Purple-blue, orchid-like flowers, delicately marked and spotted with crimson open on short stems on this rare and very choice plant. Strong stems bear lush green foliage, and mature plants can be divided with time as they gradually spread as they are drought tolerant, producing fleshy tubers from which they sprout each year. Probably the bluest flower of all alstroemerias, it grows at altitude giving it a good measure of hardiness. ... Learn More

This spectacular plant flowers from August until October when most other flowers have finished producing cupped, dark-eyed, rosy pink flowers on long stalks, clad in small, soft leaves. A sumptuous specimen which is always coveted by late season visitors. ... Learn More

This erect, very rarely-seen, British native wildflower will thrive in damp conditions and gives a lovely late summer display of multiple soft pink flowers, (which occasionally are pure white with pink anthers!) on tall softly hairy stems with attractive grey-green leaves. It is an herbaceous perennial and so will return for several years after dying back over winter. ... Learn More

This most unusual and drought-tolerant plant bears fragrant yellow flowers in late spring and early summer leading to stems of curious spherical seed pods which make intriguing specimens for dried flower enthusiasts. In the garden these eventually fall apart to release the seeds. ... Learn More

From the high mountains of central and eastern Europe comes this rare alpine gem which makes a compact cushion of small silver-grey leaves supporting numerous bright yellow flowers. It will make an ideal subject for a well-drained dry scree, rockery, or alpine house. ... Learn More

New and rarely-offered, this fabulous alpine-house, rockery or wall plant produces solid cushions of tiny velvety silvery-grey leaves, which disappear in spring under sheets of thousands of tightly packed, fragrant golden flowers, and is as choice as you can get with a spring alpine. It is native to the high mountains of Greece, Bulgaria and Romania. ... Learn More

One of the essential flowers for a hot rockery, this perpetual favourite produces bright sheets of yellow flowers over clumps of grey-green leaves. Will self-seed when happy even on the hottest, driest bank. ... Learn More

This curious flower looks just like any dwarf alyssum with yellow flowers over a tight, woody green cushion in early spring, but then the flower stems stand up and the seed pods expand, just like little balloons! This curiously attractive flower is perfect for a raised bed or rockery. ... Learn More

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

Amaryllis 'Horizon', commonly referred to as Horizon Amaryllis, is a stunning hybrid cultivar that captivates with its bold, trumpet-shaped blooms. Each stem bears up to four large flowers, ranging in vibrant shades of red with subtle orange undertones. These striking flowers are long-lasting, making them a showstopper for indoor displays or as a dramatic addition to gardens in warmer climates. This easy-to-grow bulb thrives in full sun to partial shade and performs best in well-drained, sandy, or loamy soils. Indoors, place it in a bright, sunny spot for optimal flowering. With proper car ... Learn More