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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!
Meconopsis grandisHimalayan Blue Poppy Customer RatingSturdy and long-lived with huge flowers 10-12cm (4-5in) across in a wonderful blue, shot with violet on erect stems. More info |
Lysimachia atropurpureaLoosestrife A superb border plant with silver- green lanceolate foliage and many spikes of claret-red, almost black florets - a highly unusual colour in perennials. May also be used in containers or as a cut flower. More info |
Primula vulgarisPrimrose, Common Primrose Without doubt this native British plant is one of the most beautiful of the Primula family and an excellent garden plant. The flowers are of softest yellow, a colour very rare among flowers, and are deliciously scented. Happy in full sun or part shade. Flowers spring. Height 6in.Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here. More info |
Astrantia major-hybrida 'Ruby Cloud'Hattie's Pincushion, Masterwort Thin upright stems, large flowers of ruby, tinged in apple green. True from seed and wonderful in the damp border. More info |
Meconopsis betonicifolia 'Hensol Violet'Himalayan Blue Poppy, Tibetan Blue Poppy Indulge yourself by growing this rare, mauve form of the exquisite Himalayan Blue Poppy. Scintillating, silky blooms aloft downy foliage give an absolutely breathtaking effect when planted in groups in shady borders and woodland areas. A collector's item for the border. Prefers a deep, moist, loamy soil in part shade. More info |
Primula x tommasinii 'You and Me Blue'Hose-in-Hose Primula, Polyanthus A rarely-offered Primula with the amazing feature of producing two layers of flowers per stem. This unique flower form was first recorded in 1597 and was known as 'Hose in Hose' types after the way Elizabethan gentlemen wore their stockings! You & Me Blue is a delightful selection, which shows off this intriguing characteristic at its best, as well as displaying excellent garden performance and winter hardiness in borders or containers. Height: 15-20cm (6-8in). More info |
Polyanthus 'Gold Laced'Primula Gold-laced Group A true stock which is rarely available. Height: 15-23cm (6-9in).Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here. More info |
Meconopsis betonicifoliaHimalayan Blue Poppy, Tibetan Blue Poppy Customer RatingIs there a more beautiful bloom in the entire flower kingdom then the famous Blue Poppy? It is only to be expected that an elusive, magical flower like this is a little harder to grow. The secret with this plant is to grow cool and well shaded. Height: 60-90cm (24-36in). More info |
Francoa sonchifolia 'Pink Giant'Bridal Wreath Reliable garden perennial with deeply lobed green leaves and spikes of large pink bicoloured petals on long flower spikes. Just as lovely in a border as in a vase. More info |
Primula vialiiAn utterly different and unique primula. Dainty, eye-catching, kniphofia-like flowerscape with carmine, rose and purple mingled together. Will grow in an open border but best in semi-shade. More info |
Primula Candelabra HybridsAn exciting wide ranging mix of these fascinating Primulas which have spikes of very delicate florets appearing in whorls up the stem in a wide range of colours. Thrives in sun or shade. Height: 30-60cm (12-24in). More info |
Meconopsis cambrica 'Double Mixed'Welsh Poppy Welsh Poppy. An exclusive and rare mix of silky pom-pom blooms in orange, red and yellow. The Welsh Poppy is a breezy perennial for dappled shade, blooming from mid-spring right through to autumn. Occasionally an odd single flower may also appear. More info |