Plant Now for Spring

Water-wise gardening; get drought-ready

Plant these varieties now so their roots can get established before spring. We have selected a range of plants that are fully hardy, relatively slug-tolerant, semi-evergreen and/or woody (making it easier to remember where they were planted!), and that will cope with clay soils over winter (but see the next section for plants that can handle spots that get water-logged).

Plants for spots that get waterlogged over winter

These plants can handle a spot that gets water-logged over winter. Some require a damp soil all year round while others will also flourish in a drier soil. This selection includes plants that prefer sun and plants that prefer shade. Click on the photos for more information.