Plants in 'Wet feet' scheme

An excellent plant for light shade or woodland gardens, and in areas such as pond edges or stream banks. Masses of fluffy pale pink flowers in early spring and late summer. This medium-sized perennial prefers moist, organically rich soils. Soils should not be allowed to dry out. If regularly watered, foliage will usually remain attractive throughout the growing season. A summer mulch helps retain soil moisture. Removing faded flower stalks will not prolong bloom, but may improve plant appearance, particularly if a ground cover look is desired. Alternatively, leave the flower stalks in place after blooming because of the continuing ornamental interest of the dried seed heads. 4 L container.

An erect, clump-forming perennial which has dark pink to crimson flowers over a long period from mid-summer to autumn. This plant thrives in damp or wet fertile soil, and can be allowed to naturalise and spread in a bog garden. They grow best in full sun or light shade. If you don't want them to spread, remove flower heads before the flowers dry and they set seed. Height: to 60 cms.

A lush and elegant plant, loved by flower arrangers; an emblem of the Art Deco era. Grows well in a variey of soils, but does exceptionally well at the edge of water or in sites where the soil is quite moist. Requires very little care, but you can cut back old leaves at the end of the year when they start to look ragged. 2L container.