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Biennials live for 2 years, whereas perennials live for longer. As a general rule, biennial and perennial seeds should be sown in spring, but some can be sown in autumn as well. Many varieties will self-seed after flowering, giving you even more plants!
Aquilegia 'Magpie'Aquilegia vulgaris 'William Guiness', Columbine, Granny's Bonnet The striking black bonnets of Aquilegia ‘Magpie’ make a superb contrast with the white corolla. The exquisite blooms of this classic cottage garden perennial are carried on wiry stems, set above pretty ferny foliage. This hardy Columbine is perfect for en masse in borders and shady woodland edges, and makes an attractive cut flower for a vase indoors. Height: 75cm (30"). Spread: 30cm (12"). More info |
Arum LilyZantedeschia aethiopica, Calla Lily A soothing sight by the waterside, in moist borders or large containers. These robust plants produce glossy foliage shooting like arrows from the base, then from late spring to mid-summer, the beautiful, pure white Arum Lily blooms become a sparkling attraction. Hardy with dry mulch winter protection. More info |
Aquilegia caeruleaRocky Mountain Columbine, Colarado Blue Columbine, Granny's Bonnet Possibly the most beautiful Aquilegia of all. With glorious light to deep blue flowers 2-3in across sometimes fetching bi-coloured with white. An excellent border perennial, grand for cutting, in bloom for several weeks and will grow in sun or light shade. Flowers late spring/early summer. Height: 30-35cm (12-14in) More info |
Aquilegia x hybrida 'Green Apples'Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Green Apples', Columbine, Granny's Bonnet The first green flowered Aquilegia with this spectacular Clematis-like flower formation. The buds open in a delightful lime-green shade, fading to a sumptuous apple-green before ageing to a gentle cream. Makes an interesting feature for borders. More info |
Delphinium x cultorum 'Centurion Rose' F1 HybridOne of the highest quality Delphiniums from seed! Robust flower spikes become clothed in superb mid-rose, triple layered petals, known as duplex flowers, with white bees. Wonderful, adding height and colour to borders, along with impressing the judges on the show bench. Height: 120-150cm (4-5ft). More info |
Lathyrus latifolius 'White Pearl'Everlasting Sweet Pea, Perennial Sweet Pea, Lathyrus latifolius 'Albus' Magnificent, distinctive pearl-like clusters of dazzling white flowers. One of the finest white cut flowers in existance flowering over a long period. They thrive in full sun, love to scramble over tall shrubs, fences etc. and are equally at home on trellises, walls, arbours and pergolas. More info |
Delphinium hybridum 'Green Twist'This gorgeous Delphinium was bred in New Zealand, and has taken many years of selection to ensure it grows true from seed. Strong plants produce tall, stately spires of flowers in an unusual blend of creamy-white with green streaks and shadows on the petals and a cream/green central bee or occasionally no bee at all. Makes a very attractive and unusual addition to perennial borders. Height: 120-150cm (4-5ft) More info |
Lupin 'Silver Fleece'Lupinus chamissonis A selection made from Lupinus chamissonis. Its lovely silver grey foliage will creep and cascade through other plants in borders. Unlike the original, this selection is vigorous and hardy with gorgeous blue and white stumpy flower spikes. If sown early, it will flower in its first year. More info |