Agapanthus: The ultimate guide to growing this summer stunner

Agapanthus flower, purple bloom

Agapanthus, also known as the African lily or Lily of the Nile, is a stunning perennial that brings a touch of elegance to any garden. With its striking clusters of blue or white flowers on tall, sturdy stems, Agapanthus makes a dramatic focal point in borders, containers, or as a standalone feature. Agapanthus flowers were …

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Rudbeckia Goldsturm: Instant sunshine for your garden

Rudbeckia Goldsturm

Rudbeckia ‘Goldsturm’ is a tremendous perennial that brings a vibrant splash of golden yellow to any garden for a long period over the summer months. This hardy plant boasts daisy-like flowers with dark brown centres that attract both gardeners and pollinators alike. Rudbeckia Goldsturm is always a mainstay in my garden. It is reliable bloomer …

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How to grow Helenium: Easy care hot border perennial

Heleniun

Helenium, commonly known as sneezeweed, is a herbaceous perennial that brings vibrant colour to late summer and autumn gardens. With daisy-like flowers in warm shades of yellow, orange, and red, these easy-care plants create a dazzling display attracting butterflies and pollinators. Helenium can be grown in borders, cottage gardens, or even in containers. They pair …

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How to grow beautiful Echinacea purpurea in your garden

Echinacea purpurea

Echinacea purpurea, commonly known as purple coneflower, is a stunning perennial that adds vibrant colour and unique structure to any garden. Echinacea is an easy to care for perennial that has medicinal properties as well as good looks. This beautiful plant features large, daisy-like flowers with spiky, cone-shaped centres surrounded by drooping petals, typically in …

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Dahlia Islander: large, pink, loud, showy. What’s not to like?

Dahlia Islander

Dahlia Islander is a large, striking, heat tolerant dahlia featuring mid to dark pink flowers, with apricot tones. If you’re looking for a way to make a statement in your garden, consider introducing this showstopper into your collection. With its massive 8-10 inch flowers Dahlia Islander is sure to capture the attention of your visitors. …

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Dahlia Ivanetti: magnificent magenta ball dahlia

Dahlia Ivanetti

Dahlia Ivanetti is a beautiful dahlia featuring dark maroon or magenta flowers that brings a rich depth of colour to your garden. Ivanetti is a mini ball dahlia, which means it has round, tightly-packed petals in a spherical or slightly flattened shape. The ray florets are arranged spirally and are rounded at the tips. This …

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