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aka Red flowering Abelia

With its compact nature its almost non-stop flowering will look stunning in a pot or in the garden or even a hedge. Glossy green foliage is topped with masses of raspberry pink blooms that maintain their colour as they turn to seed heads. Easy care. Evergreen. PVR

The cooler months really bring out the colour of the seed heads.

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aka Lily of the Nile

NZ bred. Dwarf habit. The strap shaped green foliage will form a neat clump. In summer stems of silvery white flowers edged with ice blue put on a lovely display. Hardy and tolerant and easy to grow. Good for mass planting. Can cope with dry coastal conditions. Perennial.

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aka Lily of the Nile

This darling little Agapanthus has wide, short, strappy green leaves and sturdy stems of white 'snowball' flowers that appear throughout the summer. Well behaved in that it does not seed everywhere and forms a nice compact clump. Happy in the sun. Hardy and evergreen.

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aka Fox Tail Agave

A beautiful variegated selection of the soft Foxtail Agave with a fine white variegation along the pale green leaf margin. It has a vertical flower stalk that reflexes back towards the ground before arching upward again. The flowers are a pale greenish yellow and are followed by seed pods.

Once Agave have flowered the mother plant will die down leaving the offsets to continue growing.

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aka Bugleweed

A beautiful groundcover with striking silvery wine colour foliage that deepens in colour in cooler temperatures. Topped with upright blue flower spikes through spring and into summer. Easily grown in most well drained soils in full sun to part shade. Evergreen

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aka Peruvian Lily

Masses of glorious flowers from mid Summer through to late Autumn. Perivian Lilies have a superb, compact habit, perfect for patio containers. Also excellent for brightening-up Summer borders. Makes a good cut flower. Hardy and perennial in a well-drained position.

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aka Peruvian Lily Colorita series

Masses of glorious flowers from mid Summer through to late Autumn. Princess Lilies have a superb, compact habit, perfect for patio containers. Also excellent for brightening-up Summer borders. Makes a good cut flower. Hardy and perennial in a well-drained position.

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aka Princess Lily

Hybrid and dwarf variety with large scarlet red flowers. The foliage is something else being glossy green with a icy-white margin. Very different. Flowers prolifically, but a little later than some other varieties. Gorgeous as a border or in a container. Tuberous perennial.

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aka Princess Lily

A dwarf, clump forming perennial with beautiful buttercup yellow flowers that have specks in the throat, lanced shaped green foliage. Use for borders and containers. Known for its long flowering and great picked for a vase or in a bouquet. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Tuberous perennial.

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aka Peruvian Lily Princess series

Peruvian Princess Lily. Hot pink blooms with a hint of lemon at the throat appear from summer to autumn. Bred to remain compact and well behaved in the garden and for maximum flower power. Plant in sun or part shade in well drained acid soil for best results. Perennial. PVR.

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aka Princess Lily

Stunning flowers with lavender petals, purple tones, and flecked cream accents. The attractive green foliage and beautiful long-lasting blooms on strongly branched stems are outstanding for cutting, perfect for garden or container. An herbaceous perennial.

Blooms continuously during the warm season when spent flower stems are picked promptly.

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aka Peruvian lily Princess series

Masses of glorious Orange flowers with a yellow throat from mid Summer through to late Autumn. Princess Lilies have a superb, compact habit, perfect for patio containers. Also excellent for brightening-up Summer borders. Makes a good cut flower. Hardy and perennial in a well-drained position.

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aka Peruvian Lily

The Peruvian Lily is a vigorous perennial that has real flower power. Get your garden rocking and a rolling with this variegated version that has bright red flowers. Happy in the sun or a little shade in well drained soil. Will spread so make sure you plant with room to grow. Perennial.

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aka Peruvian lily Summer Paradise series

Summer Paradise alstroemeria are selected for a more compact and tidier habit. Summer Red features strong upright stems of red blooms that will last well in a vase. The flowers and foliage are strong and erect. Easy care, prefers full sun and good drainage. Can be cut off at ground level if untidy.

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aka Princess Lily

A real head turner. With dark green foliage this Alstroemeria will produce masses of dark purple violet flowers from Spring through to Autumn. This will look stunning as a border, in a cottage garden or in a pot. Thrives in full sun/partial shade.

Keep deadheading to encourage more flowers.

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aka Jointed Rush or Oioi

Wetland. A NZ (Oioi) Reed with fine grey-green needles of foliage with brown markings at intervals along the length of the leaves. Forms a large clump. Grows in water or in damp ground. Tolerates salty water. Very decorative in a pot and useful for floral work. Tough as. Evergreen.

May be toxic to animals.

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To produce flowers and develop beautiful foliage, aquatic plants need food. These tablets contain the necessary nutrients and trace elements and can be conveniently placed in the soil of the plant for slow release and will keep your plants blooming all season long.

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To produce flowers and develop beautiful foliage, aquatic plants need food. These tablets contain the necessary nutrients and trace elements and can be conveniently placed in the soil of the plant for slow release over 6-9 months and will keep your plants blooming all season long.

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aka Renga Renga Lily

Masses of flowers appear, in panicles, during spring and early summer. Broad arching leaves send up beautiful sprays of starrty white flowers. Adds great texture to gardens. Ideal for mass plantings as a groundcover. Plant in well drained soil, prefers filtered light. Perennial.

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aka Hen and Chicken Fern

Native. A selected form of the 'Hen and Chicken' Fern that has luxuriant thick and shiny green fronds. Makes a striking ground cover plant for shady situations. Looks good group planted beneath established trees. Likes the shade and nice moist humus rich soil. Protect from frost. Evergreen.

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Scopia are the worlds first Bacopa with double mauve blue flowers. These perennials are long flowering and useful for pots, hanging baskets or garden borders. This selection has extra large double mauve blue flowers. Best in a full sun position.

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A lovely perennial plant that can be used as a ground cover. Equally happy in a hanging basket or pot. Lavender flowers will simply smother the little green leaves giving a beautiful display. Lightly trim after flowering. Likes the sun. good drainage and protection from frost. Evergreen.

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Scopia are the worlds first Bacopa with double pink flowers. These perennials are long flowering and useful for pots, hanging baskets or garden borders. This selection has extra large double pink flowers. Best in a full sun position. Perennial

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Scopia are the worlds first Bacopa with double white flowers. These perennials are long flowering and useful for pots, hanging baskets or garden borders. This selection has extra large double white flowers. Best in a full sun position.

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aka Banana

Beautiful green foliage and is highly disease resistant. Flowers in autumn and harvest in spring. Tight bunches of delicious lady finger bananas, short and fat and very sweet. Easy to grow but frost tender depending on your location. Fast growing.

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The simplicity of form in this mottled stone look bird bath will fit anywhere in your garden. This birdbath comes in three different sizes. The birds should flock to this.

The Bird Bath base separates from the top for easier transport. No freighting available on this item, must be picked up from nursery.

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The simplicity of form in this mottled stone look bird bath will fit anywhere in your garden. This birdbath comes in three different sizes. The birds should flock to this.

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aka Blackberry

A highly rated American cultivar with sturdy canes with few thorns. The large luscious berries ripen around January. The berries are very juicy with a tart yet sweet flavour. For best results plant in sun or part shade in deep acid soil. Deciduous.

Blackberries fruit on 2nd year wood. It is usual to cut back the cane that has finished fruiting and then train a 1 year old new cane in preparation for fruiting the following season. Suitable for planting in most areas of NZ.

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aka Blackberry

This blackberry has an upright habit, no thorns and bumper crops of firm sweet fruit in summer - what more could you want? Someone to make the jam I suppose! Plant in sun or part shade in nice deep acid soil for best results. Deciduous.

See our How To pages for tips on growing Brambles and Berries. Suitable for planting in most areas of NZ.

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Almost eternally flowering, Brachyscome Brasco Candy is a stunning easy to grow addition to any garden with bright candy pink flowers almost year round. Fast growing reaching 30cm quickly it makes a great border plant or plant in groups for effect. Prefers full sun and good drainage. Perfect for pots. Trim back in late winter to allow new growth to retain bushy habit.

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Almost eternally flowering, Brachyscome Brasco Purple is a stunning easy to grow addition to any garden with rich purple flowers almost year round. Fast growing reaching 30cm quickly it makes a great border plant or plant in groups for effect. Prefers full sun and good drainage. Perfect for pots. Trim back in late winter to allow new growth to retain bushy habit.

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Almost eternally flowering, Brachyscome Brasco Violet is a stunning easy to grow addition to any garden with rich violet flowers almost year round. Fast growing reaching 30cm quickly it makes a great border plant or plant in groups for effect. Prefers full sun and good drainage. Perfect for pots. Trim back in late winter to allow new growth to retain bushy habit.

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aka Upright Box

'Graham Blandy' is an upright sort of chap who will always stand up tall and erect in the garden. With a natural columnar habit this Box is perfect for adding an exclamation point to planting schemes. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen.

Ideal for narrow spaces or group together to form a natural screen of green. Perhaps march along the side of a path or drive. A very useful plant for directional planting.

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aka Box Ball

A slow growing compact form of Box with a naturally rounded shape. In spring the fresh new growth is shaded a beautiful soft lime green turning to a darker glossy green on maturity. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen. Presented here as a Topiary Ball. Evergreen.

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aka Box Std

This form of Buxus has attractive green leaves with lighter green new growth, suitable for classic small hedges and topiary work. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Presented here as a standard. Evergreen.

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aka Large Leafed Box or Wintergreen Boxwood

This form of Box has a larger leaf than many other varieties hence the name macro = large and phylla = leaf. The glossy green foliage looks good all year round and is particularly attractive in spring. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Clips well, Evergreen

The perfect little shrub for low formal hedges or topiary work. Equally this Buxus looks good as a stand alone shrub to add substance to the border.

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aka Box

The ubiquitous English Box is a versatile and rewarding plant that is easy to grow. The small, stiff, green leaves are perfect for trimming and shaping and always look good at any time of year. This 1 ball topiary specimen can be grown in a container or a special place in the garden. Evergreen.

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aka English Box

The ubiquitous English Box is a versatile and rewarding plant that is easy to grow. The small, stiff, green leaves are perfect for trimming and shaping and always look good at any time of year. This 2 ball topiary specimen can be grown in a container or a special place in the garden. Evergreen.

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aka Chinese Beauty Berry

A favourite amongst florists. The Chinese Beauty Berry is unique and beautiful when the slender branches are all dressed up with rich purple shiny berries from autumn through to winter. These are followed by soft downy sage green leaves. Prune after berries fall. Deciduous.

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aka Bottlebrush

An Australian native shrub with shiny green leaves and bright pink bottle brush flowers in late spring. Occasional flowers in autumn. Plant in full sun and well drained soil. Prune after flowering if required.

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aka California Lilac

An attractive spreading evergreen shrub which features sparkling clusters of dark blue flowers in late spring. The shiny foliage turns a deeps ebony shade during winter, changing to dark chocolate-green during spring and summer. Quite hardy and tolerant of wind and cold. PVR 1334.

This is a very useful shrub for cascading over walls and banks. Benefits from a trim every now and then (after flowering) to encourage healthy new growth. Very striking in full flower.

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aka California Lilac

Std. An attractive evergreen shrub which features sparkling clusters of dark blue flowers in late spring. The shiny foliage turns a deeps ebony shade during winter, changing to dark chocolate-green during spring and summer. Quite hardy and tolerant of wind and cold. PVR 1334.

Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser.

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aka Rock Rose

Rock Rose. Makes a 'Brilliant' show in summer when the aromatic foliage is smothered with rich rosy pink flowers with deep maroon markings and yellow centers. Hardy to most conditions. Great for hot dry spots. Very reliable. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Evergreen.

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aka Rock Rose

A superb little shrub for those hot dry spots in the garden. The aromatic grey leaves are decorated with hot rose pink flowers off and on throughout the year. Loves warmth and needs a well drained spot. Tolerates light frost and benefits from a trim every now and then. Evergreen.

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aka Kaffir Lily

Exotic tropical looking perennial with broad strap like foliage and large orange flower heads with a nice green throat which appear from early spring. Happiest out of direct sunlight therefore ideal for planting in large drifts under deciduous or native trees. Evergreen.

Clivia are frost tender plants but as they are usually planted under trees this affords them some protection. They do well in a container. They are surface rooted so avoid soil disturbance.

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aka Karamu

Native. Commonly known as Karamu this evergreen native shrub has small dark green leaves with pale under-sides. Insignificant pale green flowers are followed by small orange berries that birds love. Easy to grow in sun or part shade with protection from harsh frost. Trim regularly to keep tidy.

Early Maori used Karamu as a food source and of course native birds love the berries. Believe it or not Coprosma are in the same family as the coffee plant but we wouldn't recommend substituting Karamu for your favourite brew!

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aka Korokio Std

Standard. Chocolate without the calories! The soft melted chocolate colour of the leaves combines well with other foliage and looks fantastic as a formal hedge with a difference. Easy to grow and clips extremely well. Yellow flowers in spring followed by berries that birds love. Evergreen.

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aka Korokio

A tough, hardy shrub discovered by the late Mike Geenty in the Waikato. A top plant for hedging or topiary. Attractive olive-green leaves, small yellow flowers in spring followed by red berries that birds love. Tolerates regular trimming. Presented here as a topiary standard. Evergreen.

Corokia are tolerant of coastal conditions and thrive in just about any soil though their preference is for an open sunny site. Very quick to establish. Can be grown in a container.

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A great new hybrid with larger flowers than many of its contemporaries, its scent is divine! Leaves are lustrous and dark green, so will add structure and form all through the year. Its perfect for a partially shady border, or a woodland garden. Evergreen

Perfume Princess is the largest and longest flowering of all Daphne and will tolerate full sun.

A really pretty Delphinium that will do well in humus rich soil that is well drained. Sun to part shade, support with a stake if you live in a windy spot. Perennial.

A really pretty Delphinium that will do well in humus rich soil that is well drained. Sun to part shade, support with a stake if you live in a windy spot. Perennial.

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aka Flax Lily

Native. The NZ Flax Lily is a hardy and tolerant perennial with strappy thin light green leaves. In spring and summer dainty blue flowers stand above the foliage on wiry stems. These are followed by berries in the autumn. Lovely in large drifts. Evergreen. PVR

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aka Pink

Traditionally dianthus will flower once, in spring. This new range incorporates the existing pretty flowers and gorgeous clove-like spicy scent, and they have a long flowering season, and a tidy compact habit. Evergreen

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aka Bleeding heart

Bleeding Heart. A beautiful dainty perennial with blue-green, deeply cut, fern like foliage. In mid spring pendent heart shaped blooms of carmine pink and white decorate the delicate stems that rise above the foliage. Needs a sheltered spot in light shade with humus rich soil to do well. Perennial.

FYI the other common name for this perennial is 'Dutchman's Trousers' but I think you will agree that 'Bleeding Heart' is more appropriate to the plants delicate look.

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aka Pineapple Guava

Golden Goose TM. Man size fruit? Large to extra large. White flesh with smooth firm thick golden green skin. Good keeping feijoa. As with all Feijoas will fruit best when 2 or more are planted. Likes a sunny sheltered position. Evergreen.

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aka Pineapple Guava

An exciting very early bearer with large fruit with a delicious rich tropical flavour. Good vigour. Likely to be best variety to use in marginal colder areas. Self fertile, better yields when cross pollinated.

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aka Kingfisher Daisy

Kingfisher daisy. Another winner from our South African friends, this superb true-blue daisy is more compact and free-flowering than older varieties. Yellow centres and blue petals make this a spirited addition to containers or beds. Heat tolerant and sun loving. Perennial

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aka Kingfisher Daisy

Kingfisher daisy. Another winner from our South African friends, this superb white daisy is more compact and free-flowering than older varieties. Yellow centres and white petals make this a spirited addition to containers or beds. Heat tolerant and sun loving. Perennial

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aka Fig Edible

Well the name tells you that this Fig crops well with green skinned fruit that turn purple when ripe. The flesh is sweet and juicy with a creamy texture. Large lush ornamental foliage. Plant in a warm sheltered position with good drainage and protection from harsh frost. Deciduous.

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aka Flower Carpet Rose

Shrub. This vibrant little beauty will brighten up garden beds and containers with its bold blooms in tones of hot and pastel pink Flowers in abundance from spring until autumn. Glossy green disease resistant foliage makes this an excellent choice for easy care gardening. PVR. 2006.

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aka Flower Carpet Rose

Shrub. Gorgeous deep red semi-double blooms accented by golden stamens decorate this hardy rose for up to 10 months of the year. Glossy green disease resistant foliage. Slightly sprawling habit.

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aka Flower Carpet Rose

Shrub. An outstanding ground cover rose with trusses of double, scarlet red flowers borne in profusion from spring through to autumn. Glossy green disease resistant foliage. A multi award winner that is oh so easy to grow. Deciduous. PVR

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aka Flower Carpet Rose

Shrub. An outstanding ground cover rose with trusses of double, weather proof, snowy white flowers that appear non stop from spring through to autumn. Glossy green, disease resistant foliage and a nice gentle fragrance. Deservedly an award winner. Germany 1991

Bred in Germany where it is called Schneeflocke which translates in English to Snowflake.

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A spreading dwarf form of the eternally popular Gardenia. Covers itself in a mass of sweetly fragrant flowers from late spring to summer. Ideal as a container plant or use as a ground cover in a warm, frost free position in the garden. Will respond well to regular liquid feeding. Evergreen.

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Pure white butterfly shaped flowers smother the stems, a delight in both vase and garden from late spring through to winter. Gaura So White has both a clean, disease free foliage and a compact habit. Attracts butterflies. A very easy-care, rewarding perennial which grows easily in sunny situations.

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A gorgeous compact, free flowering perennial that is hardy and easy to grow. With it pretty pink flowers on tall stems from Spring right through and into Autumn. Likes the sun, good drainage and fairly light soil. Cut back after flowering.

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A gorgeous compact, free flowering perennial that is hardy and easy to grow. With its Dark Rose flowers on tall stems from Spring right through and into Autumn. Plant in a well drained, sunny spot for best results. Perennial

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A gorgeous compact, free flowering perennial that is hardy and easy to grow. With it large deep pink flowers on tall stems from Spring right through and into Autumn. Needs a free-draining warm sunny spot in the garden. Cut back after flowering. Perennial

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A gorgeous compact, free flowering perennial that is hardy and easy to grow. The leaves are variegated adding a fresh touch of yellow and green with the pretty pink flowers on tall stems from Spring right through and into Autumn. Plant in well-draining soil in a sunny position. Perennial

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A gorgeous compact, free flowering perennial that is hardy and easy to grow. With it pretty white flowers on tall stems from Spring right through and into Autumn.

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aka African Daisy

Gorgeous, large, double blooms of bright orange set against dark green foliage will really brighten up summer gardens and pots. Loves a warm sunny spot with good drainage and protection from harsh frost. Tolerates light soil and coastal conditions. Evergreen perennial.

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aka African Daisy

Gazania Takatu Yellow has a definite WOW factor. Huge bright Yellow blooms with a dark centre that stand well above the foliage on tall stems. The flowers appear from spring until autumn. Happiest in a warm sunny position, tolerant of drought, coastal conditions and light frost. Evergreen

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aka Cranesbill

A carpet of shiny, deep green leaves brushed with bronze provides wonderful contrast for the rose-pink flowers. The leaves are not deeply cut; rather they are relatively wide with rounded lobes which compliment the rounded shape of the flower petals. Perennial

Standing only 4 inches tall, this cultivar acts as a weed-smothering groundcover in the garden.

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aka Transvaal Daisy

This Patio Gerbera that has been bred to produce large daisy like blooms up to 10cm across. The blooms appear in summer-autumn and are set amongst a rosette of green foliage. Acadia has double white flowers with a dark eye. Plant in a sunny well drained spot and protect from frost. Perennial.

Patio Gerberas are the perfect plant for popping in a pot to brighten up your patio or courtyard.

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This Patio Gerbera has been bred to produce large daisy like blooms up to 10cm across. The blooms appear in summer-autumn and are set amongst a rosette of green foliage. "Diantree"has deliciously dark pink flowers. Plant in a sunny well drained spot and protect from frost. Perennial.

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aka Transvaak Daisy

This Patio Gerbera that has been bred to produce large daisy like blooms up to 10cm across, in summer-autumn; green foliage. Karoo has double white flowers with each petal dipped in pink and a mid pink centre. Plant in a sunny well drained spot and protect from frost. Perennial.

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This Patio Gerbera has been bred to produce large showy daisy like blooms up to 10cm across. The blooms appear summer-autumn and are set amongst a rosette of green foliage.Orange County has deep orange flowers. Plant in a sunny well drained spot, protect from frost. Perennial.

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aka Transvaal Daisy

This Patio Gerbera that has been bred to produce large daisy like blooms up to 10cm across. Produces gently glowing, two-tone, yellow and orange flowers throughout summer. Plant in a sunny well drained spot and protect from frost. Perennial. Perfect for containers

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aka Transvaal Daisy

This Patio Gerbera has been bred to produce large daisy like blooms up to 10cm across. Pinnacles is especially spectacular with semi-double red flowers. Instant WOW-effect on patio, porch, veranda and outdoor living spaces. Abundant flowering late spring to early autumn. Frost tender. Perennial
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Transvaal Daisy

Simple, well-defined, fiery orange blooms with a truly classic appeal. From summer through to autumn, this robust half-hardy gerbera will produce a non-stop supply of stunning gerbera daisies. Landscape gerbera 'Yosemite' forms a compact, uniform plant that looks sensational in patio containers.

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aka Transvaal Daisy

The 'Garvinea' Gerbera range has been bred for compact habit, abundant of magenta flowers and tolerance to winter cold. Perfect for the summer garden or fabulous in containers the magenta daisy flowers are borne on strong stems perfect for picking. Perennial.

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aka Transvaal Daisy

The 'Garvinea' Gerbera range has been bred for compact habit, abundance of pink flowers and tolerance to winter cold. Perfect for the summer garden or fabulous in containers the Burgundy daisy flowers are borne on strong stems perfect for picking. Perennial.

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aka Transvaal Daisy

The 'Garvinea' Gerbera range has been bred for compact habit, abundant flowering and tolerance to winter cold. Perfect for the summer garden or fabulous in containers the lavender daisy flowers are borne on strong stems perfect for picking. Perennial.

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aka Kapuka

Native. A selected form of the ever popular Griselinia. Gorgeous, broad, glossy green foliage with attractive wavy margins. Ideal background shrub but at its best when used as a hedge. Tolerant of just about any planting conditions including coastal. Very tidy and well groomed. Evergreen.

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aka Kapuka

Native. An easy to grow shrub which is invaluable for difficult sites as it is tolerant of almost any conditions including coastal. Fresh bright green foliage with attractive undulating edges. Particularly useful for hedging. Always looks neat and tidy, trims exceptionally well. Evergreen.

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Native. An attractive, low growing and compact shrub with dark green foliage and masses of palest mauve flowers in early spring. Easy to grow in the sun with protection from harsh frost. Neat and tidy habit - suitable for a low hedge. Trim after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Hebe or Veronica

A neat and tidy little Hebe that has a compact habit. Dainty leaves in a soft olive green shade and masses of tiny lilac-blue flowers in the warm summer months. Plant in a well drained sunny spot and trim lightly after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Alum Root or Coral Bells

Black Taffeta has silky, textured and ruffled black foliage. Leaves are large, darker and shinier than ‘Chocolate Ruffles’. The climate tolerance of this Heuchera (a villosa/micrantha/sanguinea cross) is second to none and the darker foliage makes makes it more sun tolerant than most.

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aka Alum Root Coral Bells

One of the best foliage plants with striking Black coloured wavy leaves. In late spring the foliage is topped off with masses of small white flowers that appear on stiff stems. Best with some shade and good soil that does not dry out too much. Evergreen.

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aka Plantain Lily

The dark green leaves of Hosta 'Albo picta' have bright cream centres that eventually fade to soft green with the coming of early summer. Albopicta has been well regarded and widely grown, largely because of its handsome leaves, large size, and toughness. Deciduous.

Full shade will help keep the margins more distinct.

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aka Plantain lily

Neatly formed small edging hosta. Oval shaped leaves with a thin white edge. Lavender flowers early to mid summer. Deciduous.

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aka Plantain Lily

Heart shaped blue-grey foliage that is attractively 'puckered' and forms a bold clump. The pale mauve bell shaped flowers appear in late spring to early summer. Plant in semi-shade in nice rich moist soil for best results. The clump will keep on improving with age. Deciduous. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

This smaller selection has thick, intensely blue leaves and dainty white-light mauve flowers. Suitable also for planting in mixed containers or tubs. Easily divided in either spring or fall, but plants may be left alone for years. Deciduous. Perennial.

Hosta go completely dormant in the fall, and the dying foliage can be removed any time before mid spring.

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aka Plantain Lily

This large variety of Hosta its grown for its gorgeous powdery blue grey heart shaped leaves with thick texture. Pale mauve to white flowers. Very impressive. Can be used as under planting on evergreen trees for protection from the sun. Deciduous.

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aka Plantain Lily

This little sweetie will win you over even if you don't like Mice! The thick blue-grey rounded foliage forms a very neat little clump. The spring-summer flowers are pale mauve but really it's about the foliage. Plant in semi-shade in nice rich moist soil. Hosta of the Year 2008. Deciduous. Perennial

As with many 'blue' Hostas this form is reasonably slug resistant.

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aka Plantain Lily

This handsome Hosta is HUGE so make sure you give it room to grow and develop to its full glory. The large blue leaves are textured, ribbed and shiny. Will make a real statement in a semi-shaded and moist spot in the garden. White flowers in late spring-summer. Award Winner. Deciduous. Perennial.

Did you know that Hostas that have blue tones in the leaf are less susceptible to slug and snail damage?

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aka Plantain Lily

An erect, medium hosta featuring cupped, wedge-shaped, heavily searsuckered, blue-green leaves and racemes of bell-shaped, pale lavender flowers. A dependable and versatile perennial requiring little care. Dense foliage crowds out most garden weeds. Deciduous. Perennial.

Did you know that Hostas that have blue tones in the leaf are less susceptible to slug and snail damage?

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aka Plantain Lily

Captain Kirk is a stunning hosta displaying a wide 5cm green margin on gold centres - impressive. The colour holds well and it is a robust full bodied hosta of medium size with pale lavender blooms in late spring. Deciduous perennial

Named after a Star Trek character

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Light green oval shaped leaves with a dash of pretty cream on the margin which adds a bright contrast in a shaded position. Prefers dappled light and moist soil. Deciduous. Purple flowers held above the foliage.

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aka Plantain Lily

Be prepared to be seriously wowed by this very large, lush Hosta. The huge emerald green leaves are of good substance and eventually form a significant clump. White blooms in late spring. Give this one room to grow as it will only get better with age. Best in semi-shade. Deciduous perennial. PVR.

Empress Wu is named after the only female Empress of China.

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aka Plantain Lily

Firn Line is a gorgeously striking hosta with blue, thick, heart-shaped leaves accented with wide, creamy margin that matures to pure white. Pale lavender flowers appear early summer. Plant in a shady spot in nice rich moist soil for best results. Perennial.

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aka Plantain lily

Green leaves with a distinctive red blush that intensifies in spring and early summer.

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Forms an impressive clump of thick, pointed, grey-blue leaves, topped in late summer with spikes of light lavender flowers. A strong grower with rippled margins and slight cupping towards the stem. Great as a bulk planting in morning sun and afternoon shade or dappled light.

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aka Plantain Lily

A tidy mound of bold green leaves with a narrow white margin. Vigorous grower. Lavender flowers. Grown mainly for their colourful foliage, they like a shady site with moisture. Protect from slugs and snails. Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse. Deciduous perennial.

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aka Plantain lily

Leaves with a white line between yellow centre and blue edge. Full Monty is a large Hosta with lavender flowers that grows in half shade/shade. Hostas perform best when grown in moist soil with protection from afternoon sun. Clumps will become more dramatic each growing season. Deciduous perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

Bright yellow heart shaped leaves with slight ruffling on edges. Grown mainly for their colourful foliage, they like a shady site with moisture. Purple flowers. A large hosta. Pest resistant. Protect from slugs and snails.

Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse.

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aka Plantain Lily

Heart shaped golden foliage with hints of lime form a neat, tidy clump that will light up a shady part of the garden. In late spring-summer stems of mauve flowers rise above the foliage. More sun-tolerant than many Hostas but will probably still do best in the shade. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

Light up a shady corner with this attractive Hosta that that creamy yellow leaves with green margins. Stems of pale lavender flowers in summer. Quickly forms a robust clump of foliage and just gets better with age. Prefers rich moist soil. Perennial.

Grown mainly for their colourful foliage, they like a shady site with moisture. Protect from slugs and snails. Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse.

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aka Plantain Lily

This award winning Hosta has broad heart shaped leaves approximately 10cm long that come in tones of green outlined with golden yellow. Forms a bold clump. Stems of mauve bell shaped blooms in early summer. Plant in a semi-shaded spot in nice rich moist soil. Perennial. RHS AGM.

Grown mainly for their colourful foliage, they like a shady site with moisture. Protect from slugs and snails. Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse.

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Dramatic and unique at the same time. Medium to large leaves that are rounded and corrugated in tones of yellow. Forms a magnificent clump especially in a shady corner. Stems of white flowers in summer. Plant in rich moist soil for best results. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

Twisted slender, yellow leaves with wavy curled edges of blue- ree, that randomly streaks to the centre. Lavender flowers in summer.

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aka Plantain Lily

A lovely little Hosta with the most gorgeous blue-green foliage of good substance. In summer spikes of pale lavender flowers stand above the foliage. Plant in soil that does not completely dry out in summer and protect from slug and snail damage. Perennial.

Grown mainly for their colourful foliage, they like a shady site with moisture. Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse.

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aka Plantain Lily

Narrow blue green leaves. Forms a small tidy mound. Lavender flowers appear on spikes in summer. Happiest in a moist shady position that does not dry out in summer, with protection from the afternoon sun. Protect from slugs and snails. Deciduous perennial.

Grown mainly for their colourful foliage. Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse.

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aka Plantain Lily

This is just a lovely Hosta with heart shaped leaves in a soft blue-gray shade. Eventually forms a medium sized clump and produces masses of mauve flower spikes in late spring. Happiest in a moist shady position with protection from the afternoon sun. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

A handsome Hosta with bold foliage of heavy substance. The leaves are cream in the centre with tones of apple green and blue-grey around the edges. Forms a lovely clump that just gets better with age. White flowers in late spring. Plant in semi-shade in rich moist soil. Perennial. PVR.

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aka Plantain Lily

A very attractive Hosta with large ribbed rich green leaves that form a graceful arching clump. In late spring white bell like flowers rise above the foliage on long stalks. Prefers semi-shade and rich moist soil. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

An award winning Hosta with grey-blue leaves overlaid strongly with splashes of light yellow. Very striking as the clump matures. Violet flowers in late spring-summer but really it is all about the foliage. Plant in semi-shade in nice rich soil that retains moisture. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

Kiwi Sunshine forms a medium size mound of leaves that emerge yellow gold in colour and then turn green as the season progresses. Kiwi Sunshine has pale lavender flowers and grows in half shade/shade. The height is 35 to 45 cm and the growth is medium to slow. Deciduous

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aka Plantain Lily

Small to medium sized hosta with bright greenish yellow lance shaped leaves. Flowers are lavender. Plant in soil that does not completely dry out in summer and protect from slug and snail damage. Perennial.

Grown mainly for their colourful foliage, they like a shady site with moisture. Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse.

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aka Plantain Lily

The lime green leaves of Hosta 'Lime Passion' are long and deeply veined. Full shade will help keep the margins more distinct. Hardy. Deciduous

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aka Plantain Lily

A bold and striking Hosta with heart shaped leaves of good substance. The leaves have a white central zone with a strong broad green margin. Imagine a group of these lighting up a shady corner. Stems of lavender flowers in late spring-summer. Plant in nice rich moist soil. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

Named after popular Hosta Hybridizer the late Mildred Seaver this Hosta will delight you with large textured green leaves that have white margins. Stems of lavender flowers in summer. Plant in a shady spot in nice rich moist soil for best results. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

Dainty little green leaves on a dwarf plant no more than 12cm high. Mauve flowers. Excellent for edging. Grown mainly for their colourful foliage, they like a shady site with moisture. Protect from slugs and snails. Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse.

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aka Plantain Lily

Beautiful dark green leaves that are broadly splashed with white form a dramatic clump to light up those shady corners of the garden. The flowers which appear from late spring to summer are a soft lavender shade. Plant in nice rich moist soil. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

A dramatic large leafed Hosta that eventually forms a bold clump of wavy green foliage edged strongly in white. In summer stems of mauve bell shaped flowers stand above the foliage. Happy in semi-shaded position in soil that does not dry out in summer. Perennial.

Use this Hosta in large drifts under deciduous trees or by pond and stream margins. As with all Hostas it is best to practice slug and snail protection.

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aka Plantain Lily

Praying Hands is unusual & considered to be a premium Hosta. It's very upright, narrow leaves are folded, resembling two hands folded in prayer. Leaves are dark green & rippled, with narrow, gold margins. It thrives in morning sun and afternoon shade. Will tolerate dappled light all day.

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aka Plantain Lily

This stunning large specimen selection has powdery grey-blue leaves, edged in creamy white. Tall stems of lavender flowers appear in August. Suitable also for planting in mixed containers or tubs.

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aka Plantain Lily

The bright blue-green, heavily corrugated, cupped leaves have deep quilting which intensifies as the plant matures. The late spring flowers are of the purest white. This is one of the large hosta varieties. The clumps will become more dramatic each growing season. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

An award winning Hosta with dramatic, ribbed foliage shaded green with creamy-white margins. Makes a beautiful clump for a shady spot. Pale lavender flowers in late spring-summer. Plant in rich moist soil for best results. This variety shows good resistance to slugs. Perennial. RHS AGM.

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aka Plantain Lily

A beautiful Hosta with clean silver blue foliage that forms a robust clump that simply gets better with age. In summer stems of nodding bell like mauve flowers appear above the leaves. Plant in semi-shade in nice rich moist soil for best results. Can be container grown. Perennial.

This Hosta was bred right here in the Waikato.

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aka Plantain Lily

The pretty yellow leaves with a dark green margins have prominent veins throughout which give this hosta a stained glass window effect. Sun tolerant. Likes fertile soil and needs adequate moisture if grown in full sun. Has wonderfully scented pale lavender flowers in late summer. Perennial

Great for container or garden use.

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aka Plantain Lily

Striptease has a very unusual “lightening strike” of white running around and through the lime green centre. The dark green leaves are centred with a bright chartreuse that fades during summer to a light green. The strip of pure white sometimes doesn't appear until plants are mature. Perennial

This hosta forms a sizeable clump.

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aka Plantain Lily

A medium – large hosta with dark green leaves with wide irregular, chartreuse to yellow margins. Bell shaped lavender flowers in spring. This hosta is sure to brighten your shade garden. Best in a bit of sun to bring out the beautiful colouring. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

Dramatic large leaves that are rounded and corrugated in tones of blue-green with pale yellow margins. Forms a magnificent clump especially in a shady corner. Stems of pale lavender flowers in summer. Plant in rich moist soil for best results. Perennial.

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aka Plantain Lily

Treasure Trove has large green leaves with variable wide creamy-white margins. In late Spring plants are topped with lavender flowers. Multiplies quickly forming a delightful and sometimes amazing clump. Large mound size at maturity.

Grown mainly for their colourful foliage, they like a shady site with moisture. Protect from slugs and snails. Winter dormancy. Ideal for the south side of the house en masse.

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aka Plantain Lily

An award winning Hosta with handsome heart shaped leaves in green with a broad rich cream margin. Stems of mauve bell shaped flowers appear in late Spring/summer. Happiest in moist soil with protection from the afternoon sun. The clumps will only improve with maturity. Perennial.

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aka Mophead Hydrangea

Mophead Hydrangea. Tight rounded heads of bright pink petals edged with white set against dark green foliage make this easy to grow Hydrangea highly desirable. Has a dense bushy habit. Plant in morning sun or dappled shade in humus rich soil for best results. Deciduous.

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aka Lacecap Hydrangea

Lacecap. Gorgeous, large flattened flower-heads made up of a tight central zone of tiny flowers in tones of pink and blue surrounded by an outer halo of pink and white florets. Handsome green foliage completes the picture. Plant in morning sun or dappled light. Deciduous.

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aka Mophead Hydrangea

Mophead. Gorgeous blood red to Aubergine coloured flowers that deepen to purple. Dark green foliage. Best planted in a semi-shaded position in soil that does not completely dry out in summer. AKA Hydrangea Bloody Marvellous Deciduous.

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aka Lacecap Hydrangea

Lacecap. This has a lovely dark purple/black flushed foliage especially in the cooler climates. The flowers are big and bold pink appearing in early spring, covering most of the plant which is itself mounded and compact. A real head turner in the garden or in a pot on the deck. Deciduous.

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aka Mophead Hydrangea

Mophead. This has a lovely dark purple/black flushed foliage especially in the cooler climates. The flowers are big and bold red appearing in early spring, covering most of the plant which is itself mounded and compact. Will look stunning in the garden or a pot on the deck. Deciduous.

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aka Pink Jasmine

Jasminum Beesianum is a popular climber with deep rose pink slightly fragrant flowers in mid summer along the stems. Unpruned it can reach a height of around 5m easy to trimmed into shape after flowering. Grow on walls, trellis or fences; a good screening plant. Loved by bees. Evergreen

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aka Primrose Jasmine

Jasminum mesnyi is one of the true yellow jasmines. This ornamental climber is both vigorous and hardy. They rich yellow flowers are not known to be fragrant but for sheer colour display it is a winner. Responds well to pruning after flowering. Excellent bonsai jasmine. Evergreen.

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aka Purple Sweet Potato

Another tuber (edible root). Kumara is a marvellously versatile vegetable. Like potatoes, it can be cooked in many ways and has the added advantage of being packed with antioxidants with a lower GI. It has a pleasant, sweet taste and when mashed is delightfully smooth. Great for kids. Perennial

Plant maturity is approximately 120 days and depends on sunshine hours. Heirloom Kumara

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aka Trailing Lantana

Lantana montevidensis Alba is a trailing form of Lantana. The blooms are white, appear in masses from spring to autumn. Purple Trailing Lantana’s foliage will change to a red to purple color in the colder months. The foliage is very aromatic. Evergreen.

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aka English Lavender

Lavandula. Bright violet blue flowers on long "pickable" stems and an intense perfume make this English Lavender one to add to your collection. Easy to grow in a warm well drained position. Trim after flowering to encourage strong healthy new growth. Suitable for drying and hedging. Evergreen. RHS AGM

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aka English Lavender

Lavandula. An 'English' type Lavender with deliciously aromatic foliage and flowers. The grey leaves are off set by dark purple flower heads that appear from summer through to early autumn. Makes a lovely hedge. Trims well (after flowering). Plant in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen

After trimming your Lavender dry the flower heads to use for potpourri. Top tip - put dried Lavender in the vacuum cleaner bag to perfume your whole home and keep the vacuum smelling sweet.

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aka English Lavender

Lavandula. English Lavender. A highly fragrant Lavender with arching silver grey foliage and stems of dainty flowers that have a silver hue toned with soft violet. Very pretty when in full flower during summer. Plant in a warm well drained spot. Trim after flowering. Evergreen. PVR.

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aka French Lavender

Lavandula Hybrid. A popular Lavender that produces an abundance of long stemmed, dark lavender flower heads through-out the summer. These are used commercially for dried flowers and oil production. Just lovely in the garden and will help attract bees. Well worth planting for the fragrance alone.

'Grosso' is probably one of the most deliciously fragrant of all the Lavenders available to gardeners' today. Evergreen.