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(H7) Deep red flower in long spikes in summer and autumn. Dark green, scale-like foliage on a spreading evergreen shrub. Prefers full sun in ericaceous compost or well drained acidic soil. 45cm x 60cm in 5 years. Water as necessary particularly in dry weather conditions. Trim to base of flower spike after flowering.

(H7) Also known as 'Scotch Heather', a supberb plant of erect habit displaying mauve flowers in late Summer with striking copper foliage deepening to bronze red in Winter. Suitbale for Lime free coil. thrives in full sun or partial shade. Mix moist moss peat with existing soil before planting deeply then firm in lightly. Water well for first Spring and Summer after planting. Height and Spread after...

(H7) Large white buds opening to white flowers in Autumn to late Winter on a evergreen shrub that has a spreading and erect habit. Prefers full sun or partial shead in ericaceous compost or well drained acidic soil. 30cm High x 50cm Wide in 5 years. Water as necessary, particularly in dry weather conditions. trim to base of flower spike after flowering.

Image supplied and owned by Osberton Nurseries (H6) Trusses of grey-blue flowers in April. Yellowish-green young leaves turning to a mid-green as they mature. A neat compact variety which prefers a sheltered position in full sun to partial shade. Height 75-100cm in years. Requires moist acid soil. Dwarf Rhododendrons don't mind the sun, but they hate too much heat, so do avoid reflected heat from...

(TRIFLORA H4-5) A most beautiful upright shrub, with white flowers, often with green or brown spots. April-May. Sichuan, Yunnan. Height 150-175cm in 10 years. Easy to grow. Ideal position: sheltered, dappled shade. Habit: upright. Group: Small Leaved Rhododendron. Subsection: Triflora. Introduction date: pre 1900 (1890). Species distribution: augustinii distribution:Hubei, W Sichuan, E &...

Image owned and supplied by schroder rhododendron (H7) Very dark red, almost black flowers accented by bright white stamens, in mid to late May. Each truss comprises of between 19-21 individual flowers giving a full ball shape. These stunning flowers are surrounded by lush dark green glossy foliage. As with most reds they will happily grow on full sun, but flower display and colour is better when...

Also known as the Orchid primrose(H5) This semi evergreen perennial produces very bright poker shaped flower spike which start off red and turn a light lilac pink colour working from the bottom up, these flowers are held far above the foliage on long pale green stems. This primula originates from the damper sections of SW Sichuan and northern Yunnan in China. Primula Vialii loves moist acid to neutral...

Image Copyright: ©Nova-Photo-Graphik GmbH (H6) Pale pink to yellow buds opening into trusses with 16-25 bright yellow flowers each. This plant is a yakushimanum hybrid and as such tends to have a compact mound forming habit. Dark green glossy leaves with a light brown indumentum on the underside of each. Typical height 75-100cm in ten years. • Ideal for containers and small gardens.•...

This sister seedling to rhododendron Snipe has very pale pink, almost white flowers with a violet hue in late March/April. This is a very free-flowering plant with pale green leaves with a dense cmpact habit. Height 40-60cm in 10 years. Dwarf Rhododendrons don't mind the sun but they hate too much heat, so do avoid reflected heat from South facing walls and patios, particularly if planting in containers. •...

East Indian holly fern(H3) An interesting evergreen fern, native to East India, with a green frond with a distinct lime green/yellow mid rift. Though classed as being hardy they may require some additional winter protection in colder areas with the help of a heavy mulch to protect the roots. Overwinter potted plants in an unheated greenhouse, or provide a deep, insulating much around their base to...

(H5) Also known as the Round-Headed Himalayan Primrose. This semi evergreen perennial produces flattened domed clusters of small tubular flowers from mid May through to late August, which start off a silvery colour before opening into a deep purple. These flowers are held far above the foliage on long pale green stems.Primula capitata is native to India and Tibet, loves moist acid to neutral soils...

(H6) Bright purple/blue flowers with a darker centre in May. This plant has striking narrow pointed foliage which looks good all year. A very dense, upright growing shrub. Height 125-150cm in 10 years. • Recommended for: Amazing foliage.• Easy to grow.• Ideal position: Most garden situations.• Habit: Dense.• Group: Hybrid Rhododendron.• Parentage: Unknown currently•...

Picture owned by and supplied by Tomma, Schroeder Rhododendron (H6) This Knaphill style flower starts off light red-orange in bud before opening to a rich golden yellowy orange with tinges of red on the edges in late May. Very similar to Sunte Nectarine but much richer in colour. Quite often the new bronze, red leaves will start to open at the same time as the flowers which gives a very nice contrast....

Picture owned by and supplied by Tomma, Schroeder Rhododendron (H6) Delicate rosy-white flowers with blackberry red spotting in the upper lobe of each flower a full truss is made up of 16 flowers and measures approximately 11cm across. An interesting variety which flowers most years in September, and again in May - giving two bites of the cherry! This is a broadly upright plant with light green foliage....

(H6) Striking lilac to white flowers with dark red almost black markings in the upper lobe of each flower and a soft wavey edge, which open in mid to late May. The flower trusses can get up to 13cm across. This plant grows to be around 1.2m high and spread in 10 years. • Recommended for: striking flowers• Easy to grow.• Ideal position: Most garden situations with light shade.•...

(H6) Wonderful soft pink flowers with darker reddy-brown centres, opening in late May/early June with dark green matt foliage. This variety forms a dense compact plant growing wider than high. 125-150cm in ten years. Once again, its compact habit makes this plant ideal for middle of large boarders or perfect for the smaller modern garden. • Recommended for: Smaller modern Gardens.• Easy...

Image supplied and owned by H. Hachmann https://www.hachmann.de/ (H6) Sweetly scented stunning two tone pale pink funnel shaped flowers, that have a wonderful yellow spotted upper lobe, appear in late May early June. The new growth come through bronze in colour and turns deep green as the season progresses. Height 125-150cm in ten years. • Recommended for: Gorgeous scented flowers.• Easy...

(H6) Bright rich yellow star shaped double flowers with a golden yellow blotch on the upper lobe, and a faint pink edging when first open. The flowers form a huge ball shaped truss with an intense sweet fragrance in May. They are 45-50mm across, and all the stamens are petaloid, adding more floral impact. Good autumn foliage colour with yellow tones. Height 125-150cm in 10 years. A stunning flower,...

(H5) Beautiful mauve pink wide funnel shaped flowers in April-May. This is a very desirable species with beautiful sea-green foliage and an upright habit. One of our favourites that we would highly recommended. Height 100-125cm in 10 years. Recommended for wonderful foliage. Easy to grow. Ideal position: most garden situations. Habit: upright. Group: Small Leaved Rhododendron. Subsection: Triflora. Introduction...