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Sporobolus airoides is native to western North America, Central Mexico and parts of Canada. It is able to grow in desert regions and in soils with high salt content. Prefers a well drained sunny spot. Perfect in gravel gardens or gardens of a re-wilding nature. The foliage ranges in colour from silvery-green in Summer to golden with orange hues in Autumn. Summer flowering is a cloudy haze of pink seed heads which rise on tall upright stems above the foliage. 80-100cm high x 60cm wide.

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A sculpturally interesting grass of architectural quality. Where Stipa gigantea can't be grown due to climatic difficulties, Sporobolus wrightii can fill the niche. A large grass (1.2-1.8m tall), the foliage is light grey/green from which soft feathery seed heads are produced in Summer. These 'feathers' change to a golden straw colour in late Summer and then to a bronze in Autumn. Best cut back in early Spring to allow the new growth to look fresh and clean. Native to Arizona, California, Texas and northern Mexico. Very drought tolerant but will look at its best with some irrigation. Will grow in all soil types in full sun. 

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Peruvian Feather Grass. Also known as Jarava Ichu. A gorgeous and impressive perennial grass which features silver-white slender leaves. Golden mustard coloured foliage tones during late Autumn and Winter. Drought tolerant to 80cm. A recipient of the Award of Garden Merit from the RHS. 

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Commonly known as Stokes' Aster, this hardy herbaceous perennial has rosettes of lance-like leaves with a beautiful display of violet blue daisy-like flowers held aloft on stems from late summer through to autumn. Full sun. 40cm x 40cm.

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Stokes Aster grows naturally in the south east USA where they enjoy moist, acid soil. 'Mega Mels' was developed in Holland. The plant has mid green leaves which are relatively upright and support violet lavender cornflower-like flowers. In comparison to other Stokes' Asters, 'Mega Mels' has much larger flowers which can reach 10-12cm across. A very showy perennial. Frost tolerant. 40cm x 40cm. Flowers in Summer / Autumn. 

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Bred in the Netherlands 'Mel's Blue' is a superior form of Stokes Aster. It has an upright habit making the blooms very visible. Periwinkle blue flowers with a hint of purple cover the plant in late Summer to Autumn. 45-60cm tall. 'Mel's Blue' handles most conditions but must have good drainage. Great in containers but equally as good in garden conditions. Combines well with Andropogon, Lavender and Sedum. 

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Native to India and Sri Lanka, Strobilanthes gossypinus forms a rounded, dense mound with evergreen leaves covered in silver-grey fur. The word 'gossypinus' means cotton-like in latin, which refers to the masses of shiny hairs on the surface of the leaves, providing a shimmering silvery gold appearance in the sunlight. A designer's dream, this plant looks neat all year round and its unique foliage colour and texture contrasts beautifully along side other plants. We have found Strobilanthes gossypinus to perform well in both full sun and shady situations, whether in the garden or in pots or planters. Tolerates dry conditions and coastal spots where the furry leaves resist salt laden winds. The only requirement for this plant is a frost free environment and free draining soil. Whilst it's foliage is the feature of this plant, it does produce soft mauve, tubular flowers in elongated panicles above the foliage. Grows approximately 1m high x 1.5m wide. 

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Madeira Germander is a plant we have grown for some time without venturing to propagate it - until now. It is a great small evergreen shrub to 80cm with scallop edged apple green leaves. Attractive even without flowers. Through late Spring and Summer upright 10cm tall spikes of rose violet flowers appear. A stunning floral display. Enjoys full sun and (as with all Teucrium) well drained soil. Can handle dry periods to the point of being able to become Summer dormant. A great plant that should be used in the landscape more regularly.