Alchemilla mollis (Lady’s Mantle)

Alchemilla mollis (Lady’s Mantle)

Alchemilla mollis (Lady’s Mantle)   Growth:  shallow woody rhizomes, clump forming, self-seeding Characteristics: good woodland ground cover, drought tolerant, long lasting when cut Leaves: attractive foliage, soft and pale green, which captures “teardrops” when...
Anenome canadensis (Canadian white anemone)

Anenome canadensis (Canadian white anemone)

Anenome canadensis (Canadian white anemone)   Growth: Rhizomatous, tuberous rootstocks Characteristics:  spreading, groundcover Leaves:  light green, long, toothed leaves, hairy beneath Colours:  buttercup shaped white flowers with yellow centres Size:  Height...
Armeria maritima ‘Splendens’ (Seathrift)

Armeria maritima ‘Splendens’ (Seathrift)

Armeria maritima ‘Splendens’ (Seathrift) Growth: Dense, mounded tuft. Grow in full sun, as a front edger in the perennial border, or in a rock or alpine garden. Prefers dry, infertile soils. Characteristics: Attracts bees and butterflies. Deer resistant. Clumps spread...
Asarum europaeum (European wild ginger)

Asarum europaeum (European wild ginger)

Asarum europaeum (European wild ginger) Growth: rhizomatous, carpet- forming groundcover for moist shade or dappled sun.  Characteristics: Kidney-shaped leaves conceal small, short-stalked flowers mid to late spring. Colours: Dark green, glossy leaves, flowers are...
Bergenia cordifolia (Elephant Ears)

Bergenia cordifolia (Elephant Ears)

Bergenia cordifolia (Elephant Ears)   Growth:  Clump forming, tough thick rhizomes Characteristics: early spring flowers Leaves: leathery, glossy, mid-green with red tinge on exposed areas Colours: Flowers funnel-shaped pinkish/purple Size: Height up to 24” (60...