This amazing, quite recent introduction is a hardy raspberry/loganberry cross that looks rather like a huge raspberry in appearance and has one of the longest picking windows of any of the recent hybrids. The superb, strong, fruity flavour is similar to that of the renowned loganberry and they are particularly hardy, cropping from early July until the end of August. If possible they are best grown strung along wires to get maximum cropping potential, which can be very heavy. ... Learn More

Uncinia rubra commonly known as Hook Sedge, is a striking ornamental grass with unique characteristics. This cultivar belongs to the Cyperaceae family and originates from New Zealand, where it is found naturally in wetlands and along stream margins. The 'Everflame' variety of Uncinia rubra is celebrated for its vibrant foliage, which undergoes a captivating transformation throughout the seasons. The plant's arching, copper-colored leaves emerge with fiery red tips, creating a flame-like effect that inspired its cultivar name. As the seasons progress, the foliage maintains its warm tones, pr ... Learn More

Moss verbena (Verbena tenuisecta), also known as South American verbena or Glandularia tenuisecta, is a delightful and low-spreading perennial that forms a dense mat of finely divided, lacy foliage. This charming ground cover boasts a continuous display of small, five-petaled flowers in shades of violet, lavender, pink, and white. With a trailing growth habit, moss verbena creates a lush carpet of color, reaching a height of about 6 to 12 inches. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, it is drought-tolerant and well-suited for rock gardens, borders, and sunny landscapes. The nectar-rich b ... Learn More

Viola collina, commonly known as Hill Violet, is a delicate perennial that graces landscapes with a subtle tapestry of tranquility in spring. As a member of the Violaceae family, this modest violet species captivates with its heart-shaped leaves and dainty flowers, offering a gentle nod to the arrival of the season. Unfolding its charm with heart-shaped, scalloped leaves forming a low, spreading rosette. Amidst the verdant foliage, dainty flowers emerge, showcasing shades of violet, lavender, or soft blue. The simplicity of these blooms, coupled with their sweet fragrance, evokes a sense of ... Learn More

Viola odorata 'Alba,' commonly known as White Sweet Violet, emerges as a dainty and fragrant perennial within the Violaceae family. Celebrated for its simplicity and purity, this cultivar of the sweet violet charms with its delicate white flowers and the sweet, nostalgic fragrance it imparts to early spring gardens. Unfolding its allure with heart-shaped leaves that form a low-growing rosette. Rising above the foliage are ethereal, five-petaled, white flowers with a contrasting yellow center. The blooms, often delicately veined, exude a sweet fragrance that lingers in the air, attracting po ... Learn More

Zauschneria californica 'Glasnevin,' commonly known as California Fuchsia 'Glasnevin,' is a charismatic perennial that graces gardens with its vibrant blossoms and drought-tolerant nature. Belonging to the Onagraceae family, this cultivar hails from the arid regions of California, showcasing its adaptability to dry and rocky landscapes. The 'Glasnevin' variety of Zauschneria californica is renowned for its tubular, coral-red flowers that appear in late summer and continue through the fall, providing a burst of color when many other plants are waning. The slender, trumpet-shaped blossoms att ... Learn More

Zinnia elegans, commonly known as Zinnia, is a vibrant and popular annual flower that comes in various cultivars and mixes. The "Candystripe Mix" is a delightful variation known for its eye-catching and colorful blooms. With a compact and bushy growth habit, forming well-branched plants. The blooms showcase a charming blend of vibrant hues, often including shades of pink, red, white, and occasionally other colors with this mixture also displaying a candy stripe effect with contrasting stripes or variations in color. Zinnias are known for their prolonged blooming period, typically from late spr ... Learn More