Daboecia to Dryopteris

Delphinium zalil

Delphinium 'Yellow Delphinium'

Not all delphiniums are blue! Originating from Siberia, this rare species produces yellow flowering spikes in the late summer following sowing. It is a short-lived perennial and looks great in a vase indoors as well as at the back of the border,...

Delphinium cultorum 'Pacific Giants'

Delphinium Pacific Giants

Easy to grow. The best strain in hardy, perennial Delphiniums. Large double and semi double florets on strong massive spikes. Vigorous sturdy growth, very tall and elegant in a superb range of colours. A truly spectacular cottage garden...

Delphinium elatum 'Blue Fountains'

Delphinium 'Blue Fountains'

Wonderful traditional delphiniums in a smaller size! Ideal where space in the garden is limited and where wind can damage taller types, they require no staking. Beautiful shades of blue and white with contrasting centres.

Delphinium elatum 'Magic Fountains Mix'

Delphinium 'Magic Fountains Mix'

(Dwarf) Not the extra-tall one, but tall enough to be very showy, yet much more manageable in the home garden and less apt to require staking. A favorite old-fashioned flower refined. Gorgeous spikes in jewel-like shades of blue, lavender and...

Delphinium grandiflorum 'Butterfly Mix'

Delphinium 'Butterfly Mix'

Flowering in the first year from an early sowing, the informal branching spikes carry enchanting elfs-cap shaped flowers. Often grown as an annual. Height 16in (40cm).

Delphinium grandiflorum 'Summer Blues'

Delphinium 'Summer Blues'

Attractive, petite plants, covered in a blanket of delightful, sky-blue flowers. First year flowering, over a long period makes these unique dwarf plants perfect for the front of borders or containers. Height 15in (38cm).

Delphinium 'New Century'

Delphinium 'New Century'

A fine variety good for cutting and border with a colour range from white, azure, royal blue, deep blue and lilac, often with white or black centre. The florets are well spaced and heads are intermediate between the Pacific types and the...

Delphinium x cultorum 'Magic Fountains The Blues'

Delphinium 'Magic Fountains The Blues'

Flowering in the first year from an early sowing and then year after year, with captivating spires of densely packed blooms and a dwarf habit, they do not require staking or tying. Height 90cm (3ft); spread 45cm (18in).

Dianthus caryophyllus 'Swiss Hanging'

Carnation 'Swiss Hanging'

If you've enjoyed the extraordinary flower boxes and hnging baskets of the Swiss Alps, you'll love this selection, chosen from amng the favourite windowbox types. Flowers summer to autumn. Perennial in Zone 8.

Dianthus caryophyllus 'Triumph Mix'

Carnation 'Triumph Mix'

This double and semi-double mix of many colours will produce a superb display year after year. The blooms are nicely scented and the plants are particularly hardy. Height 24in (60cm); spread 12in (30cm)

Dianthus chinensis Heddewigii 'Ruffles'

Pinks 'Ruffles'

This mixture of semi-double blooms in a good range of soft shades is delightful in borders and is equally good for cutting. No garden is complete without some pinks! Height 16in (40cm); spread 8in (20cm).

Dianthus deltoides 'Arctic Fire'

Dianthus Arctic Fire (Maiden Pinks)

An attractive, mat-forming perennial bearing tiny green leaves and numerous white flowers with a glowing red eye. It will bloom over a long period.

Prefers light, sandy well-drained slightly alkaline soil and full sun.

Dianthus deltoides hybrida 'Brilliancy'

Dianthus 'Brilliancy'

A truly multi-purpose plant! Blooms non-stop from early summer to fall, covering the ground with a rich, stormy, dazzling scarlet. Ideal ground cover or cascading plant for rock gardens, borders and walls. Virtually evergreen. Height 6in...

Dianthus deltoides 'Siberian Blue'

Dianthus Siberian Blue; Maiden Pinks

A late-flowering Dianthus bearing indigo flowers.

Dianthus plumarius 'Cottagers Mixture'

Pinks 'Cottagers Mixture'

These old fashioned pinks, with their heady perfume, will delight you in early summer for many years. The double and semi-double blooms are long lasting cut flowers. Height 12in (30cm); spread 12in (30cm).

Dianthus plumarius 'Ipswich Pinks'

Dianthus 'Ipswich Pinks'

Ipswich Pinks were made famous by Joseph Sangster, the breeder and propiretor of Thompson & Morgan from 1913-52. They create a solid mass of colour in pinks, reds, bicolours and white, above blue foliage that is close and tightly knit. Ground...

Dianthus plumarius 'Sweetness'

Dianthus; Pinks 'Sweetness'

Aptly named, Sweetness is deliciously scented, even in the daytime. In shades of pink, rose, carmine and white. It's ideal for bedding, or in patio containers near the house and will flower in its first year if sown early. Height 4-6in...

Dianthus sp. 'Russian Skies'

Dianthus sp. 'Russian Skies'

Attractive, Sweet William like habit with delightful, rich and unusual, deep glowing amethyst flowers, borne on red tinged stems above mounds of blue green foliage. First year flowering and easy to grow in borders and containers. Height...

Digitalis 'Camelot Rose F1'

Foxglove 'Camelot Rose F1'

The first F1 hybrid foxglove, it forms a rich carousel of colour as the speckled, jewel-like blooms open all around the stout stems, giving more impact than ever before. Ideal for shady beds and borders. First year flowering. Height 3-4ft...

Digitalis purpurea 'Excelsior Mix'

Foxglove 'Excelsior Mix'

Tall spires of familiar flowers, this variety has more colours than the wild form: soft red, rosy purple, pink and cream shades are darker also. It likes rich soils in part to full shade, and will grow over 1m (3 ft). Start indoors or directly...