Perennials - Must Haves
In designing with plants, it is the perennials that ensure that there is constant change, and that there is always an element of surprise or interest in the garden.
Getting to know the dormant and flowering periods of the plants is essential to achieving the right balance in the design, so that as one perennial goes to sleep, another awakens.
Perennials, perhaps more than any other group of plants, are available in a huge range of colours, forms, textures and fragrances in both foliage and flower. There are perennials suitable for almost every area of the garden: from full sun to full shade, in large gardens or small beds and to suit every mood or style. Popular perennial plants include Penstemon, Gaura, Canna, Dahlias, Salvias, Lupins, Columbines, Lilies, Delphiniums and Hellebores - oh! the list is endless.
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A perennial plant (Latin per, "through", annum, "year") is a plant that lives for more than two years, unlike an Annual which grows, sets seed, gayly disperses it and then dies - all in a single season. Perennial plants are divided into two large groups: those that are woody and those that are herbaceous. They can be short-lived (only a few years) or they can be long-lived, and can vary in size from only a few millimeters to over 10 meters tall. They include a wide assortment of plant groups from Ferns to the highly diverse flowering plants like Orchids and Ornamental Grasses.
Perennials typically grow structures that allow them to adapt to living from one year to the next. These structures include bulbs, tubers, woody crowns, rhizomes plus others. They might have specialized stems or crowns that allow them to survive periods of dormancy over cold or dry seasons during the year. Many perennials have adapted to survive under extreme environmental conditions: some can survive hot dry conditions, or cold temperatures. These plants tend to invest a lot of resource into their adaptations and often do not flower and set seed until after a few years of growth.
Many perennials produce relatively large seeds, which can have an advantage as they produce larger seedlings after germination that can better compete with other plants or more quickly develop leaves, ensuring their survival.
In warmer climates, perennials grow continuously. In seasonal climates, their growth is limited to the growing season. For example, in temperate regions a perennial plant may grow and bloom during the warm part of the year, with the foliage dying back in the winter. These plants are deciduous perennials. Regrowth is from existing stem tissue. In some species, perennials retain their foliage all year round; these are evergreen perennials. Come in and take a look around. We've always got something pretty, perky and persuasive in the perennial line.
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PAGE 1 aka Clematis hybrid An award winning little Clematis that as a sprawling habit rather than being a clinging climber. The beautiful nodding mauve-blue flowers appear in summer and autumn. Happiest in well drained, deep cool soil. Prune as per Group 3. Deciduous. RHS AGM
Clematis Arabella Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm ? Container: 3.5l ? $44.99 aka Angel's Fishing Rod Striking perennial which forms arching stems which hold nodding bell shaped rosy-purple flowers 4-6 cm long. Leaves are held in clumps and are long narrow and evergreen. Great for waterside plantings and back of a perennial border. Extremely hardy and tolerant of sunny sites. Dierama Pulcherrimum Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $24.99 aka Bishop's mitre Pretty yellow flowering ground cover which spreads slowly by underground rhizomes. The dainty flowers are produced on thin stems in spring. Leaves are heart shaped and start off light green, turning darker through the season. Prefers shade or semi shade. Drought tolerant and hardy. Native of China Epimedium Davidii Current Stock Height: 5/140 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $24.99 aka Bishop's Hat Heart shaped leaves with bright red stems on a clump forming perennial. Flowers are pink or white with long spurs and displayed in groups above the leaves in spring. New foliage has a bronze appearance and turns green over the season. Prefers moist woodland situation. Native of Japan. Epimedium Grandiflora Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $24.99 aka Barrenwort Compact growing ground cover which thrives in shade or semi shade. Small apricot flowers produced on thin stems in spring. Spreads slowly by underground rhizomes. New foliage is bronze turning green later in season. Tolerant of dry but thrives in moist woodland situation. Epimedium Soft Apricot Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $24.99 aka Barrenwort Pretty spreading ground cover with small bright yellow flowers in spring. Leaves are heart shaped and dark green. Drought tolerant and hardy prefers shady position ideal in woodland areas. Semi deciduous with light green leaves with a red webbing. Epimedium Wisley Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $24.99 aka AKA Lithospermum A great little spreading ground-cover for those of you who love bright blue. Hairy green leaves on trailing stems are covered with masses of deep blue flowers in spring and summer. Likes a well drained, warm spot but can cope with afternoon shade. Cut back after flowering. Evergreen.
Lithodora Grace Ward Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $24.99 A fragrant peony that blooms early in peony season. Its flowers are light pink which gives an energetic and frivolous look. They are nice and sweet smelling. Springtime in a vase. Peony Alertie Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 This is a special peony variety with very large, bright yellow, double bloomed flowers. They come with a slight red centre that stands above the lush, dark green deeply dissected foliage. The flowers have a pleasant, slightly spicy scent. Peony Bartzella Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 A neat compact plant that bear plentiful giant, pink blooms in mid-season Spring. Red-tipped stamens with attractive green foliage and a delicate fragrance all add to the appeal of these anemone-type peonies. Lovely in the garden or picked and put into a vase for fragrance throughout the home. Peony Bouquet Perfect Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 A beautiful Peony that is considered one of the best varieties for cutting. With beautiful colour flowers of red-pink on a strong straight stem they hold their heads high. Lovely picked and displayed in a vase. It has a pleasant scent. Deciduous. Peony Bunker Hill Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 This peony bears fully double flowers loaded with deep pink petals. Highly fragrant flowers that are mid to late season. Likes full sun and a good frost or two as peonies do like the cold in the winter. Plants form an upright bush of dark green leaves, remaining attractive all season. Deciduous. Peony Dr Alexander Fleming Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 A century-and-a-half after its introduction, this fragrant double remains a standard by which all other white Peonies are judged. Strong stems give the blossoms an aristocratic bearing; a touch of cream at the base of the dense, ruffled inner petals lights them up with a warm glow. Deciduous. Peony Duchesse de Nemours Current Stock Height: 0/5 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 With its full-petaled flower in the shape of a rose, this variety is very spectacular. Its outer petals are light pink and its inner petals are ivory white when in full bloom. This Peony has strong,red stems and healthy leaves. A beautiful contrast in a vase. Deciduous. Peony Gardenia Expected Stock Height: 15/20 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. Kansas is a bushy peony with huge, absolutely show-stopping fuscia-pink fragrant flowers. This variety has a good bud count, and even the golf-ball sized buds are worth noting. Flowers are double in form, and maintain their density and fullness throughout their bloom time. Deciduous. Peony Kansas Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 This peony has masses of rich, fragrant, double white flowers with creamy yellow centres. Leaves are dark green and really highlight that many flowers that will grow up and above. Beautiful for a brides bouquet. Deciduous. Peony Kelways Glorious Current Stock Height: 0/5 cm ? Container: 4.7L ? $46.99 A late mid-season peony with full-double ruby red flowers that age to a luscious velvet red. It has good foliage and makes a lovely upright bush. A favourite in the reds. Light fragrance. Peony Paul M Wild Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 This is a red version of the well-known 'Sarah Bernhardt,' large bowl shaped fragrant double blooms, dark green shiny foliage which blooms spring to early summer. Plant in full sun where the frosts are thickest and you will be delighted year after year with it's stunning display. Deciduous. Peony Red Sarah Bernhardt Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 Peonies are old favorites for late spring display, prized for their large, colourful and fragrant blooms. Plants form an upright bush, remaining attractive all season. This popular double selection features soft apple blossom pink petals. Late blooming. Exceptional fragrance. Deciduous. Peony Sarah Bernhardt Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $46.99 aka Sweet Pea Shrub A compact perennial shrub with a rounded habit. Purple sweet pea-like flowers appear nearly all year round. Plant in full sun or part shade. Cold hardy and withstands dry and sunny conditions. Great for containers, borders or coastal plantings.
Polygala Petite Butterfly Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm ? Container: 1.9l ? $24.99 aka Society Garlic Smart South African clump forming, semi-evergreen, perennial with narrow variegated cream and green foliage topped with fragrant lilac flowers from mid summer. Ideal for drift planting in the garden or trouble free mass landscape plants.
Tulbaghia Tricolor Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm ? Container: 1.5l ? $21.99 aka Society Garlic Smart South African clump forming, semi evergreen, perennial with narrow green foliage topped with fragrant lilac flowers from mid summer. Ideal for drift planting in the garden or trouble free mass landscape plants.
Tulbaghia Violacea Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm ? Container: 1.5 ? $21.99 PAGE 1
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Group 3
Habit: Spreading
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 1m
Habit: Weeping
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 50cm
Habit: Groundcover
Mature Size (HxW): 30cm x 50cm
Mature Size (HxW): 30cm x 40cm
Habit: Groundcover
Mature Size (HxW): 40cm x 40cm
Habit: Groundcover
Mature Size (HxW): 15-30cm x 30cm
It is important to note that Lithodora resent root disturbance so take care when weeding to treat it tenderly.
Habit: Groundcover
Mature Size (HxW): 15cm x 30cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 70cm
Likes full sun and a good frost or two as peonies do like the cold in the winter.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 80cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 80cm x 90cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 80cm x 70cm
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): 90cm x 90cm
Habit: Compact
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 100cm
Habit: Clump Forming
Mature Size (HxW): 60cm x 60cm
Mature Size (HxW): 60cm x 60cm
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