Clusters of small, star-shaped white flowers in mid-summer and bamboo-like leaves, turning fabulous shades of red in autumn. This dwarf form of heavenly bamboo is perfect where border space is limited. Best in a sunny, sheltered site, the fiery autumn foliage and long-lasting fruits provide interest in the winter garden.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: July Flower colour: whiteOther features: the flowers are often followed by clusters of scarlet fruits; attractive autumn foliageHardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection)Garden care: In mid- or late spring lightly cut back any shoots that spoil the symmetry of the plantGoes well with: Cotoneaster horizontalis, Myrtus communis subspecies tarentina...

Large, trumpet-shaped, bright blue flowers that are 8cm (3in) across from late summer to mid-autumn and attractive 3-lobed, dark green leaves. This deciduous shrub has an exotic feel to it but is just at home in a herbaceous border as it is in a tropical-style garden. It is best planted in the sunniest spot in the garden as it does need a long, hot summer to flower well.Position: full sunSoil: humus-rich, moist but well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: August to OctoberFlower colour: bright blueHardiness: fully hardyGarden damage: Little or no pruning is needed except to remove dead or diseased branches in late winter or early spring.

In colder areas, shrubs might need a winter mulch

Spectacular, grey-green to steely blue-grey leaves up to 50cm (20in) long and spikes of brownish-crimson to deep brick-red flowers. This architectural shrub is an ideal specimen plant for a sunny, exotic-style garden in warmer areas of the country. To minimise the risk of frost-damage it's important to provide a dry, winter mulch.Position: full sunSoil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: May to July Flower colour: brownish-crimson to deep brick red flowers (on mature plants)Hardiness: half hardyGarden care: Water frequently and apply a balanced, liquid fertiliser each month during the growing season.

Protect specimens grown outdoors with a dry winter mulch of straw or bracken. In early spring cut back the stems...

Large trusses of fully double, lightly fragrant, apricot-yellow to ivory flowers from July to September and dark green leaves. This sturdy, repeat-flowering shrub rose is perfect for a sunny mixed or shrub border. To fully appreciate the gorgeous, tea rose-scent chose a site close to an entrance or path with fertile, moist, well-drained soil.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: apricot-yellow to ivoryOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Before planting shorten thick roots to 25cm (10in) and reduce top-growth to an outward-facing bud 8-15cm (3-6in) above ground-level.

Plant during a frost-free spell, incorporating well-rotted organic matter and a...

Fiery, fully double, coppery-orange flowers from July to September and masses of glossy, dark green leaves. This award-winning, bush rose is perfect for a sunny border with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Vigorous and disease resistant, the handsome, high-centred, slightly fragrant blooms make excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: coppery-orangeOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Before planting shorten thick roots to 25cm (10in) and reduce top-growth to an outward-facing bud 8-15cm (3-6in) above ground-level.

Plant during a frost-free spell, incorporating well-rotted organic matter and a balanced fertiliser into the...

Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: September to OctoberHardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection in cold areas)A handsome, tropical-looking, evergreen shrub that's deservedly popular. It has huge, glossy, deep green palmate leaves and in autumn, produces showy panicles of spherical, creamy white flowers, which are often followed by round, black fruit. Try it in an exotic-style garden, where the large leaves team well with bamboos and grasses, or as a focial point for a shady corner.

Garden care: Prune lightly in mid to late spring, trimming shoots that spoil the symmetry. Protect plants from cold, drying winds.

Encourage aphid-eating ladybirds to set up home in your garden by providing the perfect place for them to overwinter. They'll then be in the right place to tackle early colonies of the pest before any real damage is done. The hotel is made from pine with a pitched, galvanized zinc-clad roof.

Size: 23x18x10cm.

A stunning variety with large, saucer-shaped flowers from dark purple to almost blue-black from late winter to early spring. This lenten rose is grown from seed so colour variations may occur. Plant it in heavy, neutral to alkaline soil where it can spread to make a lovely groundcover in dappled shade.Position: partial shadeSoil: heavy, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: February to April Flower colour: dark purple to blue-blackOther features: all parts of the plant cause severe discomfort if ingested; the sap may cause skin irritationHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Add lots of well-rotted leaf mould or organic matter to the planting hole.

Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted organic matter around the base of the plant in autumn and provide...

Triple-action lawn food with weed killers and moss control. Develops a richer greener lawn, killing weeds and moss at the same time. Can be applied by hand or with a spreader, and works within days.

Contains MCPA mecoprop-P and ferrous sulphate, N14:P2:K4. 3.5kgs will cover 100 sq m.

Wash away the days grime with this lightly scented shower gel with barley extract. A perfect companion to the wild rose body lotion. Ideal for either bath or shower this Eglantine rose scented gel makes a rich lather which is full of skin soothing emollients.

Soothe body and mind with the delicate smell of wild roses and summer days.