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Rudbeckia Goldstrum 3 Litre Pot

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Rudbeckia may be annuals, biennials or rhizomatous herbaceous perennials, with simple or pinnately divided leaves and large daisy-like flower-heads...

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Hosta Big Daddy 3 Litre Pot

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Hosta ‘Big Daddy’ – A Bold, Architectural Beauty for Your Shade Garden Hosta ‘Big Daddy’ is a standout perennial that brings an air of grandeur and...

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Hosta Halcyon 3 Litre Pot

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Hosta ‘Halcyon’ – A Serene and Striking Shade-Lover Hosta ‘Halcyon’ is a timeless beauty that adds a sense of tranquillity and elegance to any gard...

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Hosta Francis Williams 3 Litre Pot

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Hosta 'Frances Williams' – A Stunning Contrast of Gold and Green for Shade Gardens Hosta ‘Frances Williams’ is a standout perennial known for its s...

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Hosta Sieboldiana Elegans 3 Litre Pot

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Hosta ‘Sieboldiana Elegans’ – Majestic Foliage and Graceful Charm for the Shade Garden Hosta ‘Sieboldiana Elegans’ is one of the most revered and s...

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Hosta Blue Cadet 3 Litre Pot

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Hosta ‘Blue Cadet’ – A Cool, Tranquil Beauty for Shaded Spaces Hosta ‘Blue Cadet’ is a smaller, yet incredibly striking variety of Hosta, known for...

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Pachysandra Green Sheen 9 cm Pot X 6 Plant Tray

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Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen' Common name: Japanese Spurge A glossy-leaved evergreen ground cover, Pachysandra 'Green Sheen' is perfect for ...

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Geranium sanguineum Vision Violet 3 Litre Pot

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Geranium sanguineum ‘Vision Violet’ – A Vigorous Beauty with Bold Violet Blooms Geranium sanguineum ‘Vision Violet’ is a standout perennial that br...

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Carex oshimensis Everest 2 Litre Pot

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Carex oshimensis ‘Everest’ – Elegant Variegated Foliage for Year-Round Interest Carex oshimensis ‘Everest’ is a striking evergreen ornamental grass...

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Kniphofia Mango Popsicle 2 Litre Pot

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Kniphofia ‘Mango Popsicle’ – Compact, Tropical Glow for Summer Borders Kniphofia ‘Mango Popsicle’ is a fiery, compact variety of Red Hot Poker that...

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Kniphofia Royal Castle Hybrids 3 Litre Pot

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Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle Hybrids’ – A Bold and Fiery Accent for Your Garden Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle Hybrids’ is a striking variety of Red Hot Poker ...

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Miscanthus Ferner Osten 2 Litre Pot

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Miscanthus sinensis 'Ferner Osten' Graceful ornamental grass with rich red flower plumes Miscanthus 'Ferner Osten' is a striking deciduous ornament...

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Magnolia Stellata 4 Litre Pot 40/60cm

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Magnolias are deciduous or evergreen shrubs commonly found in woodlands or along river banks. They are grown for their showy, erect flowers which c...

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Spiraea japonica Snowmound 3 Litre Pot

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Spiraea nipponica 'Snowmound' – The Graceful Spirea with Cascading White Blooms Spiraea nipponica 'Snowmound' is an elegant, deciduous shrub celebr...

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Hydrangea Petiolaris 3 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris – Self-Clinging Climbing Hydrangea for Shady Walls & Fences Hydrangea petiolaris is a highly regarded decid...

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Carex oshimensis Eversheen 2 Litre Pot

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Carex oshimensis ‘Eversheen’ – A Luminous Accent for Shaded Spaces with Striking Variegated Foliage Carex oshimensis ‘Eversheen’ is a refined, ever...

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Berberis Darwinii Compacta 3 Litre Pot

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Berberis darwinii ‘Compacta’ – Hardy, Evergreen Structure with a Splash of Spring Colour Berberis darwinii ‘Compacta’ is a dense, evergreen shrub ...

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Magnolia Susan 200/225cm Specimen Sized

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Magnolias are deciduous or evergreen shrubs commonly found in woodlands or along river banks. They are grown for their showy, erect flowers which c...

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Kniphofia Pineapple Popsicle 2 Litre Pot

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Kniphofia ‘Pineapple Popsicle’ – Compact, Sunshine-Yellow Spikes for Summer Colour Kniphofia ‘Pineapple Popsicle’ is a vibrant, compact variety of ...

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Hydrangea Macro. Red Baron 3 Litre Pot

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Magnolia Stellata 12 Litre Pot

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Magnolias are deciduous or evergreen shrubs commonly found in woodlands or along river banks. They are grown for their showy, erect flowers which c...

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Miscanthus Morning Light 2 Litre Pot

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Miscanthus sinensis ‘Morning Light’ – A Refined, Silvery Grass for Graceful Movement and Year-Round Beauty Miscanthus sinensis ‘Morning Light’ is o...

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Mahonia media Winter Sun 5 Litre Pot

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Mahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’ Common name: Mahonia / Oregon Grape Mahonia ‘Winter Sun’ is a striking, upright evergreen shrub valued for its bold, s...

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Magnolia Stellata Royal Star 15 Litre Pot

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Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star' – A Stunning Spring Blossom with Elegant Form Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star' is a show-stopping small tree renowned ...

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Sanguisorba Pink Brushes 2 Litre Pot

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Sanguisorba ‘Pink Brushes’ – A Striking, Elegant Addition to Any Garden Sanguisorba ‘Pink Brushes’ is a standout perennial known for its graceful, ...

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Spiraea Golden Princess 3 Litre Pot

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Spiraea ‘Golden Princess’ – Compact Colour and Easy Elegance from Spring to Fall Spiraea japonica ‘Golden Princess’ is a delightful, compact decid...

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Carex Everillo 2 Litre Pot

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Carex oshimensis ‘Everillo’ – A Bold Splash of Chartreuse for Year-Round Colour and Texture Carex oshimensis ‘Everillo’ is a vibrant, evergreen orn...

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Magnolia Stellata Specimen Sized 150/175cm 90 Litre Pot

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Magnolias are deciduous or evergreen shrubs commonly found in woodlands or along river banks. They are grown for their showy, erect flowers which c...

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Berberis Harlequin 3 Litre Pot

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Berberis thunbergii ‘Harlequin’ – Striking Foliage with Year-Round Interest Berberis thunbergii ‘Harlequin’ is a standout deciduous shrub prized fo...

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Kniphofia Lemon Popsicle 2 Litre Pot

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Kniphofia ‘Lemon Popsicle’ – Compact, Long-Flowering Torch Lily with Zesty Yellow Spike Kniphofia ‘Lemon Popsicle’ is a vibrant and compact variety...

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Carex Frosted Curls 2 Litre Pot

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Carex comans ‘Frosted Curls’ – A Silvery Cascade of Fine Texture and Elegant Movement Carex comans ‘Frosted Curls’ is a delicate, fine-textured orn...

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Hydrangea Serrata Bluebird 3 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea serrata 'Bluebird' – A Graceful, Early-Blooming Hydrangea with Beautiful Blue Flowers Hydrangea serrata 'Bluebird', commonly known as Mou...

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Magnolia Kobus 8-10cm Girth Standard

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Magnolia kobus – The Elegant Kobushi Magnolia for Stunning Spring Beauty Magnolia kobus, commonly known as the Kobushi Magnolia, is a deciduous tre...

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Carex oshimensis Evergold 5 Litre Pot

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Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ Elegant Evergreen Sedge with Year-Round Colour Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ is a refined ornamental grass prized for its...

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Miscanthus sin Kleine Silberspinne 2 Litre Pot

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Miscanthus sinensis ‘Kleine Silberspinne’ – A Graceful, Silvery Grass for Movement and Late-Season Drama Miscanthus sinensis ‘Kleine Silberspinne’ ...

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Magnolia Grandiflora Gallisoniensis 35 Litre Pot 100-125cm

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Magnolias are deciduous or evergreen shrubs commonly found in woodlands or along river banks. They are grown for their showy, erect flowers which c...

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Hydrangea Mac. Royalty Rosie Purple 5 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Royalty Rosie Purple’ – Sophisticated Colour, Season-Long Charm Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Royalty Rosie Purple’ is a s...

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Hydrangea Quercifolia Ruby Slippers 3 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea quercifolia ‘Ruby Slippers’ – A Compact Oakleaf Hydrangea with Stunning Red Flowers Hydrangea quercifolia ‘Ruby Slippers’ is a c...

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Philadelphus Lemoinei 5 Litre Pot

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Philadelphus × lemoinei Common name: Mock Orange Philadelphus × lemoinei is a compact, deciduous shrub loved for its profusion of beautifully scent...

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Geranium Biokovo 2 Litre Pot

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Geranium × cantabrigiense ‘Biokovo’ Common name: Biokovo Cranesbill Geranium ‘Biokovo’ is a compact, mat-forming perennial with delicately scented ...

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Hydrangea Black Diamonds Red Angel Purple 5 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Black Diamonds Red Angel Purple' – Striking Foliage and Bold, Regal Blooms Hydrangea macrophylla 'Black Diamonds Red Angel P...

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Magnolia Grandiflora Gallisoniensis 55 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea Paniculata Fraise Melba 5 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea paniculata ‘Fraise Melba’ Common name: Panicled Hydrangea Hydrangea ‘Fraise Melba’ (also sold as ‘Renba’) is a compact deciduous shrub wi...

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Berberis Hedging Red Chief 3Litre Pot

11 in stock.

Berberis Hedging 'Red Chief' – Vibrant, Hardy & Versatile Shrub for Year-Round Interest Berberis Red Chief is a striking, evergreen shrub celeb...

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Mahonia media Winter Sun 5 Litre Pot

32 in stock.

Mahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’ – A Bold Evergreen with Fragrant Winter Blooms Mahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’ is a striking evergreen shrub that brings ...

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Hydrangea Paniculata Graffiti 5 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea paniculata ‘Graffiti’ Common name: Panicled Hydrangea Hydrangea ‘Graffiti’ is a vigorous, deciduous shrub valued for its large, conical f...

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Geranium Karmina 2 Litre Pot

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Geranium × cantabrigiense ‘Karmina’ Common name: Cranesbill Geranium ‘Karmina’ is a robust, mat-forming perennial with masses of deep pink to magen...

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Hydrangea Black Diamonds Angel Purple 5 Litre Pot

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Black Diamonds Angel Purple' – Dramatic Colour & Elegant Blooms Hydrangea macrophylla 'Black Diamonds Angel Purple' is a...

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Gardening in clay soil can be challenging due to its dense, compact structure, which can inhibit water drainage and root growth. However, clay soil also has benefits; it is nutrient-rich and retains moisture well, which can be advantageous during dry periods. Understanding which plants thrive in clay soil can transform a potentially problematic garden area into a lush, thriving landscape.

Plants suited for clay soil often have robust root systems that can navigate the heavy, compact earth. Perennials like daylilies, asters, and black-eyed Susans are excellent choices because they are hardy and can help break up the soil over time, improving its structure. Shrubs such as viburnum and hydrangea also perform well in clay, adapting to the soil's moisture retention properties to flourish.

In addition to selecting the right plants, amending clay soil with organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure can significantly improve its quality. This addition increases aeration, improves drainage, and helps roots penetrate the soil more easily. Planting in raised beds or incorporating generous amounts of grit or sand can also enhance the conditions, making them more suitable for a wider variety of plants.

For gardeners dealing with clay soil, it's also crucial to consider the timing of planting and maintenance activities. Working the soil when it is too wet can lead to compaction, so it's best to wait until it's sufficiently dry. With the right plants and care, clay soil can support a vibrant, diverse garden that remains healthy and beautiful throughout the year.

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