If you are fed up with grocery store jalapeños, the late-fruiting Farmer's Jalapeno might be just what you need, but it is very rare and uncommon in the market place. A bizarre pepper, it is easy to grow at home being very sweet with just a mild heat. Pods can get quite large in size, making it great for stuffing recipes, such as Jalapeño Poppers. Incredibly, it has a heavy corking or "potato" skin and is quite strange looking in a pretty way, the bushy plants getting to 36"/1.5m feet tall, with just one plant producing dozens of peppers. (8,000 SHU) ... Learn More

One of the most beautiful of all peppers, these gorgeous fruits, with a gentle heat, resemble shiny courgettes! The sizeable, almost identical fruits slowly ripen from a dark green to a voluptuous chocolate/toffee-apple shade. The heavy crop is sometimes so prolific that the branches break away, so staking and tying is sometimes needed! 200-2,000 SHU ... Learn More

A true cross between two famous varieties, the Purple Tiger Jalapeno is one of the most beautiful pepper plants you will ever encounter. Surrounded by dazzling variegated leaves, the fruits are 2-3 inch slim jalapenos which start out purple and ripen to red, but as they ripen the striping effects slowly appear on the deep red (Stripes on fruits in picture not yet developed). They have a sweetness to them with a medium heat, making them perfect for adding vibrant colour to salads, salsas and many other recipes. (8,000 - 12,000 SHU) Medium Heat. ... Learn More

Monkey Face Red is not only a cool looking chilli pepper, with pods growing to about 11 cm long and often resembling a monkey’s face, they have a delicious sweet flavour and only upper mid heat and would be great in a salsa or sprinkled over your dinner! Growing well in a pot to about 60 cm in height, they can grow much bigger if planted in the ground. Ripening from green to red, the sizeable fruits have a distinctive taste of lemon and mango. Mild. (1.000-10.000 SHU) ... Learn More

This heavy-cropping plant produces delicious, quite sizeable, strongly-flavoured, jester's-shoes-style peppers. An unusually early-fruiting plant with only moderate heat levels, so it is perfect for mild curries or even a spicy salad! (15,000 SHU) ... Learn More

This brand new, sizeable pepper from Costa Rica, is heavy-cropping and has a most distinctive appearance and very few seeds, being solid and tapering with a slightly wrinkled appearance. When they ripen they begin green, before darkening finally to almost jet black, unlike the more normal purple or brown peppers. This makes then truly striking amongst similar types of peppers. They have a pleasant and lasting level of spiciness, although this can vary between different fruits and levels of ripeness. (100-1,000 SHU) ... Learn More

Wow, enormous, heavy, dazzling red, curly-whirly fruits make an astonishing sight when they all ripen together. A stunning compact variety (30-35cm) ideal indoors on a big windowsill or outdoors in summer. Sweet, lightly fruity with a clean finish. The really tasty long pods are produced in abundance held above the foliage, and start out a dark purple, finally turning to shades of purple, oranges and vibrant red all at the same time. (3,000-9,000 SHU) ... Learn More

Vibrant, vigorous plants produce an abundance of mild, vaguely banana-shaped peppers. This famous red variant of the yellow-fruiting Sweet Banana tastes just the same though, with a sweet tangy flavour with just a hint of fresh tropical fruit. They are perfect for eating fresh, or pickling, or even adding a splash of gentle heat to any culinary creation. (0-500 SHU) ... Learn More

New! We are exclusively releasing seeds of this incredible exotic Japanese rarity, also known as the strawberry-raspberry, and related to both. It produces successive crops of absolutely enormous strawberry-sized berries, which resemble raspberries! The intensely bright red fruits, when ripe, combine the shape and taste of a strawberry with the taste of a raspberry. Although they are sweet and tasty eaten raw when completely ripe, they are additionally used for cooking in Japan, and the fruit develops an even richer taste when cooked. The prolific berries continue to ripen over a lengthy seaso ... Learn More

Rhodocoma capensis, commonly referred to as the Cape Restio, is a distinctive and ornamental perennial native to the Western Cape of South Africa. This resilient plant, a member of the Restionaceae family, showcases an architectural grace with its slender, reed-like stems that form dense clumps, reaching heights of 3 to 5 feet. The foliage consists of slender, needle-like leaves arranged alternately along the stems, contributing to its bushy and structured appearance. Come late spring to early summer, Cape Restio adorns itself with small, unassuming flowers surrounded by papery bracts, addi ... Learn More

A healthy, tough and extremely vigorous rose with spreading growth, bearing masses of pure white flowers, with a strong sweet fragrance, which are held in beautiful, flat-topped, cascading clusters. These can sometimes be made up of hundreds of individual flowers each facing outwards, exposing a cluster of pretty yellow stamens. The heavy masses of perfumed flowers are most attractive to bees, making it a good choice for a wildlife garden, and also for growing through large trees, or to cover large unsightly buildings or walls. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Aw ... Learn More

Rudbeckia maxima, commonly known as Giant Coneflower or Great Coneflower, is a striking perennial that commands attention with its impressive size and distinctive features. As a member of the Asteraceae family, this native wildflower of North America showcases unique characteristics that contribute to its ornamental appeal. The most prominent feature of Rudbeckia maxima is its large, dome-shaped flower heads, which can reach a diameter of 6 to 9 inches (15 to 23 cm). The golden-yellow petals surround a prominent dark central cone, creating a bold and eye-catching contrast. The sheer size an ... Learn More

Salvia deserta, a striking member of the sage family, is a drought-tolerant perennial perfect for low-maintenance gardens. Known for its tall spikes of vibrant blue to lavender flowers, this plant not only adds a splash of color but also attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its hardy nature makes it a favorite for gardeners in regions with hot, dry summers, thriving in well-drained soil and full sunlight. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, or wildflower meadows, Salvia deserta offers a seamless blend of beauty and practicality. It’s a low-water solution for eco-conscio ... Learn More

Bring a splash of vibrant color to your garden with Salvia nemorosa 'Merleau Rose,' also known as Wood Sage or Balkan Clary. This stunning perennial belongs to the Lamiaceae (mint) family, recognized for its aromatic foliage and showy flower spikes. 'Merleau Rose' is a cultivar of the Salvia nemorosa species, sometimes listed under its synonym, Salvia x superba. It is a favorite among gardeners for its ability to attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators while offering a long blooming season. 'Merleau Rose' is perfect for borders, containers, or cottage gardens. Its dense ... Learn More

Scabiosa atropurpurea ssp. maritima, commonly known as the Maritime Pincushion Flower, is a captivating flowering plant that adds a touch of elegance to gardens and landscapes. Belonging to the Dipsacaceae family, this perennial herbaceous plant is native to coastal regions, particularly thriving in maritime climates. The Maritime Pincushion Flower boasts intricate, spherical blooms that are a rich shade of deep purple, lending a regal and sophisticated air to any garden. These flowers, resembling a pincushion, are characterized by a dense cluster of tiny florets, creating a captivating vis ... Learn More