Lavatera Duet

Chrastavec makedonský je bohatě a dlouze kvetoucí nenáročná trvalka. Jeho divoká forma pochází z Balkánu, kde roste na loukách a v křovinách. V záhonech okouzluje štíhlými vysokými stonky, které nesou pastelově vínové a růžové květy. Hodí se do přírodně pojatých slunných až polostinných záhonů a do lučních kytic. 

Chrastavec makedonský je bohatě a dlouze kvetoucí nenáročná trvalka. Jeho divoká forma pochází z Balkánu, kde roste na loukách a v křovinách. Red Knight v záhonech okouzluje štíhlými vysokými stonky, které nesou tmavě vínové květy. Hodí se do přírodně pojatých slunných až polostinných záhonů a do lučních kytic. 

This tirelessly flowering variety, related to the well-known medicinal Verbena, is ideal for perennial plantings as a refining accent. It forms airy, transparent clumps with intensely purple-colored stems and tiny leaves. Delicate pink flowers bloom throughout the summer until autumn. They look stunning in flower beds and containers. In England, where this variety was discovered near the town of Bampton, it overwinters well. Here, it is necessary to find the best possible habitat conditions for it. Also popular with bees and butterflies.

Mallow is a beautiful, long-flowering perennial. Its inflorescence resembles miniature hollyhocks or mallow. It pairs well with a classic rose combination or in wilder beds with grasses.

A perennial that finds its use in naturalistic steppe and gravel beds. It attracts bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. It's floristically valuable for its flowers with striking bracts, which are also perfect for drying. The roots of some species were once candied as sweets in England and France and added to pastries and jellies. In herbal medicine, it was used, among other things, as an aphrodisiac, hence its folk name 'male fidelity'.

Phlomis is a valuable structural perennial originating from the Greek islands and Turkey. It's also known as Jerusalem sage. In plantings, it's used as a groundcover and can even be successfully grown under trees. Both the flowers and the stems with their impressive fruits are suitable for cutting. If left untrimmed in autumn, they will adorn beds throughout winter, as will the dense carpet of leaves. Phlomis is also attractive to pollinators.

This Phlomis grows wild in Central and Southeast Europe, and in our country, it is a critically endangered species. The stems are purple and bear rough, heart-shaped leaves. The flowers are pinkish-purple, and the dry seed capsules are also ornamental. It creates a striking decorative element even in winter. The combination with soft, loose plantings of grasses and perennials, into which Phlomis brings a strict graphic accent, is particularly impressive.

A beautiful delicate perennial originating from North America. Striking, relatively large but delicate flowers harmonize beautifully with a rich fluffy cloud of tiny leaves. They form compact bushes and are ideal for the foreground of beds. Coreopsis are naturally short-lived perennials. Their lifespan can be partially influenced by choosing a suitable location and care throughout the season. The 'Moonbeam' cultivar blooms with a large number of light yellow flowers with darker centers. It lasts about a week in a vase.

A perennial that finds its place in naturally designed steppe and gravel beds. It attracts bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. Floristically valuable for its flowers with striking bracts, which are also perfectly suited for drying. The roots of some species were once eaten candied as sweets in England and France and added to pastries and jellies. In herbal medicine, among other things, it was used as an aphrodisiac, hence its folk name 'male fidelity'. Glitter White was bred for abundant flowering and silver-colored flowers.

An impressive solitary perennial with a robust, sparsely branched growth habit. It produces light yellowish-green, scabious-like flowers on long stems. The contrast between the relatively massive foliage and the airy, wiry stems with small flower heads is very striking. It lasts about 5 days in a vase. The spent inflorescences are also interesting in beds and bouquets.

Baptisie pochází ze Severní Ameriky, patří do čeledi bobovitých a vzhledem připomíná lupinu – vlčí bob mnoholistý. Narozdíl od něj ale netrpí houbovými chorobami a také tolik nechutná slimákům. Kromě modrých květů jsou na ní zajímavé právě velké lusky, které rostlinu zdobí ještě dlouho po odkvětu. Severoameričtí indiáni používali kořeny baptisie k dezinfekci ran a na snížení horečky a listy k barvení látek. U baptisie je nejdůležitější trpělivost, trvá jí nějaký čas, než se plně ujme a vytvoří mohutný kořenový systém uzpůsobený pro přežití dlouhých období sucha i požárů. Pak je velmi dlouhověká.

Baptisia (Baptisia australis) originates from North America, belongs to the pea family (Fabaceae), and resembles lupine – the bigleaf lupine. Unlike lupine, however, it does not suffer from fungal diseases and is not as appealing to slugs. Besides its blue flowers, its large pods are also interesting, adorning the plant long after it has bloomed. North American Indians used baptisia roots to disinfect wounds and reduce fever, and its leaves for dyeing fabrics. Patience is key with baptisia; it takes some time to fully establish and develop a robust root system adapted to survive long periods of drought and fires. Then it is very long-lived. It was chosen as the Perennial Plant of the Year for the 2019 season. The elegant pure white 'Alba' also has slightly lighter leaves.

A classic perennial of Czech gardens, although originally from North America. In nature, it grows in thickets among taller plants and very quickly naturally loses leaves on the lower part of the stem. Its cultivated varieties retain this characteristic. Therefore, we combine it in beds with suitable perennials that will cover the lower parts well. The entire plant is coarsely hairy. It is a hardy and long-lived perennial and is resistant to powdery mildew. Septemberrubin has intensely carmine-pink flowers with a yellow center. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

It forms a delicate, airy shrub. Compared to Aster ericoides, the flowers are less numerous, placed individually at the ends of the branches, which gives this perennial an airy effect. The plant has a very delicate appearance. It is beautiful in combination with other late asters and ornamental grasses. Monte Cassino is characterized by very late flowering, allowing us to enjoy its blooms even in November, often along with the first snowflakes. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

Kalimeris originates from East Asia, where it grows in open, bright forests and meadows. It forms strong, upright clumps and is a healthy, very long-flowering perennial. Its flowers resemble autumn asters and complement them perfectly in beds, as it begins to bloom as early as July. Madiva has white flowers with a lilac tint.

Baptisia originates from North America, belongs to the legume family, and visually resembles lupine (lupinus polyphyllus). Unlike lupine, however, it does not suffer from fungal diseases and is not as palatable to slugs. Besides its blue flowers, its large pods are also interesting, decorating the plant long after flowering. Native American Indians used baptisia roots to disinfect wounds and reduce fever, and its leaves for dyeing fabrics. Patience is key with baptisia; it takes some time to fully establish itself and develop a robust root system adapted to survive long periods of drought and fires. After that, it is very long-lived. It was chosen as Perennial of the Year for the 2019 season. Minor is a shorter form suitable for smaller gardens.

Kuklíky jsou roztomilé jarní trvalky s rozkošnými miskovitými kvítky v teplých barevných odstínech. Květy vyrůstají na dlouhých rozvětvených stoncích. Okvětní plátky bývají nařasené, květy poloplné. Zajímavé je i jejich trsovitě rostoucí olistění, které časem vytváří dobrý půdní pokryv. Kvetoucí kuklíky jsou velkým lákadlem pro hmyz, zejména motýly. Do kytic sklízíme, jakmile je čtvrtina nebo polovina květů na stonku rozvitá. Ve váze vydrží 7 dní. Tempest Scarlet nakvétá poloplnými květy sytě šarlatové barvy. Byl vyšlechtěn ve Skotsku a vyniká dlouhou dobou kvetení. Často, ještě po přestávce v nejteplejším letním období, vykvete znovu na podzim.

A groundcover variety of thyme that immediately catches the eye with its yellow-green variegated leaves. From June, pink flowers will complement the color palette. In addition to its characteristic scent, another plus of this thyme is its winter appearance. Due to low temperatures, the entire plant changes to old rose tones.

Thyme with a cushion-like growth habit and a fresh lemon scent. Perfect for growing in containers. Suitable for herb gardens and more delicate drought-tolerant perennials.

Delicate, decorative, long-lived shade-loving perennials with pinnate leaves and magnificent feathery inflorescences. They originate primarily from East Asia, but also from eastern North America. They are most effective in large-scale plantings. Due to their relatively late sprouting, it's good to combine them with early-flowering bulbs. They last 4–10 days in a vase. Harvest when half of the inflorescence is in bloom. They are very sensitive to ethylene released from ripening fruit. Gloria Purpurea has dark pink flowers.

Naturally growing from Southern Europe to Turkey and Central Asia, these are decorative and undemanding plants suitable for natural perennial gardens. The spherical flowers attract bees and butterflies. They last a very long time in a vase and look gorgeous in summer bouquets; they are also suitable for drying. Blue Glow has intensely blue flowers.

A valuable garden and medicinal perennial, native to North America. It blooms in summer with dark purplish-pink flowers. The spiky flower cones are an irresistible magnet for butterflies. They last 7–10 days in a vase. After the petals are picked, the stems with the central cones can be dried or used in fresh bouquets as an interesting element. Magnus has striking deep pink flowers with an orange-brown center.

Cenná zahradní trvalka původem ze Severní Ameriky. Kvete v létě a její ježaté květní terče jsou neodolatelným lákadlem pro motýly. Ve váze vydrží 7–10 dní. Série Sunseekers se pyšní bohatým větvením i kvetením. Rostliny jsou kompaktní a hodí se pro pěstování v nádobách. Květy jsou zářivě  oranžové a postupně získávají sytější odstíny.

Původní přírodní druh pochází z Kavkazu. Kultivar Philippe Vapelle je cenný svými stálezelenými a zvláštními šedými listy. Skvěle se kombinuje se suchomilnými a šedolistými trvalkami a trávami. Rozrůstá se pomocí oddenků a tvoří časem husté semišové koberce. Květy jsou velké modrofialové s tmavší žilnatinou. Hodí se do skalek, koryt, snese horké okraje záhonů. 

This geranium forms dense carpets of aromatic green leaves. In mild winters, they remain effective throughout the season. It is used as a versatile and undemanding groundcover perennial. Delicate flowers on upright stems emerge from the foliage. Cambridge is a groundcover with purplish-pink flowers. It blooms profusely and spreads well. It tolerates sun and drought. The leaves turn red in autumn.