Plant Focus

A guide to species and cultivars of genera, with supplier's tips.

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Ceratostigma

This vibrant shrub provides unusual late-summer colour and rich autumnal foliage, says Miranda Kimberley.

 

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Callicarpa

Its brightly-coloured berries make this plant a truly memorable genus, says Miranda Kimberley.

 

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Tricyrtis

Exotic and eye-catching, Tricyrtis provide late season interest for tricky spots, says Miranda Kimberley.

 

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Callistemon

The Australian genus features striking flowers with large, showy stamens, says Bethan Norris.

 

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Hibiscus

The genus varies from hardy to delicate plants, which attracts a range of customers, says Miranda Kimberley.

 

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Symphytum

The comfrey family has many uses and the plants need very little looking after, says Miranda Kimberley.

 

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Cosmos

Annual and perennial Cosmos have a short shelf life but a high turnover, Miranda Kimberley finds.

 

Retail Plant Focus

Science into practice - Sustainable control of powdery mildew

Powdery mildew commonly affects woody and herbaceous perennial ornamentals and can render them unsaleable. Some species are affected virtually every...

 

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Physocarpus

These deciduous shrubs are well-known but infrequently used in gardens, says Miranda Kimberley.

 

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Argyranthemum

These half-hardy plants will brighten up summer borders and patios, says Miranda Kimberley.

 
 

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