Fantastic foliage colour. Arching leaves with bold stripes of red, pink and green mature to a rich burgundy. Showy purple flowerspikes in mid-Summer to Autumn. Half hardy. Also good in pots on patio. Height 90cm. Spread 60cm.
The lavender-blue flowers are 5cm across and resemble a pincushion. They will be on show from June till when the first frosts occur. Attracts butterflies. Height 40cm. Spread 30 cm.
Pincushion Flower Mounds of grey-green foliage contrast beautifully with tall stems of soft-pink flowers from May-October. Height 40 cm. Sunny position, any free-draining soil.
Garden plant for flowerbed in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Will tolerate partial shade. Needs a sheltered spot. Good in beds, borders, coastal and cottage gardens, or in large containers.
This virtually evergreen border plant adds delicate very pale pink flowers, similar to gladioli, to the late autumn garden. Even as late as December. Height 60 cm. Spread 30 cm