August
Chrysanthemums
These time-honoured favourites make popular additions to the garden in late summer and early autumn
Fondly known as ‘mums’, they provide an instant boost of colour as early bedding dies back. They’re long lasting, too, and will continue flowering into November.
Chrysanthemums are available in a wide choice of colours, from summer reds and creams to autumnal yellows and gold, deep burgundies to soft pastel lilac. Mix and match for impact or choose your own favourite colour combinations.
They also come in different shapes such as pompon, single and semi-double, anemone and spider. Choose from compact varieties of 15cm to taller varieties that can reach a metre in height.
Mums love full sun and well drained soil. With the current dry weather, you may prefer to plant in pots to ensure they thrive.
Always a welcome addition to any garden, our Plant of the Month for August is the wonderful, versatile mum!
Visit your local Otter to buy your favourite Chrysanthemums.
June
Rose of the Year 2026 Coral Gardens
Entrancing blooms for long-lasting colour and fragrance
An award-winning upright floribunda that’s proved to be hardy and disease-resistant. These entrancing double petalled blooms arrive in shades of coral, orange and pink, giving a subtle glow to your garden right through to late autumn.
Although compact, Coral Gardens works not just in small gardens but larger ones too, ideal for borders and beds. For those short on space, it also thrives in patio containers.
With a fragrance that has been described as ‘fruity’, this beautiful rose is a surefire for experienced rose growers as well as first-timers.
Visit your local Otter to buy Rose Coral Gardens.
May
Salvia Blue Bouquetta
You won’t get the blues with the charming hues of Salvia Blue Bouquetta!
This fully hardy Salvia produces slender spires of blue-violet flowers; a compact variety reaching 25cm high, it’s a great choice for smaller gardens, in containers on patios and balconies or at the front of your borders.
A favourite of pollinators, it flowers throughout the summer and into early autumn.
Bringing a bold splash of colour to your garden, Blue Bouquetta does best in full sun and moist, well drained soil.
Visit your local Otter to buy Salvia Blue Bouquetta.
April
Geum Totally Tangerine, Miss Clementine & Firestarter
Gorgeous Geum bringing bright bursts of colour to your April garden
Welcome Spring colour into your garden with this trio of lively Geum in upbeat reds and oranges.
‘Totally Tangerine’ makes your mouth water with its bright orange petals! Known for its long-flowering season right into the early Autumn, this free-flowering beauty establishes itself quickly and is a great choice for sunny spots in any garden.
First introduced in 2025, ‘Miss Clementine’ is a stunning perennial producing masses of beautiful, saucer-shaped flowers in loose clusters, bringing a vibrant touch to any garden. Ideal to plant in a sunny border for ground cover or add to a large container.
As its name suggests, ‘Firestarter’ has fiery red petals with a yellow centre. Flowers are semi-double and ruffled, making this Geum a really eye-catching addition to the garden. Like our other choices, it is known for attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects to the garden.
Visit your local Otter to buy Geum ‘Totally Tangerine’, ‘Miss Clementine’ & ‘Firestarter’.
March
Erysimum Bowles Mauve
Get ready to fall in love with our March Plant of the Month: the enchanting Erysimum Bowles Mauve!
This bushy evergreen perennial isn’t just your average garden plant – it’s a versatile beauty that adds year-round charm to any landscape. With its dense foliage that remains lush and green even in the chill of winter, it’s a reliable presence that brings structure and vibrancy to your outdoor space.
But let’s talk about those blooms! Picture-perfect mauve flowers adorn this plant from spring through summer, releasing a delightful fragrance that beckons bees and butterflies, making it a pollinator’s paradise. Whether you’re strolling through your garden or simply enjoying a quiet moment on your patio, the scent of Erysimum Bowles Mauve is sure to awaken your senses.
Looking for a way to spruce up your mixed borders or add a focal point to your patio garden? Look no further than this captivating perennial. Its compact size and bushy habit make it ideal for edging pathways or filling in gaps between larger plants. And if you’re feeling creative, why not showcase it as the star attraction in a planted container? Pair it with complementary flowers and foliage for a stunning display that will be the envy of all your neighbours.
Easy to grow and low maintenance, Erysimum Bowles Mauve is the perfect choice for gardeners of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting out, you’ll love the effortless beauty and enduring appeal of this remarkable plant. So why wait? Add a touch of mauve magic to your garden this April and enjoy the beauty it brings for years to come.
Visit your local Otter to buy Erysimum Bowles Mauve.
February
Polyanthus Showstopper Trios
Nearing the end of Winter, our Plant of the Month for February is Polyanthus Showstopper Trios!
Visit your local Otter to buy Polyanthus Showstopper Trios.
January
Hellebores
Kicking off the new year, our plants of the month for January are hellebores!
Visit your local Otter to buy Hellebores.
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