Colourful and floriferous, annual bedding plants are a terrific addition to patio containers, hanging baskets and summer beds and borders. They’re also useful for filling in gaps in perennial borders, where they will flower non-stop all summer. From trailing to upright varieties, and dwarf to tall, you’re sure to find something to suit your summer garden in our great value range. For help and inspiration take a look at our articles on how to plant hanging baskets and containers and Vertical Gardening.
Marigold 'Vanilla Ice'Tagetes erecta (African Marigold) The subtle tones of this creamy white African marigold make a refreshing variation on this summer bedding favourite. Exceptionally free flowering, this reliable annual performs all summer long in beds, borders and containers. An easy and rewarding plant - great for getting the kids involved! Height and spread: 40cm (16"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Verbena 'Union Jack'(Glandularia) Create a patriotic display that is fit for a King (or Queen) with the trailing stems of Verbena 'Union Jack'. Regal shades of red, white and blue flowers make a spectacular display. These fabulous trailing Verbena plants are perfect for filling your hanging baskets and patio containers, or let them tumble over the edges of a window box for a cascade of colour. Height and spread: 25cm (10"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Lisianthus 'Pink Ice'Eustoma (Texas Bluebell, Prairie Gentian, Japanese Rose) A bouquet of bloom erupts from the slim stems of these lisianthus plants in shades of pink and lemon. The large rosette-like blooms of Lisianthus 'Pink Ice' are prized by florists as a superb cut flower. Grow them indoors on a bright windowsill, or outside in sunny borders for that opulent look. Height: 60cm (24") Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Petunia 'Crazytunia Cherry Cheesecake'Add some zing to your patio with this striking new red and white-striped petunia. The compact habit of Petunia 'Crazytunia Cherry Cheesecake' makes it a fantastic addition to beds, borders, window boxes and patio containers. The weather-resistant blooms will liven up your garden all summer long, even through our unpredictable British summers. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 35cm (14"). More info |
Petunia 'Crazytunia Cherry Cheesecake'Add some zing to your patio with this striking new red and white-striped petunia. The compact habit of Petunia 'Crazytunia Cherry Cheesecake' makes it a fantastic addition to beds, borders, window boxes and patio containers. The weather-resistant blooms will liven up your garden all summer long, even through our unpredictable British summers. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 35cm (14"). More info |
Lisianthus 'Blue Lagoon'Eustoma grandiflorum (Eustoma russellianum, Texas Bluebell, Prairie Gentian, Japanese Rose) A multitude of beautiful rose-like flowers on the most elegant of stems adorn this rich flowering plant. The large rosette-like blooms are prized by florists as a superb cut flower. Grow them indoors on a bright windowsill, or outside in sunny borders for that opulent look. Height: 60cm (24") Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Lisianthus CollectionEustoma (Texas Bluebell, Prairie Gentian, Japanese Rose) A bouquet of bloom erupts from slim stems bearing grey-green foliage. The flowers of Lisianthus plants, resembling rose buds, are a lively addition to the border and a superb and long lasting cut flower. Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 30cm (12"). Supplied as plug tray plants.
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Petunia 'Surfinia® White'Create clouds of pure white in your hanging baskets and patio containers with this vigorous trailing petunia. Flowers are surprisingly weather resistant and simply smother the long stems of up to 100cm, making Petunia Surfinia® White' unbeatable for sheer flower power. Support its vigorous stems on a frame or let them tumble down in a cascade of colour. Trails to: 100cm (40"). Supplied as plug plants. More info |
Geranium 'St George'Pelargonium (Zonal Geranium, Zonal Pelargonium) Classic scarlet red pelargoniums, partnered with the best white variety for a striking display of patriotic colour from June to October. Great performance is guaranteed, making Geranium 'St George' ideal for planting in beds, borders, window boxes and patio containers. Height: 45cm (18"). Spread: 25cm (10"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Begonia 'Sundial Red'A begonia with an identity crisis! Most commonly used as indoor windowsill pot plants, the Begonia 'elatior' series actually work really well as summer patio plants, we've tested them! Good all-weather performance in sun or shade, and flowers it's heart out! Ht. 30cm. Supplied as plug plants. More info |