Amaranthus 'Red Garnet' produces attractive, long, tassels in pillar-box red and green Amaranthus 'Pony Tails' produces exceptionally attractive, long, decorative tassels in pillar-box red and green shades, which gently swish from side to side in the Summer breeze. A long-time favourite , these superb colourful plants are ideal for adding height and interest to Summer bedding displays growing to a height of 90cm to 120cm. Originally a major food crop of the Incas they can indeed be eaten but look much nicer in your border! ... Learn More

A selection of these lovely flowers bearing long, pendulous, flowing tails in many shades from green to red. These plants are often used to striking effect in many parks, gardens and stately homes. ... Learn More

Red devil is a fast growing and extravagant annual plant with striking red veined stems and foliage that will quickly grow to a moderate height in the right position. To top it of deep red "pony tail" like flowers will protrude from the crown of the plant in mid to late summer hanging pendulously in impressive sprays of colour. Plant in moist well drained soil after the last frosts of spring. ... Learn More

This spectacular annual has convoluted heads of massed crimson flowers. In Bangladesh, it has been used as a leafy vegetable with scientific study suggesting that it inhibits calcium retention. Another study suggested that due to high levels of antioxidants found in the plant, it could have a radio-protective role. Maybe an ideal food for nuclear power-station employees? ... Learn More

This bizarre and slightly goofy annual flower bears congested sprays of deep purple flowers which resemble pointing fingers! Although it is native to South America, in India and Africa the leaves and stems have been eaten as a salad vegetable. It is usually steamed as a side dish in both China and Japan. Scientific study suggests that it may inhibit calcium retention, and in addition it has a high content of carotene, ascorbic acid, and folate and may prove an efficient antioxidant. It also appears on the coat of arms of Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge where it is called "flowers gentle" ... Learn More

This stately, upright, bushy annual bears foliage which is heavily splashed in crimson and gold in the late summer and autumn garden, the leaves on the upper plant often contrasting in colour from the lower ones. Usually grown not for its flowers, but for its beautifully coloured foliage, this versatile plant also makes a fantastic microsalad leaf to impress your friends who have not seen it served on a plate before. A famous and quite stunning specimen, it is usually called Joseph's coat after the Biblical figure, who is said to have worn a coat of many colours! ... Learn More