Most of us have a patio or deck area in our garden and growing patio plants adds colour, structure and scent. We offer all sorts of plants for a patio garden – from bamboo to bedding, grasses, climbers and even dwarf fruit trees. Trees and shrubs in big patio pots make a real statement, or let colourful annuals spill over your containers to create a real wow-factor. You’re sure to find something in our great value range. Read our helpful guides and learn how to plant hanging baskets and containers and how to grow fruit on your patio.
Ageratum houstonianum 'Ocean Blue'(Floss Flower) Large fluffy blue flowers cover this dwarf, compact ageratum. Ocean Blue will certainly add texture and colour to your summer beds, borders and containers with its weather resistant blooms. The nectar rich flowers of this strong growing variety are also attractive to butterflies. Height: 20cm (8"). Spread: 25cm (10"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Acacia dealbata(Mimosa, Silver Wattle)
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Helianthus 'Inca Gold'(Sunflower) Try this brand new trailing sunflower! Masses of golden yellow sunflower blooms will erupt on the lax trailing stems of this superb new variety, adding a splash of cheerful colour throughout late summer. As with all sunflower plants the flowers are highly attractive to bees. Helianthus 'Inca Gold' makes an attractive addition to baskets, window boxes and patio containers, or try growing it as an informal groundcover at the front of beds and borders. Height: 30cm (12"). Trails to: 45cm (18"). Supplied as plug plants. More info |
Lilac (Dwarf Standard)Syringa meyeri 'Palibin'
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Antirrhinum 'Trailing Mix'(Snapdragon) These incredible hybrids are the first trailing Antirrhinums. Stems of densely packed blooms in shades of white, pink, red, violet and yellow create a myriad of colour. At last you can grow these cottage garden favourites in baskets where their fascinating flowers can be fully appreciated! Height and spread: 30cm (12"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Geranium maderense 'Collection'(Giant Herb Robert, Madeira Cranesbill) Truly spectacular half-hardy perennials, native to Madeira and commonly called the 'Madeira Cranesbill'. These stunning varieties of Geranium maderense bear white or pink flowers on multiple branching stems, making a really show-stopping summer display! Although flowers appear in the second year, the large, exotic, deeply toothed leaves make an interesting feature on their own, radiating from a stout central trunk. Geranium maderense plants benefit from some winter protection so are best grown in a conservatory or large patio container which can be moved to a frost-free location. Height: 150cm (59"). Spread: 100cm (39"). Supplied in 12cm pots. More info |
Lavender 'Munstead'Lavendula angustifolia (English lavender) Customer Review RatingA cottage garden classic! Brush past its evergreen foliage to release the intense perfume of this compact lavender. Its delicate purple blue flowers held on stiff stems, attract bees and other insects; they also make excellent cut or dried flowers. Grow Lavender Munstead in containers, as a low hedge, or to soften paths and patio edges. Just be sure to plant it where you can savour its beguiling fragrance! Height: 45cm (18"). Supplied as plug tray plants. Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info |
Buddleja Buzz® 'Ivory'(Buddleia, Butterfly Bush) An exciting breeding breakthrough has produced this astonishing patio buddleja! The short stems and compact growing habit make it perfect for growing in patio containers and small gardens. In summer Buddleja Buzz® Ivory produces masses of fragrant, dense flower spikes that will attract clouds of butterflies to your garden. Like its larger relatives, this dwarf Butterfly Bush is hardy and easy to grow in almost any situation. Height and spread: 120cm (48"). Supplied as 5cm plug plants. More info |
Nicotiana Mixed(Tobacco Plant) Fill your senses on warm summer nights with these outstanding tobacco plants. A myriad of trumpet shaped flowers are carried high above basal rosettes of large green leaves, to create clouds of colour and perfume. The tall stems of Nicotiana are ideal for adding height to the backs of beds and borders. An elegant annual that is most effective when planted in large drifts. Height: 50cm (20"). Spread: 25cm (10"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Sedum 'Abbey Dore'(Stonecrop, Ice Plant, Sedum telephium 'Abbeydore') An unusual ice plant with a vigorous, compact habit. Sedum ‘Abbey Dore’ has attractive blue-green and later develops pink stems in late summer. The pretty pink buds open to reveal pale-pink and cerise flowers that are a magnet for pollinating insects. Ice plants are perfect for adding late summer colour to the front of hot, sunny borders. Height: 50cm (20"). Spread: 30cm (12"). Size 1 bare roots supplied. More info |
Salvia 'Blaze Of Fire'(Scarlet Sage, Salvia splendens 'Fireball') Super scarlet salvia flowers sit proudly above rich green foliage from June until October making this the perfect bedding plant for a blaze of summer colour. Salvia 'Blaze Of Fire' has a compact, branching habit that is well suited to containers, window boxes and hanging baskets. Height and spread: 30cm (12"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Sunray'Semi-double, golden yellow blooms adorn this attractive coreopsis throughout the summer on neat compact plants. Coreopsis grandiflora 'Sunray' works well in both annual beds and perennial borders, where its luminous flowers are produced in profusion. This tickseed plant also makes an excellent addition to mixed patio displays and is attractive to bees. Height and spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |