Profile of plants that grow well in North East Scotland 

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Crambe Cordifolia

Crambe Cordifolia and a little more of what’s going on in our garden

Crambe Cordifolia. How satisfying is it when a plant which you think may be borderline, and you don’t really expect it to flourish ends up being outstanding.

 Keeping your expectations in check makes the pleasure of success all the more pleasurable.   Crambe Cordifolia was planted in the round garden fifteen months ago. Continue Reading

Thalictrum Aquilegifolium Thundercloud

 Thalictrum Aquilegifolium Thundercloud in the garden

A double feature today, headed by Thalictrum Thundercloud, after the toss of a coin as to whether the white form Album may head the bill.

Thalictrum Aquilegifolium Thundercloud, a fully hardy perennial in Aberdeen  and unlike some of the Aquilegias which it is closely related to, the Thalictrum is very long lived. Continue Reading