{"title":"Pink Flowering Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink is the colour most gardens reach for first, and for good reason. It ranges from the softest blush to a hot, tropical pink, so there is one for every mood.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"oxalis-triangularis-mijke","title":"Oxalis triangularis 'Mijke'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOxalis triangularis 'Mijke'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact selection of the \u003cstrong\u003epurple false shamrock\u003c\/strong\u003e, prized for its exceptionally dark, almost black-purple leaflets. Each leaf is made of three triangular leaflets in the deepest plum, so saturated they read as near-black in low light, and they fold shut like little butterflies at dusk before opening again with the morning. Delicate sprays of pale pink flowers hover above the foliage through summer, glowing against that inky backdrop. It is one of the moodiest, most beautiful little tubers you can grow in a gritty pot or at the front of a warm border.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWonderfully versatile, it sits right on the border between houseplant and garden plant, so grow it whichever way suits your space. It loves bright light: give it the high light of a conservatory, greenhouse or a sunny windowsill indoors, or a bright, sheltered spot outdoors through the warmer months, and that near-black colour only deepens. It is also refreshingly low effort. Frost tender and winter dormant, it simply rests below ground through the cold and bounces back each spring, so there is nothing to fuss over in the off season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to Brazil, it grows from small tubers and rhizomes. Water regularly through spring and summer while it is in leaf and flower, letting the surface dry between drinks, then ease right off as the foliage fades in autumn and keep the resting tubers nearly dry. Its long flowering and gentle, pollinator-friendly habit make it a lovely companion at the front of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic borders\u003c\/a\u003e and among our other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-bulbs\"\u003eexotic bulbs and tubers\u003c\/a\u003e. For the classic purple species see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oxalis-triangularis\"\u003eOxalis triangularis\u003c\/a\u003e, or try the green, white-flowered \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oxalis-regnellii\"\u003eOxalis regnellii\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhichever shamrock you choose, it earns its place in the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e range. Every plant we supply is nursery-grown, hand-selected and packed with care to arrive in lovely condition, ready to pot up or plant out once the frosts have passed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"12cm \/ 1L","offer_id":41639981285420,"sku":"OXALTRIAMIJK12","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/hf_20260324_190351_c6991bc8-53d1-4b32-adba-307fa47ee0a9.jpg?v=1774379236"},{"product_id":"oxalis-triangularis","title":"Oxalis triangularis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOxalis triangularis\u003c\/strong\u003e, better known as the \u003cstrong\u003epurple false shamrock\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003elove plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most striking little tubers you can grow. Each leaf is made of three deep plum-purple triangular leaflets that fold shut like tiny butterflies at dusk and open wide to the light each morning, so the whole plant quietly breathes with the day. Through summer it lifts airy sprays of pale pink to lilac flowers above the foliage, a soft contrast against all that rich colour. It is a small piece of everyday magic for a gritty pot, a sunny sill or the front of a warm border.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWonderfully versatile, it sits right on the border between houseplant and garden plant, so grow it whichever way suits your space. It loves bright light: give it the high light of a conservatory, greenhouse or a sunny windowsill indoors, or a bright, sheltered spot outdoors through the warmer months, and the purple only deepens. It is also refreshingly low effort. Frost tender and winter dormant, it simply rests below ground through the cold and bounces back each spring, so there is nothing to fuss over in the off season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to Brazil, it grows from small tubers and rhizomes. Water regularly through spring and summer while it is in leaf and flower, letting the surface dry between drinks, then ease right off as the foliage fades in autumn and keep the resting tubers nearly dry. Its long flowering and gentle, pollinator-friendly habit make it a lovely companion at the front of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic borders\u003c\/a\u003e and among our other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-bulbs\"\u003eexotic bulbs and tubers\u003c\/a\u003e. For the darker, near-black form see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oxalis-triangularis-mijke\"\u003eOxalis triangularis 'Mijke'\u003c\/a\u003e, or try the green, white-flowered \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oxalis-regnellii\"\u003eOxalis regnellii\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhichever shamrock you choose, it earns its place in the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e range. 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Where the species carries fresh green, ferny foliage, this cultivar unfurls feathery, mimosa-like leaves in deep chocolate-bronze to burgundy, giving the whole plant a smoky, almost tropical presence in the garden. From mid to late summer it is topped with powderpuff flowers in candyfloss pink, their silky stamens shimmering against the dark canopy and drawing in bees and butterflies on warm days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is this contrast of dusky foliage and bright bloom that makes the chocolate-leaved \u003cstrong\u003esilk tree\u003c\/strong\u003e such a prized specimen. Grown as a spreading small tree or large shrub, it develops a graceful, flat-topped, layered canopy that casts dappled shade, perfect as a focal point on a patio border, in a gravel garden, or among other exotics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the richest leaf colour, plant \u003cstrong\u003eAlbizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate'\u003c\/strong\u003e in full sun in a warm, sheltered spot, ideally south or west facing. It is happy in any reasonably fertile, well-drained soil, including chalk and sandy ground, and tolerates a wide pH range. Good drainage over winter matters far more than soil richness, so lighten heavy clay with grit before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature size around 4-6 m tall by 3-5 m wide over many years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy in most of the UK (RHS H4), to roughly -10C once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotably drought-tolerant once its roots have settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeciduous, leafing out late in spring, so be patient in early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy through most of the country, it benefits from a winter mulch over the roots while young, and any frost-nipped shoots can simply be trimmed back in spring. Whether you are searching to \u003cstrong\u003ebuy Albizia julibrissin\u003c\/strong\u003e as a statement tree or hunting for an unusual dark-foliage exotic for a sheltered corner, this is a plant that rewards a sunny position handsomely. Every specimen we send out is nursery-grown, carefully hardened and selected for strong, healthy growth, ready to establish quickly and become a lasting talking point in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"19cm \/ 3L","offer_id":57810283168127,"sku":"ALBIJULICHOC19","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":58102893117823,"sku":"ALBIJULICHOC17","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/alb.jpg?v=1784636397"},{"product_id":"cotinus-coggygria-royal-purple","title":"Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esmoke bush\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Royal Purple' is one of the most striking deciduous shrubs you can grow, and an exceptional foliage plant for a sunny British garden. A standout form of \u003cem\u003eCotinus coggygria\u003c\/em\u003e, this RHS Award of Garden Merit cultivar carries rounded leaves of the deepest wine-purple that hold their colour right through summer before igniting into brilliant scarlet, red and orange in autumn. Its common name comes from the airy haze of tiny pink-purple flower plumes that hover over the canopy in summer, giving the whole plant the appearance of drifting smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe rate \u003cstrong\u003ecotinus royal purple\u003c\/strong\u003e as one of the easiest large shrubs to place. It works beautifully as a specimen, at the back of a sunny border, or woven into a mixed exotic planting where its dark tones set off bold foliage and hot-coloured flowers. The smoky summer haze and the fiery autumn finale give two distinct seasons of interest from a single plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow your \u003cstrong\u003eroyal purple smoke bush\u003c\/strong\u003e in full sun, which deepens the leaf colour and brings out the best autumn tints. It is wonderfully unfussy about soil, thriving on chalk, clay, loam or sand across acid to alkaline ground, provided it is moist but well-drained. Avoid very rich soils and waterlogged spots, as lush feeding dilutes the purple and weakens the flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature size around 3-5 m tall and wide; easily kept smaller by pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully hardy across the UK (RHS H6), needing no winter protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePruning is a matter of choice. Leave it largely unpruned for the fullest smoky flower display, or hard-prune in early spring to encourage dramatically larger leaves on a compact frame. Wear gloves when cutting, as the sap can irritate sensitive skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you know it as \u003cstrong\u003ecotinus coggygria royal purple\u003c\/strong\u003e or simply the smoke bush, this is a reliable, long-lived shrub that earns its place many times over. Every plant we send out is nursery-grown, well rooted and carefully selected, ready to establish quickly and reward you for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"19cm \/ 3L","offer_id":57810283233663,"sku":"COTICOGGPURP19","price":20.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/iStock-1154819992.jpg?v=1784359335"},{"product_id":"begonia-sterling-moon","title":"Begonia 'Sterling Moon'","description":"\u003cp\u003eFew foliage plants stop you in your tracks quite like \u003cstrong\u003eBegonia 'Sterling Moon'\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a rex begonia at its most theatrical, with broad, asymmetric leaves washed in moonlit silver and outlined by inky, near-black veins and margins. The effect is metallic and almost luminous in shade, lifting dim corners of a patio or shaded courtyard where flowering plants struggle to perform. Grown for its leaves rather than its modest pale pink blooms, it brings the lush, jewel-box quality of a rare houseplant out into the summer garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking silver and dark green foliage with real architectural presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, clump-forming habit, perfect for pots and shaded displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in the shade where many exotics will not\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoubles as a covetable houseplant once the season cools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a tender rex begonia, Sterling Moon is best treated as a patio plant for the warmer months and a houseplant for the rest of the year. Stand it outside once nights stay reliably above about 10C, choosing a sheltered, shaded position out of harsh midday sun, which can scorch and bleach those prized silvered leaves. A north, east or west-facing spot with bright, indirect light keeps the markings at their boldest. Grow it in a free-draining, peat-free or loam-based compost with added perlite or bark, and water when the top of the compost feels dry, keeping the rootball lightly moist but never soggy. It loves a little humidity, so summer days outdoors suit it perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a neat plant of roughly 20-30 cm tall and 25-40 cm across, ideal for a feature pot, a shaded table display or a sheltered doorstep. Because it is not frost hardy (RHS H1c), bring it back indoors or under heated glass well before the first autumn frosts, keeping it above 10-15C through winter. Please note that, like all begonias, it is toxic if eaten and can be harmful to cats, dogs and horses, so site it thoughtfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have searched for a standout \u003cstrong\u003erex begonia\u003c\/strong\u003e or a more unusual \u003cstrong\u003ehardy begonia\u003c\/strong\u003e alternative for shade, Sterling Moon delivers drama in a small footprint. Every plant is nursery-grown and hand-selected for healthy roots and strong, well-marked foliage, ready to settle in and shine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":57810283889023,"sku":"BEGSTERL17","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/sterlingmoon.jpg?v=1782486620"},{"product_id":"begonia-darkside-of-the-moon","title":"Begonia 'Darkside of the Moon'","description":"\u003cp\u003eBegonia 'Darkside of the Moon' is one of the most dramatic foliage plants you can grow, prized for its deeply lobed, near-black leaves that shimmer with a metallic purple sheen and flash deep red on their undersides. The bold, almost maple-like leaf shape gives it a sculptural, architectural presence that lifts any shady corner, patio grouping or conservatory display. For anyone who loves a rex begonia for its colour but wants something with real structure, this striking hybrid delivers moody, gothic glamour in spades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts colouring is the main event. In good, indirect light the foliage takes on an inky, almost-black depth with iridescent highlights, while delicate sprays of pale pink to white flowers appear through summer as a soft counterpoint to the dark leaves. Compact and bushy, it reaches around 60-90 cm tall and 45-60 cm wide, making it a manageable yet eye-catching specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a tender exotic rather than a hardy garden plant, so it is best treated as a patio or house begonia. Give it bright but indirect light or dappled, partial shade, as harsh midday sun will scorch the leaves and fade their metallic finish. Grow it in a free-draining, peat-free, loam-based compost with added perlite or bark, keeping the mix lightly moist but never waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter and avoid wetting the foliage to keep mildew at bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition: bright indirect light or partial shade, sheltered from wind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: tender (RHS H1c), protect from all frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: roughly 60-90 cm tall, 45-60 cm spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the UK, stand it outdoors once nights stay reliably above 10C, then bring it back under glass or indoors before the first autumn frosts. Whether you are searching for an unusual shrub begonia for sale or simply a knockout foliage plant, this is a collector's favourite. Every plant we send out is nursery-grown, hand-selected and carefully packed to arrive in superb condition, ready to become the dark star of your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":57810283987327,"sku":"BEGDARKMOON17","price":19.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/darkside.jpg?v=1782486621"},{"product_id":"hibiscus-syriacus-hamabo","title":"Hibiscus syriacus 'Hamabo'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibiscus syriacus 'Hamabo'\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most beautiful and best-loved forms of the hardy \u003cstrong\u003eRose of Sharon\u003c\/strong\u003e, holding a coveted \u003cstrong\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/strong\u003e. From late summer into early autumn it produces a long succession of large, single, soft blush-pink flowers, each delicately veined and marked with a deep crimson eye. The effect is soft and exotic, yet the plant itself is thoroughly hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy gardeners love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit for reliable garden performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft pink, crimson-eyed flowers from August into September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully hardy across the UK, a magnet for late-season bees and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeat, bushy habit for borders or a large patio container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlow and steady, it makes a shapely shrub of around 2 to 3 m tall and 1.5 to 2 m wide, a natural choice for a sunny \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotic\u003c\/a\u003e scheme. 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In early summer the dark canopy is studded with showy pink saucer-shaped lacecap flowers, followed by black berries that ripen through autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a fast-growing, vigorous deciduous shrub that responds beautifully to hard pruning each spring, producing the strongest dark foliage colour on new wood. A modern garden classic and a brilliant counterpoint to brighter-leaved exotic foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Black Lace' makes a stunning backdrop in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003eHardy Exotic mixed border\u003c\/a\u003e, where its dark foliage contrasts with chartreuse or silver-leaved companions. The pink flowers and dark berries also make it valuable for an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic mixed border\u003c\/a\u003e. 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This award-winning, strong-growing climber drips with extraordinarily long racemes, up to 45cm and more, of fragrant pale rose-pink pea-flowers delicately tipped with purple. Because it is a Japanese wisteria, the trails open gradually from the top down over a long season in late spring and early summer, drawing the eye down every cascade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-climbers\"\u003ehardy climbers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWisteria 'Rosea'\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out for that rare pink colouring and its beautiful scent. Rated RHS H6, it is fully hardy throughout the UK and copes with cold to around -15C once established, needing no winter protection. 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Chalky blue-grey, three-angled leaves edged with tiny red teeth are held on vivid red stems, and in summer the whole plant disappears under a haze of scented, daisy-like pink flowers that honeybees adore. It is a spreading, mat-forming succulent that cascades beautifully over the lip of a pot, a warm wall or a raised rockery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeing a succulent from the sandstone slopes of South Africa's south-western Cape, it is tender here, rated RHS H2. Keep this trailing succulent frost-free over winter and on the dry side while it rests. Grow it in gritty, sharply drained compost, keep it much drier over winter, and it will cope with far more than its hardiness rating suggests. In colder or wetter gardens, grow it in a pot you can move under cover. 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Fine, aromatic, needle-like leaves clothe wiry stems that in early summer all but disappear beneath a haze of small, five-petalled flowers in white, pink or red depending on the form. It is a pretty, understated exotic for a sheltered border or a pot on a sunny patio, and the bees adore it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness and seasonality:\u003c\/strong\u003e manuka is borderline hardy in Britain (the RHS rate the species H4) and is at its best in mild, coastal and southern gardens. The key thing to understand is that cold on its own is rarely the problem. Cold teamed with sodden ground is what harms it: soil that freezes while waterlogged in winter is the true undoing of this plant, whereas a sharp frost in free-draining ground is generally taken in its stride. Give it a warm, sheltered spot, keep the roots on the dry side through winter, and fleece it during hard frosts while it settles in. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ehardy exotics: what to expect\u003c\/a\u003e guide for seasonal pointers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly through the first couple of summers to establish a strong root system, after which manuka becomes impressively drought-tolerant. It is a natural partner for other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e in a sunny \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e, thrives in the sharp drainage of a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003econtainer on the patio\u003c\/a\u003e, and shines in mild \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-plants\"\u003ecoastal gardens\u003c\/a\u003e where salt-laden air is no obstacle. As one of the finest nectar plants you can grow, it is a magnet for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003ebees and pollinators\u003c\/a\u003e right through its long flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery plant we supply is nursery-grown, carefully selected for a healthy, well-branched shape and a strong root system, and packed with care to arrive in superb condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":57974459924863,"sku":"LEPTSCOP17","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/iStock-2245197571.jpg?v=1784325415"},{"product_id":"tulbaghia-hazel","title":"Tulbaghia 'Hazel'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTulbaghia 'Hazel'\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the prettiest forms of \u003cstrong\u003esociety garlic\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing a long, effortless summer show to sunny, well-drained corners of the garden. From a neat clump of slender, grey-green grassy leaves rise wiry stems topped with airy heads of dainty, scented pink-lilac star flowers, appearing in succession from summer right through into autumn. The faintly garlic-scented foliage is more than charming: it is said to help deter some pests, while the flowers are a magnet for bees and other pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a plant that thrives on warmth and sharp drainage. Rated RHS H3, it is borderline hardy in Britain, so the trick is to guard not just against cold but against cold and wet together. Waterlogged winter soil is what undoes it, so give it a free-draining spot in the warmest, sunniest part of the garden and keep it drier through the colder months. In wetter or colder gardens it makes a superb pot plant that can be moved somewhere frost-free for winter. For more on how these plants behave through the seasons, see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ehardy exotics, what to expect\u003c\/a\u003e guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew plants earn their place as easily in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drought-tolerant-plants\"\u003edry and gravel garden\u003c\/a\u003e, where the free-draining conditions suit it perfectly and the flowers sway beautifully among grasses and other sun-lovers. It is equally at home in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003epots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e on a hot patio, at the front of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic borders\u003c\/a\u003e, and in any planting designed to draw in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003ebees and pollinators\u003c\/a\u003e. It sits happily alongside the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e range for a warm, Mediterranean feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery plant we supply is nursery-grown, carefully selected for a healthy clump and strong roots, and packed with care to arrive in top condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"9cm \/ 0.5L","offer_id":57976166482303,"sku":"TULBHAZE9","price":7.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/tulbhagia-2.jpg?v=1784323695"},{"product_id":"eucomis-comosa","title":"Eucomis comosa | Pineapple Lily","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEucomis comosa\u003c\/strong\u003e, better known as the \u003cstrong\u003epineapple lily\u003c\/strong\u003e or pineapple flower, is one of the most characterful bulbs you can grow in a British exotic border. From a fat, clump-forming bulb it sends up a lush rosette of broad, wavy-edged, strap-shaped leaves, often flecked purple beneath, then in late summer a stout, purple-spotted stem carries a dense raceme of pink, star-shaped flowers crowned with a leafy tuft that looks exactly like the top of a pineapple. This is the pink-flowered form, so the spikes flush a soft rose-pink rather than the usual greenish white.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlowering from August into September, the faintly scented blooms are a magnet for bees and other pollinators, and the sculptural seed heads hold their shape well into autumn. It is a deciduous perennial, dying back to the bulb over winter and reappearing in late spring, so do not worry when it vanishes. Rated RHS H4, it is borderline hardy and comes through most UK winters outdoors given sharp drainage, though in colder or wetter gardens a deep, dry winter mulch, or lifting the bulb, keeps it safe. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ehardy exotics: what to expect\u003c\/a\u003e guide for how these plants behave through the seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater and feed freely once the leaves are up, then keep the dormant bulb on the dry side through winter. Its love of sharp drainage and sun makes it a natural for a hot \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e or gravel planting, and it is superb in a large container, so it earns a place among our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eplants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e. As a nectar-rich, bee-friendly bulb it also belongs in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003eplants for pollinators\u003c\/a\u003e, alongside the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery pineapple lily we send out is nursery-grown, selected for a strong, healthy bulb and packed with care to arrive in top condition, ready to bring a touch of the exotic to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":58001728373119,"sku":"EUCOCOMO17","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/eucomis_ae19951d-3d95-4f4e-b2b3-9b320ebcdd2c.jpg?v=1785512476"},{"product_id":"diosma-hirsuta-pink-fountain","title":"Diosma hirsuta 'Pink Fountain'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDiosma hirsuta 'Pink Fountain'\u003c\/strong\u003e, widely loved as the \u003cstrong\u003econfetti bush\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ebreath of heaven\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a compact evergreen shrub that brings a soft, romantic haze of colour to sunny borders and patio pots. Its fine, heath-like foliage is aromatic when brushed, releasing a fresh, resinous scent, and from late winter into spring the whole plant is smothered in masses of tiny pink star-shaped flowers. The effect is exactly as the common name suggests, a fountain of confetti that lifts the garden at the very start of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the Western Cape of South Africa, this is a borderline hardy shrub rated around \u003cstrong\u003eRHS H3\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it is happiest in milder, coastal and city gardens with a warm, sheltered aspect. In colder areas it is best grown in a container that can be moved to a frost-free spot over winter. Give it sharp drainage and full sun and it rewards you with year-round fine texture and a long, early flowering display that few other shrubs can match. Explore more borderline-hardy treasures in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly through the first growing season to settle the roots, then ease off, as an established plant is pleasingly drought-tolerant and thrives on a sunny bank or in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drought-tolerant-plants\"\u003edry, gravel-style planting\u003c\/a\u003e. Its compact habit and evergreen fine texture make it ideal for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003egrowing in pots\u003c\/a\u003e on a patio or by a sunny door, and it is a natural choice for mild \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-plants\"\u003ecoastal gardens\u003c\/a\u003e. The nectar-rich spring flowers are a welcome early feast for bees and other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrune only lightly, trimming straight after flowering to keep the neat fountain shape; never cut back hard into old bare wood, as Diosma will not reshoot from it. For more on how tender exotics behave through the British seasons, see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ewhat to expect guide\u003c\/a\u003e. 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In spring, clusters of pink-purple pea flowers stud the bare branches before the leaves unfurl, making it a real focal point in an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a compact, garden-hardy choice for UK plots. Rated around RHS H6, it is fully hardy across most of the country once established, dropping its leaves in winter and bursting back into colour each spring. Because it stays smaller than the species, reaching roughly 3 to 4 m over many years, it suits smaller gardens and courtyard schemes where a full-size tree would overwhelm. For more on how deciduous exotics behave through the year, see our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ewhat to expect through the seasons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly through the first couple of summers to settle the roots, after which 'Merlot' becomes pleasingly low-maintenance. It needs only minimal pruning and resents being cut back hard, so simply remove any dead or crossing branches while dormant. The early flowers are a valuable nectar source, making it a lovely pick for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003epollinator-friendly planting\u003c\/a\u003e, and its neat habit works just as well as a specimen in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ea large container\u003c\/a\u003e as it does among \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/architectural-foliage\"\u003earchitectural foliage\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are after a compact redbud for a courtyard or a bold, dark-leaved focal point for an exotic scheme, this is a superb choice from our wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e range. Every plant is nursery-grown, carefully selected for a healthy shape and strong roots, and packed with care to arrive in top condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"23cm \/ 5L","offer_id":58064010117503,"sku":"CERCCANAMERL23","price":49.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/cercis-2.jpg?v=1785411922"},{"product_id":"begonia-little-moon","title":"Begonia 'Little Moon'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe compact star of the Moon series, \u003cstrong\u003eBegonia 'Little Moon'\u003c\/strong\u003e is the smallest member of the silver-leaved Lunar Lights collection and a jewel for the shadier patio. Neat mounds of rounded, angel-wing foliage are frosted with metallic silver over mint and olive green, brushed with soft pink and red highlights that echo the delicate pink flowers carried from summer into autumn. Grown above all for its shimmering leaves, it brings the collectable charm of a rare houseplant out into the summer garden without taking up much space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver-frosted foliage with pink highlights on a tidy, compact plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHappy in the shade where many exotics struggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for pots, doorsteps and the front of a shaded display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoubles as a covetable houseplant once the season cools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a tender exotic, Little Moon is best treated as a patio plant for the warmer months and a houseplant for the rest of the year. Stand it outdoors once nights stay reliably above about 10C, in a sheltered, shaded spot out of harsh midday sun, which can scorch and bleach the silvered leaves. A north, east or west-facing position with bright, indirect light keeps the markings at their boldest. Grow it in a free-draining, peat-free or loam-based compost with added perlite or bark, and water when the top of the compost feels dry, keeping the rootball lightly moist but never soggy. Being so neat, it is one of the best choices in the range for a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003econtainer on a shaded patio\u003c\/a\u003e or tucked into the front of an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a compact plant of roughly 30-40 cm tall and 40-45 cm across, ideal for a feature pot or a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-shade\"\u003eshaded corner\u003c\/a\u003e alongside its larger siblings \u003ca href=\"\/products\/begonia-sterling-moon\"\u003eBegonia 'Sterling Moon'\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/begonia-darkside-of-the-moon\"\u003eBegonia 'Darkside of the Moon'\u003c\/a\u003e. Because it is not reliably frost hardy in the UK (RHS H2), bring it back indoors or under heated glass well before the first autumn frosts, keeping it above about 10C through winter. For more on growing tender exotics through the seasons, see our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ewhat to expect from hardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note that, like all begonias, it is toxic if eaten and can be harmful to cats, dogs and horses, so site it thoughtfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have searched for an unusual \u003cstrong\u003esilver begonia\u003c\/strong\u003e or a compact \u003cstrong\u003ebegonia for shade\u003c\/strong\u003e, Little Moon delivers real character in a small footprint. 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Part of the dwarf Candy Drops series, it packs the exotic charm of a full-size Phygelius into a neat, patio-friendly plant, and the bees and hummingbird hawk-moths adore it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBred from the South African Phygelius, this is a sun-loving, long-flowering plant that earns its place many times over. Rated around RHS H4, it is hardy in most of the UK, but coming through the year hinges on one thing: a cold, wet winter is what catches it out, while sharp drainage lets it shrug the cold off. It is a semi-evergreen subshrub that is usually cut back by hard frost, then reshoots vigorously from the base each spring, so do not give up on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly through the first summer to establish, then enjoy a plant that is fairly drought-tolerant and simply keeps on flowering. Deadhead through the season and it will carry its rose-pink spires from June right through to October. It is a natural in a mixed \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e, thrives in a container as one of our favourite \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eplants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e, and its nectar-rich flowers make it one of the best \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003eplants for pollinators\u003c\/a\u003e you can grow. In milder coastal gardens it also earns a place among our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-plants\"\u003ecoastal and exposed planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair it with the cream-flowered \u003ca href=\"\/products\/phygelius-funfare-cream\"\u003ePhygelius 'Funfare Cream'\u003c\/a\u003e or bolder foliage from the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e range for a lush, layered look, and see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ehardy exotics: what to expect\u003c\/a\u003e guide for how these plants behave through the seasons. 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From July to September it carries cone-shaped white flowerheads that slowly age to soft pink, loved by bees and a fine cut flower. As the nights cool the leaves turn deep red and bronze, one of the best autumn shows among \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt makes a superb specimen in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic borders\u003c\/a\u003e and, with its long season of interest, is also a strong choice for a large container among \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eplants for pots\u003c\/a\u003e. The summer flowers add it to any scheme for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003ebees and pollinators\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery plant is nursery grown and hand picked. For a guide to how our outdoor plants arrive and settle in, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ewhat to expect from hardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"19cm \/ 3L","offer_id":58142568284543,"sku":"HYDRQUER19","price":18.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/querci.jpg?v=1786719889"},{"product_id":"tulbaghia-violacea","title":"Tulbaghia violacea 'Purple'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet the plant\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tulbaghia violacea, better known as society garlic, is a clump-forming South African \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-perennials\"\u003eperennial\u003c\/a\u003e prized for its long summer show of starry lilac-pink flowers. The slim grey-green leaves smell faintly of garlic when brushed, which many gardeners find helps keep a few pests at bay. It carries an RHS Award of Garden Merit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness and seasons\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is the one plant here to keep an honest eye on in winter. It is rated H3, which means it is fine outdoors in mild, coastal and city gardens but wants protection where hard frosts are common. The flowers appear over a long run from midsummer into autumn, held on bare upright stems above the foliage, and they are a magnet for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003ebees and butterflies\u003c\/a\u003e. In colder gardens the leaves die back and the plant rests below ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun and sharp drainage are the two things it really wants. Free-draining loam or sandy soil suits it, and it thrives in pots, gravel gardens and hot, sunny borders. It reaches around 50cm in height and spread. In a container you can simply move it somewhere frost-free for the coldest months, which is the easiest way to keep it happy long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting it established\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water while it is in growth through spring and summer, then keep it much drier over winter. In open ground in a cold area, a deep dry mulch over the crown gives useful insurance. Clumps build up steadily and can be lifted and divided in spring to make more plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/strong\u003e: Supplied in a 9cm pot, ready to plant out or pot up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"9cm \/ 0.5L","offer_id":58184446476671,"sku":"TULBVIOPURP9","price":7.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/tulbaghia.jpg?v=1786804805"},{"product_id":"magnolia-figo-stellar-ruby","title":"Magnolia figo 'Stellar Ruby'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnolia figo 'Stellar Ruby'\u003c\/strong\u003e is an evergreen magnolia in the banana shrub group, prized for its small, richly scented flowers in shades of ruby, maroon and dusky pink. The fragrance is the real party trick: it is variously described as ripe bananas, pear drops or vintage port, and it carries on warm days. Unlike the big spring magnolias, this is a dense, narrow, upright evergreen that flowers from a young age and grows quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness and seasons.\u003c\/strong\u003e The RHS rates it H3, so it is best suited to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-plants\"\u003emild and coastal gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, a warm sheltered courtyard or a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003elarge container\u003c\/a\u003e that can be moved under cover in a hard winter. Some UK nurseries report established plants in sheltered spots standing around -10C, but in cold inland gardens it is safest treated as a plant that needs winter protection. The main flush of flowers comes in late spring and early summer, often with a second flush in late summer, and the glossy deep green leaves hold all year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow and where to grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it full sun or light shade in a sheltered position, ideally south, east or west facing, out of cold drying winds. It likes a fertile, moist but well-drained soil on the neutral to acid side, and it does well in a pot of peat-free, loam-based compost. Expect roughly 2.5 to 4m tall but only 1 to 1.5m wide within five to ten years, so it fits where most magnolias will not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing it in the garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e The slim, columnar shape makes it a natural choice for small gardens, courtyards and doorways, where the scent can be enjoyed close up. Use it as an evergreen exclamation mark in an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e, as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/screening-plants\"\u003einformal screening\u003c\/a\u003e in mild gardens, or as a pair of pot-grown sentinels either side of a path. It sits beautifully with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003elush, large-leaved planting\u003c\/a\u003e that shows off the neat, glossy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"19cm \/ 3L","offer_id":58234095174015,"sku":"MAGNFIGORUB19","price":42.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/magnolia_e726b24f-b775-4ed4-9443-445506219d94.jpg?v=1787318650"},{"product_id":"albizia-julibrissin-tropical-dream","title":"Albizia julibrissin 'Tropical Dream'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlbizia julibrissin 'Tropical Dream'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a silk tree selection prized for flowers of a deeper, more vivid pink than the ordinary species and for better resilience in cooler gardens. It forms a multi-stemmed large shrub or small tree with a spreading, umbrella-shaped crown of delicate, ferny, bipinnate leaves. The foliage folds up as evening falls and opens again with the morning sun, a small daily ritual that never stops being charming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness and seasons.\u003c\/strong\u003e The RHS rates it H4, hardy through most of the UK in a sheltered spot, and it is regarded as one of the hardier silk tree selections offered here. It is deciduous and comes into leaf late, usually well into late spring, then flowers from July to September, when the canopy is covered in fluffy, fragrant pink powder-puff blooms. Young plants are the most vulnerable, so give them winter protection in cold gardens for their first few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow and where to grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it in full sun in a warm, sheltered, south or west facing position. It thrives in any well-drained soil, including chalk, loam or sand at any pH, tolerates poor soil, and is notably drought tolerant once established. The RHS gives an ultimate size of 4 to 8m after ten to twenty years, but in most UK gardens it stays much smaller and is easily kept compact by pruning, and it does well in a large container.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing it in the garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003eFew hardy plants\u003c\/a\u003e look more exotic: the layered, umbrella canopy and silky pink flowers bring an instant subtropical feel to an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e or a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drought-tolerant-plants\"\u003esunny gravel garden\u003c\/a\u003e. The nectar-rich flowers are \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003eloved by bees\u003c\/a\u003e. Use it as a centrepiece specimen, in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003elarge patio pot\u003c\/a\u003e, or trained informally against a warm wall where summers are cooler.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":58234096681343,"sku":"ALBIJULITROP17","price":25.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/albizia.jpg?v=1787318607"},{"product_id":"hydrangea-hydrangeoides-roseum","title":"Hydrangea hydrangeoides var. hydrangeoides 'Roseum'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea hydrangeoides var. hydrangeoides 'Roseum'\u003c\/strong\u003e, better known as Schizophragma hydrangeoides 'Roseum', is the pink form of the Japanese hydrangea vine. It is a vigorous, self-clinging, woody climber with broad, heart-shaped, toothed green leaves. In summer it carries wide, flattened heads of small creamy flowers, each surrounded by large, petal-like bracts that open white and blush to soft rose pink as they age, so a single plant shows both colours at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness and seasons.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a fully hardy, deciduous climber rated H5 by the RHS, tough enough for severe winters across most of the UK, and it holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit. It is bare in winter, leafs out in spring, flowers from around July into September and the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003eleaves turn yellow before they fall\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow and where to grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it at the foot of a wall, fence or tree and it will attach itself with aerial roots once established; tie in the young shoots for the first season. It grows in full sun or partial shade and flowers well on a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-shade\"\u003enorth or east facing wall\u003c\/a\u003e, which suits the pink colouring. It accepts chalk, clay, loam or sand and any pH, provided the soil is fertile, moist and well drained, and it tolerates both exposed and sheltered sites. Slow to start, it is then vigorous, reaching 8 to 12m in time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing it in the garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Roseum' gives a shaded wall or a large tree a curtain of foliage and a long summer display in softer tones than the white forms. It is a fine companion for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-ferns\"\u003eferns\u003c\/a\u003e, hostas, hardy geraniums and shrubby hydrangeas, and it can be used to cover an unsightly outbuilding or as a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/screening-plants\"\u003eleafy screen\u003c\/a\u003e on a boundary fence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":58254023786879,"sku":"SCHIHYDRROSE17","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/roseum-2.jpg?v=1787853386"},{"product_id":"hydrangea-anomala-glabra-crug-coral","title":"Hydrangea anomala subsp. glabra 'Crûg Coral'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea anomala subsp. glabra 'Crûg Coral'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003erare and unusual climbing hydrangea\u003c\/a\u003e, a Taiwanese selection introduced by Crûg Farm in North Wales from plants collected in the island's Central Mountains in 1996. Where most climbing hydrangeas are white, this one opens its lacecap heads a dusky coral red in early summer, fading through coral pink to a pink-flushed cream, so a plant in full flower carries several shades at once. The broad, glossy, mid-green leaves are a fine foil and turn bronze and burgundy in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness and seasons.\u003c\/strong\u003e The RHS rates it H5, hardy through severe winters in most of the UK. It is a deciduous, self-clinging climber, bare in winter, in leaf from spring, flowering from late May into July and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ecolouring in autumn before the leaves drop\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow and where to grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it against a wall, fence or tree trunk; it produces aerial roots along the stems and becomes self-supporting once settled. It grows in sun or shade, but the richest red colouring comes when the top growth is in reasonable light with the roots in cool, shaded, moisture-retentive soil. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained clay, loam or sand that is acid to neutral. Slow for the first year or two, it is then vigorous and can reach well over 5m, so give it a big wall or a tree and prune to keep it within bounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing it in the garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a collector's climber for a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-shade\"\u003enorth or east facing wall\u003c\/a\u003e, a large fence or a mature tree where the coral flowers can be admired at eye level. It sits well with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-ferns\"\u003eferns\u003c\/a\u003e, hostas, rodgersias and other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003ebold shade lovers\u003c\/a\u003e, and without support it will even sprawl as an unusual ground cover. Autumn leaf colour gives it a second season of interest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":58254023885183,"sku":"HYDRCRUGCORA17","price":19.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/crug.jpg?v=1787853636"},{"product_id":"callistemon-hot-pink","title":"Callistemon Hot Pink ('Kkho1')","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCallistemon Hot Pink ('Kkho1')\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact bottlebrush with flower spikes in a vivid magenta pink rather than the usual red, each brush flecked with gold from the pollen-tipped stamens. The new shoots emerge red and mature to narrow, grey-green, aromatic leaves, so the plant has colour even between flushes. At around 1.5m it fits a small garden or a large pot where a full-sized bottlebrush would not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness and seasons.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated H3 by the RHS, so hardy to around -5C and happiest in a sheltered, sunny spot or a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-plants\"\u003emild or coastal garden\u003c\/a\u003e. Elsewhere grow it in a pot and give it some \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003eprotection in hard frost\u003c\/a\u003e. It is evergreen. The main flush of brushes comes in early summer, with further flowers into autumn if the spent spikes are trimmed off. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003eBees and butterflies work the flowers\u003c\/a\u003e hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow and where to grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun against a warm south or west facing wall, out of cold winds, in a moist but well-drained soil that is neutral to acid; it is not happy on shallow chalk. Sand, loam and improved clay all suit it. Expect 1 to 1.5m tall and around 1m wide. In a container use an ericaceous or loam-based compost and water freely in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing it in the garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e A striking front-of-border shrub for an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic or Mediterranean planting\u003c\/a\u003e, partnering well with grasses, phormiums and silver-leaved shrubs. It is excellent in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003elarge pot\u003c\/a\u003e on a sunny terrace, and the flowers make it one of the best pollinator shrubs for a warm corner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"17cm \/ 2L","offer_id":58254033256831,"sku":"CALLVIMHOTPINK17","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/callistemon_0af5fa55-1923-4f6b-a95a-622a19db1c65.jpg?v=1788532675"},{"product_id":"calliandra-surinamensis","title":"Calliandra surinamensis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalliandra surinamensis\u003c\/strong\u003e, the pink powder puff, is a tender \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003eevergreen shrub\u003c\/a\u003e whose flowers look like nothing else in the garden: rounded heads of tiny blooms whose long silky stamens are white at the base and flush to rose pink at the tips, so each cluster opens into a soft, glowing pompom. The ferny, bipinnate leaves fold up at night, and on a mature plant the flowers keep coming over many months rather than in one flush. At 23cm this is a substantial plant that earns its place on a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ewarm patio\u003c\/a\u003e all summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness and seasons.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is not a frost-hardy plant. The RHS rates it H1B, which means it can stand outside in a sheltered, sunny spot from around June to September but needs a year-round minimum of about 13C, tolerating brief dips to 10C at most. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003eProtect it in winter\u003c\/a\u003e: bring it into a conservatory, greenhouse or bright frost-free room well before the first cold nights of autumn, and move it back out once nights are reliably warm. Under glass it often flowers from winter into spring, so the winter quarters earn their keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow and where to grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it in a large pot of free-draining, loam-based compost so it can be moved with the seasons. Give it the sunniest, most sheltered position you have, ideally south or west facing and out of cold winds. Water freely in growth once the top few centimetres of compost have dried, feed monthly through spring and summer, and keep the rootball only just moist through winter. In the tropics it becomes a broad small tree of 4 to 8m; in a UK pot it stays a manageable shrub of roughly 1.5 to 2.5m and flowers freely when it gets enough warmth and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing it in the garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as a summer centrepiece on a sunny terrace or balcony, beside bananas, cannas and other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003ebold exotics\u003c\/a\u003e, where the silky pink pompoms can be enjoyed close up. It sits naturally with its relatives \u003ca href=\"\/products\/albizia-julibrissin-summer-chocolate\"\u003eAlbizia\u003c\/a\u003e and Mimosa, whose foliage it closely resembles. Prune lightly after flowering to keep it compact, and watch for red spider mite and mealybug while it is under glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"23cm \/ 5L","offer_id":58254039679359,"sku":"CALLISURI23","price":42.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/calliandra.jpg?v=1788532587"},{"product_id":"leucadendron-mrs-stanley","title":"Leucadendron 'Mrs Stanley'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeucadendron 'Mrs Stanley'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a densely upright, evergreen \u003cstrong\u003econebush\u003c\/strong\u003e from the protea family that behaves like a slow-motion firework. Fine, upswept mid-green leaves are tipped red, and from summer the branch tips carry soft pinkish-red bracts with cream centres that deepen steadily to rich burgundy as the weather cools, keeping the show running through autumn and winter when little else is performing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike most South African Proteaceae it is a plant for the milder, sharper-drained corners of the UK. Treat it as half hardy, taking around -5C (H3): happy in the ground in coastal and sheltered town gardens, and an outstanding container plant everywhere else, moved into a porch or cold greenhouse for the worst of winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun; the more light, the deeper the colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, sharply drained, acid to neutral; sand, gravel or gritty loam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 1 to 1.5m tall and wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e phosphorus sensitive; avoid standard feeds and bone meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater it through its first summer to establish, then keep it on the dry side; winter wet is a bigger enemy than cold. It is a natural for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drought-tolerant-plants\"\u003edry and gravel gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-plants\"\u003ecoastal plots\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003epots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e, and the long-lasting cut stems are a florist's favourite. Grow it as the winter-colour anchor of an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e alongside our other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e, and read \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ewhat to expect from our outdoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e before it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"9cm \/ 0.5L","offer_id":58282694869375,"sku":"LEUCMRSSTAN9","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_63b1b532-aa45-4500-abc2-cfed9ba0a352.jpg?v=1787928520"},{"product_id":"feijoa-sellowiana","title":"Feijoa sellowiana","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible fruit.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold here as a fruit-bearing plant grown for its harvest of feijoa fruit, not as an ornamental.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeijoa sellowiana\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003epineapple guava\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the exotic fruit bush that genuinely belongs in a British garden: rated H4 and taking around -10C, yet unmistakably subtropical with its grey-green, silver-backed evergreen leaves and outrageous summer flowers, waxy white petals flushed pink around a firework of crimson stamens. The petals are sweet and edible; the aromatic green fruits that follow taste of pineapple, guava and mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn New Zealand feijoas are a national autumn ritual, and given a warm wall and a kind season they will crop here too, especially in mild and coastal gardens where their salt tolerance is a bonus. Even fruitless, the shrub earns its place on foliage and flower alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun; a warm wall helps fruit ripen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e any fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e to around 2-3 m; clips well, even as hedging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e H4, around -10C established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eriobotrya-japonica-rose-anne\"\u003eloquat 'Rose Anne'\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/psidium-cattleianum-lucidum\"\u003estrawberry guavas\u003c\/a\u003e to complete the edible exotics shelf, in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-plants\"\u003ecoastal border\u003c\/a\u003e, or in a large container among our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eplants for pots\u003c\/a\u003e. The stamens keep the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e busy all summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNursery-grown, well-branched shrubs. Fruit-ripening honesty in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003eseasonal expectations guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"23cm \/ 5L","offer_id":58370018148735,"sku":"FEIJSELL23","price":35.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/feijoa-sellowiana.jpg?v=1790064258"},{"product_id":"hydrangea-aspera-hot-chocolate","title":"Hydrangea aspera 'Hot Chocolate'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea aspera 'Hot Chocolate'\u003c\/strong\u003e is the hydrangea reimagined as a foliage exotic: big, velvety leaves in chocolate-bronze with rich burgundy undersides, so every breeze flickers the shrub between darkness and wine. In late summer, wide lacecap heads of lilac-blue florets ringed with blush-pink sterile flowers hover above that moody canopy, a combination no mophead can touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBred from the Himalayan rough-leaved hydrangea, it is rated H4 and flowers reliably on old wood with almost no pruning. Bees work the fertile florets hard in August when borders start to flag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade, sheltered from cold winds and frost pockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e moist but well-drained, humus-rich; unfussy about pH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e to around 2 m tall and wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e H4; only late frosts on new leaves need watching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it at the woodland edge with ferns and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-shade\"\u003eplants for shade\u003c\/a\u003e, or as the dark heart of an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e beside \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farfugium-japonicum-giganteum\"\u003eFarfugium giganteum\u003c\/a\u003e and its rare evergreen cousin \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dichroa-daimingshanensis-guiz-48\"\u003eDichroa 'Guiz 48'\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Bees work it from dawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt offers most of the drama of the legendary \u003ca href=\"\/products\/geranium-maderense\"\u003eGeranium maderense\u003c\/a\u003e with far more resilience: rated H3, to around -7C with drainage, and unlike its cousin it survives flowering to repeat the show, while a scatter of self-sown seedlings keeps the succession going for free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sun or partial shade, sheltered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e free-draining, reasonably fertile; dry winters, easy summers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e rosette to 60 cm; flowering plants to around 1.2 m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e H3, around -7C; seedlings insure colder gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow it at a wall base or mid-\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e where the rosette shows all winter, or in a generous pot among our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eplants for pots\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Add a soft grape-sweet scent and it becomes the most romantic wisteria we grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is fully hardy (H6), supplied as a \u003cstrong\u003egrafted plant that flowers young\u003c\/strong\u003e, and managed with the same simple twice-yearly prune as every Japanese wisteria. Bees attend the racemes from first light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to light shade; wall, pergola, arch or standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, moist but well-drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e to 8 m trained; pruning sets the scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e H6, fully hardy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInterplant it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wisteria-kimono\"\u003e'Kimono'\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wisteria-floribunda-rosea\"\u003e'Rosea'\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wisteria-floribunda-black-dragon\"\u003e'Black Dragon'\u003c\/a\u003e for a graded pergola of pinks through purples. Nectar for the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pollinators\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e, spectacle for the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003ehardy exotics\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNursery-grown grafted plants. 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It carries perhaps the finest scent in the genus, a sweet violet-grape perfume that reaches across a garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFully hardy (H6) and supplied as a grafted plant that flowers young, it brings the wisteria season forward a beat and pairs its shorter racemes with real flower size. 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