Seldom offered as seed, Abutilon x hybridum is a popular group of hybrids that are frost-tender shrubs typically growing 60 to 90cm (24-36in) tall. The lantern-like buds open to solitary, pendulous, bell shaped flowers up to 8cm (3in) in diameter

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii is native to Florida and parts of the Caribbean, this striking fan palm is small to moderately tall. Hardy to -6°C (20°F) it is one of just a few palms that can survive in saturated soil conditions. A good outdoor palm for a milder areas and a very tropical alternative to a hedge of shrubs.

The Agapanthus or Blue African Lily is one of the aristocrats of the late summer garden. Requiring only the minimum of care, the exotic combination of graceful foliage and stunning flowers is equally impressive in the border or large planter. This is a lovely plant to grow and they are very easy from seed.

Agave mckelvyana is a small, relatively rare, dwarf species of Agave from western Arizona. This little beauty forms a tight rosette of broad, bluish green, fleshy leaves with small teeth.It is one of the hardiest agaves, can take winter rain and is tolerant of drought and severe freezes.

Agave parryi var. neomexicana is a dramatic specimen. This native Mexican succulent forms a compact rosette of soft fleshy, bluish green leaves. The foliage is wide and heavily armed with dark tipped spines. With the ability to grow 60cm wide and as tall, it is one of the most cold hardy Agave species.

The Cape Aloe is known as one of the most potent healing plants known to man. It is a distinctly handsome plant, with broad, lance-shaped, fleshy leaves and a large candelabra-like flower-head.There are usually between five and eight branches, each carrying a spike-like head of many flowers.

These exotic beauties, native to South America, can transform a terrace or patio into a tropical paradise. Angel Trumpets are large shrubs with lush foliage and masses of delightfully fragrant trumpets. In the cool, moist air of evening, their fragrance is spellbinding.

This shrubby brugmansia is a heavy bearer of stunning pendulous yellow flowers, it is delightful when grown in a patio pot and may be grown indoors with bright light and warmth, where it can be pruned to desirable size. The flowers are especially fragrant in the evening.

Brugmansia suaveolens is an exotic beauty that is native to the mild lowlands of Brazil. Angel Trumpets are large shrubs with lush foliage and masses of delightfully fragrant trumpets. Often blooming the first year from seed, a mature plant may display as many as 80 to 100 blooms at one time!

Growing cacti is an addictive hobby and be much easier than commonly perceived. This premium cactus seed mix includes various species of desert types, including the famous and magnificent Saguaro Cactus. They germinate easily, grow slowly, but compared to many plants need relatively little care.

These rare seeds are for the world famous Cananga odorata tree. 'Ylang-Ylang' which means 'flowers of flowers', and is among the most celebrated flowering trees in the world. The blossoms are distilled to obtain "cananga oil" which is used to manufacture the world famous Chanel No. 5.

Canna “Marabout” is a superb tall strain with gorgeous foliage and bright vermilion blooms. They are ideal to plant at the back of a border where they are in full sun, or to add colour to a partly shady area. They can also be grown in poorly drained areas and in shallow ponds.

“Crozy Hybrids” are the most cold-hardy of the garden Canna. Growing to around 85cm they produce red to yellow flowers that resemble a miniature gladioli. With their lush tropical foliage and showy flowers they make borders and beds come alive with their bright colours all summer long until first frosts.