Since 1868 de Jager has been producing top quality, top sized bulbs. The large sizes do make an enormous difference, providing bigger flowers, stronger stems, and better naturalisation. Choose from over 450 varieties and transform your garden with scent and colour. Autumn Flowering Bulbs now available to order.
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Bishop of Auckland
D4000
Like a glass of full-bodied claret, dahlia 'Bishop of Auckland' is a toast to timeless floral sophistication. With deep crimson petals, the blooms will bring a sumptuous richness to your garden. This impressive dahlia is from the ‘Bishop series’, prized for their jewel-like tones set against a dramatic backdrop of dark, bronzed foliage. Marvel at the majestic splendour of the velvety petals, enhanced by a crown of golden anthers. The open-faced flowers prove enormously popular with bees and butterflies, providing a pollen-laden feast. An outstanding performer, the ‘Bishop of Auckland’ flowers for months on end, its burgundy allure lingering like a fine wine.
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Mexicana
M5063
Bearing purple-blue funnel-shaped blooms from late spring until autumn, Achimenes ‘Mexicana’ is a stunning, low maintenance perennial which is native to Central and South America.
For months on end, the gently cascading foliage is liberally decorated with an abundance of rich blue flowers with soft-white throats.
Related to African Violets and Gloxinias, colourful and showy Achimenes make excellent container companions to Begonias and smaller Dahlias.
When the foliage starts to die back in autumn, allow your containers to dry out, or dig up the scaly rhizomes and store in a frost-free place until re-planting the following spring.
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Emily McKenzie
M6162
Discovered growing in a garden in the Tyne Valley in the 1950s, Crocosmia ‘Emily Mckenzie’ has since become a firm favourite. With sprays of showy, star-shaped flowers dancing from arching stems, this variety provides height, movement, and colour for your late summer and autumn display. Unfurling from clusters of node-like buds, each vibrant petal is rusty orange with a dark mahogany throat. ‘Emily Mackenzie’ is a compact variety – easier to contain than some of its cousins – and the wiry stems are self-supporting. This Crocosmia is long-lasting in the garden and as a cut flower, where it can last up to two weeks in the vase.
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Aurea Lutea
M6000
Bearing clusters of numerous golden-yellow flowers on tall stems, Alstroemeria ‘Aurea Lutea’ makes an excellent cut flower and is brilliant for brightening borders with its rich, sunny tones.
The long-lasting flowers are adored by pollinators and feature pretty freckles on their upper and lower petals. Long, curved stamens give an exotic look to the lily-shaped blooms which appear from June to October.
A hardy and exquisitely beautiful Peruvian lily, Alstroemeria ‘Aurea Lutea’ has been granted an Award of Garden Merit from the RHS for its flawless looks and faultless performance.
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Alismatifolia
M6930
Often referred to as the ‘Jewel of Burma’, Cucurma ‘Alismatifolia’ demands attention. This herbaceous ornamental ginger offers clusters of distinctive, pine-cone shaped flowers with multiple layers of pink petals. Also called the Siam or Summer Tulip, the long-lasting blooms of Cucurma are an excellent option for enlivening borders and containers throughout the summer months. A single rhizome can produce up to 5 glorious blooms for a generous display, providing ample flowers to admire in the garden and in the vase. Provided with shelter, full sun and protection from frost, this tropical wonder will be richly rewarding.
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Orange
B3506
The vibrant, tangerine flowers of this beautiful large-flowered begonia are excellent for adding bright pops of colour to your summer container displays. Fully double blooms flower for months on end, from May until at least September in glorious, saturated shades of orange.
Begonias thrive best in light soil which is rich in leaf-mould, in a position in part shade where the layered flowers shimmer as they catch the light.
Fill pots, hanging baskets, window-boxes, and unusual vintage containers with the tubers of long-flowering begonias for a show-stopping display.
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Belladonna
M5081
Spot autumn-flowering Amaryllis ‘Belladonna’ in the border and you feel as though you have stumbled upon garden treasure. Beautifully scented, exquisite pink flowers are borne in clusters, atop tall, fleshy red stems. The fine, lily-shaped blooms are followed by glossy, strap-like foliage.
Sometimes known as the Belladonna, Jersey or March lily, South African native Amaryllis Belladonna, has been granted a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS for garden brilliance.
Grow this showy Amaryllis in clusters or clumps to bloom above shorter plants; we think it looks great with the simple silver foliage of Brunnera, Convovulus and Stachys Byzantina.
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Candida
M6891
Resembling dainty quails’ eggs, Zephyranthes ‘Candida’ feature a bright yellow centre surrounded by white petals. Bursting open in successive flushes, the crocus-like, cupped blooms are borne on slender stems, surrounded by linear, grassy foliage. These neat, petite alpines prefer a sunny location and will tolerate a range of soil conditions. The diminutive flowers are best appreciated in rockeries, gravel gardens and containers where they can be viewed up close. Naturalising readily, you will soon have a carpet of these charmers to enliven your late summer display. These half-hardy perennials will need some protection from winter wet and frost to guarantee a repeat display every year.
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Red & Yellow Mix
B3578
Our begonia fimbriata ‘Red and Yellow Mix’ is a vibrant, joyous duo of uplifting colour, featuring contrasting blooms of rich scarlet red and canary yellow. Each plant bears masses of magnificent blooms for a sensational display. The multi-layered petals are intricately fringed with crinkled edges, adding a delightfully tousled texture. Set against a theatrical backdrop of dark green foliage, each flower dazzles with colourful splendour. These bold blooms will invigorate your container and bedding displays, producing a continuous show for months on end. Perfect for bringing brightness to the summer garden, even when the skies are grey.
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Annual Classic Mix
SD111
Pictured here at The Eden Project, our ‘Classic Annual Mix’ will create a diverse, abundant wildflower meadow in your garden. This selection is carefully balanced for a continual succession of flowering, with varying colours throughout the season. From an early summer display of vivid blue, pink and white to a rich autumnal tapestry of deep red, orange and yellow, the ‘Classic Annual Mix’ offers a spectacular show right through until November. With a height of up to 1m, this exuberant collection incorporates Shirley Poppy, Californian Poppy, Cornflower, Fairy Toadflax, Tickseed, Red Orache and Larkspur.
Flowering Height up to 1m (39’’).
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Pink
B3521
The fuchsia-pink blooms of pendula begonia ‘Cascade Pink’ tumble over the edges of your pots and hanging baskets all summer, with wild exuberance. Double, hot-pink flowers bloom for months on end from late spring, adding bold, welcoming colour and plenty of charm to the garden.
Dark-green, veined foliage adds wonderful depth to the plants, which thrive best in dappled shade, in soil rich with leaf-mould.
Make a statement by planting several tubers in a large container for a bountiful, lush look, or be adventurous and combine with contrasting begonias.
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Cintho Alfa
M6151
The show-stopping blooms of Crinum ‘Cintho Alfa’ boast large, pure white petals, each marked with a bold, central stripe of magenta. In addition to the splendid sight of these magnificent flowers, Crinum will pervade your garden with a powerful, aromatic sweet scent. A joyous extravaganza for your late summer and autumn display, this impressive variety is long-lived and easy to grow. Given a sheltered, sunny position and a thorough mulching in the autumn, these South African natives will return triumphantly each year. The tall, sturdy stems and fragrant blooms make glorious cut flowers.
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Autumnalis
M6211
All the delight of a Pina Colada, encapsulated in a plant! Eucomis ‘Autumnalis’ is otherwise known as the ‘Pineapple Flower’ and is characterised by its crown of bracts resembling the top of a pineapple. Sturdy spikes of pure white buds open progressively, unfurling into star-shaped blooms with glittering anthers. Hailing from South Africa, this tender perennial will add tropical panache to your beds, borders, and containers in the summer months. Simply overwinter indoors to provide protection from cold snaps and waterlogging. Boasting an RHS Award of Garden Merit, you can be sure your Eucomis ‘Autumnalis’ will be strong and robust.
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Griffithii
M6032
Curious visitors to your garden will be amazed by the incredible sight of Arisaema ‘Griffithii’ – this extraordinary plant will become an immediate talking point. Otherwise known as the ‘Cobra Lily’, the hooded shoots of Arisaema extend, curl back on themselves and reveal a spiked tongue – looking exactly like a cobra, ready to strike. Fascinating not only in form, but also in design, this variety is heavily veined and dappled with mesmerising maroon and green markings. Arisaema Griffithii’ makes a dramatic addition to a cool, shady position in moist, hummus-rich soil.
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Date
D4241
Chocolate-bronze foliage with apricot blooms, is a match made in heaven when seen on Dahlia ‘Happy Single Date’. The colour mix is perfect for taking your garden from mid-summer, through to the end of autumn, blending well with both summery pastels, and rich autumnal tones.
The single daisy-like flowers feature soft peach petals which deepen to a ring of orange-red around a pollen-rich centre.
Expect a long season of glorious blooms which provide the perfect landing-pad for pollinators and make wonderful cut flowers.
Great for large, bold feature pots and for planting in mixed borders with shrubs and grasses.
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Candicans
M6221
The graceful pillars of Galtonia ‘Candicans’ extend skywards like a magnificent Cathedral spire, giving this bloom its common name of ‘Spire Lily’. ‘Candicans’ is derived from the Latin meaning ‘shining white’ and the long stems live up to their name, gleaming with pearly, bell-shaped flowers. Radiating a light scent, Galtonia is packed with sweet nectar, proving irresistible to pollinators. Native to South Africa, these bulbs are nonetheless hardy and robust, thriving in container displays and naturalising amongst borders and lawns. The RHS has presented this variety with a coveted Award of Garden Merit, proving its excellent performance and reliability.
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Bantling
D4200
Strong stems and neat, compact blooms make vibrant orange dahlia ‘Bantling’ excellent as a cut flower.
The audacious blooms flower prolifically from July until late autumn, taking the garden through several months of colour.
Dark green foliage sets of the petite, glowing pompons beautifully.
Plant in a border or large container with vivacious purples and deep reds for an eye-catching show. Pick the flowers, and deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering.
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Espresso
G4537
A chic and sophisticated gladioli – ‘Espresso’ produces tall stems of velvet burgundy blooms to bring architectural drama to the summer border.
For fabulous contrast, grow this almost-black gladioli next to zingy green, frothy alchemilla mollis or euphorbia.
Stagger your planting in spring to extend the flowering season and ensure a steam of luxurious blooms between July and September.
Lift the corms when the foliage has died back in late autumn and store in a frost-free place ready to plant again next spring.
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Camelia, Pink & White Double Mix
B3507
A pretty duo of ruffled begonias for filling summer pots and baskets. The double begonias in this bountiful mix resemble rosette-like camellia flowers.
Blooming endlessly from May to September, in soft shades of rose-pink and fresh, crystal white.
Begonias thrive in soil enriched with leaf-mould, in a spot in light shade.
An excellent choice for creating eye-catching, floriferous hanging baskets and glamorous garden pots, spilling over with colour. A bed of lush, serrated green foliage provides a perfect backdrop for the froth of flowers.
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Callianthus Murielae
M6231
The sleek, understated sister of Gladioli, Acidanthera ‘Callianthus Murialae’ oozes elegance and refinement. Shapely white petals encircle a star-shaped maroon centre, and the blooms are skirted by long, lithe leaves. In addition to stylish form, ‘Callianthus Murialae’ is enveloped in a cloud of captivating fragrance, with a heady, tantalising scent. Acidanthera make superb cut flowers to be savoured in your home as well as your garden, bringing their grace and exquisite perfume to your floral arrangements. Despite a delicate appearance, this variety proves remarkably resilient and reliable, and has thus been granted a prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit.
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Anastasia
M7500
Amarine ‘Anastasia’ is perfect for bringing a welcome pop of colour to the garden in autumn. Rich rose-pink flowers are produced in clusters at the top of long, slender stems.
Elegant and alluring Amarines are a cross between Nerines and Amaryllis and are suitable for sunny borders and containers.
The flowers look a little like lilies, with long stamens and delicate recurved petals. They make exceptional cut flowers. Dotted along the centre of a table in slim vases, Amarines create a spectacular, simple tablescape.
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Arabian Night
D4022
A profuse bloomer, dahlia ‘Arabian Night’ bears masses of deep maroon flowers from July until first frosts, atop tall, straight stems.
Depending on the light and time of year, the velvety petals range from almost-black, to crimson-red with a glowing magenta wash.
Deadhead spent flowers, or better still, pick the stems to enjoy as cut flowers and you will promote new buds to form continuously through the season.
Looks fabulous in a border with airy sanguisorba and jewel-toned dahlias at a variety of heights.
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Floristan Alba
M6511
With plumes of pure white, fluffy blooms like tufted goose down, Liatris ‘Floristan Alba’ is also fittingly known as ‘Gayfeather’. The tower of tiny, starry blooms with elongated wispy petals gives these plants a soft, fuzzy appearance when viewed from afar. Opening from the top of the stem downwards like a bottlebrush, this variety adds tactile texture to your late summer display. The tall spires lend vertical interest and will punctuate your borders with expressive exclamation marks. Exceptionally hardy and drought resistant, this North American native is a reliable perennial performer.
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8 Top-Size Container Dahlia Tubers 61% Offer
CAM13
A joyous “Good Day” to you, and welcome to another of de Jager’s popular offers. This summer imagine your patio and balcony alive with the vibrant colours of stunning dahlias.
Our selection of container dahlias are designed for you to appreciate the simple pleasures of gardening, right within arm's reach .
8 Top-size Container Dahlia Tubers, catalogue price £51.15 including postage, at an incredible bargain price of £19.99 with FREE P&P. 61% discount (whilst stocks last). Obviously, a fantastic deal. As a plant lover please do not miss out.
You are going to receive:
2 x top-quality Hartenass Dahlia tubers.
The Hartenaas dahlia captures hearts with delicate, waterlily-like blooms. This variety showcases petals in shades of soft pink and creamy white, creating a dreamy, ethereal effect in the garden. A highly sought-after choice for both garden displays and refined floral arrangements.
2 x top-quality Melody-Bolero Dahlia tubers.
The Melody-Bolero dahlia sings with vibrant hues of hot red, generating a visual opus in your garden. The striking colour and pompon blooms make this attractive to both gardeners and pollinators. Perfect for adding a splash of passion and energy. Clearly a desirable choice if you are looking to brighten up outdoors, and indoors, with lively, eye-catching flowers.
2 x top-quality Alstergrusse Dahlia tubers.
Truly, a gardener's delight which flaunts enchanting marmalade hued petals, radiating warmth and elegance. The robust blooms and captivating colour make this highly suitable for bouquets and for luminous garden displays. A real charmer,
2 x top-quality Dahlia Sneezy tubers.
'Sneezy' provides a lovely spectacle with pure white, single flowers exuding style and simplicity. The pristine petals surrounding a vibrant yellow centre, creates a contrast which catches the eye. With beauty and unassuming charm, ‘Sneezy’ adds a touch of serene sophistication to your gardens. 'Sneezy' is a cherished choice among dahlia lovers.
8 Top-size Container Dahlia Tubers, catalogue price £51.15 including postage, at an incredible bargain price of £19.99 with FREE P&P. 61% discount (whilst stocks last).
Perhaps now is the time to consider adding dahlias to your container garden. These flowers, known for their bright colours and full blooms, fit perfectly in pots and bring a special touch to your home and garden. Even with limited room, you can enjoy their beauty up close on your patio or balcony.
"To nurture a dahlia is to cultivate joy itself, watching as each flower unfurls like a smile spreading across nature's face."
When you choose these superb dahlias, you bring the exquisite into your daily life, because you now have a wonderful garden on your doorstep. This is gardening simplified, and beauty magnified.
As this is one of our biggest discounts, I do hope you choose to take advantage of this offer…as a loyal customer you deserve it.
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Park Princess
D4106
Cactus dahlia ‘Park Princess’ adds a soft and feminine flourish to pots and borders in summer, with upward-facing, urchin-like pink blooms.
From July until October, dahlias famously bloom with vigour, thriving in rich soil and full sun.
Long and pointed, rolled petals of rose-pink make up the extraordinary large blooms of this stunning dahlia. The astounding flowerheads appear opalescent as petals fade to almost-white.
As a bedding dahlia plant, compact ‘Park Princess’ is ideal for container planting, and for embellishing the front to middle of the garden border.
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Aurea
M7100
Lycoris ‘Aurea’ is referred to by a multitude of delightful names – Surprise Lily, Spider Lily, Hurricane Lily, and Naked Lily – all indicating the remarkable appearance of this striking plant. The showy umbels of golden blooms are embellished with exuberant, curling petals and protruding, wispy stamens. Ribbon-like foliage emerges only after the blooms have faded, allowing the flowers to shine unrivalled atop long, bare stems. Perfect for adding pizazz to your autumn display, ‘Aurea’ makes a spectacular addition to patio containers. A member of the Amaryllis family, simply overwinter these tender bulbs indoors or grow in the conservatory all year round.
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Avignon
D4047
The huge, blowsy flowerheads of dahlia ‘Avignon’, add architectural magnificence to the garden when in bloom from July, until the first frosts.
The sheer size of these breath-taking blooms is enough to make you stop in your tracks. Take a peek up-close to marvel at the unique, marbled markings of the mulberry-splashed, white petals.
This distinct dahlia is impressive as a focal plant in the garden and makes for an interesting cut flower. Just one or two of these speckled blooms will add a touch of elegant flamboyance to a seasonal floral display.
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Honka Fragile
D4493
An ethereal beauty, ‘Honka Fragile’ is an award-winning dahlia, having been granted a prestigious Award of Garden Merit by the RHS. When you see the exceptional beauty of the incredible flowers, it is easy to see why it holds such an accolade.
Each bee-friendly bloom consists of a golden, pollen-rich heart centred within 8 perfect, raspberry edged, ivory petals.
The elegant, star-shaped blooms hold a delicate scent and make beautiful cut flowers.
Looks brilliant in the herbaceous border with soft, feathery grasses.
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Bowdenii
M6531
The ultimate autumnal jewel for perking up flagging borders, Nerine Bowdenii will steal the show from September to October. The warming, magenta pink flowers are overlaid with a glinting, iridescent sheen. Held in clusters on long, fine stems, each delicate bloom features slim, reflexed petals with finely crimped edges. Native to South Africa, Nerines enjoy basking in full sun, planted in well-drained soil. This much-loved variety is the hardiest of all and has earned an RHS Award of Garden Merit for vigour and reliability. Snip a few stems to enjoy indoors just as other garden blooms are becoming scarce.
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Formosana
M6661
Despite its petite stature, the miniature orchid Pleione ‘Formosana’ bears astoundingly showy, eye-catching blooms. With all the exotic appeal of a full-sized orchid, this variety exhibits an ivory, freckled trumpet with a finely frilled edge. The crown is surrounded by a halo of slender, dusky pink petals. This frost-hardy perennial pseudobulb will flourish in a sheltered, lightly shaded position on sharply drained soil. The reliable performance of ‘Formosana’ has earned this plant a coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit. Also known as the ‘windowsill Orchid’, the blooms also make superb specimens for indoor containers, where their intricate features can be admired up close.
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Yellow & White Mix
B3576
Our begonia fimbriata 'Yellow and White Mix' captures the lively hues of spring and extends their freshness across the seasons. Like the first days of spring, blending sunshine warmth with a crisp purity, this combination of yellow and white is instantly invigorating. These Begonias are smothered with blooms from May to September, prolonging their energising effect into the golden days of autumn. Each petal is delicately frilled, adding a subtly feathered effect. Ideal for enlivening your container and bedding displays, begonias cannot fail to lift the spirits.
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Pink
D4300
Dahlia ‘Topmix Pink’ is a sweet, petite dahlia, bearing masses of single pink blooms from July to October.
The pollinator-friendly, daisy-like flowers bloom on strong, dark stems rising from a bed of attractive green foliage. Deadhead spent blooms on a regular basis to promote the formation of new buds.
With a neat and compact habit, Topmix dahlias are perfect for growing in containers, or at the forefront of garden borders.
Combine with taller dahlias such as the orange pompons of ‘Bantling’, for a contrast in shape and colour.
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Fire Cracker
G1000
A beacon of scorching scarlet blooms, gladioli ‘Fire Cracker’ will set your summer garden ablaze with colour. The fire-engine red flowers are ideal for planting alongside other ‘hot' hues, and for igniting rich, dark palettes. Reaching a height of up to 100cm, the spires resemble glowing torches amongst borders and containers, radiating warmth and illuminating their surroundings. The gently ruffled petals further enhance the appearance of flickering flames. Gladioli are renowned as outstanding cut flowers, and even just a few of these magnificent stems will create an impressive arrangement. Flowering from July to September, these radiant blooms deliver a sizzling display, no matter the weather.
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Nablus
G1001
Gladioli ‘Nablus’ flaunts flowers of a rich, imperial purple like the wrapper of a Dairy Milk bar, with splashes of milky white at the throat. The generous blooms sport wavy, ruffled petals, adding extra curvaceousness to their form. Borne on sturdy stems of up to 90cm, this robust variety makes a wonderful addition to container displays and herbaceous borders. Gladioli are a florists’ favourite, and ‘Nablus’ is highly valued for arrangements thanks to its intense colour and elegant height. To prolong the flowering window, we recommend staggering plantings every two weeks throughout spring, and you will be rewarded by graceful blooms from July to September.
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Orangerie
G1002
The pale apricot blooms of gladiolus ‘Orangerie’ are like the soft light streaming through a glasshouse window. Reminiscent of ripe, sun-kissed fruits and golden afternoons, the luminous, gently ruffled petals will bring warmth and rejuvenation to your garden. These sturdy flower spikes reach a height of 100cm, providing a welcome vertical accent to borders and container displays. Plant every few weeks throughout spring for a succession of summer colour from July to September. Scatter plenty of spares for picking, as these graceful spires make exceptional cut flowers, lasting well over a week in water.
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Rik's Frizzle
G1003
Gladioli ‘Rik’s Frizzle’ sports glamorous, salmon-coral blooms with a creamy white throat. The ‘frizzle’ varieties boast extraordinary, ruffled petals, adding a delightfully frilly texture. Soaring to a statuesque height of 120cm, the vertical silhouette is striking amongst borders of contrasting shapes, such as airy gaura, voluptuous dahlias, and low-growing geraniums. Gladioli are amongst the most popular flowers for cutting, and it will be hard to resist snipping these stems to enjoy indoors. The gorgeous pink, rumpled petals are even better when viewed up close, gradually unfurling in the vase.
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Tarantella
G1004
The spotless flowers of gladioli ‘Tarantella’ resemble crisp, freshly laundered linen, hanging out on the line in the sunshine. The pristine petals are neatly pleated, like immaculately pressed folds. Bright white blooms reflect the light and create a feeling of freshness and elegance against lush green foliage. With columns of blooms rising to 100cm, the structural, upright form will bring a vertical focal point to borders and container displays. Snip stems just as the lower buds open for long-lasting and sophisticated floral arrangements and bouquets. Plant a handful of corms every few weeks in spring for a staggered spectacle throughout the summer months.
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City of Portland
M6119
Boasting architectural foliage and flamboyant flowers, Canna ‘City of Portland’ is an exotic showstopper bursting with dramatic flair. Every aspect of this remarkable plant offers stunning ornamental interest – from the loose, ruffled waves of salmon pink petals borne on soaring spires, to the enormous, lush green leaves tinted with burgundy. Cannas make an impressive focal point for a summer border where they will immediately transform your garden into a tropical oasis. These tender perennials are also spectacular specimens for containers, so they can be moved easily into a sheltered location for the winter.
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Happy Carmen
M6126
Canna ‘Happy Carmen’ is part of the ‘Happy’ series, enthusiastically spreading joy and cheer in your garden. Growing to a height of 50cm, this variety has been hybridised to produce large flowers on a smaller footprint. You can enjoy all the dramatic flair of cannas on a more compact plant, making it suitable for confined spaces and containers. Sporting vibrant scarlet blooms held on sturdy stems, the red petals are complemented by lush, verdant foliage, with broad, ribbed leaves. Flowering from July to October, these tender perennials make a spectacular statement throughout the summer and autumn months.
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Happy Emily
M6127
Plant canna ‘Happy Emily’ to be transported to a tropical island from the comfort of your own garden. The golden yellow blooms speckled with orange suggest the sunshine of warmer climes, even on a grey day. Large, paddle-shaped, bright green foliage brings a fresh, lush feel. Happy by name and happy by nature, these compact plants are laden with flowers from July to October. Specially bred to provide all the splendour of cannas with more petite proportions, this variety reaches 50cm in height. ‘Happy Emily’ is ideal for enhancing patio displays, containers and smaller spaces.
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Yellow & White Mix
G4904
Combining the golden warmth of sunshine and the silvery glow of moonlight, our ‘Green and White Gladioli Mix’ shines radiantly, day or night. Flowering from July to September, gladioli are invaluable for adding structure to the garden, punctuating borders with their spires of blooms. These tall towers are cut-flower classics, lasting exceptionally well in the vase and bringing height to floral arrangements. Cut just as one or two blooms unfurl at the base – then watch as the remaining flowers open in sequence all the way to the top.
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Bestseller
M6406
Hemerocallis Bestseller.
Violet-mauve flowers, the petals have creamy-yellow ruffled edges and a greenish centre.
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Bertini
B3551
Create bountiful summer baskets and containers with sensational begonia ‘Bertini’. This productive and colourful begonia will produce an abundance of gleaming, pendulous blooms in blazing, orange-red shades.
Rich, dark-green foliage enhances the look of this spectacular begonia, making the fiery flowers appear to burn even more brightly. Particularly attractive in dappled shade where begonias thrive in humus-rich soil.
Expect this vibrant and vivacious begonia to boldly bloom from May until September.
Plant several corms in a large pot for a showstopping display or grow to tumble over the sides of a mixed container.
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Berliner Kleene
D4017
A new, dwarf dahlia, perfect for summer pots. ‘Berliner Kleene’ bears masses of rose-pink, waterlily blooms, from midsummer into autumn.
A profusion of pretty flowers will continue to pour out from this compact plant - simply keep on top of watering, feeding, and deadhead spent flowerheads as you notice them.
Best grown near the front of a garden border, or in a large container where the blooms will glisten. Combine with textural grasses and tall, airy stems which can grow up through the foliage for added interest and movement.
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Tuberosa The Pearl
M6651
Polianthes Tuberosa ‘The Pearl’ will stop you in your tracks before you even see the blooms. Its luxurious heady, sweetly spiced perfume hovers in the air, pervading your home and garden. In addition to incredible scent, this variety brings ineffable beauty, with spires of double, waxen flowers shining like precious pearls. Often referred to as the world’s ‘most scented’ bulb, Polianthes makes a superlative cut flower, acting as a natural air freshener. Ideal for growing in greenhouses, conservatories, and sunny patio planters in the summer, ‘The Pearl’ has been granted an RHS Award of Garden Merit as testament to its reliability.
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Bull's Pride
D4633
With luxurious flowers of alabaster white, dahlia ‘Bull’s Pride’ looks as though it has been carved from marble. The enormous, decorative, dinner-plate sized blooms burst forth throughout the summer until the first frosts. Arrayed with layers of chiselled petals, the serene flowers sparkle in the sunlight and glow in the moonlight. Standing tall like a botanical statue, this dahlia radiates timeless beauty, bringing sophistication and grace to your beds and borders. Snip stems all season long to create exquisite floral arrangements to adorn your home. ‘Bull’s Pride’ is a botanical masterpiece, sculpted by nature’s hand.
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Multiflorus
M6751
Otherwise known as the ‘Fireball Lily’, Scadoxus ‘Multiflorus’ puts on a spectacular firework display for shady areas of your garden. Scarlet red, starry blooms culminate in long, golden anthers reminiscent of a sparkler. Each large, spherical flower head is held on a thick, sturdy stem atop lush foliage. Native to woodland areas of tropical Africa, Scadoxus thrives in moist, well-drained soil in a shaded position. Lift bulbs in the autumn to protect from winter wet and frosts, ready to replant in spring for an even better performance the following season. ‘Multiflora’ has been granted an RHS Award of Garden Merit for outstanding, reliable performance.
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Happy Julia
M6128
Effortlessly transform your garden into a jungle oasis with the finery of canna ‘Happy Julia’. This variety boasts beautiful bronze-green foliage, offering superb ornamental interest even before the buds unfurl. Flowering from July to October, the billowing blooms of salmon-orange will further ignite your summer and autumn display. The ‘Happy’ series has been hybridised to create a perfectly proportioned, bantam variety of canna. ‘Happy Julia’ reaches a height of 50cm, bringing intense colour to containers, patio displays and petite spaces. This vigorous tender perennial will soon steal the limelight with the blazing brilliance of its vibrant flowers and luxuriant foliage.
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Fabula
D4906
Vibrant plum petals with faded edges, a circlet of tiny white petals and a rich golden heart create the perfectly formed, elegant blooms of collarette dahlia ‘Fabula’.
The classic beauty of this compact dahlia may be enjoyed up close, as they make brilliant container plants, blooming over a lengthy period from July until at least October.
Brilliant in pots and planted near the front of a garden border next to other purple or orange-toned dahlias, ornamental grasses and colourful bedding plants.