We are passionate about Penstemons with their differing forms, colours and uses so we chose to grow more and specialize in the varieties that we offer. For more information about the origins of Penstemons. Penstemon ‘Alice Hindley’ AGM Height 100 cm. Spread 50 cm. Penstemon Apple Blossom This is a medium sized, clump-forming, bushy plant…
Penstemons
Herbs And Medieval Flowers
Welcome to our herb and medieval flowers page. What is an “herb”? It is hard to define what is thought of as an herb as modern day’s limited conception of this term has led to a changing understanding of it, many people believing it to mean a limited range of plants used for culinary or…
Shrubs And Subshrubs
Shrubs and sub-shrubs are the back bone of any garden. They are essential for year round interest, structure and wildlife. Many are evergreen, some offer up magnificent displays of flowers and later berries, interesting foliage and a range of shapes and sizes. This page lists the shrubs and sub-shrubs that we grow here. Aloysia triphylla…
Helianthus annuus Sunflowers
Sunflower butter can be used as an alternative to peanut butter. Sunflowers make excellent cut flowers. Sunflowers are used for reclamation of marshlands, especially in the Netherlands, as their capacity for water absorbing is so good. The sunflower is the national flower of the Ukraine. When burnt the ashes can be used as an alternative…
The Gardening Lunar Cycle
An insight into how we produce our beautiful plants, using the lunar cycle to guide us and help us plan. I have always had an interest in astrology and how the stars and planets can affect us. When we moved to France and started the nursery we looked further into lunar gardening. Working with the moon and…