Larkspur ‘Earl Grey’ Delphinium flowers in softest grey – a highly original colour. Annual variety which is excellent as a border filler or for cutting. HA for sun. Ht. to 3’ (1m) Lathyrus latifolius Hardy, perennial climbing pea, smothered with many stems of pink flowers over a long period in summer. Ht. & spread 6’ (2m) or more. Lathyrus vernus The spring pea bears fresh, ferny foliage topped by bright purple and blue flowers. Striking and uncommon. HP for sun. Ht.1’ (30cm). Lavandula stoechas Kew Red Recent introduction - a lovely new colour in French Lavender. Forms compact, well-shaped clumps. Needs sun, shelter and good drainage. HP. Ht.9” Leucojum aestivum ‘Gravetye Giant’ AGM Tall stems bearing emerald-tipped, white bells. Very desirable yet easy to establish. Prefers a moist, even wet spot, but thoroughly easygoing.. Flowers April/May, 18”. Leucojum aestivum The ‘Summer Snowflake’ actually flowers in spring, with green-tipped, white flowers, similar to a giant snowdrop. Hardy bulb for moist soil in semi-shade. Ht. to 3’ (1m). Leycesteria formosa Vigorous shrub with showy claret-coloured bracts in summer - early autumn, followed by red-purple fruits. Ht. & spread 6’ Ligularia dentata ‘Othello’ Handsome foliage, the large leaves bronze-green above & mahogany-bronze below, topped by tall stems of vivid orange, daisy-like flowers from mid-late summer. Striking near water. HP for sun/part shade & moist, well-drained soil. Ht. 4’ (1.2m) Spread 2’ (60cm). Lilium Black Beauty (L. speciosum x L. henryi) Stunning flowers of blackish-red, with reflexed petals, margined white. Scented, summer-flowering hardy bulb for sun & well-drained soil. Ht. to 5’ (1.5m). Lilium Candidum The Madonna Lily produces heads of up to 15 pure-white, sweetly scented trumpet flowers in mid-summer. Prefers a well-drained, limey soil in sun. Ht.4-5’. Lilium duchartrei (Marbled martagon). Very rare variety – fragrant, white turk’s cap flowers with purple spotting. Not difficult in humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade, but needs time to establish. Hardy bulb. Ht.3’ (90cm). Lilium longiflorum AGM Stems of fragrant white trumpet flowers, each up to 8” (20cm) long, in summer. Excellent in pots. Hardy bulb for sun & well-drained soil. Ht.3’ (1m). Lilium martagon album AGM The creamy, unmarked Turk’s Cap flowers show up beautifully in a shady spot. More unusual than the red form and most desirable and special. Flowers June/July 36”. Lilium martagon The Turk’s Cap Lily bears many beautiful, pendant flowers with upswept petals of pink or purple, often with darker spots. Best in some shade in limey soil. Flowers June/July 36”. Lilium nepalense Truly spectacular and rare Himalayan species. Nodding, pendent greenish-cream flowers blotched maroon-purple within, the petals to 6” long. Hardy, summer flowering bulb for a sheltered spot & humus-rich, peaty soil. Ht.28-36” (70cm-1m) Lilium pardalinum AGM The Leopard lily. N.American species bearing turk’s-cap flowers of crimson with darkly spotted golden centres. Will naturalise in light woodland conditions or amongst shrubs. Hardy bulb, flowering mid-late summer in lightly dappled shade & rich soil. Ht.3-5’ (1-1.5m). Lilium Pink Perfection AGM Large trumpet flowers of deep pink suffused with maroon & strongly perfumed. Hardy, vigorous, summer-flowering bulb for sun & well-drained, rich soil. Ht.6’ (2m) or more, usually less in its first year. (click in picture for larger image) Lilium pumilum AGM (syn. tenuifolium) Dainty scarlet, reflexed turk’s cap flowers, which are also scented. Hardy bulb for sun and rich, well-drained soil. Ht.18” (45cm). Lilium Red Dutch New introduction – the deep maroon flowers sport contrasting creamy-yellow borders to the petals. Hardy, summer-flowering bulb for sun & well-drained, humus-rich soil. Ht.30” (80cm). Lilium regale AGM Powerfully scented summer flowering bulb. Up to 25 white, trumpet flowers per stem, with pinkish-purple markings on the outside. Hardy bulb for sun and well-drained soil. Ht.2-6’ (60cm-2m). Linaria purpurea ‘Canon Went’ Sought-after pink form of toadflax. Strong upright stems bearing narrow, grey-green leaves & spires of many tiny flowers, summer-long. Hardy perennial for sun or part shade. Ht 3-5’ (1-1.60m) Spread 1’ (30cm). Linaria purpurea Strong, upright stems with small grey/green leaves & spires of dainty mauve toadflax flowers. An invaluable foil for rounder shapes and pink tones in the cottage border. Sun/part shade. Ht. 4-5’ (130-160cm) Spread 12” (30cm) Hardy perennial. Linaria vulgaris Native wildflower with snapdragon-like yellow flowers with orange throats. Blooms all summer and into autumn. HP. Ht.12” Lobelia ‘Cherry Ripe’ Perennial form of lobelia with stunning flowers of brilliant scarlet from mid-late summer. Leaves have red-bronze undersides. Provide sun and shelter with moist soil during growing season. Ht.3’ (90cm). Lobelia cardinalis ‘Queen Victoria’ Stunning deepest wine foliage and brilliant red flowers mark this striking plant. Excellent near water. HP for sun and moist soil. Ht.3’ (90cm). Lobelia gerardii Unusual hardy perennial form of lobelia producing multiple stems covered with intense, purple-blue flowers summer-long. Sun and moist soil needed. Ht. 40-48” (1-1.2m). Lobelia tupa Tall, clump-forming perennial, bearing large spikes of 2-lipped, brick-red flowers in late summer. Unusual and half hardy, for a sunny, sheltered site. Ht 5-6’ (1.5-2m) Spread 3’ (1m) Lunaria annua alba variegata Highly desirable but seldom available form of honesty with white flowers and variegated foliage. Wonderful for highlighting lightly shaded areas. Spring flowering biennial which reliably self-seeds. Ht. 18-24” (45-60cm). Spread 12” (30cm). Lunaria annua Munstead Purple Rich violet flowers mark this good form of honesty. A good partner for tulips in the spring border. HB easy in sun/part shade. Ht. to 36” (1m). Luzula nivea Snowy woodrush – handsome, evergreen rush, with clusters of shining, white flower spikes in early summer. HP for sun/part shade. Ht.2’ (60cm) Spread to 2’ (60cm). Lychnis chalcedonica ‘Pinkie’ A pleasing colour break in this species with flowerheads of soft, warm pink. HP. Easy in most soils given some sun. Ht.2’ (60cm). Lychnis coronaria alba From basal clumps of evergreen, soft grey leaves rise multiple stems clothed by myriad starry-white flowers. Striking against a dark background hedge/shrubs. Ht. 24-30” (60-75cm). Spread 12” (30cm). Full sun & well drained soil. Hardy perennial. Lychnis coronaria atrosanguineum cerise Dazzling coloured form of this popular plant, with violet-carmine flowers set off perfectly by the soft, grey foliage. Hardy perennial for sun. Ht 24-30” (60-75cm) Spread 12” (30cm). Lychnis coronaria oculata An unusual & pretty pastel coloured variety of Lychnis, its white flowers having a conspicuous central pink ring. Easier to place in the border than the stronger pinks. Soft grey foliage. Sunny position preferred. Ht 30” (45cm) Spread 12” (30cm). Hardy perennial Lychnis flos-jovis Woolly grey leaves topped by many heads of reddish-purple flowers. Hardy perennial for sun. Ht 24” (60cm) Spread 12” (30cm). Lychnis x arkwrightii Vesuvius Striking, purple-maroon foliage sets off flat heads of brilliant scarlet flowers in summer. HP for sun & any reasonable soil. Ht 16” (40cm). Lychnis yunnanensis Rarely seen variety and one of the best, with wands of brilliant pink flowers in late spring/early summer. HP for sun. Ht.18” (45cm) Spread 12” (30cm). Lysimachia atropurpurea ‘Beaujolais’ Attractive, silver-green foliage topped by spikes of deepest claret florets. Provide sun and good drainage. HP. Ht.18” (45cm). Lysimachia ciliata Spreading, summer flowering perennial which is a less commonly available member of the loosestrife family. The foliage emerges deep brownish-red in spring, becoming greener as the stems lengthen to carry spires of airily-spaced, mid-yellow flowers in mid-late summer. Hardy perennial for sun/part shade and tolerant of heavy soils. Ht.24-30” (60-75cm) Spread indefinite. Lysimachia puntata Whorls of bright yellow flowers on strong, upright stems all summer. Vigorous, making broad drifts of strong colour for informal plantings. Pleasing near water. HP. Ht.36” (90cm) Spread 24” (60cm) or more. Lysimachia punctata ‘Alexander’ Uncommon variegated form of Yellow Loosestrife, with leaves marked with white, yellow & touches of pink. The spires of bright yellow flowers are carried over a long period from early summer. HP for sun/dappled shade. Ht. To 30” (75cm) Spread 24” (60cm). Lythrum salicaria ‘Robert’ Effective and easy border perennial, particularly suited to a moist, waterside position. Spikes of carmine-rose blooms are carried from mid-late summer. Ht 21/2-3’ (75-100cm). HP for sun/part shade. Lythrum salicaria ‘Rosy Gem’ Lovely waterside plant, bearing spires of starry, rose-pink flowers in summer. HP for sun/part shade & moist or wet soil, including bog gardens. Ht. 30” (75cm) Spread 18” (45cm). | 
