A delicate clump-forming rush with small dark brown heads. Another dwarf plant ideal for a wet spot in the garden or around the edges of a pond. ... Learn More

A most attractive, trouble free, tussock-forming specimen with attractive, slightly hairy leaves and large, dark nut-brown umbels of seed. 'The largest and finest of the woodrushes.' (Rick Darke, 'Ornamental Grasses'). ... Learn More

This new, very precious, golden-leaved form of the "Great Wood-rush" makes a superb, non-spreading specimen that will grow almost anywhere, making a handsome clump of golden-yellow foliage with attractive spikes of black seed-heads, that is the perfect complement to mixed perennials. It is at home on most soils, but is particularly tolerant of damp sites, making it ideal for use in bog gardens. It also makes a good plant for winter containers in cold areas as the foliage is evergreen. ... Learn More

The best golden grass growable from seed has dazzlingly bright, canary-yellow leaves. Of its best in spring and especially in a shady spot. In commerce "Bowles' Golden Grass" is often the most expensive grass seed in the world! ... Learn More

The giant form of "Purple Moor-grass" makes spectacular broad-leaved clumps, with very long stems holding huge, divided, purple heads in summer, ageing to golden-brown in autumn. A superb specimen grown alone, long-lived, non-invasive and extremely hardy! ... Learn More

A fabulous new plant with dramatic, almost black, broad leaves, crowned with massive purple flower spikes, the ripe seeds from which are adored by birds. When sown early in heat it makes a stunning garden display. This spectacular heat and drought resistant beauty was awarded the All America Gold Medal! Please note seedlings are green when young!!! ... Learn More

Tall clumps of vertical spear-like stems teminating in very long, thin, curving "squirrel tails". A new and striking grass from South Africa which is at its most impresive in August and September. ... Learn More

Pennisetum 'Red Buttons' or "Fountain Grass" produces deep reddish-black flowers that resemble rabbits' tails which persist throughout the season, the whole plant forming an attractive evergreen clump of green foliage with burgundy highlights. (Seed sold unhusked) ... Learn More

A top quality, valuable newcomer about which we can find no reference. Broad clumps of leaves in spring, very much like an aspidistra, make a spectacular picture, followed by multi-branching seedheads carrying large seeds. ... Learn More

A lovely new-to-cultivation grass, discovered in forest on the mountains of South Africa. Clumps of sharp, angled leaves surround early sprays of green spears which later become dangling golden tassels on weeping stems. ... Learn More

Thick clumps of attractive foxtail-like flower heads, perfect for cutting, grow on long stems clad in broad leaves. If planted in a hot, dry spot, or in a container on a warm patio, the leaves and stems of this lovely plant will turn bright crimson. This grass is usually grown as an annual when it will quickly make a fine display. ... Learn More

Setaria palmifolia is a much under used foliage grass from Asia and the Pacific Islands. The gorgeously pleated palm like foliage add a lush tropical feel to the garden and transport you to somewhere where you're more likely to find a coconut in the garden than a conker. In a temperate climate such as ours heights are closer to 2-3 feet than the 6 feet attained in habitat. Tall flower spikes appear in late summer and are held delicately above the foliage. ... Learn More

One of the few grains that can be used as a wheat substitute in gluten-free recipes and products, this is an important food crop in Africa, Central America, and South Asia, and is the "fifth-most important cereal crop grown in the world". Sorghum is one of Africa’s greatest contributions to the world’s agricultural diversity, and is a traditional crop in warmer countries. Adaptable and drought tolerant, sorghum provides grain, sweet syrup, animal fodder, or sometimes, more than one crop from a single planting! ... Learn More

A very decorative grass with many names including "Greybeard grass", "Frost Grass", and "Silver Spikegrass". Stiff, white-centred broad leaves, turn burgundy in autumn, and plumes of purple spikelets wave from July until September, giving high garden value. ... Learn More

Arching sprays of purple feathery plumes consist of golden brown fine leaves in compact clumps, this is an absolute beauty set on its own in gravel. ... Learn More