Athyrium are deciduous ferns with pinnate to tri-pinnate fronds which range from different shades of green to silver. 'Pictum', also known as 'Japanese Painted Fern' is a stunning genus of athyrium.
The leaves of this good groundcover are mottled with red in spring and autumn. Pale yellow showy flowers in the spring. Suitable to plant in a shady area. Height 25 cm. Spread 30 cm.
A lovely geranium with velvety foliage. An ideal plant if you have a problem area. Best planted in groups. The flat white flowers, veined with violet appear in Spring through to summer. Height 25 cm. Spread 30 cm.
A medium high Hosta with pointed foliage. The blue leaves hold their colour well and it produces plenty of lavender flowers in summer. Height 30 cm. Spread 40 cm.
An ornamental, evergreen grass with attractive dark purple to black leaves. Lilac flowers in summer are followed by shiny black fruits. Best grown in rockery. Height 25 cm. Spread 20 cm.
