish. Once settled, this poppy is notably drought-tolerant.


• After flowering, the foliage will naturally yellow and die back. This is completely normal — surround with later-flowering perennials or grasses to disguise the gap.


• Fresh foliage rosettes will re-emerge in autumn and persist through winter.


• Avoid disturbing established plants, as oriental poppies have deep taproots and do not transplant well once settled.

Notes: This listing is for the Waltzing Mathilde variety, distinguished by its rich plum-purple, semi-double blooms.

Papaver Orientale 'Türkenlouis' – Hardy Oriental Poppy Perennial

Papaver orientale 'Türkenlouis' is a striking hardy oriental poppy renowned for its large, vivid scarlet-red flowers with beautifully fringed, lacinated petal edges and a dramatic dark blotch at the base of each petal. This classic cottage-garden perennial produces bold, eye-catching blooms in late spring to early summer, creating a spectacular focal point in borders and beds. After flowering, the plant enters a natural summer dormancy before re-emerging the following season.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre root ball, ready for planting out in the garden.

Features:

• Large, vivid scarlet-red blooms with distinctive fringed petal edges


• Dark central blotch adds dramatic contrast to each flower


• Fully hardy herbaceous perennial – comes back year after year


• Low maintenance once established in a suitable position


• Excellent cut flower for arrangements


• Attractive to bees and other pollinators

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Papaver orientale 'Türkenlouis'


• Common Names: Oriental Poppy, Türkenlouis Poppy


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 60–90 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flower Gardens, Mixed Perennial Beds


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Most Soil Types, Dislikes Waterlogging


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees & Pollinating Insects


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial (Summer Dormant)


• Foliage: Deeply Cut, Bristly Mid-Green Leaves

Planting Tips:

Plant in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Oriental poppies resent being waterlogged, so avoid heavy clay soils unless improved with grit or organic matter. Once established, these poppies are drought tolerant and require very little ongoing care. The foliage naturally dies back in mid-summer after flowering – this is completely normal. Companion plant with later-flowering perennials to fill the gap left during dormancy.

Please Note: This listing is for 1 x Papaver orientale 'Türkenlouis' plant supplied in a 3 litre root ball. Plant appearance may vary depending on the time of year and stage of growth. During dormancy, the plant may have minimal or no visible top growth.

Oriental Papaver 'Red Rumble' – Hardy Perennial Red Poppy Plant

Bring bold, vibrant colour to your garden with the Oriental Papaver 'Red Rumble'. This striking hardy perennial produces large, semi-double flowers in a rich scarlet-red with ruffled, crepe-like petals and dark basal blotches at the centre. A true showstopper in any border, 'Red Rumble' delivers an eye-catching display from late spring into early summer, and will reliably return year after year once established.

Oriental poppies are one of the most rewarding perennials to grow. They thrive in a sunny position with well-drained soil, requiring minimal maintenance once settled in. After flowering, the foliage dies back naturally before re-emerging in autumn, ready to perform again the following season. They pair beautifully with other cottage garden favourites such as geraniums, nepeta, and ornamental grasses, which help fill the gap once the poppy foliage retreats.

What's Included:

• 1 x Oriental Papaver 'Red Rumble' supplied as a 3L root ball, ready for planting.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Papaver orientale 'Red Rumble'


• Common Names: Oriental Poppy, Red Rumble Poppy


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 60–70 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flower Gardens, Gravel Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Rich Scarlet-Red with Dark Basal Blotches


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Poor and Sandy Soils


• Attracts: Bees and Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Foliage: Deeply Cut, Bristly Green Leaves (Dies Back After Flowering, Re-Emerges in Autumn)


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)

Planting and Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny, well-drained spot – oriental poppies dislike waterlogged soil.


• Water regularly after planting until established; once settled, they are drought tolerant.


• Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering – it will return in autumn.


• Avoid disturbing the taproot once planted, as oriental poppies prefer to remain undisturbed.


• A light mulch in autumn can help protect the crown over winter, though this variety is fully hardy.

Notes: This listing is for the 'Red Rumble' variety, featuring rich scarlet-red, semi-double ruffled blooms. Please be aware that perennial plants may arrive dormant depending on the time of year – this is perfectly normal, and growth will resume in the appropriate season.

Oriental Papaver Bolero – Perennial Poppy Plant

Bring a touch of elegance to your garden with the Oriental Papaver 'Bolero'. This stunning perennial poppy produces large, ruffled, semi-double blooms in a beautiful shade of soft salmon-pink, each petal adorned with subtle darker basal markings at the centre. A showstopping addition to sunny borders and cottage-style plantings, 'Bolero' delivers a spectacular floral display during early summer and reliably returns year after year once established.

Supplied as a garden-ready plant in a 3 litre root ball, this poppy is well-rooted and ready to plant straight into borders or large containers. Oriental poppies are among the most rewarding hardy perennials, thriving in free-draining soil and full sun with minimal ongoing care. After flowering, the foliage naturally dies back as the plant enters a period of summer dormancy before re-emerging the following spring.

What's Included:

• 1 x Oriental Papaver 'Bolero' Perennial Poppy Plant (3 Litre Root Ball)

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Papaver orientale 'Bolero'


• Common Names: Oriental Poppy, Papaver


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 60–80 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Sunny Borders, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flower Gardens, Gravel Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Soft Salmon-Pink with Darker Basal Markings


• Flower Type: Large, Ruffled, Semi-Double Blooms


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil


• Attracts: Bees & Other Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Foliage: Deeply Cut, Bristly, Mid-Green Leaves


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Dormancy: Foliage Dies Back After Flowering; Re-Emerges in Spring

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained soil.


• Avoid waterlogged or heavy clay soils — good drainage is essential.


• Water regularly after planting until established; once settled, oriental poppies are drought tolerant.


• After flowering, the foliage will naturally yellow and die back — this is normal. Trim back spent stems to keep the border tidy.


• Mulch around the base in autumn to protect the crown over winter.


• Avoid disturbing the deep taproot once established, as oriental poppies do not transplant well.

Notes: This listing is for the 'Bolero' variety, which produces soft salmon-pink, semi-double flowers. Please note that plants are living products and may vary slightly in size and appearance depending on the time of year and stage of growth.

Weigela florida 'Variegata' – Pink Flowering Hardy Shrub

Weigela florida 'Variegata' is a beautiful and reliable deciduous shrub, prized for its striking variegated foliage and abundant pink flowers. The leaves are mid-green with attractive creamy-white margins, providing interest throughout the growing season even when the plant is not in bloom. In late spring to early summer, clusters of delicate, funnel-shaped pink flowers appear along the arching branches, creating a stunning display that is irresistible to bees and other pollinators.

This hardy garden shrub is easy to grow and requires minimal maintenance once established. It is ideal for mixed borders, cottage-style gardens, or as a standalone specimen. Weigela 'Variegata' is also well suited to smaller gardens thanks to its compact, bushy habit compared to some other Weigela varieties. An RHS Award of Garden Merit holder, this is a tried-and-tested variety that performs well in UK gardens year after year.

What's Included:

• 1 x Weigela florida 'Variegata' plant supplied in a 17cm (2 litre) pot, outdoor garden ready

Key Features:

• Attractive variegated foliage with creamy-white leaf margins


• Masses of pink, funnel-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer


• Bee friendly – excellent source of nectar for pollinators


• Fully hardy and suitable for UK gardens


• Low maintenance once established


• RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) holder

Planting & Care:

Plant in a position with full sun to partial shade in moist but well-drained soil. Weigela 'Variegata' is tolerant of most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand. After flowering, prune back the flowered shoots to a strong pair of buds or a lower side shoot to encourage vigorous new growth and a tidy shape. Older, unproductive stems can be cut back to the base to rejuvenate the plant. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Weigela florida 'Variegata'


• Common Names: Variegated Weigela


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 1.5–2 m × 1.5–2 m


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Rounded, Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Mixed Borders, Cottage Gardens, Specimen Planting, Wildlife Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Pink


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Type: Moist but Well-Drained; Tolerates Most Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (H6)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinating Insects


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Mid-Green Leaves with Creamy-White Margins (Variegated)


• Pruning: Prune After Flowering – Cut Flowered Shoots Back to Strong Buds

Notes: This plant is supplied as the 'Variegata' variety, featuring distinctive creamy-white edged foliage that sets it apart from other Weigela cultivars.

Trollius 'Lemon Queen' – Globeflower

Trollius 'Lemon Queen' is a beautiful and reliable hardy herbaceous perennial, prized for its elegant, globe-shaped, soft lemon-yellow flowers that appear from late spring into early summer. A member of the buttercup family, this clump-forming perennial brings a graceful charm to borders, bog gardens, pond margins and woodland edges. The rounded, bowl-shaped blooms sit above attractive mounds of deeply divided, dark green foliage, creating a striking display during the spring months.

Globeflowers are naturally found in damp meadows and stream sides, making them an excellent choice for moisture-retentive areas of the garden. 'Lemon Queen' is particularly valued for its paler, softer yellow tones compared to other Trollius varieties, lending a subtle elegance to planting schemes. It is a wonderful companion for other moisture-loving perennials such as Astilbe, Hostas, Iris sibirica and Primula.

This plant is supplied as a 17cm root-ball, ready for planting out in the garden.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Trollius × cultorum 'Lemon Queen'


• Common Names: Globeflower, Lemon Queen Globeflower


• Classification: Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 60–90 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-Forming, Upright Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Borders, Bog Gardens, Pond Margins, Woodland Edges, Cottage Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Soft Lemon-Yellow, Globe-Shaped Blooms


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Moist, Humus-Rich, Moisture-Retentive Soil


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees and Other Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Foliage: Dark Green, Deeply Divided Palmate Leaves

Planting and Care:

• Plant in a position that receives full sun to partial shade.


• Trollius thrives in consistently moist soil – avoid planting in dry or free-draining positions.


• Enrich the planting area with organic matter such as well-rotted compost to help retain moisture.


• Water regularly during dry spells, particularly in the first growing season while the plant establishes.


• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage a possible second flush of blooms later in the season.


• Divide established clumps every three to four years in autumn to maintain vigour.

Notes: This variety, 'Lemon Queen', features soft, pale lemon-yellow flowers that are lighter in tone than many other Globeflower cultivars, making it a versatile addition to a wide range of garden colour schemes.

Philadelphus Virginal – Mock Orange

Philadelphus Virginal, commonly known as Mock Orange or Sweet Mock Orange, is a classic hardy deciduous flowering shrub prized for its masses of beautifully scented, double white flowers. Blooming from late spring through to midsummer, the graceful arching branches become laden with pure white blossom that releases an intoxicating orange-blossom fragrance, making it one of the most popular scented garden shrubs available.

A reliable and versatile garden plant, Philadelphus Virginal is equally at home in a mixed border, cottage garden, or planted as an informal fragrant hedge. It is a wonderful choice for wildlife-friendly planting, attracting bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering season. This variety holds the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM), recognising its outstanding garden performance.

Growing Conditions:

This robust shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to most well-drained soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sandy soils. A genuinely low-maintenance plant, Philadelphus Virginal requires minimal care once established. Water regularly during the first growing season, then only during prolonged dry spells. It is fully hardy in the UK climate, tolerating temperatures down to approximately -15°C (RHS Hardiness Rating H5).

Planting Guide:

Plant in a sheltered or exposed position within a garden border, cottage garden, or as a hedge for natural, fragrant screening. Space approximately 1.5–2m apart if planting as a hedge. This fast-growing shrub reaches 2–3m in height with a similar spread at maturity. For best results, plant in autumn or spring when the soil is moist and workable. Prune lightly after flowering by cutting back flowered stems to strong new shoots, which encourages vigorous growth and maintains a compact, tidy shape.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Philadelphus 'Virginal'


• Common Names: Mock Orange, Sweet Mock Orange, Virginal Mock Orange


• Classification: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 2–3m × 2–3m


• Growth Habit: Upright, Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Informal Hedges, Specimen Planting, Wildlife Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Midsummer (June–July)


• Flower Colour: Double White


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Type: Most Well-Drained Soils including Chalk, Clay, Loam and Sand


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H5)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies and Beneficial Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Mid-Green, Oval, Pointed Leaves


• Award: RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

What is Included:

Supplied as 1 x garden-ready Philadelphus Virginal plant in a 2 litre root-ball, ready for immediate outdoor planting.

Hebe Emerald Gem – Compact Evergreen Flowering Shrub

Hebe Emerald Gem is a beautifully compact, dome-shaped evergreen shrub prized for its dense, bright green foliage. This hardy perennial forms a neat, naturally rounded mound of small, tightly packed leaves, making it an excellent choice for low borders, rockeries, containers and ground cover schemes. In summer, it may produce delicate small white flowers that attract pollinators to the garden.

Native to New Zealand, Hebe Emerald Gem is well suited to UK gardens and requires minimal pruning to maintain its tidy, globe-like shape. It thrives in a range of positions from full sun to partial shade and performs best in well-drained soil. Once established, it is a low-maintenance plant that provides year-round structural interest.

This plant is supplied in a 2 litre pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Hebe 'Emerald Gem'


• Common Names: Hebe Emerald Gem, Hebe Green Globe


• Classification: Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 30–40 cm × 40–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Dense, Dome-Shaped Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect for: Borders, Rockeries, Containers, Ground Cover, Patio Planting


• Flowering Time: Summer (small white flowers, occasional)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil


• Hardiness: Hardy (RHS H4 – tolerates temperatures down to approximately -10°C)


• Attracts: Bees and Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Perennial Shrub


• Foliage: Small, Bright Green, Densely Packed Leaves


• Pruning: Minimal – Light Trim After Flowering if Required to Maintain Shape

What's Included:

• 1 x Hebe Emerald Gem plant supplied in a 2 litre pot

Notes: This listing is for the Emerald Gem variety – a particularly compact and neat-growing Hebe, ideal where space is limited or a structured, low-growing evergreen is desired.

Dicentra Spectabilis – Bleeding Heart Plant

A classic cottage garden favourite, Dicentra spectabilis (now formally known as Lamprocapnos spectabilis) produces stunning heart-shaped pink and white flowers that dangle gracefully from elegant, arching stems. This hardy herbaceous perennial is perfectly suited to shaded and partially shaded spots, bringing colour and charm to borders, woodland areas and containers alike. The delicate, fern-like foliage provides a beautiful backdrop to the distinctive pendulous blooms, creating a romantic display from late spring into early summer.

Bleeding Heart thrives in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil and is ideal for planting beneath trees or alongside other shade-loving perennials. Once established, it will return reliably year after year, forming attractive clumps that gradually spread over time. The plant naturally dies back after flowering, making it a good companion for later-season perennials that will fill the space through summer and autumn.

What's Included:

• 1 x Dicentra Spectabilis (Bleeding Heart) plant supplied in a 2 litre pot (17cm), garden ready

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Lamprocapnos spectabilis (syn. Dicentra spectabilis)


• Common Names: Bleeding Heart, Lady's Locket, Lyre Flower


• Classification: Hardy herbaceous perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 60–90 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Clump-forming with graceful, arching stems


• Perfect For: Shaded borders, Woodland Gardens, Cottage Gardens, Containers


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (heart-shaped pink and white blooms)


• Planting Position: Partial Shade to Full Shade


• Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees and other pollinators


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial (dies back in winter)


• Foliage: Fern-like, mid-green, deeply divided leaves


• RHS Award: Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Planting Tips:

• Plant in a sheltered position away from strong winds, which can damage the delicate stems


• Incorporate plenty of organic matter into the soil at planting time


• Keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during dry spells


• Avoid waterlogged conditions, especially over winter


• Mulch around the base in autumn to protect the crown from frost

Notes: This plant is supplied as the classic Spectabilis variety, bearing the traditional pink and white heart-shaped flowers. Please be aware that Dicentra is a deciduous perennial and may arrive dormant during autumn and winter months – this is perfectly normal and the plant will regrow in spring.

Cottage Pinks Dianthus Sugar Coral

Dianthus 'Sugar Coral' is a beautifully fragrant cottage pink that produces an abundance of warm coral-pink, double flowers above neat mounds of silvery blue-green foliage. Bred as part of the renowned Whetman Cottage Pinks series, this hardy perennial is cherished for its exceptional fragrance, long summer flowering season and compact, tidy habit. An outstanding choice for borders, rockeries, patio containers and path edging, where its delightful clove-like scent can be enjoyed up close.

Supplied as a 17cm root-ball, this established plant is ready to be planted straight into the garden or a container, where it will quickly settle in and reward you with months of colour and fragrance throughout the summer.

Key Features:

• Fragrant, double coral-pink flowers throughout summer


• Compact, mound-forming habit with attractive silvery blue-green evergreen foliage


• Hardy perennial — comes back reliably year after year


• Ideal for borders, rockeries, cottage gardens, containers and path edging


• Attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinators


• Low maintenance and drought tolerant once established


• Prefers a sunny position in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil

Planting and Care:

Plant in a sunny, open position in well-drained soil. Dianthus thrive in neutral to slightly alkaline conditions and dislike waterlogged ground. Space plants approximately 30–40 cm apart to allow good airflow. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage further flushes of flowers throughout the season. A light trim after flowering helps maintain a compact, tidy shape. Avoid heavy, wet soils over winter.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Dianthus 'Sugar Coral'


• Common Names: Cottage Pinks, Pinks, Dianthus


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 25–35 cm x 30–40 cm


• Growth Habit: Low, Compact, Mound-Forming Perennial


• Perfect For: Borders, Rockeries, Cottage Gardens, Containers, Path Edging


• Flowering Time: Summer (June to September)


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Neutral to Alkaline


• Fragrance: Yes — Sweet, Clove-Like Scent


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies and Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Perennial


• Foliage: Silvery Blue-Green, Narrow, Evergreen Leaves


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H5)

Notes: This variety is supplied in the Sugar Coral colour, featuring warm coral-pink double blooms.