The Best Bamboo Flowers and Gardens From Crocus

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• Arrow Bamboo - Tall, vigorous bamboo with olive canes maturing to pale beige and dark green oblong leaves. Arrow bamboo is one of the most wind and shade tolerant varieties. Broadly upright in habit, as long as the roots are surrounded with a non-perishable barrier it makes an attractive screen or windbreak for moist, well-drained areas of the garden.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingLeaves: dark green, oblongCanes: olive green, maturing to pale beige and dark greenHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spreadGoes well with: Dryopteris filix-mas, Trachycarpus fortunei, Trachelospermum jasminoides, Fargesia murialiae, Polystichum setiferum, Pleioblastus variegatus
• Bearded Iris - Fabulous, slightly fragrant, flax-blue flowers with spectacular, ruffled petals in May and June and fans of sword-shaped, grey-green leaves. This popular, tall bearded iris is perfect for a sunny, well-drained border. Best planted where the subtle scent can be appreciated close-up, the stems require staking with bamboo canes in exposed, windy sites.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: well-drained, moderately fertile soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: May and JuneFlower colour: blueOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: For comprehensive garden care for your iris, click here
• Black Bamboo - A beautiful tall arching bamboo with polished ebony-black mature canes and dark green leaves. The slender, elegant, canes, which are dark green for the first two to three years, look perfect in a contemporary, minimalist garden. To prevent the plant from colonising adjacent plantings restrict the roots using a rigid, non-perishable barrier.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast growingLeaves: dark greenCanes: polished ebony-blackHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spread3lt plant was £25.99, now half price £12.995lt plant was £34.99, now half price £17.4910lt plant was £49.99, save £20.00, now £29.99
• Black Bamboo - A beautiful tall arching bamboo with polished ebony-black mature canes and dark green leaves. The slender, elegant, canes, which are dark green for the first two to three years, look perfect in a contemporary, minimalist garden. To prevent the plant from colonising adjacent plantings restrict the roots using a rigid, non-perishable barrier.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast growingLeaves: dark greenCanes: polished ebony-blackHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spreadSave £10.00 on the 10lt size normally £49.95 now £39.95
• Delphinium - Another favourite amongst growers this is one of the oldest delphiniums but still one of the best. It is a deep true blue delphinium and has lovely open florets. The black eye adds drama to the overall impression this delphinium gives. It is a strong grower and usually achieves a height of five foot in an average garden.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: true blueOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation; excellent cut-flowers;Hardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake with bamboo canes in mid-spring. During the growing season apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks and wearing gloves cut back the faded flower-stems to a flowering side-shoot. At the end of autumn cut back and compost the faded flower-stemsNow Only £7.95£2.00 OFF Was £9.95
• Delphinium - Grower Simon Langdon says that this is one of the slightly shorter plants in his range of beautiful elatum delphiniums. The florets are very large and closely placed together in a pretty deep lavender blue. The floret centre displays a further group of petals with no obvious eye showing. The plant generally reaches a height of four to four and a half feet but this is obviously determined by the site in which it is planted. Further flowering in the autumn may be encouraged by cutting back after flowering.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: deep lavender-blueOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation; excellent cut-flowers;Hardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake with bamboo canes in mid-spring. During the growing season apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks and wearing gloves cut back the faded flower-stems to a flowering side-shoot. At the end of autumn cut back and compost the faded flower-stemsNow Only £7.95£2.00 OFF Was £9.95
• Delphinium - Majestic spires of semi-double, lilac-pink flowers with cream eyes in June and July. These cream-eyed delphiniums look great planted in bold clumps towards the back of a well-drained, sunny border. For the best results protect the young foliage against slug-damage in spring and stake the slender stems well before the flowers appear.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: lilac-pink with cream eyesOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation; excellent cut-flowers; deeply lobed, mid-green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake with bamboo canes in mid-spring. During the growing season apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks and wearing gloves cut back the faded flower-stems to a flowering side-shoot. At the end of autumn cut back and compost the faded flower-stems
• Delphinium - One of grower, Simon Langdon's striking new varieties. The plant produces average height spikes in the five foot range with closely placed large florets. These florets have the forward petals in a rich purple and the rear petals in a beautiful strong blue, the two colours complimenting each other wonderfully. The bee or eye is a golden chocolate brown.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: rich purple/strong blueOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation; excellent cut-flowers;Hardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake with bamboo canes in mid-spring. During the growing season apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks and wearing gloves cut back the faded flower-stems to a flowering side-shoot. At the end of autumn cut back and compost the faded flower-stemsNow Only £7.95£2.00 OFF Was £9.95
• Delphinium - Rich spikes of deep purple flowers with an attractive lighter eye in June and July. A stunning delphinium that looks gorgeous planted in bold clumps for a dramatic statement. Best planted towards the back of a sunny, well-drained border and young foliage should be protected against slug damage in spring.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: deep purpleOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation; excellent cut-flowers; deeply lobed, mid-green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake with bamboo canes in mid-spring. During the growing season apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks and wearing gloves cut back the faded flower-stems to a flowering side-shoot. At the end of autumn cut back and compost the faded flower stemsJanuary Sale Was £6.95 Now £4.45
• Delphinium - Tall spikes of pure white flowers each with a distinctive black eye appear in June and July. These dramatic delphiniums look lovely planted with Hemerocallis 'Pink Damask' where the Iris chrysographes 'Black Knight' towards the back of a sunny border. For the best results protect the young foliage against slug-damage in spring and stake the slender stems well before the flowers appear.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: whiteOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation; excellent cut-flowers; deeply lobed, mid-green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake with bamboo canes in mid-spring. During the growing season apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks and wearing gloves cut back the faded flower-stems to a flowering side-shoot. At the end of autumn cut back and compost the faded flower stemsNow Only £7.95£2.00 OFF Was £9.95
• Delphinium - This is a really vigorous delphinium and has been known to produce as many as fifteen good quality spikes on one plant. It is a lovely bright mid blue and has a fascinating black-flecked blue eye. As with all delphiniums it needs ample space and will grow well for many years. It normally grows to a height of approximately five and a half feetPosition: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: mid-blueOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation; excellent cut-flowers;Hardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake with bamboo canes in mid-spring. During the growing season apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks and wearing gloves cut back the faded flower-stems to a flowering side-shoot. At the end of autumn cut back and compost the faded flower-stemsNow Only £7.95£2.00 OFF Was £9.95
• Delphinium - This lovely delphinium, the favourite of many growers, is a real asset to any garden. It is delicate with soft mauvish-blue spires and additionally has the added attraction of slightly frilled edges to the pretty individual florets. These large florets have clear white eyes perfectly complimenting the delicate nature of the flowers.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: mauve-blueOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation; excellent cut-flowers;Hardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake with bamboo canes in mid-spring. During the growing season apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks and wearing gloves cut back the faded flower-stems to a flowering side-shoot. At the end of autumn cut back and compost the faded flower-stemsNow Only £7.95£2.00 OFF Was £9.95
• Golden-Groove Bamboo - A tall, coloured-stemmed bamboo with rich yellow canes with a few green stripes at the base. This green leaved bamboo looks spectacular grown as a specimen. One of our 'highly recommended plants', it should be planted next to a building or path where the near-luminous, yellow to burnt orange coloured canes can be enjoyed all year.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageLeaves: mid-greenCanes: rich yellowHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spread10lt pot size Half Price, now only £24.95
• Golden-groove Bamboo - A tall, coloured-stemmed bamboo with rich yellow canes with a few green stripes at the base. This green leaved bamboo looks spectacular grown as a specimen. One of our 'highly recommended plants', it should be planted next to a building or path where the near-luminous, yellow to burnt orange coloured canes can be enjoyed all year.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageLeaves: mid-greenCanes: rich yellowHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spreadJanuary Sale 5lt Was £26.95Now £16.95
• Himalayan Blue Poppy - Spectacular, saucer shaped, bright blue flowers with golden centres in early summer above rosettes of toothed, hairy, bluish green leaves. This elusive Himalayan blue poppy looks lovely growing in a shady woodland setting. It is short-lived perenial and unless planted in moist soil can die after flowering, though it usually does produce several crowns around the parent plant which will bloom the following year.Position: partial shadeSoil: humus rich, moist, well drained, neutral to slightly acid soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: JuneFlower colour: bright blueOther features: toothed, hairy, bluish green leavesHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Stake with bamboo canes or brushwood before the flowers appear. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of bark chippings, well-rotted leaf mould or composted pine needles around the base of the plant in spring
• Japanese Aralia - A tropical-looking, evergreen shrub with gorgeously glossy, deep green palmate leaves. In autumn, creamy white flowers are produced in large panicles, which are often followed by round, black fruit. It makes a superb feature in an exotic-style garden, where the large leaves team well with bamboos and grasses.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: September and OctoberFlower colour: creamy whiteHardiness: frost hardyGarden care: Prune lightly in mid- to late spring, trimming shoots that spoil the symmetry. Protect plants from cold, drying winds
• Kiwi Fruit - Creamy-white, early summer flowers on robust shoots covered with reddish-brown hairs and heart-shaped, mid-green leaves. This vigorous trailing, deciduous climber is best trained against a wall in a sunny, sheltered site. Although there are several self-fertile varieties, this non-fruiting, male plant will pollinate up to nine female plants.Position: full sun Soil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: June Flower colour: creamy-white Other features: delicious, greenish-brown Kiwi fruit; heart-shaped, mid-green leavesHardiness: frost hardyGarden care: After planting reduce the main stem to 30cm (12in) and, using raffia or garden twine tie in to a bamboo cane tied vertically to a series of horizontal galvanised wires. Train pairs of lateral stems to develop permanent fruiting stems - when these exceed one metre pinch out the tips and train a new leading shootGoes well with: Parthenocissus henryana, Trachelospermum jasminoides, Actinidia deliciosa (Male), Solanum crispum 'Glasnevin', Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant', Lavandula stoechas 'Kew Red'
• Kiwi Fruit - Creamy-white, early summer flowers on robust shoots covered with reddish-brown hairs, followed by delicious, greenish-brown Kiwi fruit. This vigorous trailing climber is one of the highest yielding varieties of Kiwi fruit. Ideal for a sunny, sheltered site, it's best trained against a wall, with a male plant to guarantee pollination.Position: full sun Soil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: June Flower colour: creamy-white Other features: delicious, greenish-brown Kiwi fruit; heart-shaped, mid-green leavesHardiness: frost hardyGarden care: After planting reduce the main stem to 30cm (12in) and, using raffia or garden twine tie in to a bamboo cane tied vertically to a series of horizontal galvanised wires. Train pairs of lateral stems to develop permanent fruiting stems - when these exceed one metre pinch out the tips and train a new leading shootGoes well with: Parthenocissus henryana, Trachelospermum jasminoides, Actinidia deliciosa (Male), Solanum crispum 'Glasnevin', Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant', Lavandula stoechas 'Kew Red'
• Milky Bellflower - Large trusses of dark violet-blue, open, bell-shaped flowers from June to September and toothed, mid-green leaves. The flowers of this vibrant, dark violet-blue bellflower are best in partial shade. An excellent companion plant for old-fashioned roses in a mixed border, it performs best on moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: June to SeptemberFlower colour: dark violet-blueOther features: toothed, mid-green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Protect the tender foliage from slugs and deadhead regularly. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost around the base of the plant in spring. Stake with bamboo canes or brushwood in spring before the flowers appear
• Milky Bellflower - Large trusses of soft lilac, open, bell-shaped flowers from July to September and toothed, mid-green leaves. This tall milky bellflower is a great back-of-border plant for moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil. An excellent companion for old roses, it is best cut back after flowering to encourage a second flush of flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: soft lilacOther features: toothed, mid-green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Protect the tender foliage from slugs and deadhead regularly. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost around the base of the plant in spring. Stake with bamboo canes or brushwood in spring before the flowers appear
• Moso 90cm Bamboo Square Set for 4 - Great value set for 4 made from sturdy bamboo. Ideal for the conservatory or outside in good weather, now at half priceMoso Comfort Folding Bamboo ChairsHeight 106cmSeat Width 49cmSeat Length 49cmFolds for easy storageStrong, comfortable and sturdy design90cm Square Moso Bamboo TableHeight 78cmSquare 90cm x 90cmFolds for easy storageStrong, woven bamboo designJanuary Sale Was £339.90Now £169.95
• Moso Bamboo Rectangular Set for 6 - Great value half price set for 6 made from bamboo. Again, ideal for the conservatory or outside in fine weatherMoso Comfort Folding Bamboo ChairsHeight 106cmSeat Width 49cmSeat Length 49cmFolds for easy storageStrong, comfortable and sturdy design Rectangular Moso Bamboo TableHeight 78cmLength 150cmWidth 80cmFolds for easy storageStrong, woven bamboo designJanuary Sale Was £549.90Now £274.95
• Mullein - Towering spires of saucer shaped, yellow summer flowers with purple centres above rosettes of grey green leaves. This cheerful yellow verbascum provides vertical interest in a sunny border or cottage garden. It prefers a poor, well-drained soil. On more favourable soil conditions the plant needs staking in spring.Position: full sunSoil: poor, well-drained, alkaline soilRate of Growth: averageFlowering period: July to AugustFlowers: yellowOther features: rosettes of grey-green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake in spring with bamboo canes or twiggy prunings before the flowers appear. Mullein moth caterpillars can be a problem - pick off the insects in early June as soon as they appear. Remove faded flower spikes. Apply a thick 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch around the base of the plant in early springIt is worth keeping in mind that these plants are mainly biennial, so although they usually self-seed freely, the plant will only live for two years
• Pair of Brooms - A great broom set made with bamboo handles and brightly coloured brushes. The set includes a broom and hand brush that though look too pretty for cleaning are designed and crafted to handle the rigours of daily use.The broom has a 131cm long handle and 30cm wide brush, and the hand brush has a 47cm long handle and 15cm wide brush.As seen in Gardens Illustrated.
• Pair of Green Brooms - A great broom set made with bamboo handles and brightly coloured brushs. The set includes a broom and hand brush that though look too pretty for cleaning are designed and crafted to handle the rigours of daily use.Broom has a 131cm long handle by 30cm wide brush.Hand brush has a 47cm long handle by 15cm wide.as seen in Gardens Illustrated
• Peach-leaved Bellflower - Clusters of delicate, light blue, cup-shaped flowers on slender stems in June and July and toothed, bright green leaves. These lovely, light-blue bellflowers make excellent cut-flowers. Ideal back-of-border plants for a mixed or herbaceous border, they prefer fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: June and JulyFlower colour: light blueOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Protect the tender foliage from slugs and deadhead regularly. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost around the base of the plant in spring. Stake with bamboo canes or brushwood in spring before the flowers appearGoes well with: Digitalis purpurea f. albiflora, Gysophila paniculata 'Bristol Fairy', Echinops ritro, Ceratostigma willmottianum, Agapanthus 'Bressingham Hybrids' , Perovskia 'Blue Spire'
• Peach-leaved Bellflower - Prominent, pure white, cup-shaped flowers on slender stems in June and July and toothed, bright-green leaves. This pure white, peach-leaved bellflower is perfect for brightening the back of a partly shady border. Earlier flowering than many other varieties, it works best on moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: June and JulyFlower colour: pure whiteOther features: toothed, bright-green leaves, retained all yearHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Protect the tender foliage from slugs and deadhead regularly. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost around the base of the plant in spring. Stake with bamboo canes or brushwood in spring before the flowers appearGoes well with: Digitalis purpurea f. albiflora, Gysophila paniculata 'Bristol Fairy', Echinops ritro, Ceratostigma willmottianum, Agapanthus 'Bressingham Hybrids' , Perovskia 'Blue Spire'
• Phyllostachys Bamboo - A spectacular large bamboo with rich yellow canes and mid-green leaves. The canes have unusual green markings giving the appearance that they have been randomly painted by a mischievous child. To guarantee success grow in a site protected from high winds, where the colourful canes can be seen throughout the year.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast growingLeaves: mid-greenCanes: rich yellowHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spreadGoes well with: Dryopteris filix-mas, Trachycarpus fortunei, Trachelospermum jasminoides, Fargesia murialiae, Polystichum setiferum, Pleioblastus variegatus
• Pleioblastus Bamboo - Slender, purple-green canes and sulphur-yellow leaves with pale-green stripes. This small bamboo is a beautiful specimen plant for a partially shady site. When the delicate, variegated foliage starts to look jaded in winter cut the canes down to the ground - they will be replaced by fresh growth in spring.Position: partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Leaves: sulphur-yellowCanes: slender, purple-green Hardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spread.Goes well with: Dryopteris filix-mas, Trachycarpus fortunei, Trachelospermum jasminoides, Fargesia murialiae, Polystichum setiferum, Pleioblastus variegatus.
• Pleioblastus Bamboo - Upright, dwarf bamboo with mid-green canes and downy, mid-green, fern-like leaves. As its name suggests this plant provides excellent low-growing groundcover. To keep the foliage in tip-top condition it should be regularly trimmed to the desired height and cut right down to the ground every few years in early spring.Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: very fast-growing Leaves: mid-green, fern-likeCanes: mid-green Hardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spread.Goes well with: Dryopteris filix-mas, Trachycarpus fortunei, Trachelospermum jasminoides, Fargesia murialiae, Polystichum setiferum, Pleioblastus variegatus.
• Reed Screen - Made from natural reed bound bamboo this attractive screening has a wide rangeof decorative and protective uses. For example it could be used as a screen around an unsightly area or for improving the protection provided by fixed fencing. Also suitable for indoor use.
• Regal Lily - Majestic sprays of up to 25 highly scented, trumpet-shaped, white flowers, flushed purple on the outside, in July and August. These summer-flowering lilies look marvellous emerging from a tall galvanized container or the back of a sunny border. Guaranteed to create a bold statement, they grow well in most soils except those which are very alkaline.Position: full sun (with shade at the base)Soil: well-drained, acid to neutral soil, enriched with leaf mould or well-rotted organic matter or a loam-based potting compost, such as John Innes no. 2Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: July and August Flower colour: whiteOther features: excellent cut-flowers; lustrous, dark green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Between August and March plant 15-20cm (6-8in) deep in a well-drained soil, enriched with well-rotted organic matter or leaf mould, using a marker to minimise any unnecessary disturbance. Stake with ring stakes or bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms and cut the stems back to ground level at the end of autumnGoes well with: Macleaya cordata, Crocosmia 'Lucifer', Potentilla 'Gibson's Scarlet', Cosmos astrosangineus, Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum', Ricinus communis 'Carmencita'January Sale Was £5.45 Now £3.95
• Siberian Flag - Soft, sky blue flowers on branched stems in May and June and slender, strap-shaped leaves. This striking Siberian iris is ideal for a waterside planting in sun or partial shade. For maximum impact plant in bold clumps in well-drained, neutral to slightly acid soil, allowing plenty of room.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: well-drained, moderately fertile, neutral to slightly acid soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: May and JuneFlower colour: sky blueOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Plant shallowly with the upper part of the rhizome sitting on the surface of the soil, incorporating a low nitrogen fertiliser in the planting hole. After planting remove the upper-most third of the leaves to minimise the incidence of wind-rock. In exposed areas stake with bamboo canes in early spring
• Siberian Iris - Beautiful, pure white flowers with rounded, flared petals and a yellow base in May and June and slender, strap-shaped leaves. This wonderful, beardless, Siberian iris works well in a contemporary or minimalist garden. Ideal for a sunny waterside planting or well-drained border, to enhance flowering divide congested clumps every three to five years.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: well-drained, moderately fertile, neutral to slightly acid soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: May and JuneFlower colour: pure whiteOther features: slender, strap-shaped leaves; all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Plant shallowly with the upper part of the rhizome sitting on the surface of the soil, incorporating a low nitrogen fertiliser in the planting hole. After planting remove the upper-most third of the leaves to minimise the incidence of wind-rock. In exposed areas stake with bamboo canes in early springThis plant forms part of the Shady Border Collection. Click here to view the border
• Siberian Iris - Dramatic, deep indigo-violet flowers in May and June and strap-like, grey-green leaves. The fragrant, almost-black flowers of this Siberian iris are perfect for a sunny, well-drained, contemporary or minimalist garden. To accentuate the effect try inter-planting large groups with light green grasses.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: well-drained, moderately fertile soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: May and JuneFlower colour: deep indigo-violetOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Plant shallowly with the upper part of the rhizome sitting on the surface of the soil, incorporating a low nitrogen fertiliser in the planting hole. After planting remove the upper-most third of the leaves to minimise the incidence of wind-rock. In exposed areas stake with bamboo canes in early springGoes well with: Millium effusum 'Aureum', Kniphofia 'Percy's Pride', Eryngium variifolium, Alchemilla mollis, Paeonia lactiflora 'Kelway's Glorious', Echinops ritro
• Sneezeweed - Sprays of rich orange-brown daisy-like flowers up to 8cm (3in) across with prominent, disk-like centres from August to September. This robust, upright perennial looks wonderful planted in bold drifts in a sunny, moist but well-drained spot. Great for the late summer border, the daisy-like blooms are a valuable source of nectar for bees and make excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: August and September Flower colour: orange-brownOther features: lance-shaped, mid-green leaves; all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested; contact with the foliage may aggravate skin allergiesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Support with bamboo canes or link stakes well before the flowers appear. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Lift and divide congested colonies in autumn or spring every two to three years
• Sneezewort - Loose clusters of white, button-like flowers from June to August and finely toothed, dark green leaves. A favourite of Edwardian garden designer Gertrude Jeykll, this white sneezewort is excellent for the middle of a sunny, well-drained border. Drought-tolerant and hardy, the stems should be cut back to ground level in autumn.Position: full sunSoil: moist, well-drainedRate of Growth: fast-growingFlowering period: June to AugustFlowers: whiteOther Features: contact with the foliage may aggravate skin allergiesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake using bamboo canes or brush-wood before the flowers appear. Lift and divide large clumps in late autumn or early springGoes well with: Clematis 'Niobe', Perovskia 'Blue Spire', Stipa tenuissima, Veronicastrum virginicum f. album, Eryngium variifolium, Gysophila paniculata 'Bristol Fairy'January Sale Was £5.45 Now £4.45
• Tukscap Lily - In early to midsummer, tall spikes of up to 50 nodding turkscap flowers in shades of pink or purplish red are produced above whorls of dark green leaves. The blooms are strongly scented (it's not a very nice smell!) It is an ideal bulb for naturalising in woodlands where it will happily grow in the shade.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: June to July Flower colour: pink or purplish redOther features: will tolerate chalky soilHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Between August and March plant 15-20cm (6-8in) deep in a well-drained soil, enriched with well-rotted organic matter or leaf mould, using a marker to minimise any unnecessary disturbance. Stake with ring stakes or bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms and cut the stems back to ground level at the end of autumnJanuary Sale Was £7.95 Now £5.95
• Turkscap Lily - In early to midsummer, tall spikes of up to 50 nodding turkscap flowers in shades of pink or purplish red are produced above whorls of dark green leaves. The flowers are highly scented, though it's not the most pleasant smell, and it will grow in almost any soil in full sun or partial shade. An ideal bulb for naturalising in woodlands or in wildflower meadows.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: June to July Flower colour: pink or purplish redOther features: will tolerate chalky soilHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Between August and March plant 15-20cm (6-8in) deep in a well-drained soil, enriched with well-rotted organic matter or leaf mould, using a marker to minimise any unnecessary disturbance. Stake with ring stakes or bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms and cut the stems back to ground level at the end of autumn
• Umbrella Bamboo - Medium-sized bamboo with yellow-green arching canes and a mass of soft, mid-green leaves. One of the most popular bamboos the gracefully arching canes look lovely grown as an informal hedge. The plant's compact habit also makes it an ideal exotic specimen or container plant for small gardens.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast growingLeaves: mid-greenCanes: yellow-green, archingHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier that restricts the plant's spread
• Yarrow - The rich terracotta blooms of this handsome, summer-flowering yarrow fade to soft yellow in autumn. An excellent choice for the middle of a sunny, well-drained, mixed or herbaceous border, the flat, plate-like flowerheads contrast well with the spire-like and spiky flowers of salvia, veronicastrum and eryngium (sea holly).Position: full sunSoil: moist, well-drainedRate of Growth: averageFlowering period: June to SeptemberFlowers: rich terracotta fading to soft yellowOther Features: grey-green, fern-like foliage; contact with the foliage may aggravate skin allergiesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Stake using bamboo canes or brush-wood before the flowers appear. Lift and divide large clumps in late autumn or early spring