Tall spires of starry white flowers float on strong stems above attractive, grey-green leaves in early and midsummer. This great clump-forming perennial is one of the best loosestrifes for the garden and it makes an interesting cut flower too. It flowers best when planted in full sun, but it will tolerate some shade too.

In its natural habitat it is found in meadows near streams where water is readily available, so make sure the soil does not get too dry.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: humus-rich, moist but not waterloggedRate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: whiteOther features: excellent cut flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: To maximise water retention incorporate lots of organic matter when planting. Apply a...

Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: June to SeptemberHardiness: fully hardyTall, branching stems bearing clusters of violet-blue, open, bell-shaped flowers appear from July to September among toothed, mid-green leaves. This tall bellflower is a cottage-garden classic and is perfect towards the back of a mixed or herbaceous border. It's a happy companion for old roses, self-seeds freely, and the flower colour is retained best in partial shade.Garden care: Protect the tender foliage from slugs and deadhead regularly to prolong flowering.

Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost around the base of the plant in spring. Stake with bamboo canes or brushwood in...

Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: August and SeptemberHardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection in cold areas)Arching sprays of bold, tomato-red, funnel-shaped flowers appear in August and September among handsome, pleated, mid-green leaves. This vibrant bulbous perennial is perfect for a mixed or herbaceous border in a sunny, sheltered site or as part of a 'hot' colour scheme.  For maximum impact plant in bold drifts in a sunny, sheltered site with moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil.

They make excellent cut-flowers.Garden care: Resist removing the faded foliage in autumn and cover the crown of the plant with bracken or bark chips to protect the...

A delightful, airy plant with finely divided, lacy-looking, bluish-grey foliage and clusters of pinky-white flowers which look like cow parsley and seem hover on upright, usually branching stems. A native of dry, rough grasslands or stony, limy soils. They are only recently being introduced to the home garden but they are very pretty.Position: full sunSoil: well-drained, preferably limy soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to OctoberFlower colour: pink fading to whiteHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Keep the flowerheads on the plant for as long as possible as they make an interesting feature in a frosty winter garden.

A multi-purpose, strong plant tie on a 5m roll that's kind to the plant as well as your hands. Made from wire covered with a durable, flexible covering, it's quick and easy to use and is ideal for tying up green shoots as well as twiggy ones without damaging the bark.

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Compact form of the popular pincushion flower. Pale blue flowers produced in profusion on wiry stems. Hummocks of grey-green foliage remain tight and tidy making this a useful plant for smaller gardens or containers.

Needs a well-drained soil where it will act as a magnet for bees and butterflies.Position: full sunSoil: well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: June to AugustFlower colour: lavender blueOther features: the flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and bees and make a pretty cut posy.Hardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Protect young plants from slug damage using environmentally friendly slug pellets or beer traps. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering and cut back in autumn to maintain tidy habit and form. It is...

Spikes of funnel-shaped, lavender-blue flowers in July and August above clumps of heart-shaped, puckered, olive-green leaves with irregular white margins. This pretty plaintain lily is ideal for a large container planting or as groundcover for the shady areas under deciduous trees. Provide protection against slug-damage and cold, drying winds.

Position: partial or full shade Soil: fertile, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July and August Flower colour: lavender-blue Hardiness: fully hardyGarden care: You'll get thicker, lusher leaves if you give your hostas a really good feed. An annual mulch in spring or autumn will help to keep the weeds down and is an easy way to improve soil and boost nutrient levels. Add a generous mulch of about 5-10cm (2-4in)...

Dense crimson flower spikes edged violet-blue held proudly on white-dusted stems. This summer flowering primula is perfect for adding a splash of colour at the front of a shady border. Although short lived, mass plantings of the erect flower spikes create a spectacular effect and are especially well suited to formal gardens.Position: partial shadeSoil: moist, humus rich, neutral to acid soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: June to JulyFlower colour: crimson and violet-blueOther features: lance-shaped, mid-green leavesHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Divide large clumps after the plant has flowered, preferably during a wet spell

Lilac-blue flowers in early to mid-summer and aromatic red-purple young leaves maturing to grey-green. Purple sage looks stunning planted next to golden oregano in a sunny herb garden. Freshly chopped leaves can be used to make stuffings, herb tea and sage butter.

A useful and attractive container plant for a sunny site.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: light, fertile, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast Flowering period: May to July Flower colour: lilac-blueOther features: the leaves can be used fresh or dried to make stuffings, herb teas and herb butterHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: To encourage a plentiful supply of young red-purple foliage gather the leaves regularly and prune lightly in July after flowering