perennial plants - A Selection

Salvia 'Lavender Dilly Dilly' flourishes in a warm, bright location and is drought tolerant once established. Tall spikes of lavender-blue flowers with wide mouths emerge above a tidy clump of scented foliage that stays evergreen in warm climates. The blossoms contrast gracefully with the deep purple-black stalks and calyces. Patio pots, gravel gardens, and the front of sunny borders are all good options. Salvias are becoming famous again, and this one is wonderful! Height: 60cm (24). Spread:

A long-flowering summer perennial

A recent introduction from the ?Lips? series, this purple and white bicolour boasts all of the attributes that have made its cousin, Salvia ?Hot Lips? so popular. The aromatic foliage of Salvia 'Amethyst Lips' has a fine blackcurrant fragrance that only adds to its charm.

Introducing the Peony 'Dinner Plate,' a lavish feast for your senses. Immerse yourself in the luscious, shell-pink blooms, adorned with silky petals and delicate fragrance. These colossal blooms, spanning 17cm wide, unfold layers of luminescent pink with paler margins. Held high on sturdy stems, these huge flowers create enchanting long-lasting vase specimens - though parting with them may be a challenge. Blooming from late spring to early summer, this late season peony thrives above deep

A hardy, shrubby, red-flowering salvia

A shrubby perennial salvia with pastel pink flowers

Sedum telephium 'Purple Emperor' is an RHS AGM variety that produces burgundy-blakc foliage, bringing intense colour to borders and beds. Late summer sees ruby-red blooms emerge, continuing into autumn, attracting bees and pollinators along the way. Ideal succulent for hot and sunny borders, or exotic gardens where Sedum telephium 'Purple Emperor' will fit right in and thrive. Height and spread: 45cm (18).

Baptisia 'Decadence Blueberry Sundae' is a striking hybrid in the Baptisia australis family, offering an exciting range of vibrant colours, extended bloom time, and a compact form ideal for smaller gardens. This variety forms neat, bushy clumps of blue-green foliage, topped with tall spires of indigo-blue flowers, reminiscent of lupines, reaching up to 25cm in length. Beginning in May, the blooms gradually unfurl from the base of the spike, building to a peak of colour by late summer. After

This stunning Aster produces masses of beautiful purple daisy-like blooms from last August through to October, amongst a tidy mound of graceful green stems. Tonga is perfect for edging perennial borders or filling patio containers. It is undemanding and easy to grow, which means it requires little maintenance throughout the year. Asters like to be planted in moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or semi shade. Ideally add well-rotted manure or garden compost to your soil, before planting.

This dianthus is a long-flowering sun-lover

Compact varieties suitable for container-growing in classic shades

Add a burst of vibrant colour to your patio with Salvia 'Hot Lips', a show-stopping ornamental sage. These naturally bushy plants are adorned with flower spikes boasting open-mouthed, bicolour blooms that are sure to turn heads. In hot weather, watch as individual flowers transform into solid red or white, adding an extra element of surprise. Not just a visual delight, the aromatic foliage emits a fine blackcurrant fragrance, enhancing the sensory experience of this charming plant. Perfect for

Bring the elegance of peonies to even the smallest spaces with Peony Athens. While traditional herbaceous peonies are not suitable for pots, Peony Athens has been specially bred for successful container growth, flowering abundantly on a compact plant. This variety forms neat, bushy mounds of deep green, finely lobed leaves. Thanks to strong, sturdy stems, staking is unnecessary, and unlike traditional peonies where heavy blooms droop, the flowers of Peony Athens remain upright, displaying their