Abutilon x Hybrids Large Flowered Mixed

Magnificent, 1½ inch flowers in yellow, amber, apricot, crimson and pink shades. Abutilon Large Flowered Mixed is superb for the garden border or the patio.

Adansonia digitata

Upside-down tree.

Grows 15-21m (50-70ft) in its natural state. Thick, stubby branches spring from the top of Adansonia digitata's enlarged swollen trunk which stores water. A conversation piece. Can also be grown as a house plant.

Agave species mixed

A wide selection with many unusual forms. Ideal for dish gardens, carboys. Long-lasting and trouble free.

Agrostemma githago Ocean Pearl

A really unusual and easy to grow annual. Bred by Thompson & Morgan, the tall erect plants have lots of extra large, pure white flowers with distinctive black speckled markings. Best suited as a border filler but can be used as a short-lived cut flower.

Aloe vera

An excellent, quick growing houseplant with fleshy, speckled leaves, and In warm summers, candle like yellow flowers. Used widely in beauty products, and can be used at home as an antiseptic. Simply snap off the leaves and place on cuts and burns for immediate relief.

Asarina scandens Jewel Mixed

Sophisticated climber, masses of 1½in indigo to violet blue, pink or pure white flowers. Quick to bloom from an early sowing. Ideal for the cold greenhouse or conservatory. One of the longest flowering annuals, in bloom untill Christmas if there is no hard frost or in the greenhouse during winter.

Climbs to 120-240cm (4-8ft).

Banana : Ensete glaucum (Snow Banana)

Possibly the hardiest Ensete species, this plant originates from high altitude China so is accustomed to cooler regions. The huge, glaucous leaves are architectural and decorative, great for the tropical borders or large containers.

Banana : Musa lasiocarpa (Chinese Yellow Banana)

An unusual dwarf hardy banana reputed to be able to take temperatures as low as -10C (14F). This banana has exotic leaves followed by a yellow globular flower, once established. Plant in sun or partial shade outdoors or indoors in containers.

Banana : Musa sikkimensis

Here's a unique chance to grow this new hardy species of Banana, from the Himalayas. A strong and vigorous grower with tough green foliage, often flushed with ruby-red tints. Very hardy, tolerates wind and suitable for large containers or growing in the border.

Height: 3-4m (9-12ft)

Banana : Musa Species Mixed

From germination to a sizeable plant in just 4 months! A mixture of species, all with large, elegant leaves, and some may even produce mini bananas. Makes a decorative feature as a house plant or patio container plant.

Species may vary from illustration.

Banana : Musa velutina

An ornamental banana with lush green foliage, featuring a striking burgundy midrib. An exceptionally quick grower, with bright pink blooms followed by inedible pink bananas in summer, once plants are established. Makes an interesting feature in borders or containers. Easy to grow.

Height: 1.5-1.8m (5-6ft).

Begonia semperflorens Bayou Pink Bicolour F1 Hybrid

A taller semperflorens type that looks impressive in borders or containers. Attractive clusters of pink and white bicoloured flowers are set against very large dark green foliage. Specially bred to produce vigorous germinating seedlings followed by robust plants with outstanding garden performance.

Height: 35-40cm (14-16in).

Begonia semperflorens Two Tones F1 Hybrid

An exclusive mixture of bicolours and picotees, each with dark bronze and green foliage. Outstanding garden performance throughout the summer. Excellent planted in borders and containers, giving a delightful Two Tone effect.

Height: 15-23cm (6-9in)

Begonia semperflorens x hybrida Dragon Wing

Bunches of scarlet-red flowers are produced amongst the glossy-green foliage which is uniquely shaped, giving it the name of 'Dragon Wing'. Good heat tolerance and lush vigorous growth make this a spectacular plant.

Brachycome iberidifolia Bravo

An exciting mixture of the "Swan River Daisy" in three distinct bright colours: white, blue and violet, each with a striking black centre - plus a few surprise colour combinations too. A valuable bedding and container plant. Awarded a Fleuroselect Quality Mark. Flowers summer. Height: 20-25cm (8-10in).

Brugmansia sanguinea

Probably the most spectacular with an abundance of 8in long blooms normally in its second summer. Site in conservatories, greenhouse or sheltered south wall. Height: 3m (10ft).