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Fuchsia Boliviana

Growing Fuchsia boliviana in the UK can be a bit more challenging due to the cooler climate. However, with the right care and attention,...

Alstroemeria ‘Indian Summer’

Alstroemeria ‘Indian Summer’ is a beautiful perennial plant that produces vibrant orange flowers. Here are some general guidelines to help you grow and care...

Lonicera × brownii ‘Dropmore Scarlet’

In the world of gardening, few plants capture the imagination quite like the Lonicera × brownii ‘Dropmore Scarlet’. Its fiery blooms and vigorous growth...

Amaranthus

Amaranthus, commonly known as amaranth, is a vibrant and versatile plant that can add a dramatic flair to your UK tropical garden. Known for...

Tithonia rotundifolia

If you are looking for a tall dazzler then Tithonia rotundifolia might be for you. This orange whopper grows to a height of about...

Persian Shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus)

Growing Persian Shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus) outdoors in the UK can be a bit challenging due to the country’s temperate climate, especially in more northern...

Cuphea ignea, cigar plant

Cuphea ignea, commonly known as the cigar plant or firecracker plant, is a tropical flowering shrub that produces tubular, red-orange flowers that resemble a...

Lantana

Lantana is generally considered to be a tender perennial in the UK, meaning it is not fully hardy and cannot withstand severe frost. It...

Best Plants For Foliage

How to Grow Acanthus ‘Morning’s Candle’

Acanthus ‘Morning’s Candle’, commonly known as Bear’s Breeches, is a striking perennial plant that adds architectural elegance to any garden. With its tall flower...

How to Grow Ligularia przewalskii

Ligularia przewalskii, commonly known as Przewalski’s golden ray, is a striking perennial plant renowned for its dramatic foliage and tall, yellow flower spikes. Native...

Actaea simplex ‘pink spike’

Actaea simplex ‘Pink Spike’, commonly known as Pink Spike bugbane or Pink Spike cohosh, is a beautiful perennial plant that produces tall spikes of...

Ensete ventricosum ‘Hiniba’

Ensete ventricosum â€˜Hiniba’ is a rare and striking cultivar of the Abyssinian banana. It is distinguished by its deep blue-green, waxy leaves and rapid growth,...

Cyathea cooperi

Cyathea cooperi, commonly known as the Australian Tree Fern, is a stunning fern that can add a touch of tropical elegance to your garden...

Coniogramme emeiensis ‘golden zebra’

Coniogramme emeiensis ‘Golden Zebra’ is a cultivar of the Korean Goldband Fern that has striking golden-yellow variegation on its fronds. Growing ‘Golden Zebra’ is...

Tradescantia fluminensis ‘maiden’s blush’

Tradescantia fluminensis ‘Maiden’s Blush’ is a beautiful and popular houseplant known for its colorful foliage and trailing growth habit. Here’s a guide to help...

Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus)

Cardoons (Cynara cardunculus) can be relatively easy to grow, especially if you have some gardening experience and the right conditions. Cardoons come in several...

Ensete ventricosum ‘maurelii’

No exotic garden would be complete nowadays if it didn’t contain an Ensete Maurelii. The massive paddle leaves of glossy luminous green and purple...

Colocasia ‘Black Coral’

Colocasia ‘Black Coral’ and similar varieties, also known as elephant ears, can be a bit more challenging to grow in the UK due to...

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Pteris Umbrosa

Pteris umbrosa, commonly known as the jungle brake or Australian brake fern, is a strikingly elegant fern native to the rainforests of Eastern Australia....

Rodgersia podophylla ‘Crûg’s Colossus’

Rodgersia podophylla ‘Crûg’s Colossus’ is a spectacular perennial known for its bold, architectural foliage and creamy white flowers. Native to East Asia, this variety...

Arisaema consanguineum

Arisaema consanguineum, also known as the Cobra Lily, is an exotic and intriguing plant that can add a dramatic touch to any UK garden....

How to grow Rodgersia podophylla ‘Braunlaub’

Rodgersia podophylla ‘Braunlaub’ is a striking perennial known for its bold, palmate leaves and creamy white flower clusters. Native to East Asia, this plant...

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