Author: thegardendeli
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Lawn chamomile
Chamaemelum nobile ‘Treneague’ This variety of chamomile is low-growing with feathery foliage. It is perfect to use for creating a chamomile lawn or seat, which releases a relaxing scent when you touch it. Purpose: use to create an area of scented lawn. Sensory appeal Scent Foliage releases a distinctive scent when walked on Quick facts Height…
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Paperbark maple
Acer griseum A small tree with peeling, papery bark and beautiful autumn colour. Purpose: plant a paperbark maple for dappled shade and autumn colour. The peeling bark gives appealing texture to the trunk and branches. Sensory appeal Sight Papery, chestnut brown bark. Red and orange autumn foliage Touch Textured bark Quick facts Height 8-12m Spread…
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Fox and cubs
Pilosella aurantiaca Easy to grow with bright orange flowers in summer. The leaves are slightly hairy. The flowers attract bees. Purpose: the rich orange flowers stimulate and encourage action. Sensory appeal Sight Bright orange flowers which attract bees to bring movement to the garden Touch Hairy leaves Quick facts Height to 0.4m Spread 0.25m Flower…
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Alpine strawberry
Fragaria vesca A plant that thrives in sun or part shade and produces small strawberries that are full of flavour. Purpose: the plants form an easy to maintain ground cover. Tasty strawberries born from early to late summer. Sensory appeal Sight Rosettes of crinkly leaves and small white flowers Taste Edible fruit in summer Quick…
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Black-eyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta A bright yellow flower with a brown centre. This is an easy to grow plant that flowers from mid-summer right through autumn. Rudbeckia has a long history of medicinal uses. Purpose: brightly coloured flowers boost mood and positive emotions. Sensory appeal Sight Yellow flowers from mid-summer into late autumn extending the garden’s season…