Perennials - Just Arrived
In designing with plants, it is the perennials that ensure that there is constant change, and that there is always an element of surprise or interest in the garden.
Getting to know the dormant and flowering periods of the plants is essential to achieving the right balance in the design, so that as one perennial goes to sleep, another awakens.
Perennials, perhaps more than any other group of plants, are available in a huge range of colours, forms, textures and fragrances in both foliage and flower. There are perennials suitable for almost every area of the garden: from full sun to full shade, in large gardens or small beds and to suit every mood or style. Popular perennial plants include Penstemon, Gaura, Canna, Dahlias, Salvias, Lupins, Columbines, Lilies, Delphiniums and Hellebores - oh! the list is endless.
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A perennial plant (Latin per, "through", annum, "year") is a plant that lives for more than two years, unlike an Annual which grows, sets seed, gayly disperses it and then dies - all in a single season. Perennial plants are divided into two large groups: those that are woody and those that are herbaceous. They can be short-lived (only a few years) or they can be long-lived, and can vary in size from only a few millimeters to over 10 meters tall. They include a wide assortment of plant groups from Ferns to the highly diverse flowering plants like Orchids and Ornamental Grasses.
Perennials typically grow structures that allow them to adapt to living from one year to the next. These structures include bulbs, tubers, woody crowns, rhizomes plus others. They might have specialized stems or crowns that allow them to survive periods of dormancy over cold or dry seasons during the year. Many perennials have adapted to survive under extreme environmental conditions: some can survive hot dry conditions, or cold temperatures. These plants tend to invest a lot of resource into their adaptations and often do not flower and set seed until after a few years of growth.
Many perennials produce relatively large seeds, which can have an advantage as they produce larger seedlings after germination that can better compete with other plants or more quickly develop leaves, ensuring their survival.
In warmer climates, perennials grow continuously. In seasonal climates, their growth is limited to the growing season. For example, in temperate regions a perennial plant may grow and bloom during the warm part of the year, with the foliage dying back in the winter. These plants are deciduous perennials. Regrowth is from existing stem tissue. In some species, perennials retain their foliage all year round; these are evergreen perennials. Come in and take a look around. We've always got something pretty, perky and persuasive in the perennial line.
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aka Dark-purple Bugleweed
This ground cover has good contrast of erect, deep blue flowers with burnished purple foliage. It spreads by surface runners in the same way as a strawberry plant and can spread indefinitely. Excellent for moist areas. Wonderful for a shady border. Frost hardy trouble-free plant. Perennial.
Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Spreading
Ajuga Atropurpurea
Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$16.99
aka Bugleweed
This ground cover is much larger and spreads more rapidly. The dark green leaves are tinged with purple. It spreads by surface runners in the same way as a strawberry plant and can spread indefinitely. Excellent for moist areas. Frost hardy and trouble-free.
Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Evergreen , Green
Mature Size (HxW): Spreading
Ajuga Reptans
Expected Stock Height: 0/10 cm ?
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
aka Lemon verbena
Lemon Verbena. This open and rangy shrub will not win you over with its looks but will wow you with the delicious aromatic fragrance. Likes good drainage, sunlight and tolerant of light frost. Steep leaves in water to make a refreshing drink. Deciduous.
Give this plant a good tidy up every now and then with sharp secateurs - it will respond well. Small sprays of pale lavender flowers appear in summer but it is really the foliage that makes this shrub desirable.
Habit: Bushy
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 1m
Aloysia Citriodora
Current Stock Height: 5 cm
Container: .5l ?
$6.99
Stock of this item is very low.
Traditional groundcover with bright green feathery foliage and erect stems of small, daisy-like flowers. Charmingly scented and magic to walk on.
Chamomile Lawn thrive in full sun, but will tolerate dappled shade. Perennial.
Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Deciduous
Mature Size (HxW): 30cm x 60cm
Chamomile Lawn
Current Stock Height: 5 cm
Container: 0.5l ?
$6.99
This variety of Chives is a vigorous grower with good disease resistance. Nice broad leaves that can be chopped up to add to summer salads etc. Will form a good clump in the vege patch or can be grown in a pot. Prefers the sun and good drainage. Perennial.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 45cm x multiplies
Chives
Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ?
Container: 0.5l ?
$6.99
aka Kaffir Lily
A handsome perennial with broad strap like foliage and large red flower heads which appear from early spring. Happiest out of direct sunlight, ideal for planting under deciduous trees. These seedlings are from the Dr Hammett Clivia breeding programme. Evergreen.
Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 60cm x 40cm
Clivia Red
Expected Stock Height: 20/30 cm ?
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
aka Wild Iris
A popular member of the Iris family with narrow green sword like foliage and strong stems of open butterfly like blooms. The blooms have white falls with mauve standards and a splash of gold in the centre. Plant in sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh frost. Evergreen.
Dietes grandiflora is a dramatic landscaping plant when planted en masse and allowed to multiply. I've actually got one growing in a large terracotta pot which looks pretty good too.
Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 60cm
Dietes Grandiflora
Current Stock Height: 40/60 cm ?
Container: 1.5l ?
$14.99
Dietes Grandiflora
Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm ?
Container: 2.4l ?
$26.99
aka Sea Holly
This perennial commonly called sea holly has cool prickly like flowers in steel blue shades that look fab in the garden. These unusual blooms are suitable for drying and using in floral arrangements. Loves a sunny well drained spot at the front of the garden.
Habit: Compact
Mature Size (HxW): 30cm x 30cm
Eryngium Blue Hobbit
Current Stock Height: 5 cm
Container: 1.5l ?
$14.99
aka Blue Tussock Grass
Native. An attractive clump forming perennial grass with
cushions of blue-grey foliage. Easy to grow. tough and versatile. Plant in sun to part shade. Looks best group planted. Evergreen.
Leaves: Evergreen, Blue
Mature Size (HxW): 30cm x 40cm
Festuca Bank Peninsula Blue
Current Stock Height: 15/20 cm ?
Container: 1.5l ?
$14.99
Festuca Banks Peninsula Blue
Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm ?
Container: 0.5l ?
$9.99
aka Spanish Shawl
A prostrate ground hugging perennial with a dense mat of green leaves that in summer becomes smothered by bright cerise pink flowers. Quite a show off really and easy to grow in a sunny well drained spot. Needs protection from frost. Evergreen.
Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 5cm x Spreading
Heterocentron Elegans
Current Stock Height: 0/5 cm ?
Container: 1l ?
$14.99
aka Catmint
A useful and attractive perennial with grey/green foliage and pretty sprays of mauve blue flowers that appear from spring right through to autumn. Useful as an edging for flower beds. Loves a sunny position and a good haircut every now and then. Hardy, evergreen and yes cats love it!
Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size (HxW): 50cm x 40cm
Nepeta Catmint
Expected Stock Height: 5 cm
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
aka Oregano Common
Herb. A highly ornamental and delicious herb that is an essential ingredient in Italian style cuisine. A must have on top of Pizza. Mainly used dry. Plant in a sunny well drained spot and give it a good haircut every now and then. Perennial.
Habit: Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Spreading
Oregano Common
Current Stock Height: 5 cm
Container: 0.5l ?
$6.99
aka Rosemary
A fabulous new version of an old favourite. An upright Rosemary that grows into a pillar or column. Softest blue, large flowers appear from April through to October with the main flowering in September. Loves a well drained sunny position. Clips well. Evergreen.
Habit: Columnar
Leaves: Evergreen, Blue
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 0.5m
Rosmarinus September Blue
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$26.99
aka Pineapple sage
Such a versatile sage whether being appreciated for its red flowers or sweet pineapple scent. This herb both looks and smells great. Abundantly adorned with red flowers that display well in a vase, in the garden or in salads (yes, you can eat them!). Give full sun and a well drained position. Perennial
Pineapple sage leaves are often used dried or fresh in teas.
Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 100cm
Sage Pineapple
Expected Stock Height: 5/10 cm ?
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
aka French Tarragon
A refined flavour indispensable to the classic French cuisine. Glossy long green leaves which release a bitter sweet, warm peppery scent with an anise undertone. Use fresh to flavour salads, meats, fish and egg dishes Sunny, light well drained soil. Perennial
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): cm x cm
Tarragon French
Expected Stock Height: 5 cm
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
A seasoning for poultry,pizza,shellfish,beef or game. Culinary aromatic herb so useful in cooking . Also very attractive to grow in the perennial garden bearing flowers all over. Great ground-cover Grow in full sun and free draining soil. Perennial
Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 30cm x 30cm
Thyme Chicken
Current Stock Height: 5 cm
Container: 0.5l ?
$6.99
aka Creeping Thyme
This delightful and dainty little Thyme is perfect for use as a ground-cover in a warm sunny well drained position or just enjoy some in a pot. The little bright green leaves are smothered by dainty white flowers in summer. Forms a neat and tidy mat. Evergreen.
Can be used for culinary purposes if desired. Trim lightly after flowering to keep compact and avoid over fertilizing as generally Thyme are best left to their own devices.
Habit: Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 10cm x 30cm
Thyme Emerald Carpet
Current Stock Height: 0/5 cm ?
Container: 0.5l ?
$6.99
Valerian,was used to treat insomnia, migraine, fatigue, and stomach cramps. Today, valerian is promoted for insomnia, anxiety, depression, premenstrual syndrome, menopause symptoms, and headaches.It is considered to be both safe and gentle. Preference is full sun to shade.
Habit: Bushy
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 0.5m
Valerian
Current Stock Height: 5 cm
Container: tube ?
$6.99
Stock of this item is very low.
aka Autumn Crocus, Rain Lily
Autumn Crocus with delightful white crocus like flowers in the autumn. Attractive grass like glossy green foliage, not dissimilar to tall mondo grass. They are excellent in rockeries or borders. H.30cm.
Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 30cm x 15cm
Zephyranthes Candida
Current Stock Height: 15/20 cm ?
Container: 1.5l ?
$14.99
Zephyranthes Candida
Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm ?
Container: 1.3l ?
$19.99
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