They have an upright or columnar habit and have small flowers in dense clusters on top of flower spikes from summer onwards. The green foliage toot...
View full detailsBlack Bamboo A beautiful clump forming black bamboo with arching habit. Canes normally green the first year becoming mottled dark brown or black. ...
View full detailsCistus are a evergreen, rounded shrub that bears bronze green, narrow foliage. Cistus grows best in well-drained, poor, sandy, soil in a sheltered...
View full detailsLavender int. Edelweiss is an evergreen, bushy shrub with dense spikes of fragrant, white flowers from mid to late summer and narrow, aromatic, sil...
View full detailsPhlomis Amazone stunning perennial with tubular lilac flowers on tall stems held above the large green foliage. Once they have finished flowering t...
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Agapanthus or lily of the nile are fantastic summer-flowering perennials with beautiful strap like leaves amongst flowers that are large balls of m...
View full detailsAchilleas are a real look through plant and look great when planted among other plants. The flowers look like floating space ships on the ends of t...
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Lavenderare small aromatic evergreen shrubs with usually narrow, simple, entire, toothed or lobed leaves and small tubular flowers in dense spikes ...
View full detailsEvergreen, rounded shrub that bears green, narrow foliage. In summer has yellow centred white flowers looking like little fried eggs. Plant in a su...
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Phyllostachys Aureosulcata Spectablilis - lime green foliage sat amongst sulphur yellow and green striped canes.
Phyllostachys Clump forming stiffly upright bamboo with grooved canes,bright mid-green at first,becoming brown yellow when mature.Narrow pointed ye...
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Achilleas are a real look through plant and look great when planted among other plants. The flowers look like floating space ships on the ends of t...
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Agapanthus or lily of the nile are fantastic summer-flowering perennials with beautiful strap like leaves amongst flowers that are large balls of m...
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Buddlejas are fast growing bushes that produce masses of sweetly scented flowers from mid summer right through to late autumn.They are a magnet for...
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Perovskia Lacey Blue is a compact variety of this classic perennial shrub. With its soft blue flowers sat against sage green foliage. Very aromatic...
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Achilleas are a real look through plant and look great when planted among other plants. Thier flowers look like floating space ships on the ends of...
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Lavender st.Anouk is French Lavender with dense spikes of fragrant pinkish purple flowers that will flower continuously all Summer. Dwarf growing a...
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Delphinium's arDelphinium's are an excellent perennial to give that extra height in a border. One of the most popular perennials, a good flowerer t...
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Festuca or blue fescue as it can be known will be a brilliant choice if you want to add a splash of colour to your garden big or small. Festuca a ...
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Clump-forming perennial in summer carries tall stems with large blue ball-shaped flowers, from July onwards. Leaves are green with a cream edge. Fu...
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Agapanthus or lily of the Nile are fantastic summer-flowering perennials with beautiful strap like leaves amongst flowers that are large balls of m...
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Lavender Christiana is the most architectural of all Lavenders. Finely cut silvery-green foliage and distinctive, long stemmed, trident-like flower...
View full detailsAgapanthus Twister is a clump-forming evergreen which has large bi-coloured white trumpet shaped flowers with a delicate violet-blue base on top of...
View full detailsAgapanthus or lily of the nile are fantastic summer-flowering perennials with beautiful strap like leaves amongst flowers that are large balls of m...
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Agapanthus Twister is a clump-forming evergreen which has large bi-coloured white trumpet shaped flowers with a delicate violet-blue base on top of...
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Agapanthus or lily of the nile are fantastic summer-flowering perennials with beautiful strap like leaves amongst flowers that are large balls of m...
View full detailsAgapanthus or lily of the nile are fantastic summer-flowering perennials with beautiful strap like leaves amongst flowers that are large balls of m...
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Stachys - lambs ears, woundwort or heal-all - are perennials that are grown for the their popular soft hairy foliage. There are a couple of varieti...
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Festuca or blue fescue as it can be known will be a brilliant choice if you want to add a splash of colour to your garden big or small. Festuca a ...
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Clump-forming evergreen which has large bi-coloured pale sky blue trumpet shaped flowers with a delicate white central stripe. Full sun and moist w...
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Achilleas are a real look through plant and look great when planted among other plants. The flowers look like floating space ships on the ends of t...
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Clump-forming perennial in summer carries tall stems with large blue ball-shaped flowers, from July onwards. Leaves are green with a cream edge.Ful...
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Black Bamboo A beautiful clump forming black bamboo with arching habit. Canes normally green the first year becoming mottled dark brown or black. G...
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Festuca Compact Blue. Evergreen, tuft forming, perennial grass. Has bluish green leaves. Looks super in a pot or gravel bed. Requires full sun and ...
View full detailsPlanting drought-tolerant plants offers several significant benefits, particularly in regions prone to water scarcity or for gardeners seeking low-maintenance landscapes. Here’s a rundown of the key advantages:
Water Conservation: The most apparent benefit is the reduction in water usage. Drought-tolerant plants require less frequent watering than their thirstier counterparts, conserving a precious resource and reducing the overall environmental impact of gardening.
Lower Maintenance: These plants generally require less care once established. They are adapted to survive with minimal watering, which translates to less time and effort spent on garden maintenance. This makes them ideal for busy gardeners or those who prefer a more hands-off approach.
Cost Savings: Less water usage not only helps conserve water but also reduces water bills. Additionally, since drought-tolerant plants typically require fewer supplements and treatments, there can be a decrease in the costs associated with fertilizers and pest controls.
Improved Soil Health: By needing less water, drought-tolerant plants help prevent soil erosion and nutrient runoff which can occur with excessive watering. Their deep and extensive root systems also help in aerating the soil and improving its structure.
Resilience to Weather Extremes: Drought-tolerant plants are better equipped to handle fluctuations in weather patterns, including dry spells and droughts. This resilience makes them especially valuable in regions experiencing changes in rainfall patterns due to climate change.
Support for Biodiversity: Many drought-resistant plants are native species that play a crucial role in supporting local ecosystems. They provide habitat and food sources for local wildlife, including pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Aesthetic Variety: Drought-tolerant plants come in a wide range of colors, shapes, and sizes, which allows for creative garden designs. Their ability to thrive in harsh conditions can ensure that your garden stays vibrant and beautiful throughout the year, even under challenging climatic conditions.
Overall, incorporating drought-tolerant plants into your garden design not only contributes to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly gardening practice but also ensures a resilient and visually appealing landscape.
