An aromatic perennial plant possessing medicinal and culinary uses, with large glossy green leaves and very large umbels of flowers in June and July (from the second year onwards). All parts are edible, from roots to seeds, and the stem can be candied. Plant in damp soil in sun or light shade. 9 cms container.

'Treneague' is a low-growing, non-flowering variety of Roman chamomile which can be used to make a 'no mow' lawn, or be planted between cracks and gaps in paving. The plant will spread outwards and grow no more than 6 cms high. Once established, can have light foot traffic. Traditionally used to make chamomile tea - good for soothing the stomach and making a night-time drink. Plant in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Plant c. 15 - 20  plants per sq m to create a solid lawn - weed well while establishing!

Price is per tray of 24 plants in 9 cms pots.

A popular ingredient in many cuisines, most notably Asian, lemon grass can be easily grown at home. The plant is not hardy, so it is best grown in a pot which can be brought indoors over the winter. Locate the pot in a sunny location and make sure that you keep it adequately moist. When the weather starts becoming cold and wet, bring it indoors and keep it in as bright a spot as possible. Keep it moist, but be careful not to let it get soggy as this can cause it to rot. Small plants in alpine / 9cms containers - we recommend that you have 2 or 3 plants so you can harvest without setting the plants back too much. Transplant into larger pots and use regular John Innes no 2 compost.

A very fast growing evergreen tree from Tasmania, which can grow up to 1.5 per year, to a height of 35 - 40 m. Its young leaves are blue-green and rounded, and a favourite with flower arrangers, while the mature leaves are elongated. Its seeds and leaves produce a herbal oil used for clearing congestion and for aromatherapy. With regular cutting, this tree can be maintained as a bushy shrub. If it grows too fast, chop it down to about 1 m after its first year to allow its roots to catch up with its upper body. Tolerant of most soil types. Plant in full sun or light shade, and shelter from strong winds. 3 litre container.