Aristolochia grandiflora is an exotic tropical vine renowned for its extraordinary, curvaceous flowers that evoke the image of a giant, ornate pipe or pelican’s beak. The blossoms, marked by subtle veining and warm, earthy hues, create a dramatic focal point as they dangle gracefully from lush, heart-shaped foliage. With a faint, intriguing fragrance that lures specialized pollinators such as flies and beetles, this ornamental climber adds a touch of mystery and bold tropical charm to pergolas, trellises, or garden walls. Its vigorous growth and distinctive appearance make it a prized addition ... Learn More

These elegant and unusual climbers bear large, yellow-throated flowers which are intricately marked with reddish-purple and take the form of a "Sherlock Holmes' pipe", and grow from the leaf axils. Once established they are very long-lived. ... Learn More

This tall, hairless slender twiner, native to Brazil, bears extremely outrageous, almost sensuous blooms, which are patterned with a rippling network of burgundy, red, and purple over a creamy-yellow background, the two lips giving an impression of a gaping mouth, the species name 'ringens' meaning snarling in Latin. This rugged and robust vine will also do well in a container with regular watering. If you happen to be going there on holiday, the roots of this plant are well known as an antidote for snake bites in New Granada. But please do not rely on this cure......... ... Learn More

Aristolochia saccata is a species within the Aristolochiaceae family, first described by Nathaniel Wallich in 1830. Due to limited available information, specific details regarding its morphology, habitat, and distribution are scarce. The genus Aristolochia comprises both evergreen and deciduous lianas and herbaceous perennials, often characterized by their distinctive flower structures. Members of this genus are known for their unique pollination mechanisms, typically involving trap-like flowers that temporarily capture insects to facilitate pollination. ... Learn More

This dwarf alpine form makes a very dense bun or cushion of needle-like leaves with soft pink balls of flowers, which are held just over the foliage. It thrives in a gravel scree garden, or alpine trough where it can be best admired. RHS AGM winner ... Learn More

The "Thrift" or " Sea Pink" is too well known to need much description other than saying it is one of the most perfect, perennial, hardy rockery or border-edge plants. Tufts of tiny leaves form the base for long stems bearing pink fragrant flowers which appear over an extremely long period in spring and summer. ... Learn More

Armeria pseudarmeria 'Ballerina Red,' commonly known as Ballerina Red Thrift, adds a burst of vibrant color to your planting. Belonging to the Plumbaginaceae family, this particular variety of thrift is prized for its charming, globe-shaped flower clusters and compact, mounded habit. Originating from the mountainous regions of southern and central Europe. 'Ballerina Red' is named for its striking, globe-shaped flower heads, which appear in late spring to early summer. The flowers, borne on slender stems rising above the grassy foliage, are a brilliant shade of red, creating a visually arre ... Learn More

Very large golden flowers on long, sturdy stalks open on this this popular, easily-grown plant. This is the official plant that provides the basis for homeopathic remedies, oil infusions, compresses and salves, and many other natural cures and remedies. Arnica montana is endemic to Europe, from southern Iberia to southern Scandinavia and the Carpathians, but is absent from the British Isles. ... Learn More

Bright yellow flowers, with broader petals than most other arnicas, open on hairy stems clad in oval leaves. It is native to the coniferous forests on the hills of the western United States. ... Learn More

This is thought to be the world's healthiest fruit! The berries, with very few seeds, should be very ripe indeed before they are eaten, and have a strong, delicious, and quite unique taste. But its most popular use is in juices, sauces, smoothies and summer puddings! Incredibly tough and hardy, it is long-lived, easy to grow, and extremely productive, and truly is a fruit of the future! With an amazing three times more xanthocyanins and antioxidants than blueberries and blackcurrants, (allegedly a highest proportion than any other known plant), and also polyphenols, bioflavonoids, tannins and ... Learn More

Low growing grassy native which is a mass of small white flowers in spring & summer. Ideal for well drained, sunny conditions. Excellent for coastal areas & mass plantings. Hardy to most soils & climates. Protect from heavy frost. 25cm x 20cm. Arthropodium candidum 'Rubrum' (Dwarf Rock Lily) - An easily grown bulbous perennial from New Zealand with 8 inch tall thin grass-like fleshy leaves that are bronze spotted-brown above and a grey-green below. Plants multiply rapidly from small white bulbs and through reseeding to form dense clumps. In summer months appear starry white flowers on wiry ... Learn More

This attractive lily has flower stalks which can be more than two feet in length, bearing many white six-petalled flowers, in groups of two or three, each about 2 cm across. The stamens are tricoloured - purple and white, with yellow at the curled end. The rhizomes are edible, and were used as food by the Maori people of old. ... Learn More

Large green spathes with smooth velvety jet-black blotches inside surround a black spadix. This vigorous, impressive and hardy plan, which excels in rich woodland, humus and shade, has proved to be one of the most popular Arum species in regular cultivation. The only drawback is that it has one of the strongest smelling spathes of the genus, this is used to attract pollinating flies! Thankfully that is short-lived. ... Learn More

Another multi-talented performer. The prettiest foliage of all aroids, arrow-shaped waxy looking leaves marbled and veined in cream and grey, are produced in winter and are much sought after by flower arrangers. In spring cream and purplish spathes ("flowers"), give way to a stunning display of large orange berries (July-Sept.) on stout stems, the effect accentuated, as all foliage has by now disappeared. ... Learn More

Large, shiny, broad, spear-shaped leaves, surround the sizeable green to purplish-brown infused spathes with a white centre which are exceptionally decorative, with their deep purple-brown spadices. This form is exceptionally long-flowering in the garden, where it is easy, hardy and readily grown. ... Learn More