Perennials
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Kniphofia rufa 'Rasta'
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Planted in our gravel garden, Kniphofia rufa 'Rasta' becomes the central focus when it is in flower. The unusual eye catching tall flower stems rise from the arching grass like foliage in mid Summer. The flowers themselves are coral red and lime with spacing between each individual flower, giving a very unique yet fun appearance. 90cm high x 60cm wide.
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Lepechinia salviae
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Very similar to Lepechinia hastata, except the flowering period is earlier in Summer-Autumn (instead of Autumn-Winter), plus Lepechinia salviae is a little more compact in form. Blue green arrow shaped leaves on a plant that reaches 1m tall. It behaves very similarly to herbaceous salvias. The foliage is pleasantly aromatic, reminiscent of mild disinfectant. The flowers are magenta in colour, however in combination with the calyx and flower stem they have an overall smokey hue to the magenta. Drought tolerant once established.
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'Dazzle Rocks' is a recently released Limonium, selected for its compact habit and abundance of flowers. It is heat and drought tolerant as well as handling -20ºC. 40cm tall with a sea of lavender blue flowers from early Summer. Great container plant as well as garden specimen. Requires a well drained, sunny position.
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Limonium perezii
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Slightly leathery leaves give rise to papery everlasting mostly purple flowers on strong upright stems. A great plan for coastal areas where is can handle sandy soil and salt air. Also good for inland areas where is handles dry conditions and light frosts. 60cm x 40cm. A low maintenance strong growing plant. Good drainage is required.
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Melianthus major
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Growing up in South Africa, Melianthus major gives many childhood memories. The peanut butter fragrance of the leaves, the unusual blue green serrated foliage, and the large copper chains of fragrant flowers are all distinguishing features. It grew in many of the gardens in my neighbourhood. As a plant, Melianthus major really impresses. It is very low in maintenance requirements and unpruned reaches 2.5m. A bold statement in the garden and certainly handsome. Iron tough!
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Neomarica caerulea
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Stunning rich indigo blue iris-like flowers that appear in waves through late Spring and early Summer are the reason to grow this plant. Whether it is mass planted or a single planting, this Neomarica will not fail to impress. Architectural green-grey foliage adds to the appeal of this drought tolerant Mexican native. Foliage to 1m, flowers to 1.5m.
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'Fascination' is another superb cultivar which was selected by Chris Ghyselen. Requires compost rich, moisture retentive soils that have decent drainage. They are completely herbaceous. 'Fascination' grows to 120cm with a mass of pink flowers that have a touch of salmon colouring. Flowering period is Summer through to early Winter. 1.2m high x 1m wide.
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One of many fabulous Persicarias bred by Belgian Landscape Architect, Chris Ghyselen. Only recently have Persicaria been used widely in garden planting. Their increase in popularity due in part to the influence of Piet Oudolf. The great array of colours and forms available is due to Chris Ghyselen's passion for the development of new cultivars.
Persicarias are fantastic plants to incorporate into the garden. We grow them in amongst Rudbeckia, Sanguisorbia, Helenium, Miscanthus, Panicum and Pennisetum. The soil in these beds is enriched with compost, is moisture retentive and heavily mulched.
'White Eastfield' is a shorter variety that reaches 90cm high and has dark green leaves which are narrow and pointed. Numerous spikes of white slightly drooping flowers appear in Summer and continue until early Winter. 90cm x 90cm. -
Phlomis fruticosa
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Bright golden yellow flowers appear in whorls spiking above the main foliage in mid Spring to Summer. Jerusalem Sage as it is commonly called is tough - drought tolerant, heat tolerant, frost tolerant, rabbit resistant and handles poorer soils. It also has no serious pest or disease problems. It is an evergreen shrub that is native through from Turkey to Italy. 1m x 1m.
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Phlomis platystegia
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This is our favourite Phlomis with an excellent compact form. An intriguing plant, Phlomis platystegia is native to Israel and Jordon. Whorls of strong yellow flowers appear in late Winter and Spring. The foliage is distinctive in that it is olive green on the upper surface and has silver white hairs on the lower surface. These hairs accentuate the wavy leaf margin. It is essential that this Phlomis is planted in a sunny well drained position. One of the few plants to thrive during our hot 2019 drought. Frost tolerant. 1m x 1m.
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This plant is fun. Deep red mahogany flowers with a prominent central cone and petals that droop down make for a spectacular sight. It is long blooming, low maintenance and covered in blooms to 40cm in height. The foliage is mid green and finely cut. 'Red Midget' enjoys full sun and tolerates a wide range of soils. Grows really well in amongst smaller ornamental grasses.
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The stunning new growth is the feature of this woodland perennial. It has the darkest foliage of any Rodgersia. Fissured thick glossy bronze leaves support fluffy pink Astilbe like flowers to a height of 80-90cm. A semi-shaded spot with adequate moisture is required for best performance. 'Bronze Peacock' refers to the emergence of Spring foliage reminiscent of a Peacock's tail.
