A very lively dwarf rush with most attractive globular heads of dark brown seedheads. Extremely adaptable, growing in all conditions from bog to desert! ... Learn More

This is one of the most attractive hardy grasses, barely yet discovered by gardeners. Being an inhabitant of alpine meadows, it produces its striking heads of almost pure white flowers in early spring, when most other grasses are barely sprouting, all above compact trusses of attractive hairy stems. ... Learn More

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

From low clumps of bright green grass sprout tall, erect stems carrying solid bunny-tail seed heads which persist right into winter. This lovely hardy plant from the cold reaches of the Crimea is a new, attractive, and most desirable introduction to cultivation. ... 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, aging to golden-brown in autumn. A superb specimen grown alone, long-lived, non-invasive and extremely hardy! ... Learn More

Small spikes of silvery-mauve flowers open above grass-like evergreen leaves, before maturing into attractive bright blue berries. This unusual plant, NOT a grass, but an unlikely member of the lily family, is stolon forming and tuft forming, and in time will make a spreading, weed-stifling carpet of evergreen foliage! It is superior to Ophiopogon japonicus, a Mondo Grass that has become increasingly popular in the last few years, particularly among garden designers. In the wild it has a wide distribution from the Himalayas to Taiwan. ... Learn More

Compact basal tufts of long grassy leaves give rise to attractive, woody flower panicles which are incredibly fine and airy, starting from late spring and lasting all winter. These benefit from then being cut back to the ground to encourage new flower spikes and growth from the old base and also to avoid the plant becoming too large and prostrate. This incredibly graceful plant is rare and almost unknown but really should be more widespread. It is well established in the grounds of Highlands College, Jersey, where it may be a garden escape, and also in West Kent in the UK. ... Learn More

An absolutely majestic grass forming an upright clump of red-tipped, grey-green leaves above which rise large spires of dancing seed heads, consisting of constantly-dividing gossamer threads holding the large black seeds. This is a truly superb plant and one of the most impressive solitary grasses when grown in a prominent position. ... 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