Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost (70)
Moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, or general-purpose loam-based potting compost (7)
Normal (167)
Peat-free general-purpose compost (9)
Special conditions
Coastal conditions (1)
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Tolerate air pollution (13)
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Flowering month
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Flower colour
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Colourful collections / bicolours (31)
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Evergreen / deciduous
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Fragrance
All scented flowers (49)
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Roses that are slightly scented (7)
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Roses with a knockout scent (3)
Attractive to wildlife
Attractive to bees (58)
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Attractive to wildlife (58)
Quick growing
No (3)
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Yes (94)
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Hardy
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Yes (140)
Leaf colour
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Ground cover
No (118)
Yes (6)
Soil moisture
Damp (2)
Dry/Sandy (17)
Normal (189)
Kitchen garden planting guidelines
Propagate in green house (7)
Suitable for compact container gardening (2)
Suitable for grow beds (7)
Suitable for large container gardening (7)
Suitable for window boxes (2)
Use cloche (7)
Plants for Arches & Pergolas
Arches and pergolas can be used to define an entrance or frame a view. Near seating areas or doorways, drape them with scented climbers such as honeysuckle, roses or jasmine.