Summer colour plant offers
The summer season is when many of us spend the most time in our gardens, enjoying al fresco dining on long, warm summer nights. Tropical planting comes into its own, fragrant roses burst into bloom, and there's no shortage of vibrant perennials that flower all summer long to choose from.
Echinacea borders attract a stunning array of bees and butterflies. The wonderful purple and two-toned flowers, slightly incurved, with lime-green-tips and pink-purplish petals plus a bronze cones look stunning amongst borders and in containers. Plus, receive a free packet of Primula Candelabra Hybrids seeds.
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The beautiful scented Spider Lily is simply stunning! The white flowers reach 15 to 20cm in diameter and they're supported by tall, sturdy, bright fresh green stems. Stylish blooms have trailing tendrils surrounding a trumpet-like flower head. Grow them indoors in pots or planted outdoors during summer.
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One of the iconic cottage garden perennials, this classic flowered poppy with its characteristic black centre is a real low-maintenance, easy plant. Best started from bare roots in autumn and early spring, this mix of shades will include reds, oranges, pinks, and whites. Be bold and plant them randomly, or if you prefer to see what colour they flower, grow them in a pot for the first few months and see what shades you get.
Erigeron karvinskianus 'Sea of Blossom' is a fabulous colour changing perennial that will light up your garden throughout the summer and autumn. Perfect for planting in pots and containers, or along your garden borders and pathways. 'Sea of Blossom' is also a must have if you are looking to encourage more wildlife into your garden this summer.
Lead a parade of eye-catching colour through your garden this summer with this remarkable Geranium ’Parade’. Very versatile and perfect for planting in pots, containers, and borders, these reliable treats first flower in the early days of summer and continue to grow in abundance through to the first autumn frosts.
Busy lizzie, or impatiens, is a tender plant with long-lasting blooms, flowering continuously right through summer and autumn, often right up until the first frosts. They are compact-growing, adaptable and versatile plants that can be grown in all types of pots and containers as well as in borders or raised beds.
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Peruvian lilies are prized for their long-stemmed blooms, which make magnificent cut flowers. This collection will provide colour in borders and patio containers for months on end, with plenty to spare for summer bouquets. This collection includes Alstroemeria Indian Summer, Alstroemeria Summer Breeze, and Alstroemeria Summer Lovely.
Wildflowers play a vital role in supporting our native insects, providing them with plentiful pollen and nectar to feed upon. Easy to grow and care for, they’ll naturally self-seed, providing colour for many years.
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Add fragrance and beauty to your garden with this collection of English lavenders. The fragrant flowers are highly attractive to bees, and excellent for cutting and drying. Perfect for scented patio containers or growing as a low hedge or path edging, where the perfume can be appreciated as you brush past the aromatic evergreen foliage. Collection includes Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’ and Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’.
Easy to grow and low maintenance, oleanders can be resistant to cold, even in the UK. The boldly coloured, scented blooms stand out wonderfully against their rich-green foliage. Perfect for pots.
This collection of fragrant salvias is not only visually appealing with its striking two-tone blooms, but it’s also beloved by bees and butterflies. Equally at home in containers and borders, these versatile plants have a colour palette that brings red, purple and pink hues to your garden, making them a wonderful addition to any outdoor space.
A special bright summer borders collection of the best perennial flowering bulbs available. They have been selected by design for adding colours to your summer garden borders and containers. Plus, the first 50 customers will receive a free Nerine 'Pink Triumph' bulb!
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Inspired by the beautiful summer borders in last week’s episode of Gardeners’ World? Now you can recreate that beauty in your own garden with this stunning Summer Plant & Flower Collection. Carefully chosen for their vibrant colours, captivating shapes, and lush textures, these plants will add a touch of the tropics to your outdoor space.
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This mix of five super-bright Thunbergia alata Sunny Susy plants will provide months of vibrant colour through summer and into autumn. Easy to grow, thunbergia keeps producing flowers, even if summer weather is not especially hot, with no need for deadheading.
This generous collection of perennials will bring colour to your borders year after year. Specially selected to flower in succession from late spring to autumn, your garden will always look its best for the entire growing season. Collection includes: Aquilegia Mrs Scott Elliott, Geum Mrs Bradshaw, Digitalis (Foxglove) Dalmation Mixed, Leucanthemum Crazy Daisy, and Echinacea (Cone Flower) Nectar Pink
With a wide range of heights, shapes, and forms to select from, these perennials are perfect for adding interest and colour to your garden borders. They provide exceptionally good value for money, growing and spreading every season to provide years of stunning floral displays.
This Begonia Apricot Shades Mix is a fabulous choice for filling your spring garden with gorgeous colour. With a rich blend of orange and yellow blooms and a long flowering period, this begonia will do well in full sun as well as in shade. Just pot these plug plants on and grow under cover until frosts are over, then plant out into pots, borders and hanging baskets.
There’s no more exciting winter task for a plant lover with itchy fingers than to start planning ahead for spring. Take a look at Farmer Gracy’s inspirational range of bulbs and plants, and whether you’re adding to existing planting schemes or getting creative with new combinations, you can enjoy a 15% discount on the brand-new summer range.
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