Herbaceous plants (in botanical use frequently simply herbs) are plants that have no persistent woody stem above ground. The term is mainly applied to perennials, but in botany it may also refer to annuals or biennials, and include both forbs and graminoids.

Annual herbaceous plants die completely at the end of the growing season or when they have flowered and fruited, and they then grow again from seed.

Herbaceous perennial and biennial plants may have stems that die at the end of the growing season, but parts of the plant survive under or close to the ground from season to season.

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Acanthus spinosus

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With its glossy evergreen leaves this plant is an asset to any herbaceous border. It has very large flower-spikes in Summer, which last long. Height 120 cm. Spread 60 cm

Agapanthus Northern Star

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Forms a large clump of broad, strap-like, glossy green leaves, slightly flushed with purple at the base. Sturdy erect stems bear large umbels of multicolored, trumpet-shaped flowers in late Summer. Each petal is a violet-blue striped with purple at the centre. Garden plant for flowerbed in moist but well-drained soil in full sun.

Agastache hyb. Black Adder

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Tiny violet-blue flowers arranged on a tall black spire resembling a bottlebrush. Long lasting flowers from July to October. Height 75cm. Spread 40cm.

Alcea r. Spring Celebrities Purple

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Compact strain of the old fashioned favourite. Bushy plants and sturdy stems with a showy display of double purple flowers from late Spring though the Summer months. Good cut flower. Attracts bees & butterflies. Height 80cm. Spread 30cm.

Allium ‘Summer Beauty’

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Later flowering than other Alliums. Narrow, glossy green leaves form a neat and tall, upright clump. Globe shaped light pink-purple flowers in Summer. Bulbs have a distinct onion/garlic scent. Attracts lots of pollinators. Creates a wonderful display if planted in masses. Height 70 cm, spread 40 cm. Position in free-draining soil in full sun.

Allium cristophii

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After the leaves have withered the very, very large violet flowers will be clearly visible as big colour- full balls during Summer, they are truly stunning! Height 40 cm. Spread 20 cm.

Allium Globemaster

The largest Allium available with its giant purple flowerheads 25cm in diameter! Blooms late Spring/ Summer. Plant in full sun. Cut back foliage after flowering once leaves have withered. Height 100cm. Spread 50cm.

Allium holl. Purple Sensation

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First grey-green leaves appear, and after these wither the huge flower balls appear. They make a great addition to your border with their deep violet flowers in Summer. Height 90 cm. Spread 40 cm.

Allium sphaerocephalon

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Small egg shaped heads of rich blackcurrant coloured flowers in July and August - much later than other Alliums. Height 90cm.

Aster Little Carlow

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Masses of lilac blue daisy like flowers with yellow centres bloom in late Summer and Autumn. A RHS Garden of Merit plant. Grow in full sun or part shade in fertile free drained soil. Cut back in Winter. Height 80cm.

Astrantia major Florence

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Pin-cushion like flowers of an unusual lavender-pink from Summer into Autumn. Attracts butterflies. Plant in moist soil in a shady position. Height 90cm.

Bergenia Eroica

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The heart shaped leaves are marbled with purple. Long lasting, purple flowers in Spring. Good for mass planting in shaded areas and suitable for moist soil. Height 45 cm. Spread 25 cm.

Buddleja Buzz Lavender

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Dwarf Butterfly Bush. Violet-lilac flower plumes from June till September. Height 60 cm. Plant in a sunny position.

Buddleja Buzz Magenta

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Dwarf Butterfly Bush. Purple magenta flower plumes from June till September. Height 60 cm. Plant in a sunny position.

Calla Picasso ®

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Tall upright purple flowers with white rims from July to September. Leaves are flecked with white. Dwarf variety suitable for planters and patio. Height 40cm. Protect from frost.