Perennial

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Plant Name Description
ACAENA adscendens Evergreen perennial with grey/purple leaves and russet burrs from July to September. Ht 10cm, Sp 90cm.
ACAENA buchananii Semi-evergreen perennial with fine pale grey-green foliage and blue-grey burrs in mid/late summer. Ht 5cm, Sp 80cm.
ACAENA caesiiglauca Evergreen perennial with silvery blue leaves and reddish burrs from July to September. Ht 10cm, Sp 90cm.
ACANTHUS mollis Clump-forming perennial with deeply lobed dark-green leaves to 1m. long. White flowers in late summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 90cm.
ACANTHUS spinosus Stately perennial. Arching deeply cut dark green leaves. White flower spikes with purple bracts, summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 90cm.
ACHILLEA filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold' Tall, back of the border perennial, feathery leaves and flat clusters of bright yellow flowers all summer. Ht 1.5m Sp 45cm.
ACHILLEA grandifolia Tall clump-forming perennial with grey green leaves and white flowerheads summer to autumn. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
ACHILLEA 'Huteri' Very low growing perennial, silvery grey, feathery foliage with white flowers. Definitely one for the rockery. Ht 2cm, Sp 30cm.
ACHILLEA millefolium 'Summer Pastels' Mat forming perennial. Feathery foliage and flat clusters of flowers varying from white, yellow, pink to red, all summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 60cm.
ACHILLEA ptarmica 'The Pearl' Upright perennial with large heads of small, pom-pom like double white flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 75cm.
ACONITUM carmichaelii Erect, late flowering perennial with rich violet blue flowers appearing in early autumn. Ht 1.5m, Sp 50cm.
ACONITUM 'Ivorine' Bushy perennial, with ivory yellow flowers in late spring/early summer, prolific in moist sites. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
ACONITUM 'Spark's Variety' Upright perennial with deeply lobed leaves and deep-violet flowers mid to late summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 45cm.
AEGOPODIUM podagraria 'Varigata' Ground-covering perennial. Dark green leaves are splashed creamy-white. Flat heads of creamy-white flowers in summer. Ht to 60cm, Sp indefinite.
AGAPANTHUS intermedius Blue Perennial with variable mid-blue flowers in mid summer, followed by attractive seed heads. Ht 90cm, Sp 40cm.
AGAPANTHUS 'Jack's Blue' Vigorous clump-forming perennial. The prolific deep purple-blue flowers bloom July to October, Ht 1.5m, Sp 60cm.
AGAPANTHUS 'Snowdrop' Clump-forming perennial with short narrow leaves and heads of hundreds of white flowers from July to September. Ht 50 cm, Sp 60cm.
AGAPANTHUS 'Timaru' Clump-forming perennial with dense heads of vivid blue flowers produced in succession on many stems July to Oct. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
AGASTACHE barberi 'Firebird' Highly aromatic perennial. Silver-grey leaves and terracotta tubular flowers summer/autumn. Ht/Sp 60cm.
AGASTACHE foeniculum Attractive perennial with aniseed-scented pale green leaves and dense spikes of blue/violet flowers all summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
AGASTACHE foeniculum 'Alba' Attractive perennial with aromatic pale green leaves and spikes of white flowers lasting all the summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
AJUGA reptans 'Arctic fox' Creeping evergreen perennial. Leaves are cream and dark green with erect spikes of bright blue flowers in spring. Ht15cm, Sp 80cm.
AJUGA reptans atropurpurea Spreading low-growing evergreen perennial. Electric-blue flowers in early summer stand above dark purple/bronze leaves. Ht 15cm, Sp 80cm.
AJUGA reptans 'Multicolor' Evergreen perennial with bronze green leaves marked with cream and pink. Spikes of small, blue flowers in spring/summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 80cm.
ALCEA rosea Classic cottage garden perennial. Tall spikes of single purple, pink, cream or white flowers in midsummer. Ht 2m, Sp 80cm.
ALCEA rosea 'Nigra' Tall clump forming perennial with dark chocolate brown/maroon single flowers. Ht 1.8m, Sp 60cm.
ALCEA rosea 'Rosea' Tall clump forming perennial with pink/salmon coloured flowers. Ht 1.8m, Sp 60cm.
ALCEA rosea 'Scarlet' Tall clump forming perennial with scarlet coloured flowers. Ht 1.8m, Sp 60cm.
ALCEA rosea 'Yellow Apricot' Tall clump forming perennial with lovely yellow apricot coloured flowers. Ht 1.8m, Sp 60cm.
ALCHEMILLA alpina Low growing perennial. Dark green leaves with silvery edges. Sprays of tiny greenish yellow flowers all summer. Not invasive. Ht 15cm, Sp 30cm.
ALCHEMILLA erythropoda Clump forming perennial with mid-sized leaves and yellowy green flower heads. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
ALCHEMILLA mollis Clump forming perennial with pale green crinkled leaves, abundant greenish yellow flowers. Self seeds freely. Ht/Sp50cm.
ALLIUM caeruleum Lovely ornamental onion, small compact heads of deep cornflower blue flowers in early summer. Ht 60cm.
ALLIUM cernuum Nodding heads of mid to deep pink flowers appear on stiff stems in early summer. Ht 40cm, Sp 10cm.
ALLIUM giganteum Tall pale leaves wither just before the classy, tightly packed purple flower balls appear in early summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 20cm.
ALLIUM 'Globemaster' Bulbous perennial with stately heads in huge globes of star shaped violet flowers appearing in mid summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 20cm.
ALLIUM 'Purple Sensation' Striking bulbous perennial with pale purple flower heads the size of tennis balls appearing in mid summer. Ht 1m, Sp 25cm.
ALLIUM schubertii Bulbous perennial with giant flower heads of lilac pink in June. Ht 30-60cm.
ANACYCLUS depressus Prostrate perennial with summer clusters of white daisy-like flower heads radiating out. Ht 5cm, Sp 20cm.
ANAPHALIS margaritacea Bushy perennial with silvery grey/green leaves masses of long-lasting small white flowers on erect stems in late summer. Ht/Sp 60cm.
ANAPHALIS triplinervis 'Summer Snow' Clump forming bush perennial with pale grey/green leaves and brilliant white summer flowers. Ht 80cm, Sp 60cm.
ANCHUSA azurea 'Loddon Royalist' Sturdy, erect, clump-forming perennial. Dark green leaves and branching spikes of bright deep blue flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
ANEMONE coronaria 'Hollandia' Upright perennial with single scarlet flowers in May/June, then dormant. Ht 30cm, Sp 15cm.
ANEMONE coronaria 'Lord Lieutenant Perennial with semi-double, deep blue/indigo flowers in May/June, then dormant. Prefers light soils in full sun. Ht 35cm, Sp 15cm.
ANEMONE coronaria 'Mr Fokker' Upright perennial with single violet-blue flowers in spring, going dormant after flowering. Ht 40cm, Sp 15cm.
ANEMONE coronaria 'Mt Everest' Perennial with semi-double white flowers in May/June, then dormant. Best in light soils with plenty of sun. Ht 35cm, Sp 15cm.
ANEMONE coronaria 'Sylphide' Upright perennial with single violet-rose flowers in May/June, going dormant after flowering. Light soils, full sun. Ht 35cm, Sp 15cm.
ANEMONE coronaria 'The Bride' Upright perennial with semi-double, pure white flowers, going dormant after flowering. Prefers light soils, full sun. Ht 35cm, Sp 15cm.
ANEMONE coronaria 'The Govenor' Perennial with semi-double scarlet flowers in May/June, then dormant. Likes light soils with plenty of sun. Ht 35cm, Sp 15cm.
ANEMONE hupehensis hybrida 'Pamina' Erect perennial with dark green basal leaves. Branched stems bear semi-double lavender-rose flowers in summer. Ht 85cm, Sp 40cm.
ANEMONE hupehensis praecox Upright perennial with dark pink flowers. Moist, not winter wet soil, sun/shade. Ht 70cm, Sp 40cm.
ANEMONE hupehensis 'Rose' Upright woody perennial with dark green leaves and stems of pink flowers. Moist fertile soil in sun/part shade. Ht 75cm, Sp 40cm.
ANEMONE hupehensis 'September Charm' Upright perennial with dark green leaves and pale pink flowers in summer. Prefers moist soils but hates winter wet. Ht 70cm, Sp 40cm.
ANEMONE hybrida 'Crispa' Perennial with unusual crispy leaves and pale pink flowers on wiry stems in late summer. Moist fertile soils in full/part sun. Not winter wet. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
ANEMONE hybrida 'Honorine Jobert' Outstanding perennial with slightly cupped, single white flowers on wiry stems, late summer. Moist fertile soils, full/part sun. Ht 1.5m, Sp 60cm.
ANEMONE hybrida 'Queen Charlotte' Vigorous perennial with semi-double pure pink flowers. Moist, well drained soils in full/part sun. Ht 80cm, Sp 60cm.
ANEMONE multifida Perennial with pale creamy yellow flowers in summer, appearing above deeply cut foliage. Ht 30cm, Sp 15cm
ANEMONE multifida red Perennial with small, rather pale reddish flowers in late spring. Well drained soils in sun or partial shade. Ht 30cm, Sp 15cm.
ANEMONE rivularis Perennial with delicate cup shaped white summer flowers. Sun or partial shade. Ht 60cm, Sp 30cm.
ANEMONE tomentosa 'Robustissima' Clump-forming perennial. Mid-green leaves with clusters of pale pink flowers late summer. Ht to l.5m, Sp 60cm.
ANTENNARIA aprica 'Rosea' Semi-evergreen, mat-forming perennial. Greyish green spoon-shaped leaves, and pink flowerheads in late spring. Ht 5cm, Sp 20cm
ANTHEMIS cupaniana Woody perennial with silvery grey/green foliage and large white daisy shaped flowers all summer. Ht 40cm, Sp 60cm.
ANTHEMIS 'Dwarf Yellow' Compact prostrate perennial with mid green leaves and bright long lasting acid-yellow daisy like flowers in summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 20cm.
ANTHEMIS tinctoria Clump forming perennial with a mass of daisy like, creamy flower heads borne singly in summer on slim stems. Ht 90cm, Sp 90cm.
ANTHEMIS tinctoria 'E C Buxton' Clump forming perennial with a mass of daisy like, lemon yellow flower heads borne singly in summer on slim stems. Ht 90cm, Sp 90cm.
ANTHEMIS tinctoria 'Grallah Gold' Clump forming perennial with long lasting daisy-like golden flowerheads. Ht/Sp 80cm.
ANTHEMIS tinctoria 'Sauce Hollandaise' Clump forming perennial with long-lasting clear pale cream flowers in summer above mid-green leaves. Ht/Sp 60cm.
ANTHRISCUS sylvestris 'Ravenswing' Short-lived perennial, self seeds freely. Wonderful black leafed variety of the wild cow parsley. White/pink flowers. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
AQUILEGIA alpina Perennial with attractive well cut foliage, followed by clear blue-violet flowers on slender stems in spring-early summer. Ht 45cm Sp 15cm.
AQUILEGIA McKana Hybrids Vigorous short lived perennial. Long spurred single flowers in summer can be blue, yellow, red and white. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
AQUILEGIA 'Ruby Port' Herbaceous perennial with double deep maroon flowers in early summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 50cm.
AQUILEGIA skinneri Low perennial with attractive fern-like leaves and deep yellow flowers with bright red spurs in summer, repeating till Sept. Ht 45cm, Sp 30cm.
AQUILEGIA vulgaris 'Nora Barlow' Herbaceous perennial with double pink and cream 'pom-pom' flowers in summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
AQUILEGIA vulgaris vervaeneana 'Woodside' Clump-forming perennial with pale green and cream leaves and deep maroon flowers early summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 50cm.
AQUILEGIA 'William Guiness' Herbaceous perennial with striking bi-coloured flowers, the top half is white, and the lower an almost black purple. Ht/Sp 60cm.
AQUILEGIA 'Yellow Queen' Herbaceous perennial with large pale yellow flowers, and long spurs. Ht 75cm, Sp 45cm.
ARABIS caucasicum 'Variegata' Fairly vigorous spreading perennial, grey-green foliage with creamy yellow variegation and white flowers. Ht 15cm, Sp 50cm.
ARABIS procurrens 'Variegata' Quite tightly matted perennial with variegated foliage with masses of small white flowers in late spring. Ht 8cm, Sp 50cm.
ARENARIA montana Prostrate mat-like perennial with prominent white flowers in summer. Good spreader. Ht 4cm, Sp 30cm.
ARISARUM proboscideum Low growing perennial with dark green arrow shaped leaves and dark purple-brown spathes with a long 'mouse tail'. Ht 15cm, Sp 25cm.
ARMERIA caespitosa Clump-forming evergreen perennial. Tightly packed grassy foliage, with small purple/pink flowerheads in April/May. Ht 6cm Sp 15cm.
ARMERIA maritima 'Alba' Clump-forming evergreen perennial, with grassy leaves and rounded white flowerheads in early summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
ARTEMISIA absinthum Perennial. Silvery grey enticingly aromatic leaves on woody stems with rather insignificant late summer flowers. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
ARTEMISIA absinthum 'Lambrook Silver' Woody perennial. Deeply incisive silvery grey foliage, with small pale yellow late summer flowers. Ht 75cm, Sp 90cm.
ARTEMISIA lactiflora Classy, tall perennial with jagged leaves and long-lasting creamy white flower heads in late summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 60cm.
ARTEMISIA lactiflora 'Guizhou' Upright perennial. Young foliage tends to purple, with long-lasting white flowerheads in late summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 60cm.
ARTEMISIA lactiflora 'Variegata' Clump-forming perennial with variegated green/cream leaves and long-lasting creamy white flowerheads. Ht 1.5m, Sp 60cm.
ARTEMISIA ludoviciana Herbaceous perennial with silvery white leaves and browny yellow flowers in late summer. Ht 1.2m Sp 60cm.
ARTEMISIA scmidtiana 'Nana' Superb bushy, prostrate perennial with fern-like, silver foliage. Insignificant daisy like, yellow flowers in summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 20cm.
ARTEMISIA stelleriana Compact, spreading, evergreen perennial with well-cut silver grey leaves. Ht 15cm, Sp 40cm.
ARTHROPODIUM candidum 'Purpureum' Deciduous perennial with linear bronze leaves and panicles of small white flowers in summer. Protect from frost. Ht 20cm, Sp 10cm.
ARUM italicum Perennial with green, white veined leaves and pale green-white spathes summer then red berries. Ht 30cm, Sp 15cm.
ARUNCUS aethusifolius Compact clump forming perennial with lovely long lasting creamy flower sprays in early summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 30cm.
ARUNCUS dioicus Hummock forming perennial with tall branching plumes of tiny, creamy white flowers. Prefers well-drained sunny soils. Ht 2m, Sp 1.2m.
ARUNCUS dioicus 'Kneiffii' Herbaceous perennial. Finely divided, fern-like leaves, with white fluffy flower spikes appearing in June/July. Ht 1.2m Sp 45cm.
ASARINA procumbens Semi-evergreen perennial with trailing stems bearing soft, hairy leaves and pale creamy yellow snapdragon flowers. Ht 5cm, Sp 60cm.
ASPHODELINE lutea Striking, clump-forming perennial with spiky narrow leaves, and dense spires of star-shaped yellow flowers in late spring. Ht 1.5m, Sp 50cm.
ASTER amellus Low perennial with deep green foliage and lilac blue flowers in late summer. Ht 45cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTER amellus 'Pink Zenith' Low growing perennial with dark green foliage and soft pink flowers in late summer. Ht 45cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTER novae-angliae 'Alma Potschke' Upright perennial with dense clusters of glorious pinky purple flower heads with dark yellow centres in autumn. Ht 1.2m, Sp 80cm.
ASTER novae-angliae 'Barr's Violet' Upright perennial with semi-double, deep violet-blue flowerheads in late summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 80cm.
ASTER novae-angliae 'Herbstschnee' Upright perennial with spectacular large white flowerheads in late summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 80cm
ASTER novae-angliae 'Lye End Beauty' Tall upright perennial with lilac pink flowers in late summer. Ht 1.7m, Sp 80cm.
ASTER novi-belgii 'Fellowship' Upright perennial with large double deep pink flowers in late summer. Ht/Sp 90cm.
ASTER novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill' Upright perennial with dark ruby-red flowers lasting from late summer to mid-autumn. Ht 90cm, Sp 80cm.
ASTILBE arendsii 'Feuer' Clump-forming perennial with tall strong deep crimson-red plumes in summer. Ht/Sp 75cm,
ASTILBE 'Bumalda' Low growing perennial for front of border. Deep bronze-purple foliage with pale cream flowers. A real charmer. Ht/Sp 45cm
ASTILBE chinensis pumila Dwarf perennial variety, with reddy green leaves and feathery pink flowerheads appearing in late summer. Ht 25cm, Sp 20cm.
ASTILBE chinensis 'Visions in Red' Vigorous tough clump-forming perennial with bronze-green leaves and deep-red buds opening to pinky-red flowers late summer. Ht 38cm.
ASTILBE 'Deutschland' Mid-sized perennial with white flower spikes in summer. Ht 50cm, Sp 30cm.
ASTILBE 'Fanal' Leafy perennial with very attractive feathery crimson red flowers that turn brown and keep their shape in winter. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTILBE 'Hyacinth' Perennial with bright green foliage and feathery plumes of lilac pink flowers in mid/late summer. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
ASTILBE 'Irrlicht' Perennial with dark green foliage topped by stunning pure white, feathery flower plumes in late spring/early summer. Ht 50cm, Sp 1m.
ASTILBE japonica 'Montgomery' Clump-forming perennial with plumes of deep red flowers over dark red-bronze foliage in summer. Ht 60cm Sp 45cm.
ASTILBE japonica 'Rheinland' Herbaceous perennial. Mid green foliage, with upright rich pink flower panicles. Ht 50cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTILBE 'Jo Ophorst' Clump-forming perennial for moist sites. Dense erect spikes of lilac-tinted pink flowers late summer. Ht 1.4m, Sp 60cm.
ASTILBE 'Red Admiral' Upright perennial with red flower spikes in summer. Ht 50cm, Sp 30cm
ASTILBE 'Snowdrift' Upright perennial with tall white flowers mid/late summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTILBE 'Sprite' Clump forming perennial. Mid-green leaves and feathery spikes of shell-pink flowers in summer. Ht 50cm, Sp 1m.
ASTILBE 'William Buchanan' Dwarf perennial variety, with red tinted leaves and white/pink flowers in mid/late summer. Ht 25cm, Sp 20cm.
ASTRANTIA major Clump forming perennial. Green veined white flower bracts, occasionally tinted pink in summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTRANTIA major 'Alba' Herbaceous perennial. Deeply lobed, dark green leaves with papery greenish white flowerheads. Ht 60cm, Sp45cm.
ASTRANTIA major 'Claret' Clump-forming perennial with clusters of dark-red flowerhead on dark stems. Ht 75cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTRANTIA major 'Hadspen Blood' Clump forming perennial with deeply lobed, shiny mid-green leaves and papery, dark red flowerheads. Utterly fabulous. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTRANTIA major 'Rubra' Herbaceous perennial. Deeply lobed mid green leaves with small papery mauve-red flowers in summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTRANTIA major 'Sunningdale Variegated' Herbaceous perennial. Deeply incised, bold cream variegated leaves with pinkish flowers in mid summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
ASTRANTIA maxima Herbaceous perennial. Rose pink flower heads during summer and early autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
AUBRETIA 'Blue Cascade' Low growing perennial with masses of blue flowers in spring. Ht 5cm, Sp 60cm
AUBRETIA 'Pink Cascade' Low growing perennial with masses of pink flowers in spring. Ht 5cm, Sp 60cm.
AUBRETIA 'Purple Cascade' Low growing perennial with masses of purple flowers in spring. Ht 5cm, Sp 60cm.
AUBRETIA 'Red Cascade' Low growing perennial with masses of red flowers in spring. Ht 5cm, Sp 60cm.
BAPTISTA australis Spreading perennial with deep green leaves and racemes of pea-like dark blue flowers flecked white, then seed pods. Ht 1.5m, Sp 60cm.
BELLEVALIA pycnantha Robust bulbous perennial with green strappy leaves. Upright cone-shaped navy-blue flowerheads in spring. Ht 30cm, Sp 5cm.
BERGENIA 'Abendglut' Clump-forming perennial with red tinted green leaves ruby beneath and maroon in winter. Semi-double magenta flowers on red stems in spring. Ht 25cm, Sp 50cm.
BERGENIA cordifolia Evergreen clump forming perennial, with rounded, leathery leaves. Light pink flowers in spring. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
BERGENIA cordifolia 'Lilac Rose' Evergreen clump forming perennial. Lilac pink flowers in spring. Ht/Sp 60cm.
BERGENIA 'Morgenrote' Clump-forming evergreen perennial with deep green leaves and reddish-pink flowers in spring. May repeat flower. Ht 40cm, Sp 50cm.
BERGENIA 'Silberlicht' Clump-forming perennial with green scalloped leaves and white flowers ageing to pink in spring. Ht to 45cm, Sp to 60cm.
BERGENIA varigata Clump-forming evergreen perennial. Leathery glossy leaves are green and cream. Pink flowers in spring. Ht 25cm, Sp to 60cm.
BERGENIA 'Wintermarchen' Clump-forming perennial with ovate deep green leaves, red-purple beneath red tinged in winter. Dark rose-red flowers spring. Ht 40cm, Sp 50cm.
BRUNNERA macrophylla Herbaceous perennial with dark green heart shaped leaves and bright blue flowers in spring. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
BRUNNERA macrophylla 'Dawson's White' Herbaceous perennial. Mid green leaves have pure white margins. Bright blue flowers in spring. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
BRUNNERA macrophylla 'Jack Frost' Herbaceous perennial. Silver leaves have a narrow green edge and veins and bright blue flowers in spring. Ht 50cm, Sp 60cm.
CALTHA palustris 'Alba' Perennial with attractive single white 'buttercup' blooms from April to June. Harmful if eaten. Ht 25, Sp 30cm.
CALTHA palustris 'Flore Pleno' Perennial with rounded, dark green leaves and clusters of double, bright golden-yellow flowers in early spring. Ht 25cm, Sp 40 cm.
CAMPANULA alliariifolia Vigorous clump-forming perennial with grey hairy leaves and white bell-shaped flowers from summer to autumn. Ht 50cm, Sp 45cm.
CAMPANULA carpatica Clump forming perennial with masses of long lasting blue cup shaped blooms usually on single stems. Ht 30cm, Sp 60 +cm.
CAMPANULA carpatica alba Clump forming perennial. Masses of long lasting pure white cup shaped blooms on single stems. Full/partial sun. Ht 30cm, Sp to 50cm.
CAMPANULA garganica Rock garden perennial with profuse bright blue flowers in summer. Can be grown on walls or banks. Ht 5cm, Sp 30cm.
CAMPANULA glomerata 'Superba' Vigorous Clump-forming perennial with deep purple flowers in summer. Cut back for second flush. Ht 50cm, Sp Indefinite.
CAMPANULA 'Kent Belle' Herbaceous perennial. Very large waxy purple bell-like flowers on upright stems. Ht to 90cm.
CAMPANULA lactiflora Upright perennial with loose cones of flowers in varying shades of white and blue, summer to autumn. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60 cm.
CAMPANULA lactiflora 'Prichard's Variety' Upright perennial with a shimmer of starry violet blue flowers from early summer to late autumn. May need staking. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
CAMPANULA latiloba 'Hidcote Amethyst' Clump forming perennial. Shallow cup-shaped pale amethyst summer flowers with deep purple shading. Ht 90 cm, Sp 45cm.
CAMPANULA latiloba 'Percy Piper'' Clump forming perennial, with shallow cup-shaped rich lavender blue flowers in summer. Ht 75cm, Sp 45cm.
CAMPANULA persicifolia 'Alba Plena' Herbaceous perennial with semi-double long lasting white flowers up tall, straight stems. Sun or partial shade. Ht 60cm, Sp 30cm.
CAMPANULA punctata 'Rubriflora' Herbaceous perennial. Red tinged foliage in spring, with lovely tubular bell shaped pinkish flowers in mid summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 40cm.
CAMPANULA takesimana Fast spreading perennial with sprays of pendant bell-shaped white flowers, flushed pink and spotted maroon inside. Ht 50cm, Sp to 1m.
CARDIOCRIUM giganteum Bulbous perennial with spectacular white trumpet-shaped scented flowers in summer. Needs rich, sheltered site, partial shade. Ht 2m, Sp 45cm.
CATANANCHE caerulea alba Clump forming perennial with grey-green leaves, and white papery flowers in summer to autumn. Ht to 90cm, Sp 30cm.
CATANANCHE caerulea 'Bicolor' Clump forming perennial with grey-green leaves and papery white flowers with purple eye in summer/autumn. Ht 50cm, Sp 30cm.
CELMISIA spectabilis Evergreen clump-forming perennial. Silvery-green leaves and yellow centred large white daisy flowers, summer. Ht/Sp 30cm.
CENTAUREA bella Clump forming perennial. Feathery light green leaves with pale pink to pale purple flowerheads in summer. Ht to 30cm, Sp 45cm.
CENTAUREA declinata Clump forming perennial with nicely cut foliage and pink flowers in early summer. Ht/Sp 45cm.
CENTAUREA hypoleuca 'John Coutts' Upright perennial. Deeply cut grey/white foliage and rose red flower heads. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
CENTAUREA macrocephala Clump forming perennial. Fringed glossy brown buds open to deep rich-yellow flowers. Ht 1.5m, Sp 60cm.
CENTAUREA pulcherrima Clump forming perennial with silvery green leaves and rose-pink flowers in summer. Ht 45, Sp 60cm.
CENTAURIUM scilloides Evergreen perennial with tufts of pink starry flowers in summer. Full/part sun. Ht to 8cm, Sp 15cm.
CENTRANTHUS ruber Clump forming perennial with pale green leaves and dense clusters of fragrant dark crimson flowers all season. Self seeds. Ht/Sp 1m.
CENTRANTHUS ruber 'Albus' Clump forming perennial with pale green leaves and dense clusters of fragrant white flowers all season. Self seeds. Ht/Sp 1m.
CEPHALARIA gigantea Robust clump-forming perennial with strong stems and primrose-yellow flowers. Fertile soils in full/part sun. Ht 2m, Sp 1m.
CERASTIUM tomentosum Carpet-forming perennial with silvery-white woolly leaves and profuse star-shaped white flowers in spring/summer. Ht 8cm, Sp indefinite.
CERATOSTIGMA plumbaginoides Spreading bushy perennial. Red stems, bright green wavy edged leaves, brilliant blue flowers late summer. Ht 45cm, Sp 30cm.
CHELONE glabra alba Upright perennial with square stems and mid-green leaves. White flowers may be pink- tinged. Late summer to autumn. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
CHELONE obliqua Upright perennial with dark lance-shaped strongly veined leaves and dark pink 'turtle-head' flowers in late summer. Ht 50cm, Sp 30cm.
CIMICIFUGA racemosa 'Atropurpurea' Herbaceous perennial. Purplish green leaves and stems, with 'bottle brush' head of white flowers in late summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
CIMICIFUGA simplex 'Brunette' Clump-forming perennial. Young green foliage turns purplish brown/black with age. White purple tinted flowers in summer. Ht1.2m, Sp 60cm.
CIMICIFUGA simplex 'James Compton' Clump-forming perennial with black foliage developing in the second year. Spikes of scented white flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
CIMICIFUGA simplex 'White Pearl' Herbaceous perennial. Pale green leaves and white flowers, early to mid autumn. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
CIRSIUM rivulare 'Atropurpureum' Clump-forming spreading perennial with green prickly leaves and thistle-like deep crimson flowers on erect stems in summer. Ht 1.2 m, Sp 40cm.
CLEMATIS integrifolia Herbaceous perennial with single bell-shaped twisted mid-blue petals and cream anthers followed by silvery seed heads. Summer flowering. Ht/Sp 60cm.
CODONOPSIS clematidea Twining perennial herbaceous climber. Pale greenish blue flowers with blue yellow and black markings inside, in late summer. Ht to 1.5m
CONVALLARIA majalis Low-growing perennial with sprays of small, very fragrant, bell-shaped, white flowers in late spring. Ht 20cm, Sp indefinite.
CONVALLARIA majalis rosea Low-growing perennial with sprays of small, very fragrant, pale mauvish pink flowers in late spring. Ht 15cm, Sp indefinite.
COREOPSIS grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' Clump forming perennial, with deep yellow semi-double flowers from late spring to late summer. Good for cutting. Ht/Sp 45cm.
COREOPSIS verticillata 'Moonbeam' Slow spreading perennial with fine dark green foliage and lemony yellow flowers throughout summer. Ht/Sp 50cm.
CORYDALIS flexuosa 'Pere David' Summer dormant perennial with purplish leaves and strong blue flowers in late spring/early summer. Ht/Sp 20cm.
CORYDALIS flexuosa 'Purple Leaf' Herbaceous perennial with dark purple foliage and blue-mauve flowers in late spring, dormant in summer. Ht/Sp 20cm.
CRAMBE maritima Spreading mounded perennial with large twisted glaucous leaves, and impressive white flowers in summer. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
CROCOSMIA aurea Clump-forming perennial with pale green leaves and spikes of pale/dark orange flowers in early/mid summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 50cm.
CROCOSMIA 'Canary Bird' Clump-forming perennial with lance-shaped leaves and deep canary-yellow flowers from summer to autumn. Ht 70cm.
CROCOSMIA 'Golden Fleece' syn. 'Citronella' Clump-forming perennial with slightly arched stems and lemon-yellow flowers in late summer. Ht 70cm, Sp 8cm.
CROCOSMIA 'James Coey' Compact clump forming perennial with vivid red-orange flowers during summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 8cm.
CROCOSMIA 'Lucifer' Robust clump-forming perennial with pleated linear green leaves. Spikes of tomato-red flowers midsummer. Ht 1.1m, Sp 8cm.
CROCOSMIA 'Spitfire' Clump-forming perennial with bright orange-red flowers on arching stems in late summer, early autumn. Ht 80cm, Sp 8cm.
CROCUS speciosus Autumn flowering crocus producing violet tubular flowers before the leaves. Ht 13cm, Sp 5cm.
CYCLAMEN coum Hardy winter flowering tuberous perennial. Deep green leaves often marked with silver. Flowers vary from white to carmine-red. Ht 7cm, Sp 10cm.
CYNARA cardunculus Statuesque perennial, with huge silver-grey leaves then massive thistle like purple flower heads. Ht 2m, Sp 1m.
DACTYLORHIZA foliosa Deciduous terrestrial orchid. Leaves sometimes spotted. Pink to purple flowers in early summer. Ht. 60cm, Sp 15cm.
DARMERA peltata Slow-spreading perennial. Dark green leaves turn red in autumn. White/pink spring flowers. Imposing plant for wet areas. Ht 2m, Sp 1m.
DELPHINIUM 'Astolat' Clump-forming perennial with attractive lilac and pink flowers in summer.Pacific hybrid. Ht 1.5m, Sp 70cm
DELPHINIUM 'Black Knight' Clump forming perennial producing deep purple flowers with black eyes in summer. Pacific hybrid. Ht 1.5m, Sp 70cm.
DELPHINIUM 'Blue Bird' Clump forming perennial having tall blue flowers, with a white 'bee' in summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 70cm.
DELPHINIUM 'Cameliard' Clump-forming perennial with deep purple flowers shading to blue at the frilly edges and creamy white eyes. Pacific hybrid Ht 1.3m, Sp to 75cm.
DELPHINIUM 'Galahad' A graceful tall clump forming perennial with eye-catching, pure white flowers in summer. Pacific hybrid. Ht 1.5m, Sp 70cm.
DELPHINIUM 'Guinevere' Clump-forming perennial. Pale purple flowers with delicate pink tinges, and white eyes in summer. Pacific hybrid. Ht 1.5m, Sp 70cm.
DELPHINIUM mixed colours Clump-forming perennial with blue,white or pink flowers in summer. Pacific hybrids Ht 1.3m, Sp to 75cm.
DIANTHUS deltoides 'Arctic Fire' Mat forming semi-evergreen perennial with narrow dark green leaves. White flowers with red centres, summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
DIANTHUS deltoides 'Brilliant' Evergreen, mat forming perennial, with masses of brilliant deep dark pink flowers in early summer. Ht 20cm, Sp30cm.
DIANTHUS deltoides 'Flashing Light' Evergreen, mat forming perennial with eye-catching cerise flowers in early summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
DIANTHUS deltoides 'Melody' Low growing semi-evergreen perennial with bright cerise flowers in early summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
DIANTHUS 'Excelsior' Hardy evergreen perennials. Clove-scented deep pink double flowers with fringed petals in early summer. Ht 35cm, Sp 30cm.
DIANTHUS 'Inchmery' Evergreen perennial. Clove-scented double variety with pale lavender-pink flowers in early summer. Ht 35cm, Sp 30cm.
DIANTHUS 'Show Portrait' Evergreen perennial. Deep red double flowers, slightly scented, appear in profusion in early summer. Ht 35cm, Sp 30cm.
DICENTRA eximia Neat, leafy perennial with deep rose-pink flowers, attractive fern-like grey-green foliage on red-tinged stems. Ht 45, Sp 60cm.
DICENTRA formosa 'Alba' Spreading, tufted perennial with slender arching sprays of white flowers over finely cut foliage in spring/summer. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
DICENTRA 'Rosemoor' Perennial with fine glaucous foliage, and lovely pink flowers from early summer onwards. Ht 30cm, Sp 40cm.
DICENTRA spectabilis Tall arching clump forming perennial with striking rose pink and white flowers in late spring/early summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 45cm.
DICENTRA spectabilis 'Alba' Tall robust but graceful clump forming perennial, with pure white long-lasting flowers in late spring/midsummer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 45cm.
DICENTRA 'Stuart Boothman' Spreading perennial with attractive blue-grey leaves and deep pink flowers from mid spring to summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 40cm.
DICTAMNUS albus 'Purpureus' Upright perennial with spikes of fragrant, star-shaped, purplish pink flowers with dark red veins. Ht 40-90cm, Sp 60cm.
DIERAMA 'Guinevere' Clump-forming perennial with grass-like leaves and pendulous clusters of white flowers in summer. May need winter protection. Ht 1m.
DIERAMA pulcherrimum Graceful, arching perennial with spikes of tubular, bell-shaped magenta-pink flowers in summer. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
DIGITALIS 'Apricot Hybrids' Clump-forming perennial with apricot coloured flowers on stiff, tall stems which will repeat bloom if dead-headed. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
DIGITALIS ferruginea Perennial/biennial producing tall slender golden brown flowerheads in midsummer Ht 1.2m, Sp 45cm.
DIGITALIS grandiflora Herbaceous perennial. Pale yellow flowers with brown veins inside, in summer. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
DIGITALIS lutea Clump-forming perennial with tall stems of pale yellow flowers in summer. Prefers alkaline soils. Ht 60cm, Sp 30cm.
DIGITALIS mertonensis Robust clump-forming perennial with pinkish buff flowers in late spring and early summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 30cm.
DIGITALIS parviflora Clump-forming perennial with dense spikes of orange-brown, purple-lipped flowers in summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 30cm.
DIGITALIS purpurea Herbaceous perennial, with varying shades of pink, purple, yellow or white flowers. Good cut flower. Ht 1-2m, Sp 60cm.
DODECATHEON meadia 'Alba' Clump-forming perennial with oval, mid green leaves, and creamy white flowers in mid-late spring. Ht 40cm, Sp 25cm.
DODECATHEON meadia 'Red Shades' Perennial which goes dormant after flowering. Red pendant cyclamen-like flowers May/June. Ht 40cm, Sp 20cm.
DORONICUM caucasicum Herbaceous perennial with golden yellow daisy-like flowers in mid/late spring. Ht 60cm, Sp 90cm.
DRYAS octopetala Evergreen prostrate mat forming perennial with cup-shaped creamy white flowers in spring, then fluffy seed heads. Ht 10cm, Sp 1m.
ECHINACEA purpurea Herbaceous perennial with large single red-mauve daisy-like flowers from mid summer to early autumn. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
ECHINACEA purpurea alba Herbaceous perennial with large single white flowers and orange-brown centres, summer to autumn. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
ECHINACEA purpurea 'Kim's Knee High' Erect perennial. A prolific flowerer with unusual clear pink blooms and a long flowering season. Ht 55cm.
ECHINACEA purpurea 'Kim's Mop Head' Erect perennial with prolific cone-shaped white flowers and golden-brown central discs from July to October. Ht 55cm, Sp 45cm.
ECHINOPS ritro Clump forming perennial with grey-green leaves and a handsome dark blue globe-like flower head in summer. Ht 1.4m, Sp 80cm.
EPIMEDIUM pinnatum colchicum Semi-evergreen perennial with dark green leaves, and bright yellow flowers in late spring and early summer. Ht/Sp 25cm.
EPIMEDIUM x rubrum Clump-forming deciduous perennial with young green leaves flushed red/brown over winter. Crimson/yellow spring flowers. Ht/Sp 30cm.
EPIMEDIUM x youngianum 'Niveum' Clump-forming deciduous perennial. Young leaves very colourful. Pure white flowers in spring. Ht 25cm, Sp 30cm.
EREMURUS isabellinus 'Cleopatra' Robust tufted perennial with striking orange flowerhead in early summer. Allow room to spread. Best staked. Ht 1.5m, Sp 90cm.
EREMURUS 'Pinokkio' Tufted upright bulbous perennial with tall spikes of bright orange flowers in summer. Ht to 1.5m.
EREMURUS robustus Upright perennial with leaves dying back during summer as huge pink spires appear. Best staked. Cover in winter. Ht 3m, Sp1.2m.
EREMURUS stenophyllus Tufted perennial with dark yellow flower spikes in early summer, fading to browny orange. Best staked. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
ERIGERON aurantiacus Mat forming perennial with velvety grey-green leaves. Brilliant burnt-orange flowers early summer onwards. Ht/Sp 30cm.
ERIGERON 'Azure Beauty' Clump-forming semi-evergreen perennial. Yellow-centred semi-double lavender blue flowers all summer. Ht/Sp 50cm.
ERIGERON 'Darkest of All' Clump forming perennial producing stunning dark violet flowers with yellow centres throughout summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
ERIGERON glaucus 'Roseus' Clump forming perennial with bluish green leaves and prolific, rich pink flowers throughout summer. Ht 50cm, Sp 45cm.
ERIGERON 'Rosa Juwel' Clump forming perennial with bright pink flowers and yellow centres in summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
ERINUS alpinus Semi-evergreen, short-lived perennial with small purple, pink or white flowers in late spring. Ht/Sp 10cm.
ERINUS alpinus 'Albus' Short-lived semi-evergreen perennial with clusters of white star shaped blooms in late spring. Ht/Sp 10cm.
ERODIUM chrysanthum Mound forming perennial with dense silvery stems, finely cut fern-like leaves, and pale sulphur yellow summer flowers. Ht 15cm, Sp 40cm.
ERODIUM variabile 'Album' Small cushion forming perennial with oval mid-green leaves. White flowers in summer. Ht 12cm, Sp 30cm.
ERYNGIUM agavifolium Evergreen perennial with glossy sword like green spiky leaves, and greenish white flowers. Ht 1-1.5m, Sp 60cm.
ERYNGIUM alpinum Upright herbaceous perennial with deeply cut glossy green leaves and steel blue flowers. Hates winter wet. Ht 70cm, Sp 45cm.
ERYNGIUM bourgatti Clump forming perennial with silver veined dark green leaves, and steel-blue flowers from midsummer. Ht 45cm, Sp 30cm.
ERYNGIUM giganteum 'Miss Willmott's Ghost' Short lived herbaceous perennial often biennial with silver veined leaves, and pale green flowers turning steely blue. Ht 90cm, Sp 30cm.
ERYNGIUM planum Clump forming evergreen perennial with dark green leaves, blue tinted stems and light blue flowers. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
ERYNGIUM tripartitum Clumpy perennial with dark green leaves, wiry branched stems and violet blue flowers with grey blue bracts. Ht to 90cm, Sp 50cm.
ERYNGIUM varifolium Small, rosette forming evergreen with dark green leaves marbled white. Pale grey blue flowers in midsummer. Ht 40cm, Sp 25cm.
ERYSIMUM 'Apricot Twist' Evergreen perennial with mid-green leaves and apricot flowers April-June. Ht 60cm
ERYSIMUM 'Bowles Mauve' Superb woody perennial, with lovely mauve flowers almost non-stop, winter to late summer, and grey green foliage. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
ERYSIMUM 'Cotswold Gem' Hardy neat bushy perennial vigorous and disease free. Creamy-yellow variegated leaves with tan and pale purple flowers Apr-Oct. Ht 50cm.
ERYSIMUM 'John Codrington' Dark-leafed evergreen perennial, with a stunning display of pale yellow flowers shaded brown/purple in spring. Ht 25cm, Sp 30cm.
ERYSIMUM linifolium 'Variegatum' Bushy variegated cream and green eye-catching perennial with long-lasting mauve flowers mid spring to early autumn. Ht/Sp 45cm.
ERYSIMUM 'Moonlight' Evergreen perennial with slightly fragrant, pale sulphur yellow flowers April/May. Ht 25cm, Sp 30cm.
ERYSIMUM 'Wenlock Beauty' Dark-leafed evergreen perennial with magnificent bronzy mauve and pink flowers in spring. Ht/Sp, 45cm.
ERYTHRONIUM 'Pagoda' Vigorous perennial with green, bronze mottled leaves and sulphur yellow spring flowers with recurved petals. Ht to 35cm, Sp 10cm.
EUPATORIUM purpureum Stately, upright perennial with wide heads of tubular, pinkish-purple flowers in late summer and early autumn. Ht 2.2m, Sp 1m.
EUPATORIUM rugosum 'Chocolate' Clump-forming perennial with dark bronze-purple foliage and terminal clusters of white flowers late summer. Ht 1.7m, Sp 60cm.
EUPHORBIA amygdaloides robbiae Bushy evergreen perennial. Dark leaves, red undersides. Greenish yellow early summer flowers. Can be invasive. Ht 60cm, Sp indefinite.
EUPHORBIA amygdaloides 'Rubra' Semi-evergreen upright perennial with dark reddish purple leaves and acid yellow flower bracts spring to summer. Ht/Sp 40cm.
EUPHORBIA characias 'Humpty Dumpty' Small dense upright evergreen perennial.Grey-green leaves and large heads of yellow-green flowers in spring. Ht 60cm.
EUPHORBIA characias 'Wulfenii' Evergreen, upright shrub. Stems produce grey-green leaves one year, yellow-green bracts follow the next spring. Ht/Sp 1.2m.
EUPHORBIA cyparissias Spreading perennial with slender stems and feathery leaves, topped by bright yellow flower bracts in summer. Ht 30cm, Sp indefinite.
EUPHORBIA cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' Spreading perennial, with soft purple stems and leaves, topped with bright yellow bracts. Gorgeous but invasive. Ht 25cm, Sp indefinite.
EUPHORBIA dulcis 'Chameleon' Herbaceous perennial with erect stems, rich purple leaves, and purple tinted, yellowish green flower bracts. Ht/Sp 30cm.
EUPHORBIA griffithii 'Fireglow' Vigorous bushy perennial with reddish green stems, vivid orange flower bracts, and brilliant autumn foliage. Ht 75cm, Sp 1-2m.
EUPHORBIA myrsinites Evergreen, prostrate perennial with succulent blue-grey leaves, and bright yellow/green flowers in spring. Ht 10cm, Sp 30cm.
EUPHORBIA polychroma Clump-forming perennial with soft hairy stems topped with long lasting yellow bracts, mid-spring/midsummer. Ht 50cm, Sp 45cm.
EUPHORBIA reflexa Clump-forming semi-evergreen woody perennial with bluish green leaves. Yellow-green bracts in late summer. Ht/Sp 50cm.
EUPHORBIA x martinii Upright clump forming evergreen sub-shrub. Purple tinged dark green leaves, red stems, yellow bracts spring to midsummer. Ht/Sp 1m.
FILIPENDULA rubra 'Venusta' Spreading perennial with vine-like leaves and fragrant deep rose-pink flowers in summer, fading with age. Ht to 2.5m, Sp 1.2m.
FILIPENDULA ulmaria 'Aurea' Clump forming perennial with deeply cut, bright golden-yellow spring foliage, and creamy white flowers in summer. Ht to 90cm, Sp 60cm.
FILIPENDULA ulmaria 'Variegata' Clump forming perennial with striking white/green foliage and creamy yellow flowers in mid summer. Ht to 90cm, Sp 60cm.
FILIPENDULA vulgaris Rosette forming perennial with fern like leaves and white, often pink-tinged flowers in summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
FRAGARIA 'Pink Panda' Perennial bearing bright pink flowers from spring to autumn. Rarely fruits but is an excellent ground cover. Ht 12cm, Sp indefinite.
FRAGARIA vesca 'Variegata' Evergreen perennial with white flowers above rosettes of grey-green variegated leaves. Ht 30cm, Sp indefinite.
FRANCOA ramosa Rosette-forming perennial with lance-shaped basal leaves. In summer spikes of white flowers marked dark pink. Ht 75cm, Sp 30cm.
FRANCOA sonchifolia Rosette forming perennial. The spires of white flower heads, have dark pink markings. May survive to -10C. Ht 75cm, Sp 45cn.
FRITILLARIA imperialis 'Aurora' Bulbous perennial with light green leaves and bell-shaped orange-red flowers in spring. Ht 80cm.
FRITILLARIA imperialis 'Lutea' Bulbous perennial with light green leaves and golden yellow bell-shaped flowers in spring. Ht 80cm.
FRITILLARIA imperialis 'Rubra' Bulbous perennial with light green leaves and deep red bell-shaped flowers in spring. Ht 80cm.
FRITILLARIA meleagris Bulbous perennial with grey green leaves and bell shaped pink purple or white flowers. Loves sun, tolerates damp. Ht 30cm, Sp 5-8cm.
GAILLARDIA x grandiflora 'Burgundy' Bushy perennial with masses of wine-red daisylike flowers from early summer to autumn. Sprawls or needs support. Ht/Sp 60cm.
GAILLARDIA x grandiflora 'Dazzler' Bushy perennial with bright orange/red flowers with yellow tips and a maroon centre. Sprawls or needs support. Ht/Sp 60cm.
GAILLARDIA x grandiflora 'Golden Goblin' Bushy perennial with golden yellow flowers and deeper gold centres. Flowers all summer. Ht 25cm, Sp 50cm.
GALEGA officinalis Clump forming perennial with attractive pea-like foliage, and mauve flowers in summer. Ht 1m, Sp 90cm.
GALEGA officinalis alba Clump forming perennial with attractive pea-like foliage, and white flowers in summer. Ht 1m, Sp 90cm.
GALEGA officinalis 'Lady Wilson' Clump forming perennial with attractive pea-like foliage, and blue flowers in summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 90cm.
GALTONIA candicans Bulbous perennial with grey-green strappy leaves and long stemmed slightly scented white flowers in late summer. Ht 1.2m.
GAURA lindheimeri 'Corie's Gold' Wispy perennial with pale yellow edged leaves. Masses of star-like white flowers fading to pink throughout summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 90cm.
GAURA lindheimeri 'Siskyou Pink' Wispy perennial with masses of pink star-like flowers all summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 90cm.
GAURA lindheimeri 'The Bride' Exquisite bushy perennial. Slender stems bear masses of white flowers all summer. Good for cutting. Ht 1.5m, Sp 90cm.
GENTIANA 'Kidbrooke Seedling' Semi-evergreen perennial. Upright trumpet shaped brilliant blue flowers in autumn. Acid-neutral soil. Ht 5cm, Sp 30cm.
GENTIANA lutea Erect clump-forming herbaceous perennial with pleated leaves and star-shaped yellow flowers in summer. Acid/neutral soil. Ht 1.5m, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM 'Ann Folkard' Spreading herbaceous perennial with scrambling stems. Magenta flowers from mid-summer on have black centres and veins. Ht 60cm, Sp 1m.
GERANIUM cinereum 'Ballerina' Dwarf rosetted perennial with grey-green leaves. Purplish red flowers with deep purple veins and eyes in summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM cinereum 'Lawrence Flatman' Dwarf rosette forming evergreen perennial. Grey-green leaves, purplish red flowers, dark veined and dark eyed. Ht 15cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM cinereum subcaulescens Vigorous dwarf perennial with dark green leaves. In summer bears brilliant purple-magenta dark-eyed flowers. Ht 15cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM clarkei 'Kashmir Purple' Rapidly spreading herbaceous perennial with rich lilac blue flowers and red veins. Ht 50cm, Sp indefinite
GERANIUM clarkei 'Kashmir White' Spreading perennial with long lasting white flowers, with pale lilac-pink veins. Ht 45cm, Sp indefinite.
GERANIUM endressii x psilostemon 'Patricia' Clump-forming perennial. Large magenta flowers with a black eye bloom all season. Ht 75cm. Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM eriostemon Clump forming herbaceous perennial. Clusters of pale violet to pink flowers with darker centres in early summer. Ht/Sp 45cm.
GERANIUM himalayense grandiflora Mat-forming perennial with lovely violet blue flowers. Strongly veined leaves colour well in autumn. Ht 35cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM himalayense 'Gravetye' Mat forming perennial. Deep blue flowers with red zones round white centres in early summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM himalayense 'Plenum' Clump forming perennial with attractive double purplish pink flowers, shaded blue with darker veins. Ht 25cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM 'Johnson's Blue' Vigorous, clump forming perennial with deep lavender blue flowers, tinged pink at the centre, throughout summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety' Semi evergreen perennial with aromatic leaves and magenta pink flowers. Good ground cover in shade. Ht 35cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM macrorrhizum 'Ingwersen's Variety' Semi-evergreen perennial. Aromatic leaves and soft lilac-pink flowers. Good autumn colour/ground cover in shade. Ht 35cm, Sp 60 cm.
GERANIUM nodosum Herbaceous perennial with bright glossy leaves. Long lasting mauve flowers with dark veins and pale centres. Ht 30-50cm, Sp 50cm.
GERANIUM orientalitibeticum Dwarf herbaceous perennial with pale/dark green marbled leaves. Pink flowers with white centres. Spreads rapidly. Ht 30cm, Sp 1-2m.
GERANIUM 'Orkney Pink' Lovely herbaceous perennial with bronze-tinted leaves. Bright purplish-pink flowers from summer to autumn. Ht 25cm, Sp 75cm.
GERANIUM phaeum album Clump forming perennial with brown blotched leaves and small white flowers in spring/early summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM phaeum 'Lily Lovell' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with purple flowers in early summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
GERANIUM phaeum 'Mourning Widow' Clump-forming herbaceous perennial with brown blotched leaves. Deep purple/black flowers have white centres. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
GERANIUM phaeum 'Samaboor' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with large blotched leaves, and dark purple flowers in summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
GERANIUM phaeum varigatum Herbaceous perennial. White margined leaves have splashes of pink. Maroon flowers in early summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
GERANIUM 'Porter's Pass' Semi evergreen perennial with dark bronzy chocolate-brown leaves and white flowers. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM pratense 'Albiflorum' Clump forming perennial with long-lasting white flowers. Self-seeding, variable offspring. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM pratense 'Plenum Caeruleum' Clump forming perennial with loose double deep blue flowers, sometimes tinged pink. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM pratense 'Plenum Purpureum' Clump forming perennial. The double deep violet-blue flowers have purple blue centres. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM pretense 'Victor Reiter Jnr.' Clump-forming herbaceous perennial with young black-red leaves turning red-green later. Violet flowers in summer. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm
GERANIUM procurrens Spreading herbaceous perennial with red stems. Dark purple-pink flowers with black veins and centres. Ht 45cm, Sp 1m plus.
GERANIUM psilostemon Upright clump forming perennial with brilliant magenta flowers with black centres. Good spring/autumn foliage. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM pylzowianum Spreading perennial with dark green leaves and deep rose pink flowers white at the bases, and dark veins. Ht 20cm, Sp 25cm.
GERANIUM pyrenaicum Clump-forming evergreen perennial. Star shaped violet-pink flowers are veined and notched. Self-seeds. Ht 50cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM pyrenaicum albiflorum Clump-forming evergreen perennial with white flowers from spring to autumn. Ht 45cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM renardii Compact, clump forming semi-evergreen perennial. Velvety sage green leaves, lovely purple veined white flowers. Ht/Sp 20cm.
GERANIUM renardii 'Philipe Vapelle' Clump forming perennial with crimped grey leaves, and big flat blue, attractively veined flowers in summer. Ht 35cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM renardii 'Tcschelda' Compact clump-forming semi-evergreen perennial. Velvety sage-green leaves, blue flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 20cm.
GERANIUM riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson' Trailing hairy herbaceous perennial with grey green leaves and clear light pink flowers. Ht 30cm, Sp 1m.
GERANIUM riversleaianum 'Russell Prichard' Trailing herbaceous perennial with sharply-toothed grey green leaves and deep magenta flowers throughout summer Ht 30cm, Sp 1m.
GERANIUM 'Rosie Crug' Herbaceous perennial with dusky green leaves and superb large pink flowers.
GERANIUM 'Salome' Trailing perennial with light green leaves. Pale pink summer flowers with dark purple veins and centres. Ht 30cm, Sp 1.2m.
GERANIUM sanguineum Dense clump forming perennial with deep magenta pink flowers, white eyes and dark veins. Ht 25cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM sanguineum 'Album' Clump forming perennial with long lasting, pure white flowers. Can tolerate shade. Ht/Sp 40cm.
GERANIUM sanguineum 'Max Frei' Dense clump forming herbaceous perennial with striking pink flowers in midsummer. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
GERANIUM sanguineum 'Shepherd's Warning' Compact dense clump-forming herbaceous perennial with deep red-pink flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 15cm
GERANIUM sanguineum striatum Compact, rounded perennial with bright green leaves and attractive pale pink flowers with dark veins. Ht/Sp 20cm.
GERANIUM sessiliflorum 'Nigricans' Rosette forming semi-evergreen perennial with tiny olive-bronze leaves and small white flowers in summer. Ht 8cm, Sp 15cm.
GERANIUM sylvaticum 'Album' Upright clump forming perennial with white flowers late spring/early summer. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM sylvaticum 'Mayflower' Upright perennial. Rich violet-blue flowers with a white centre in May - second flush late summer. Ht/Sp 70cm.
GERANIUM versicolor Clump-forming semi-evergreen. Light green leaves often marked brown. White flowers with magenta veins in late spring. Ht/Sp 45cm.
GERANIUM x cantabrigiense Evergreen spreading perennial with glossy aromatic leaves and purple/pink flowers. Good autumn colour. Ht 30cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' Compact evergreen perennial with aromatic leaves and long runners bearing pink-tinged white flowers in summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 90cm.
GERANIUM x magnificum Vigorous clump forming perennial with heavily veined rich violet in summer. Likes sun. Good autumn colour. Ht/Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM x oxonianum 'A T Johnson' Spreading perennial with lovely prolific silvery pink flowers. Ht 30cm, Sp 1m plus
GERANIUM x oxonianum 'Claridge Druce' Vigorous clump forming perennial with silvery grey-green leaves and rose pink dark veined flowers. Ht 60cm, Sp 60cm
GERANIUM x oxonianum 'Thurstonianum' Vigorous evergreen perennial. Flowers are deep purplish-pink with narrow petals, often semi-double, from spring to autumn. Ht/Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM x oxonianum 'Walter's Gift' Vigorous clump-forming perennial. Pink flowers have dark veins and notched petals spring to autumn. Ht 80cm, Sp 60cm.
GERANIUM x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' Very vigorous carpeting perennial. Cup shaped bright salmon pink flowers from late spring to autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 90cm.
GEUM 'Georgenberg' Clump-forming perennial with strong orange-yellow flowers in late spring and early summer. Ht 25cm, Sp 30cm.
GEUM 'Lady Stratheden' Clump forming perennial with semi-double, rich yellow flowers all summer. Ht 50cm, Sp 60cm
GEUM 'Mrs J Bradshaw' Classic clump forming perennial with semi-double, scarlet flowers all summer. Ht 50cm, Sp 60cm.
GEUM reptans Low growing perennial with bright yellow flowers early summer. Best in scree bed/alpine house, hates winter wet. Ht 15cm, Sp 20cm.
GEUM rivale Superb compact perennial with small white early summer flowers. Prefers cool damp site. Ht/Sp 30cm.
GEUM rivale 'Coppertone' Small perennial with unusual copper-apricot flowers with wavy petals on brown stems. Ht/Sp 30cm.
GEUM x borisii Clump forming perennial with single brick red flowers and yellow stamens followed by puffy seed heads. Ht 40cm, Sp 30cm.
GLADIOLUS communis byzantinus Vigorous perennial with spikes of funnel shaped deep magenta flowers late spring/summer. Fertile soils, full sun. Ht 1m, Sp 10cm.
GUNNERA magellanica Mat forming herbaceous perennial, small leaves, tiny green flowers Red fruits produced if male plants are available Ht 15cm, Sp 30+cm.
GUNNERA manicata Architectural perennial with massive prickly edged leaves. Tiny red flowers in early summer, then seed pods. Ht 2.5m, Sp 3-4m.
GYPSOPHILA paniculata Perennial with elegant branching stems, and masses of small double white flowers in summer. Ht/Sp to 1.2m.
GYPSOPHILA repens 'Alba' Ground hugging semi-evergreen alpine perennial with small star shaped white flowers all summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 50cm.
GYPSOPHILA repens 'Rosea' Mat-forming semi-evergreen perennial with masses of star shaped pink flowers all summer. Ht 15-20cm, Sp 50cm.
HALORAGIS 'Wellington bronze' Herbaceous perennial with attractive foliage from New Zealand with bronze leaves and greenish yellow flowers. Ht/Sp 30cm.
HELENIUM autumnale 'The Bishop' Upright, clump-forming perennial with striking, yellow reflexed flowers from brown centres. Ht 1.5m, Sp 45cm.
HELENIUM autumnale 'Waldtraut' Upright, clump-forming perennial. Yellow flowers have brown centres, late summer to autumn. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
HELENIUM hoopesii Clump-forming upright perennial with grey-green leaves and bright yellow to orange flowers, browny centre. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
HELENIUM 'Moerheim Beauty' Clump forming, upright perennial with sturdy stems and daisy-like, dark copper-red flowers with brown centres. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
HELIANTHUS 'Lemon Queen' Superb, vigorous upright perennial with masses of lemon yellow flowers in late summer. Ht 1.7m, Sp 1.2m
HELIANTHUS multiflorus Clump-forming perennial with dark green leaves and brown centred golden-yellow flowers late summer to autumn. Ht to 2m, Sp 90cm.
HELIANTHUS salicifolius Tall upright perennial, with splendid stems, and willowy leaves, looking great all summer. Tiny yellow flowers late autumn. Ht 2.5m, Sp 1m.
HELICHRYSUM 'Sulphur Light' Clump forming perennial. White woolly stems, silvery white leaves and sulphur yellow flowers, paling with age. Ht 40cm, Sp 30cm.
HELIOPSIS scabra 'Summer Sun' Clump-forming perennial. Stiff branching stems bear large golden yellow 'daisy' flowers all summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
HELLEBORUS argutifolius Evergreen perennial with pendant pale green flowers late winter into early spring. Needs support. Ht/Sp 90cm.
HELLEBORUS foetidus Erect, evergreen perennial with bell-shaped green spring flowers, usually purple tinged. Full/part sun. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
HELLEBORUS niger Evergreen perennial with variable flowers, white flushed pink on purple stems in winter/spring. Semi- shade. Ht 30cm, Sp 45cm.
HELLEBORUS orientalis Evergreen perennial with purple, red or white flowers from mid-winter to mid-spring. Prefers heavy soils in light shade. Ht/Sp 45cm.
HELLEBORUS x sternii Clump forming perennial. Creamy veined leaves, soft green flowers, flushed pinky purple late winter/mid-spring. Ht 35cm, Sp 30 cm.
HEMEROCALLIS fulva Semi-evergreen perennial with strappy leaves and trumpet shaped orange-brown flowers in summer. Ht 1m, Sp 1.2m.
HEMEROCALLIS minor Clump forming mid-sized perennial with clear yellow flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 45 cm.
HEMEROCALLIS 'Scarlet Oak' Clump forming perennial. Dark scarlet red flowers in mid-summer. Ht 65 cm, Sp 1m.
HEMEROCALLIS 'Stella d'Oro' Graceful clump forming perennial, very prolific bright yellow flowers in early summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 45cm.
HEUCHERA 'Can Can' Clump-forming perennial with hardy very ruffled foliage in maroon and pewter. Neat and compact. Ht 50cm.
HEUCHERA 'Cascade Dawn' Evergreen clump-forming perennial Large red-purple leaves with pewter markings are almost translucent when young. Ht 55cm.
HEUCHERA 'Chocolate Ruffles' Evergreen clump forming perennial. Rich purple leaves with chocolate undersides. Pale pink flowers on long stems. Ht 40cm, Sp 30cm.
HEUCHERA 'Helen Dillon' Evergreen clump forming perennial. Cream speckled and splashed leaves go green in winter. Red flowers early summer. Ht/Sp 50cm.
HEUCHERA 'Mint Frost' Evergreen perennial with large dark veined pale frosted mint-green leaves. Ht 60cm.
HEUCHERA 'Palace Purple' Clump forming perennial large metallic bronze-red leaves and attractive panicles of creamy flowers. Ht 40cm, Sp 30cm.
HEUCHERA 'Persian Carpet' Clump-forming evergreen perennial with thick large red and silver leaves. Look good in winter resisting weather and slugs. Small buff flowers in summer. Ht 40cm.
HEUCHERA 'Plum Pudding' Fast growing, clump forming evergreen perennial. Darkly marked, deep red foliage, Green and maroon summer flowers. Ht/Sp 50cm.
HEUCHERA 'Ring of Fire' Evergreen clump-forming perennial. Winter foliage is pink flushed with coral edging. Summer foliage mint green with red veining. Flowers small and pale. Ht 40cm.
HEUCHERA sanguinea Clump-forming perennial with heart-shaped leaves and graceful spikes of red, bell-shaped summer flowers. Ht/Sp 30cm.
HEUCHERA 'Silver Scrolls' Clump-forming perennial Silver leaves have purple veins and reverse. White flowers summer. Ht 35cm.
HEUCHERA 'Snow Storm' Clump forming perennial with mid-green leaves, strongly marbled silvery white. Cerise red flowers early summer. Ht/Sp 30cm.
HEUCHERA 'Stormy Seas' Clumpy rapid growing perennial with large ruffled pewter, marked red, leaves. Sprays of white flowers early summer. Ht/Sp 50cm.
HEUCHERELLA 'Bridget Bloom' Evergreen, mat forming perennial with dense bright green leaves and sprays of tiny white flowers all season. Ht 40cm, Sp 30cm.
HOSTA 'Antioch' Robust clump forming perennial. Dark green leaves edged grey-green and creamy yellow. Lavender blue flowers. Ht 50cm, Sp 90cm.
HOSTA crispula Clump forming perennial. Wavy, lance-shaped green leaves with irregular margins. Lavender white flowers. Ht 50cm, Sp 1m.
HOSTA fortunei Vigorous clump forming perennial. Dark green oval leaves. Mauve flowers in mid-summer. Ht 55cm, Sp 80cm.
HOSTA fortunei 'Albopicta' Clump forming perennial. Thin, narrow creamy yellow leaves with irregular yellow margins. Mauve flowers. Ht 55cm, Sp 1m.
HOSTA fortunei 'Aureomarginata' Clump forming perennial. Deep olive green leaves with distinctive veins and irregular yellow margins. Mauve flowers. Ht 55cm, Sp 1m.
HOSTA fortunei 'Golden Showers' Clump-forming perennial with large golden yellow heart-shaped leaves and lavender blue flowers. Ht 55cm, Sp 50cm.
HOSTA 'Frances Williams' Herbaceous perennial with puckered thick, heart-shaped leaves, blue-green with pale green margins. White flowers. Ht 60cm, Sp 1m.
HOSTA 'Gold Standard' Clump-forming perennial with erect ovate yellow-green leaves. Lavender-blue flowers summer. Ht 65cm, Sp 1m.
HOSTA 'Hadspen Blue' Slow growing clump forming perennial with close veined glaucous grey-blue leaves. Grey-mauve flowers. Ht 25cm, Sp 60cm.
HOSTA lancifolia Clump forming perennial. The arching lance shaped leaves are thin, glossy and dark green. Deep purple flowers. Ht 45cm, Sp 75cm.
HOSTA 'Mama Mia Clump-forming perennial. The dark-green leaves have gold/cream borders. Lavender flowers. Ht 38cm, Sp 50cm.
HOSTA 'Sharmon' Clump-forming perennial. Creamy leaves have narrow green margins and random green streaks. Some have wavy edges. Ht 45cm, Sp 50cm.
HOSTA sieboldiana Striking, clump forming perennial. Large glaucous grey-green leaves heavily wrinkled and veined. Pale lilac flowers. Ht 1m, Sp 1.2m.
HOSTA sieboldiana 'Elegans' Robust clump forming perennial. Very large glaucous, deeply veined leaves. Lilac flowers, outstanding in cool shade. Ht/Sp 1.2m.
HOSTA 'So Sweet' Clump-forming perennial with lance-shaped glossy green leaves margined creamy-white. Fragrant purple-striped white flowers in summer. Ht 35cm, Sp 55cm.
HOSTA 'Sum & Substance' Clump forming perennial. Large flat glossy yellow leaves, glaucous underneath. Pale lilac summer flowers. Ht 75cm, Sp 1.2m.
HOSTA tardinia 'Blue Dimples' Clump-forming perennial with heart-shaped thick glaucus leaves dimpling and wavy-edged with age. Lilac flowers summer. Ht 35cm, Sp 50cm.
HOSTA tardinia 'Halcyon' Clump-forming perennial with heart-shaped thick blue-grey leaves and lavender flowers in summer. Ht 40cm, Sp 70cm.
HOSTA undulata Clump forming perennial. Twisted, wavy, leathery green leaves with pale yellow or white centres. Mauve flowers. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
HOSTA 'Wide Brim' Clump forming perennial. Heart shaped dark green leaves with cream and white margins. Pale lavender flowers. Ht 45cm, Sp 1m.
HOUTTUYNIA cordata 'Chamaeleon' Rapidly spreading perennial with brightly variegated green cream and red foliage, white flower bracts in summer. Ht 25cm, Sp Indefinite.
HYPERICUM calycinum Dwarf semi/evergreen shrub with bright yellow flowers from summer to autumn. Good ground cover in shade. Ht 60cm, Sp indefinite.
INCARVILLEA delavayi Clump forming perennial with deeply divided leaves and large trumpet shaped deep rose pink summer flowers. Ht 60cm, Sp 30cm.
INULA ensifolia 'Gold Star' Dense bushy perennial with deep yellow flowers in summer. Prefers full sun. Ht 30, Sp 40cm.
INULA hookeri Clump forming perennial with attractive furry buds, opening to pale yellow flowers in late summer. Partial shade. Ht 60-75cm, Sp 60cm.
INULA orientalis Clump forming perennial with woolly buds opening to yellowy orange flowers with wavy petals. May need support. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
IRIS 'Anniversary' Rhizomatous beardless Siberian iris. Bears white flowers with yellow hafts in mid to late spring. Ht & Sp 75cms.
IRIS 'Black Swan' Bearded iris with long-lasting purple black flowers in mid summer. Plant in full sun with rhizomes partly exposed. Ht 1.2m.
IRIS 'Butter & Sugar' Perennial beardless sibirican iris. Yellow and white, green veined flowers in mid summer. Plant rhizomes below soil in full/part sun. Ht 70cm.
IRIS 'Cherry Orchard' Tall perennial bearded iris with scented, dark maroon purple flowers in summer. Ht 60cm.
IRIS chrysographes 'Black Knight' Perennial beardless sibirican iris. Grey-green leaves, black/violet flowers in early summer. Plant in full/part sun, rhizomes below ground. Ht 45cm.
IRIS 'Desert Song' Vigorous rhizomatous perennial with large yellow bearded flowers in early summer. Ht 1m.
IRIS foetidissima Vigorous beardless iris unpleasant smell if crushed. Dull purple flowers tinged yellow. Large capsules split to show scarlet seeds. Ht 24cm.
IRIS germanica Perennial bearded iris with violet/royal blue flowers and white beard in early summer. Plant in full sun with rhizomes partly exposed. Ht 75cm.
IRIS germanica 'Florentina' Perennial bearded iris with strongly scented white flowers in early summer. Plant in full sun with rhizomes partly exposed. Ht 75cm.
IRIS germanica 'Party Dress' Stunning perennial bearded iris. Apricot flowers with pale yellow beard in summer. Plant in full sun with rhizomes part exposed. Ht 75cm.
IRIS graminea Perennial beardless rhizomatous iris. Purple violet flowers with purple veined white tips in late spring. Fruity fragrance. Ht 30cm.
IRIS 'Imperial Bronze' Perennial beardless iris with deep yellow flowers heavily veined brown, producing overall bronze effect. Ht 90cm.
IRIS innominata Perennial beardless iris. Cream to bright yellow, or purple to lavender flowers. Full/part sun, rhizomes below ground. Ht 20cm.
IRIS japonica 'Variegata' Crested iris with evergreen white and green striped leaves. Frilly white or pale lavender flowers with purple and orange crests. Hardy to -5 C. Ht. 45cm.
IRIS laevigata Beardless iris with broad leaves and stems of purple-blue flowers in summer. Thrives in wet places. Ht 80cm.
IRIS ochroleucha Perennial beardless iris. White and yellow flowers in late spring. Plant in full sun or part shade, with rhizomes below soil. Ht 90cm.
IRIS pseudacorus Vigorous tall perennial beardless iris with yellow flowers in mid-late summer. Plant at pond edges or in a damp spot. Ht 1.2m.
IRIS pseudacorus 'Variegata' Perennial beardless laevigate iris. Grey-green leaves with white stripes. Yellow flowers with violet markings. Moist/wet sites. Ht 1-1.5m.
IRIS pumila Dwarf perennial bearded iris. Grey green leaves, scented blue, purple or yellow flowers, yellow or blue beards. Full sun, exposed rhizomes. Ht 15cm.
IRIS pumila 'Moonlight' Dwarf perennial bearded iris. Grey green leaves and scented pale yellow flowers in spring. Full sun, exposed rhizomes. Ht 15cm.
IRIS 'Ruffled Velvet' Beardless Siberian iris with velvety red-purple flowers and darker ruffled falls in early summer. Ht 55cm.
IRIS sibirica Perennial beardless sibirican iris with grass-like leaves. Blue-violet flowers in summer. Sun or part shade, rhizomes below soil. Ht 1.2m.
IRIS sibirica 'Baby Sister' Beardless iris with narrow grass-like leaves and light violet-blue flowers in late spring. Ht 1m.
IRIS sibirica 'Ewen' Perennial beardless sibirican iris with grass-like leaves. Wine-red flowers in summer. Sun or part shade, rhizomes below soil. Ht 80cm.
IRIS sibirica 'Marilyn Holme' Perennial beardless sibirican iris.
IRIS sibirica 'Perry's Blue' Perennial beardless sibirican iris. Bright sky-blue flowers with ochre veins in early summer. Full sun with rhizomes below ground. Ht 1.2m.
IRIS sibirica 'Silver Edge' Bearded Siberian iris with grass-like leaves and mid-blue flowers silver lined and ruffled edges in early summer. Ht 90cm.
IRIS sibirica 'Snow Queen' Perennial beardless sibirican iris. Pure white flowers with small yellow markings in June. Full sun with rhizomes below ground. Ht 75cm.
IRIS 'Sparkling Rose' Perennial beardless sibirican iris. Bears deep, pinkish mauve flowers which are yellow, purple veined, at the base of each petal. Ht 1m.
IRIS 'Titan's Glory' Perennial bearded iris. Stunning deep purple flowers in mid summer. An absolute winner. Ht/Sp 60cm.
IRIS unguicularis Perennial beardless iris with evergreen grassy leaves. Large fragrant lavender to purple flowers, late winter. Well drained soils in full sun. Ht 50cm Sp 50cm.
JASIONE laevis 'Blue Light' Tufted perennial with lance shaped leaves. Dense blue flowers throughout the summer. Ht/Sp 25cm.
KNAUTIA macedonica Upright perennial. Slender stems and a mass of long lasting dark red flowers, attractive to bees. Sunny sites. Ht 70cm, Sp 45cm.
KNIPHOFIA 'Bees Lemon' Deciduous perennial with toothed leaves and green buds opening to lemon-yellow flowers in late summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
KNIPHOFIA 'Jenny Bloom' Evergreen perennial with pink flowers, fading to cream/coral in late summer. Ht 1m, Sp 30cm.
KNIPHOFIA 'Nancy's Red' Evergreen perennial with long lasting deep coral red flowers summer/early autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 30cm.
KNIPHOFIA 'Percy's Pride' Evergreen perennial with long lasting canary yellow flowers in late summer, early autumn. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
KNIPHOFIA 'Tawny King' Deciduous perennial with tawny apricot buds opening to cream flowers on dark bronze stems summer to autumn. Ht 1.2m, Sp 75cm.
KNIPHOFIA 'Wrexham Buttercup' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with dense spikes of bright yellow flowers in summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
LAMIUM galeobdolon 'Variegatum' Evergreen creeping perennial with large green and silver variegated leaves. Yellow flowers in summer. Ht 50cm, Sp indefinite.
LAMIUM maculatum 'Album' Semi-evergreen, mat-forming perennial with mid green and silver leaves. White flowers in spring/summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 60cm.
LAMIUM maculatum 'Beacon Silver' Semi-evergreen spreading perennial. Silver leaves, edged dark green, pink purple flowers in summer. Cool shade. Ht 10cm, Sp indefinite.
LAMIUM maculatum roseum Semi-evergreen mat-forming perennial. Silvery leaves with narrow green margins. Pale pink flowers in late spring. Ht 15cm, Sp 60cm.
LATHYRUS latifolius (red) Herbaceous perennial climber with blue-green leaves and racemes of red flowers in summer. Ht 2m.
LATHYRUS latifolius (white) Herbaceous perennial climber with blue-green leaves and racemes of pure white flowers in summer. Ht 2m.
LATHYRUS vernus Dense clump-forming herbaceous perennial with upright stems and dark leaves. Attractive purplish-blue flowers in spring. Ht/Sp 45 cm.
LATHYRUS vernus 'Alboroseus' Dense clump forming perennial with upright stems and dark leaves. Flowers are pink and white in spring. Ht/Sp 45cm.
LEONTOPODIUM alpinum Clump forming perennial with woolly leaves. Heads of yellow-white flowers and grey-white bracts in early summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 10cm.
LEUCANTHEMUM suberbum Robust clump-forming perennial with large white, yellow-centred daisy-like flowers from early summer to autumn. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
LEUCANTHEMUM superbum 'Belle Nieve'
LEUCANTHEMUM superbum 'Snow Cap' Robust clump-forming perennial. Large white 'daisy' flowers bloom early summer to autumn. Ht/Sp 45cm.
LEUCANTHEMUM superbum 'Wirral Supreme' Vigorous clump forming perennial. Dark leaves, dense double white flowers early summer to autumn. Ht/Sp 75cm.
LEUCANTHEMUM x superbum 'Bishopstone' Robust clump-forming perennial. White 'daisy' flowers have narrow cut feathery petals. Good for cutting. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
LIATRIS spicata Clump forming perennial. In late summer bears spikes of crowded, rose purple flower heads. Hates winter wet. Ht 1.5m, Sp 45cm.
LIATRIS spicata alba Clump forming perennial. Crowded white flowers on tall stems in late summer. Ht 1.5m, Sp 45cm.
LIBERTIA formosa Clump-forming perennial with strappy leathery leaves. Clusters of white or pale yellow flowers from spring to summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
LIGULARIA dentata 'Desdemona' Clump forming perennial. Large dark green/maroon leaves, with flat clusters of orange flowers, mid-summer/autumn. Ht/Sp 1m.
LIGULARIA dentata 'Othello' Herbaceous perennial with rounded deep purplish-green leaves and tall stems of deep orange flowers summer/autumn. Ht/Sp 1m.
LIGULARIA fischerii Rare herbaceous perennial with large leaves and spikes of yellow flowers. Ht to 2m.
LIGULARIA przewalskii Clump forming perennial. Deeply cut, toothed dark green leaves. Tall, narrow spires of yellow flowers in summer. Ht 2m, Sp 1m.
LIGULARIA stenocephala 'The Rocket' Clump forming perennial. Triangular toothed leaves, and tall slender black stems with yellow/orange flowers in summer. Ht 1.8m, Sp 1m.
LILIUM lancifolium splendens Vigorous clump-forming perennial lily. Black-spotted orange-red 'turkscap' flowers late summer to autumn. Prefers moist acid soil. Ht to 1.5m
LILIUM regale Vigorous bulbous perennial. Trumpet shaped white flowers flushed purple, yellow centres. Very fragrant. Moist sunny soils. Ht 1.5m
LIMONIUM latifolium (platyphylum) Hardy perennial with large green leaves. Has many spikelets of lavender/blue flowers in late summer. Ht 60cms Sp 45cms.
LINARIA purpurea Upright slender herbaceous perennial. Long dense racemes of purple, pink flowers. Sandy soils in full sun. Ht 90cm, Sp 30cm
LINUM perenne 'Sapphire Blue' Clump forming perennial with wispy blue-green stems and leaves. Continuous sky-blue flowers all summer. Ht/Sp 40cm.
LIRIOPE muscari Evergreen, spreading perennial with strappy leaves, and bright violet-mauve flowers in autumn. Ht 30cm, Sp 45cm.
LOBELIA 'Queen Victoria' Clump forming perennial. Deep purple red stems and leaves with racemes of scarlet flowers in late summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 30cm.
LOBELIA siphilitica Clump-forming perennial. Bright green leaves with dense racemes of vivid blue flowers. Might need staking. Ht 60-120cm, Sp 30cm.
LOBELIA speciosa 'Cinnabar Rose' Clump forming perennial with mid-green leaves and deep rose pink flowers, lower petals heavily marked white. Ht to 1m, Sp 30cm.
LUPINUS arboreus Fast growing but short-lived semi-evergreen shrubby perennial. Slightly scented flowers are cream, pale lilac or yellow. Ht/Sp 2m.
LUPINUS 'Chandelier' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with spikes of bright yellow flowers in summer Ht 90cm, Sp 75cm.
LUPINUS 'My Castle' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with spikes of deep rose-pink flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
LUPINUS 'Noble Maiden' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with spikes of creamy-white flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
LUPINUS 'The Chatelaine' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with spikes of bi-coloured pink and white flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
LUPINUS 'The Govenor' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with spikes of bi-coloured deep blue and white flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
LUPINUS 'The Pages' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with spikes of rich, carmine-red flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
LYCHNIS coronaria Clump forming short-lived perennial. Silver-grey woolly foliage and magenta flowers, summer. Self-seeds freely. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
LYCHNIS coronaria 'Alba' Clump forming short-lived perennial. Silvery grey foliage, with pure white flowers in summer. Self seeds freely. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm.
LYCHNIS viscaria alpina Dwarf tufted perennial. Slender dark green leaves with clusters of frilled, magenta pink flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 15cm.
LYCHNIS viscaria 'Splendens Plena' Mat forming tufted perennial. Dark green leaves, sticky stems and double magenta-pink flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 45cm.
LYSIMACHIA ciliata Upright herbaceous perennial. Star shaped yellow flowers with red-brown centres on slender stems, midsummer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
LYSIMACHIA ciliata 'Firecracker' Herbaceous perennial with beetroot red basal leaves contrasting well with pale lemon flowers in late summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 40cm.
LYSIMACHIA clethroides Spreading herbaceous perennial. Upright stems produce dense tapering racemes of white flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
LYSIMACHIA ephemerum Clump forming perennial with grey green leaves and upright stems and dense racemes of white summer flowers. Ht 1m, Sp 30cm.
LYSIMACHIA nummularia Creeping perennial, sometimes rampant, with bright green leaves and yellow 'buttercup' flowers in summer. Ht 5cm, Sp indefinite.
LYSIMACHIA nummularia 'Aurea' Creeping, occasionally rampant, perennial with stunning golden yellow foliage. Bright yellow summer flowers. Ht 5cm, Sp indefinite.
LYSIMACHIA punctata Upright herbaceous perennial with dark green leaves and whorls of yellow summer flowers on stiff stems. Might be invasive. Ht 1m, Sp 60+cm.
LYSIMACHIA punctata 'Alexander' Slow spreading herbaceous perennial. Lovely variegated foliage tinged pink early on. Yellow summer flowers. Ht 90cm, Sp 50cm
LYTHRUM salicaria Clump forming perennial with downy leaves and purple-pink flowers summer to autumn. Ht 1.2m, Sp 45cm.
LYTHRUM salicaria 'Blush' Clump-forming perennial with erect branched stems bearing spikes of pale pink starry flowers summer to autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 40cm.
MACLEAYA cordata Tall, spreading perennial with superb, olive grey foliage and large plumes of buff-white summer flowers. Full sun. Ht 2.5m, Sp 1m.
MALVA sylvestris mauritanica Upright woody perennial with dark green leaves and magenta flowers with purple veins all summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
MALVA sylvestris 'Zebrinus' Erect perennial with rounded mid-green leaves and deep magenta-pink flowers with dark wine centres and veins Long flowering season. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
MECONOPSIS betonicifolia Deciduous perennial. Short-lived if it flowers too young. Blue green leaves and spectacular blue summer flowers. Ht 1.2m, Sp 45 cm.
MECONOPSIS betonicifolia alba Deciduous perennial short-lived especially if it flowers young. Blue green leaves, and white flowers in early summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 45cm.
MECONOPSIS napaulensis Evergreen perennial with rosettes of yellow-green leaves. Bowl shaped pink, red or purple flowers in early summer. Ht 2m, Sp 60cm.
MECONOPSIS x sheldonii Outstanding, deciduous perennial with dark green leaves and large sky-blue flowers in early summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
MIMULUS cardinalis Creeping perennial. Upright stems bear long lasting tubular, scarlet flowers occasionally with yellow throats. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
MIMULUS 'Highland Yellow' Low growing upright perennial with pale green leaves. Long lasting creamy-yellow flowers all summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
MIMULUS luteus Vigorous spreading perennial. Yellow flowers with dark red or purple spots from late spring to summer. Self seeding. Ht 30cm, Sp 60cm.
MONARDA 'Cambridge Scarlet' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with aromatic, dark blue-green leaves and rich scarlet red flowers from summer to autumn. Attracts bees. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
MONARDA 'Prairie Night' Herbaceous clump-forming perennial with aromatic leaves and purple-lilac flowers from summer to autumn. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
MONARDA 'Twins' Clump-forming perennial with dark pink flowers summer to autumn. Strong growth. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
MORINA longifolia Evergreen perennial with glossy aromatic foliage. Spikes of tiered waxy white summer flowers become pink then red. Protect from winter wet. Ht 90cm, Sp 30cm.
MYOSOTIS scorpioides Marginal aquatic perennial with bright blue flowers in early summer. Ht/Sp 30cm.
NARCISSUS jonquilla Small, strongly scented wild daffodil with lovely golden yellow flowers in late spring. Ht 30cm.
NARCISSUS 'Tete a Tete' Daffodil. Vigorous dwarf bulbous perennial with deep golden yellow flowers in early spring. Ht 15cm.
NEMESIA 'Fragrant Cloud' Herbaceous perennial with sugary pink and white fragrant flowers with a golden throat. Well drained soils. Ht/Sp 45cm.
NEPETA cataria Nettle-like herbaceous aromatic perennial favoured by cats if not humans. Grey-green leaves, violet blue flowers. Ht/Sp 1m.
NEPETA 'Six Hills Giant' Vigorous clump-forming perennial with aromatic grey-green leaves and spikes of lavender-blue flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, S0 60cm.
NEPETA subsessilis Clump forming perennial with erect stems, aromatic dark green leaves and pinky blue flowers. Ht 90, Sp 30cm.
NERINE bowdenii Robust bulbous perennial with broad strappy leaves. Slightly scented pink wavy flowers in autumn. Ht 45cm, Sp 50cm.
OENANTHE javanica ''Flamingo' Spreading perennial with horizontal rooting stems. Celery like leaves are variegated pink cream and white. Small white flowers late summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 90cm.
OENOTHERA affinis 'African Sun' Bright yellow flowers on trailing stems - excellent tumbling down a retaining wall. Ht 25cm, Sp to 50cm.
OENOTHERA fruiticosa glauca Erect perennial or biennial with green leaves red-tinted when young and light yellow flowers from spring to summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 30cm.
OENOTHERA fruiticosa glauca 'Erica Robin' Erect perennial/biennial with yellow-green leaves flushed red. Bright yellow flowers late spring. Ht 60 cm.
OENOTHERA missouriensis Spreading perennial with trailing stems and cup-shaped bright yellow flowers from late spring to autumn. Ht 15cm, Sp 50cm.
OMPHALODES cappadocica Clump forming evergreen perennial. Lovely azure-blue flowers with white eyes in early spring. Ht 25cm, Sp 40cm.
OMPHALODES verna Clump forming semi-evergreen perennial. Racemes of bright blue flowers with white 'eyes' in spring. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
OMPHALODES verna 'Alba' Clump forming semi-evergreen perennial with racemes of white flowers in spring. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
OPHIOPOGON planiscapus 'Nigrescens' Spreading, clumpy evergreen perennial. Virtually black grassy leaves with pale purple white flowers in summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
OSTEOSPERMUM jucundum 'Blackthorn Seedling' Clump forming perennial with greyish-green foliage and dark purple flowers. Ht 25cm, Sp 50cm.
OSTEOSPERMUM 'Wisley Pink' Clump-forming perennial with pale mauve-pink flowers all season. Ht 30cm, Sp 70cm.
OXALIS adenophylla Mat-forming, bulbous perennial. Grey-green leaves and white, purplish-pink tipped spring flowers. Ht 10cm, Sp 15cm.
OXALIS triangularis Bulbous perennial with purple brown foliage and pure white summer flowers, tinged pink. Best in a shady well drained site. Ht 20-30cm.
PACHYSANDRA terminalis Spreading evergreen perennial. Small white flowers, useful low growing groundcover for shade. Ht 20cm, Sp indefinite.
PAEONIA 'Bowl of Beauty' Herbaceous perennial with mid-green leaves and large 'anemone' carmine pink-tinted flowers with creamy centres in early summer. Ht/Sp 90cm.
PAEONIA 'Felix Crousse' Herbaceous perennial with dark green leaves. The large fragrant double deep crimson-pink flowers have ruffled silver edges. Ht/Sp 70cm.
PAEONIA lactiflora 'Solange' Erect herbaceous perennial with dark-green leaves and huge scented creamy-white flowers with hints of amber and salmon-pink. Ht/Sp 85cm.
PAEONIA mlokosewitschii Erect herbaceous perennial with bluish-green leaves. Single bowl-shaped lemon-yellow flowers early summer. Ht/Sp to 90cm.
PAEONIA officinalis 'Rosea Plena' Herbaceous perennial with erect stems deep green leaves and large double rose-pink flowers in early summer. Ht/Sp 80cm.
PAEONIA officinalis 'Rubra Plena' Herbaceous perennial with deep green lobed leaves and large double crimson flowers in early summer. Ht/Sp 75cm.
PAEONIA 'Sarah Bernhardt' Robust herbaceous perennial with very large, fragrant double rose-pink flowers. Ht/Sp 90cm
PAPAVER orientale 'Dwarf Allegro' Clump forming perennial. White hairy green leaves. Bright scarlet flowers with bold black centres, spring to summer. Ht/Sp 70cm.
PAPAVER orientale 'Harvest Moon' Clump-forming perennial with mid-green leaves and semi-double deep-orange flowers with crinkled petals in summer. Ht/Sp 90cm.
PAPAVER orientale 'Perry's White' Clump-forming perennial with hairy green leaves. Flowers are white with maroon-purple centres in spring/summer. Ht/Sp 70cm.
PAPAVER orientale 'Pinnacle' Clump-forming perennial soft-green leaves. Large scarlet flowers bloom in summer. Ht/Sp 70cm.
PAPAVER orientale 'Turkenlouis' Clump-forming perennial with erect stems soft-green leaves and fringed fiery red flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 70cm.
PENSTEMON barbatus Upright semi-evergreen perennial. Pendant tubular red flowers from summer to autumn. Best with some support. Ht 1.8m, Sp 40cm.
PENSTEMON 'Blackbird' Semi-evergreen perennial with strong ruby red tubular flowers all summer. Ht 60cm.
PENSTEMON carfertus Low growing spreading semi-evergreen perennial. Yellow/white flowers in summer/autumn. Ht/Sp 45cm.
PENSTEMON edithiae Low growing herbaceous perennial with purple-blue trumpet shaped flowers in summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 40cm.
PENSTEMON 'Firebird' Semi-evergreen perennial with large scarlet flowers from mid-summer onwards. Ht 75cm, Sp 60cm.
PENSTEMON 'Garnet' Vigorous bushy evergreen perennial with bell-shaped deep wine-red flowers all summer. One of the hardiest. Ht 90cm, Sp 1m.
PENSTEMON hartwegii 'Albus' Semi-evergreen perennial with white snapdragon flowers in summer. Ht 45cm, Sp 30cm.
PENSTEMON 'Heavenly Blue' Semi-evergreen perennial with attractive long-lasting blue flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 40cm.
PENSTEMON hirsutus 'Pygmaeus' Evergreen, compact mat forming perennial. Purple tinted foliage and pale purple/violet flowers with white throats. Ht 10cm, Sp 25cm.
PENSTEMON 'Husker's Red' Upright perennial with attractive, unusual beetroot-purple stems and foliage, white flowers in summer. Ht 80cm, Sp 45cm
PENSTEMON 'King George V' Semi-evergreen perennial with bright red flowers, and white/red throats from summer to late autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
PENSTEMON newberryi Evergreen mat-forming sub-shrub with leathery dark green leaves and dark red-pink flowers in summer. Ht 25cm, Sp 30cm.
PENSTEMON 'Osprey' Semi-evergreen upright perennial with creamy flowers flushed pink. Gorgeous, but needs winter protection. Ht 70cm, Sp 45cm.
PENSTEMON pinifolius Low spreading evergreen sub-shrub with needle like foliage and bright scarlet flowers in summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 25cm.
PENSTEMON pinifolius 'Mersea Yellow' Low spreading evergreen sub-shrub with needle like foliage and bright deep-yellow flowers in summer. Ht 30cm, Sp 25cm.
PENSTEMON 'Purple Bedder' Semi-evergreen perennial with upright stems of large dark purple tubular flowers from midsummer to autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
PENSTEMON rubicundus Semi-evergreen perennial with flame red flowers from summer to autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
PENSTEMON virens Clump-forming perennial alpine with dark green leaves and small clusters of deep blue flowers in summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 30cm.
PENSTEMON 'White Bedder' Semi-evergreen perennial with snow white flowers in summer, becoming pinky. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm
PENSTEMON 'White Throat' Semi-evergreen perennial with large true purple flowers, with white mottled 'throats'. Ht/Sp 90cm.
PERSICARIA affinis 'Darjeeling Red' Mat-forming evergreen perennial with large dark-green leaves. From summer to autumn spikes of pink flowers turn to red. Ht 25cm, Sp 50cm.
PERSICARIA affinis 'Dimity' Mat forming evergreen perennial. Green leaves, red bronze in autumn. Pink flower spikes summer/autumn. Ht 10cm, Sp 45cm.
PERSICARIA amplexicaulis Robust clump forming evergreen perennial. Tall spikes of bright red, fading to pink flowers, summer to autumn. Ht/Sp to 1.2m.
PERSICARIA bistorta 'Superbum' Vigorous, clump forming semi-evergreen perennial with masses of soft pink flowers all summer. Tolerates dry soil. Ht/Sp 90cm.
PERSICARIA campanulata Clump forming semi evergreen perennial, with panicles of pink/white flowers from midsummer. Ht/Sp 90cm.
PERSICARIA 'Red Dragon' Upright spreading perennial with superb maroon leaves, heart shaped centres and a pale chevron. Ht 60cm, Sp 50cm.
PERSICARIA vacciniifolia Semi evergreen, mat forming perennial. Mid green pointed leaves with deep pink flowers in narrow upright spikes. Ht 20cm, Sp 50cm.
PHLOX carolina 'Bill Baker' Upright spreading herbaceous perennial with thick bright-green leaves and pink flowers in summer. Ht 45cm, Sp 30cm.
PHLOX carolina 'Miss Lingard' Upright, evergreen perennial with wiry, arching stems and fine leaves. Good display of white flowers in summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 45cm.
PHLOX maculata 'Delta' Upright perennial. Cones of fragrant rose/white flowers with a dark eye in summer. Moist fertile soils in full sun. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
PHLOX maculata 'Natascha' Upright herbaceous perennial. Flowers have alternating cerise and white petals, summer. Best in full sun. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
PHLOX paniculata Upright herbaceous perennial. Conical heads of fragrant white, pink or lilac flowers from summer to autumn. Ht 1.2m, Sp 1m.
PHLOX paniculata 'Blue Boy' Erect herbaceous strong-growing perennial has fragrant mauve-blue flowers with a white eye summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 80cm.
PHLOX paniculata 'Katarina' Erect herbaceous perennial with lavender flowers summer to autumn. Mildew resistant. One of the best for overall appearance. Ht/Sp 80cm.
PHLOX paniculata 'Nicky' Erect herbaceous perennial with dark purple summer flowers. Ht 90cm, Sp 80cm.
PHLOX paniculata 'Prince of Orange' Upright perennial with conical heads of orange red flowers in summer. Prefers moist fertile soils in full sun/part shade. Ht 80cm.
PHLOX paniculata 'Skylight' Upright perennial with fragrant bright pink flowers in summer. Prefers moist fertile soils in full sun or part shade. Ht 1m, Sp 80cm.
PHLOX paniculata 'Tenor' Vigorous erect herbaceous perennial with beautiful soft ruby-red flowers on long stems. Good for cutting. Ht/Sp 75cm.
PHLOX paniculata 'The King' Erect herbaceous perennial with intense deep violet flowers on strong stems. Good for cutting. Ht/Sp 85cm.
PHLOX paniculata 'White Admiral' Upright herbaceous perennial with cones of fragrant white flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 90cm.
PHLOX stolonifera 'Blue Ridge' Spreading perennial. Dark green leaves and clear blue flowers early summer. Rich moist soil, part shade. Ht 15cm, Sp 30cm.
PHLOX subulata 'Atropurpurea' Dense clump or mat-forming perennial with light purple flowers in early summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 50cm.
PHLOX subulata 'G F Wilson' Dense vigorous evergreen perennial with cushions of bright green leaves and lavender blue spring flowers. Ht 10cm, Sp 50cm.
PHLOX subulata 'Kimono' Low growing perennial. Masses of summer flowers, petals are broadly striped bright pink and white. Ht 10cm, Sp 50cm.
PHLOX subulata 'Maysnow' Spreading semi-evergreen perennial with a mass of small white flowers in early summer. Well drained fertile soils. Ht 10cm, Sp 50cm.
PHORMIUM tenax Upright evergreen perennial. Rigid spiky leaves, dark green above, blue-green below. Red flowers, purple panicles. Ht to 4m, Sp 2m.
PHORMIUM tenax 'Purpureum' Evergreen, upright perennial. Bold, stiff pointed leaves are rich purple to dark copper. Red flowers on purple stems. Ht 2m, Sp 1m.
PHUOPSIS stylosa Low-growing perennial with musk-scented pale green star-like leaves and rounded pink flowers in summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 50cm.
PHYSALIS franchettii 'Gigantea' Vigorous spreading perennial with small creamy white flowers then orange berries encased in a papery lantern. Ht 60cm, Sp Indefinite.
PHYSOSTEGIA virginiana 'Alba' Graceful spreading deciduous perennial. Racemes of white flowers in late summer. Good for cutting. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
PHYSOSTEGIA virginiana 'Rosea' Spreading deciduous perennial with a failsafe reputation. Pale lilac pink flowers in summer. Good for cutting. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
PHYSOSTEGIA virginiana 'Variegata' Graceful spreading perennial. Lovely green/white foliage with a hint of pink. Lilac pink/purple flowers in late summer. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
POLEMONIUM 'Brize d'Anjou' Deciduous clump-forming perennial. A variegated form with deep blue flowers in summer. Ht 40cm, Sp 30cm.
POLEMONIUM carneum 'Apricot Delight' Clump forming perennial with lovely long-lasting apricot and lilac flowers in summer Ht 30, Sp 20cm.
POLEMONIUM 'Lambrook Mauve' Semi-prostrate perennial with prolific lilac-blue flowers during late spring and early summer. Ht/Sp 45cm.
POLEMONIUM pauceflorum Short lived clump forming perennial. Red tinted tubular yellow flowers all summer. Ht/Sp 50cm.
POLEMONIUM reptans 'Blue Pearl' Semi-prostrate perennial with finely cut foliage and long-lasting blue summer flowers. Ht 30cm, Sp 45cm.
POLEMONIUM yezoense hidakanum 'Purple Rain' Herbaceous perennial with purple leaves and loose sprays of deep blue flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 45cm.
POLYGONATUM multiflorum Perennial with arching leaf stems and tubular green-tipped white flowers in late spring. Ht 90cm, Sp 25cm.
POLYGONATUM multiflorum 'Variegatum' Perennial with slightly arched stems. The variegated leaves have dark and pale green streaks and narrow white margins. Creamy flowers in spring then blue-black fruits. Ht 60cm, Sp. 30cm.
POTENTILLA atrosanguinea Clump forming herbaceous perennial. Silvery green leaves with a rich orange red flower in summer. Ht 45-90cm, Sp 60cm.
POTENTILLA 'Etna' Herbaceous perennial with deep green leaves and semi-double dark red velvety flowers in mid-summer. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
POTENTILLA 'Flamenco' Clump forming perennial with deep green leaves and single, flame red flowers from late spring to mid-summer. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
POTENTILLA 'Gibsons Scarlet' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with soft green leaves and single bright scarlet summer flowers. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
POTENTILLA 'Monarch's Velvet' Clump forming herbaceous perennial with single rich dark maroon velvety flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 60cm.
POTENTILLA 'Monsieur Rouillard' Clump forming perennial with mid green leaves and double deep blood-red flowers. Limited supply. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
POTENTILLA nepalensis 'Miss Wilmot' Clump forming perennial with salmon pink/red flowers with darker pink centres. Ht 40, Sp 60cm.
POTENTILLA 'William Rollisson' Clump forming perennial with mid green leaves and semi-double yellow/red orange flowers with yellow centres. Ht 45cm, Sp 60 cm.
PRATIA pedunculata Creeping evergreen perennial with tiny leaves and masses of star shaped blue flowers in summer. Ht 2cm, Sp indefinite.
PRIMULA auricula Evergreen perennial with pale grey-green mealy white leaves, fragrant yellow flowers in spring. Most sites. Ht 20cm, Sp 25cm.
PRIMULA beesiana Semi-evergreen perennial (candelabra group). Reddish pink, yellow eyed summer flowers. Rich moist soils in part shade. Ht/Sp 60cm.
PRIMULA bulleyana Semi-evergreen perennial (candelabra group). Whorls of crimson then orange/red summer flowers. Moist shady soils. Ht/Sp 60cm.
PRIMULA cowichan 'Maroon' Semi-evergreen perennial (polyanthus group). Bronze-flushed foliage, dark maroon flowers. Most soils. Ht/Sp 20cm
PRIMULA cowichan 'Red' Semi-evergreen perennial (polyanthus group). Bronze-flushed foliage, rich red flowers. Most soils. Ht/Sp 20cm.
PRIMULA denticulata Robust deciduous perennial with a ball of tiny flowers on top of a drumstick stem. Colours vary from white, pink, red to purple in spring. Ht. Sp 45cm
PRIMULA denticulata 'Alba' Drumstick primula. Robust deciduous perennial. Bell shaped white flowers crowded in a lovely globe. Most soils. Ht/Sp 45cm.
PRIMULA denticulata 'Mauve' Robust deciduous perennial. Bell shaped mauve flowers crowded in a lovely globe. Most soils. Ht/Sp 45cm.
PRIMULA denticulata 'Rubra' Drumstick primula. Robust deciduous perennial. Bell shaped purple red flowers crowded in a lovely globe. Most soils. Ht/Sp 45cm.
PRIMULA florindae Deciduous perennial. Really fragrant sulphur yellow hanging flowers on strong stems. Most soils. Ht 1.2m, Sp 90cm.
PRIMULA florindae rubra Giant cowslip. Deciduous perennial. Really fragrant red and orange hanging flowers on strong stems. Most soils. Ht 1.2m, Sp 90cm.
PRIMULA 'Garryarde Guinevere' Evergreen perennial (polyanthus group). Pale purple pink flowers, bronze green leaves. Rich, moist shady soils. Ht 12cm, Sp 25cm.
PRIMULA japonica 'Miller's Crimson' Robust deciduous perennial. Whorls of crimson late spring flowers. Moist soils in part shade. Ht/Sp 45cm.
PRIMULA 'Kinlough Beauty' Evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial. Polyanthus group. Dark green leaves and cream striped salmon-pink flowers in spring. Ht 12cm, Sp 35cm.
PRIMULA rosea 'Grandiflora' Vigorous rosette forming deciduous perennial. Green leaves often tinted come after the large red-pink flowers in spring. Ht/Sp 20cm.
PRIMULA vialii Funny little short-lived perennial. Spiky crimson buds open to purple, giving two-tone effect. Moist shady site. Ht 60cm, Sp 30cm.
PROSTANTHERA cuneata Spreading bushy evergreen shrub. Strongly aromatic leaves, and a mass of white flowers with blue markings. Ht/Sp 50cm.
PULMONARIA angustifolia 'Munstead Blue' Clump-forming perennial with dark green leaves and lovely clear true-blue flowers in early spring. Ht 15cm, Sp 45cm.
PULMONARIA 'Diana Clare' Low-growing slow spreading perennials. Large silver-gilded green leaves (young foliage spotted) with large violet-blue flowers early spring. Ht 30cm, Sp 45cm.
PULMONARIA 'Lewis Palmer' Clump forming perennial with dark green leaves, splashed white. Funnel shaped flowers open pink turn bright blue. Ht/Sp 40cm.
PULMONARIA 'Majeste' Low-growing slow-spreading perennial with silvered grey leaves and pink and violet flowers early spring. Ht 25cm, Sp 40cm.
PULMONARIA 'Mrs Kittle' Clump forming evergreen perennial with silver spotted foliage and pale grey-blue flowers. Ht/Sp 30cm.
PULMONARIA officinalis Open clump-forming evergreen perennial with white spotted leaves. Flowers open pink, turn reddish-violet then blue. Ht 25cm, Sp 45cm.
PULMONARIA officinalis albocorollata Open clump-forming evergreen perennial with white spotted leaves and white spring flowers. Ht 25cm, Sp 45cm.
PULMONARIA rubra 'David Ward' Clump-forming evergreen perennial with white, sage-green and cream leaves. Coral red flowers late winter/spring. Ht 30cm, Sp 90cm.
PULMONARIA rubra 'Redstart' Clump-forming perennial with velvety unspotted bright green leaves. Long-lasting very early coral red flowers. Ht 40cm, Sp 90cm.
PULMONARIA saccharata Ground cover perennial with silvery/grey foliage and pink/blue flowers in spring. Ht 25 cm Sp 45 cm.
PULSATILLA vulgaris Clump-forming perennial with hairy young leaves, silky bell shaped purple flowers, then silvery plumed seed-heads. Resent root disturbance. Ht/Sp 20cm.
PULSATILLA vulgaris alba Clump-forming perennial with hairy young leaves, silky bell shaped pure white flowers then silvery plumed seed-heads. Resent root disturbance. Ht/Sp 20cm.
PULSATILLA vulgaris 'Rubra' Clump-forming perennial with hairy young leaves, silky bell shaped dark red flowers then silvery plumed seed-heads. Resent root disturbance. Ht/Sp 20cm.
PUSCHKINIA scilloides libotanica Small bulbous perennial with upright leaves and racemes of small white spring flowers. Ht 20cm, Sp 5cm.
PYRETHRUM grandiflorum Bush herbaceous perennial. Large daisy-like white pink or red flowers have yellow centres in summer. Ht 65cm, Sp 45cm.
RANUNCULUS aconitifolius 'Flore Pleno' Clump forming perennial with deeply divided, dark green leaves. Double pure white flowers in spring/summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
RHEUM 'Ace of Hearts' Perennial with large heart-shaped leaves Dark green, red-veined above and purple-red beneath. Panicles of tiny pink to white flowers in summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 90cm.
RHEUM palmatum 'Atrosanguineum' Herbaceous perennial with massive rootstock. Young crimson-purple toothed leaves turn dark green with age. Cerise-pink flowers summer. Ht 2.5m, Sp 1.8m.
RHEUM palmatum 'Tanguticum' Clump-forming perennial. Large deeply cut red-purple leaves fade to green. Massive panicles of cerise flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 2m.
RHODANTHEMUM hosmariense Spreading bushy sub-shrub. Silver-grey finely cut leaves, and white daisy flowers with yellow centres, spring to autumn. Ht/Sp to 30cm.
RHODIOLA rosea Turtle-shaped perennial. Fleshy grey-green leaves on upright stems, topped by flat clusters of tiny yellow flowers. Ht 20cm, Sp 35cm.
RODGERSIA aesculifolia Clump-forming perennial. Large 'horse chestnut' like leaves with white or pink fluffy flower panicles in summer. Ht to 2m, Sp 1m.
RODGERSIA pinnata 'Superba' Clump forming perennial. Spectacular 'horse chestnut' leaves, with cream, pink or red flowers in mid summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 75cm.
RODGERSIA podophylla Clump-forming perennial, palmate leaves smooth and glossy when mature and bronze-red in autumn. Ht to 1.5m, Sp to 1.8.
ROSCOA cautleoides Tuberous perennial with lance-shaped green leaves and white, yellow or purple orchid-like flowers in midsummer. Ht 55cm, Sp 15cm.
ROSCOA scillifolia Slender tuberous perennial with lance-shaped green leaves and pink orchid-like flowers in summer. Can self-seed freely. Ht 35cm, Sp 8cm.
RUDBECKIA fulgida deamii Upright perennial. Long-lasting orange yellow flowers with a dark conical centre, late summer/autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
RUDBECKIA fulgida 'Goldsturm' Upright perennial. Daisy-like golden flower heads with conical black centres on strong stems in late summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
RUDBECKIA 'Herbstonne' Tall upright clump-forming perennial. Glossy green leaves, bright yellow flowers with green centres lasting well into autumn. Ht 1.8m, Sp 90cm.
SANGUISORBA obtusa Upright perennial with grey-green leaves and bottle brush spikes of rich pink flowers from summer to autumn. Ht/Sp 60cm.
SAPONARIA officinalis 'Rosea Plena' Upright perennial with pale pink, scented double flowers in summer and autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 50cm.
SAPONARIA officinalis 'Rubra Plena' Upright perennial with scented double red flowers fading to pink, from summer to autumn. Ht 60cm, Sp 50cm.
SAXIFRAGA cotyledon Evergreen rosette forming perennial. Pale green lime encrusted leaves and white summer flowers. Ht 60cm, Sp 20cm.
SAXIFRAGA umbrosa London Pride. Evergreen rosette forming perennial with tiny white flowers in summer. Good ground cover in poor soil. Ht 30cm, Sp indefinite.
SAXIFRAGA urbium Spreading evergreen perennial. Rosettes of spoon shaped leathery leaves and white flowers, flushed pink. Ht 30cm, Sp indefinite.
SCABIOSA caucasica 'Clive Greaves' Clump forming perennial with grey green leaves and lavender blue summer flowers. Ht/Sp 60cm.
SCABIOSA pterocephalia Evergreen mat-forming perennial, hairy grey-green leaves and mauve-pink flowers in summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 20cm.
SCHIZOSTYLIS coccinea Evergreen perennial with grassy foliage and large deep pink flowers in late summer. Ht to 60cm, Sp 30cm.
SCHIZOSTYLIS coccinea 'Major' Evergreen perennial with grassy foliage and large bright red flowers in late summer. Ht to 60cm, Sp 30cm.
SCHIZOSTYLIS coccinea 'Sunrise' Evergreen perennial with grassy foliage and salmon pink flowers in autumn. Ht to 50cm, Sp 30cm.
SCILLA siberica Bulbous perennial with narrow upright leaves and loose spires of pendulous bright blue spring flowers. Ht 15cm, Sp 5cm.
SCILLA siberica 'Alba' Bulbous perennial with narrow upright leaves and loose spires of pendulous white spring flowers. Ht 15cm, Sp 5cm.
SCROPHULARIA auriculata 'Variegata' Vigorous upright aquatic or moisture-loving perennial with wrinkled, green and cream leaves. Yellowish flowers in early summer. Ht/Sp 90cm.
SCUTELLARIA hastifolia Low growing clump-forming perennial with small blue tubular flowers in summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 25cm.
SEDUM aizoon Deciduous perennial with upright stems and light green leaves. Flat clusters of yellow flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 45cm.
SEDUM erythrostictum 'Mediovariegartum' Clump-forming deciduous perennial with glaucous leaves splashed cream. Clusters of white flowers in late autumn. Ht 30cm, Sp 45cm.
SEDUM 'Herbstfreude' Clump-forming deciduous perennial with glaucous leaves and flat heads of deep pink flowers turning copper-red in autumn. Ht/Sp 60cm.
SEDUM hybrid 'Matrona' Clump forming deciduous perennial. Dark glaucous leaves with clusters of red flowers in white bracts summer to autumn. Ht 40cm, Sp 30cm.
SEDUM kamtschaticum 'Weihenstephan's Gold' Semi-evergreen, prostrate perennial. Glossy fleshy leaves edged with cream. Rich golden flowers in late summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 40cm.
SEDUM pachyclados Low growing perennial with neat rosettes of silver grey foliage and small white flowers in summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 20cm.
SEDUM 'Purple Emperor' Upright perennial with very dark purple leaves and red flowers, summer. Ht 40cm.
SEDUM 'Ruby Glow' Low growing perennial. Spreading stems, purple/green leaves and flat clusters of ruby red mid-summer flowers. Ht 25cm, Sp 45cm.
SEDUM spathulifolium 'Cape Blanco' Mat-forming evergreen perennial. Leaf rosettes have a powdery white bloom. Yellow flowers in summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 60cm.
SEDUM spectabile 'Stardust' Clump forming deciduous perennial with succulent green leaves and flat heads of white flowers in late summer. Ht/Sp to 45cm. clusters of white flowers late summer. Ht 40cm, Sp 30cm.
SEDUM spurium Vigorous mat-forming evergreen perennial with green leaves and pinkish-purple or white flowers late summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 60cm.
SEDUM spurium 'Atropurpureum' Vigorous mat-forming evergreen perennial. Round succulent wine-red foliage and rose-red flowers in late summer. Ht 10cm, So 60cm.
SEDUM spurium 'Roseum' Vigorous mat-forming perennial with green leaves and pink flowers in late summer. Ht10cm, Sp 60cm.
SEDUM spurium 'Variegatum' Mat-forming evergreen perennial with variegated pink cream and green leaves. Pink flowers in late summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 60cm.
SEDUM 'Stewed Rhubarb' Clump-forming deciduous perennial with glaucus round fleshy leaves and greyish brown-red flowers in summer. Ht 20cm.
SEMPERVIVUM arachnoideum 'Rubin' Mat forming succulent perennial with dark maroon rosettes cobwebbed with white hairs. Reddish flowers in summer. Ht 8cm, Sp 30cm.
SEMPERVIVUM calcareum Mat-forming succulent perennial with bright green rosettes which have red tips. Ht 10cm, Sp 30cm.
SEMPERVIVUM pyrenacium Mat-forming succulent perennial with large central burgundy coloured rosette surrounded by small green rosettes which turn red with age. Ht 5cm Sp 30cm.
SEMPERVIVUM 'Standard Green' Mat-forming evergreen succulent with rosettes of deep green leaves and greenish red flowers in summer. Ht 8cm, Sp 15cm.
SEMPERVIVUM tectorum 'Rubin' Mat-forming succulent perennial with deep burgundy rosettes. Upright stems of red-purple flowers in summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 50cm.
SIDALCEA candida Clump forming perennial. Masses of upright stems with white or creamy flowers in mid summer. Ht 70cm, Sp 50cm.
SIDALCEA malviflora 'Elsie Heugh' Erect clump-forming perennial with deeply lobed mid-green leaves. The large purple-pink flowers have fringed petals. Ht 75cm, Sp 45cm
SIDALCEA malviflora 'Rose Queen' Clump forming perennial. Long lasting deep rose-pink flowers in summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 45cm.
SILENE alpestris Tufted evergreen perennial with tight green leaves and sprays of white or pink-flushed flowers in early summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 20cm.
SILENE alpestris 'Flore Pleno' Tufted evergreen perennial, covered with sprays of small white double flowers in early summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 20cm.
SILENE uniflora Semi-evergreen perennial with grey-green leaves and white summer flowers. Ht 15cm, Sp 20cm.
SILENE uniflora 'Druett's variegated' Prostrate semi-evergreen perennial with attractive variegated leaves and white flowers. Ht 15cm, Sp 20cm. .
SILENE uniflora 'Flore Pleno' Lax prostrate semi-evergreen perennial. Fleshy grey-green leaves and upright stems of double white flowers. Ht 15cm, Sp 20cm.
SILENE uniflora 'Rosea' Semi-evergreen perennial with grey-green leaves and pink flowers in summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 20cm.
SISYRINCHIUM californicum brachypus Semi-evergreen perennial. Star shaped dark veined bright yellow flowers. Short-lived but self seeds freely. Ht to 60cm, Sp 15cm.
SISYRINCHIUM graminoides angustifolium Semi-evergreen perennial with grassy leaves and upright stems with deep blue, yellow throated flowers in summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 15cm.
SISYRINCHIUM idahoense bellum Semi-evergreen perennial with narrow leaves, upright stems, violet-blue, yellow-throated flowers in summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 6cm.
SISYRINCHIUM idahoense 'Maysnow' Clump-forming semi-evergreen perennial. Upright stems of white yellow-throated flowers in summer. Ht 12cm, Sp 15cm.
SISYRINCHIUM 'Quaint and Queer' Semi-evergreen perennial with grassy leaves and star shaped brown/purple flowers. Ht 20cm, Sp 15cm.
SISYRINCHIUM striatum Evergreen perennial with iris-like grey green leaves. Cup-shaped pale yellow flowers on stiff stems in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 25cm.
SISYRINCHIUM striatum 'Aunt May' Semi-evergreen perennial. Grey-green iris-like leaves with a creamy yellow stripe. Pale yellow summer flowers. Ht 50cm, Sp 25cm.
SMILACINA racemosa Clump-forming perennials, similar to Solomon's' Seal. Panicles of white flowers in spring then red berries. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
SOLIDAGO flexicaulus Upright herbaceous perennial . Fluffy clusters of golden yellow flowers in late summer. Ht 1m, Sp 50cm.
SOLIDAGO 'Goldenmosa' Compact bushy perennial. Bright yellow flowers from late summer to autumn. Ht 75cm, Sp 45cm.
SOLIDAGO 'Goldkind' Clump forming perennial. Sprays of tufted yellow flower heads in late summer and autumn. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
STACHYS byzantina Mat forming low perennial. Grey-white woolly leaves, with upright spikes of pink flowers. Ht 45cm, Sp 60cm.
STOKESIA laevis Evergreen rosette forming perennial. Purplish blue cornflower-like flowers summer/autumn. May need support. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
STOKESIA laevis 'Purple Parasol' Rosette-forming evergreen perennial with large deep violet purple aster-like flowers from midsummer to autumn. Ht/Sp 30cm.
TANACETUM haradjanii Mat-forming woody evergreen perennial. Silvery grey stems and leaves, daisy-like yellow flowers late summer. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
TELLIMA grandiflora Rosette-forming herbaceous perennial with bright green leaves and spikes of cream or yellowish flowers in summer. Ht 70cm, Sp 30cm.
THALICTRUM aquilegifolium Clump forming perennial with columbine-like leaves. Tall stems of fluffy lilac-pink flowers in early summer. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
THALICTRUM aquilegifolium 'Album' Clump forming perennial with columbine-like leaves. Tall stems of fluffy pure white flowers in early summer. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
THALICTRUM delavayi 'Hewitt's Double' Upright clump-forming perennial with long stems carrying clusters of rich mauve 'pom-pom' flowers. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
THALICTRUM delavayii Clump forming perennial with dark purple stems and small fluffy mauve flowers in summer. Stunning. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
THALICTRUM flavum glaucum Clump forming perennial with glaucous stems and leaves. Panicles of sulphur-yellow flowers in summer. Ht 1m, Sp 60cm.
THALICTRUM kiusianum Mat-forming perennial with fern-like dark blue-green leaves and pale purplish pink flowers in early summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 30cm.
THERMOPSIS villosa Herbaceous perennial with attractive lupin-like leaves, and downy yellow flowers in early summer. Ht 1.2m, Sp 60cm.
TIARELLA wherryi Compact slow-spreading perennial. Pale green leaves, small white flowers on thin stems in late spring. Ht 20cm, Sp 15cm.
TRADESCANTIA 'Concorde Grape' Herbaceous perennial with lovely grey foliage and strong violet flowers in summer, again in early autumn. Ht/Sp 55cm.
TRADESCANTIA 'Little Doll' Herbaceous perennial. A recently bred form of an old US favourite, with truly continuous pale blue flowers. Ht 25cm, Sp 35cm.
TRADESCANTIA virginiana Herbaceous perennial with grassy green foliage and bright blue flowers all summer Ht/Sp 45cm.
TRADESCANTIA x andersoniana Clump forming perennial. Mid green grassy leaves, variable blue, purple or pinky flowers all summer. Ht/Sp 40-60cm.
TRADESCANTIA x andersoniana 'Purple Dome' Clump forming perennial. Mid-green grassy leaves, rich purple flowers all summer. Ht/Sp 40-60cm.
TRIFOLIUM repens 'Purpurascens Quadrifolium' Vigorous perennial with four heart-shaped leaflets, deep maroon with narrow green margins and masses of tiny white flowers in summer. Ht 10cm, Sp indefinite.
TRILLIUM grandiflorum Vigorous clump-forming perennial. Pure white spring flowers fade to pink by summer. Ht 40cm, Sp indefinite.
TROLLIUS cultorum 'Orange Princess' Clump-forming perennial for moist, wet heavy soils. Flowers are orange-gold in late spring early summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 45cm.
TROLLIUS hybrids Clump forming perennial with glossy, mid-green leaves and deep yellow flowers, early summer. Ht 65cm, Sp 45cm.
TROLLIUS x cultorum 'Lemon Queen' Clump forming perennial with glossy leaves. Lovely subtle lemon yellow globular flowers in early summer. Ht 60cm, Sp 45cm.
VALERIANA phu 'Aurea' Clump forming perennial. Clear, golden yellow spring leaves turn first lime then pale green. Small white summer flowers. Ht/Sp 60cm.
VERBASCUM 'Arctic Summer' Majestic upright biennial or short-lived perennial. White woolly leaves, sulphur yellow flowers on tall stiff stems. Ht 1.8m, Sp 60cm.
VERBASCUM 'Cotswold King' Self-seeding biennial with large scented yellow and cream flowers May-October. Ht 1.5m.
VERBASCUM 'Helen Johnson' Rosette forming evergreen perennial. Downy grey green leaves and pinkish brown flowers in summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 30cm.
VERBASCUM 'Jackie' Herbaceous perennial with short attractive pink-beige flowers most of the summer. Ht 55cm, Sp 30cm.
VERBASCUM 'Pink Domino' Rosette forming semi-evergreen perennial. Dark green leaves and panicles of salmon pink flowers mid-late summer. Ht 1m, Sp 45cm.
VERBASCUM 'Southern Charm' Herbaceous perennial with tall spikes of long lasting apricot, dusky pink and cream flowers. Good for cutting. Ht 50-100cm.
VERBENA bonariensis Upright airy perennial. Few dark wrinkled leaves, masses of tight purple flowerheads. May need winter protection. Ht 2m, Sp 45cm.
VERONICA austriaca teucrium 'Crater Lake Blue' Mat forming perennial with bright green leaves and upright spikes of brilliant bright blue flowers all summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
VERONICA gentianoides 'Variegata' Mat-forming perennial. Rosettes of dark green and white variegated leaves. Upright spires of pale blue flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 45cm.
VERONICA prostrata Mat forming perennial. Bright green leaves, spreading stems, and pale to deep blue flowers in early summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 40cm.
VERONICA prostrata 'Mrs Holt' Mat forming perennial. Bright green leaves, spreading stems, and pale pink flowers in early summer. Ht 15cm, Sp 40cm.
VERONICA spicata Mat forming perennial with spreading, rooting stems. Dense racemes of bright blue flowers in summer. Ht 30-60cm, Sp 45cm.
VERONICA spicata 'Heidekind' Low growing perennial with silver-grey leaves and short spikes of raspberry pink flowers. Lovely. Ht 30cm, Sp 45cm.
VERONICA spicata incana Low growing perennial with hairy silvery leaves and stems. Purple blue flowers in summer. Ht/Sp 30cm.
VERONICA spicata 'Rose' Mat forming perennial with bright green leaves and upright spikes of star-shaped deep pink flowers all summer. Ht/Sp 30cm.
VERONICASTRUM virginicum 'Album' Imposing, upright perennial. Dark green leaves, slender spikes of white flowers, midsummer to autumn. Ht 2m, Sp 45cm.
VIOLA 'Jeannie Bellew' Compact perennial with pale creamy-yellow flowers. Ht 10cm, Sp 20cm.
VIOLA labradorica Clump-forming semi-evergreen perennial. Dark leaves, purple-bronze when young. Violet flowers spring and summer. Ht 8cm, Sp indefinite.
VIOLA 'Mollie Sanderson' Compact perennial with small black flowers and a yellow eye. Ht 10cm, Sp 20cm.
VIOLA 'Myfwnny' Compact perennial. The cream flowers are heavily streaked with purple. Ht 10cm, Sp 20cm.
VIOLA odorata Semi-evergreen perennial with bright green leaves and sweetly scented blue flowers in early spring. Ht 20cm, Sp 30cm.
VIOLA 'Rebecca' Hardy compact perennial ideal for rock and scree gardens. Strongly scented flowers white heavily streaked with purple spring to summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 25cm.
VIOLA sororia 'Freckles' Herbaceous perennial with white summer flowers speckled violet-purple. Self seeds freely. Ht 10cm, Sp 20cm.
WALDSTEINIA ternata Semi-evergreen perennial Glossy leaves and bright yellow saucer-shaped flowers in spring/summer. Ht 10cm, Sp 60+cm.
ZANTEDESCHIA aethiopica 'Crowborough' Clump-forming perennial may be evergreen in mild winters. White 'flowers' with yellow centres spring to summer. Ht 90cm, Sp 60cm.
ZAUSCHNERIA californica Clump-forming woody semi-evergreen perennial with brilliant scarlet tubular flowers late summer to autumn. Ht 30cm, Sp 50cm.

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