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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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Stunning white blooms on upright stems set this variety apart from all others. Often called the American Coneflower, Stokesia prefer moist soils with good drainage but more surprisingly good heat and drought tolerance. 30-40cm in height. 

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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. 

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Native to Iran and the Caucasus Mountains north of Iran. 'Purple Tails is a tough plant that is tolerant of extreme heat and cold once established. The flowers are the colour of grape bubble gum or a dusky purple/red. They stand vertical 10-15cm in length and provide contrast to well rounded neighbours. Handles virtually any situation and soil type (except heavy clay). The foliage is apple green, sage-like and rather course. Height 60cm x 40cm wide. 

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Elegant deep purple foliage with darker stems leads up to dome shaped flower heads consisting of hundreds of tiny tubular flowers in a beautiful shade of violet. Blooms over a long period and makes a great cut flower. Bees and insect pollinators find the flowers irresistible. 75cm high x 40cm. Handles light frost. Combines well with silver foliage plants and sedums. 

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The biggest plant and the biggest flowers in the world of 'Society Garlics'. Really strong growth on a high performance plant. Grey-green strappy foliage to 60cm which is topped with mauve pink heads of Agapanthus style flowers. So good we prefer this plant to regular Tulbaghia violaceae which has been a mainstay in our plant stocks for over a decade.