Frost tender evergreen H 6' - 10'. Deep red flowers. Can go outside for summer but needs winter protection. Beautiful glowing colour.

Horticultural sunshine! This lovely Abutilon is one for the conservatory though it might just get through winters in very sheltered, frost-free gardens, if grown against a sunny wall. Plant in free draining soil and if in a pot, put outside for the summer but bring back in before first frosts. 2 litre pot.

Variegated leaf which is very attractive and colourful with reddish orange flower with orange stamens. 2l pot

Half hardy evergreen for conservatory, pale pink flowers in summer. Will 'do' outside in very sheltered position but not hardy.

Flowers over a long period on thin stems, so is best trained against a wall or allowed to trail down one. In some very sheltered, frost-free gardens, this is safe outside. But in most places it should be a conservatory plant. Can be grown in a pot outside for the summer and then brought under shelter in winter. 2l pot

Another half-hardy Abutilon with gorgeous leaves and a warmly coloured flower which blooms generously. The flower is Salmon-orange with darker veins and the leaves are a mottled gold/green. -3C

This is flowering in our greenhouse from late July onwards and is a gorgeous plant, spreading itself against the glass in a shady spot and achieving a height of 8' even though it's grown in a pot. We love the leaves and the warm orange flowers. Will only do outside in the very mildest locations and intensely dislikes cold winds or too much direct sun. Half-hardy down to -3C.

A most unusual climbing Aloe which brings drama and interest to the tropical bed of a conservatory. It has flowered twice with us lastyear, despite the awful weather and is a collector's item for the connoisseur. Flower spikes are at least 10" long. 2l pot

We put ours outdoors in pots in the summer where their lovely spiral buds slowly unfurl rather like a vegetable steamer! Must be taken into a frost-free greenhouse for the winter 2l. pot

This is a very attractive twining, climbing plant for the conservatory where it can go to about -2 degrees. Its beauty is a bit of a trick as it's known as the cruel plant because it traps insects by their tongues in its gently scented, pretty white flowers. The upside is that it lets them go later! 2l. pot

This evergreen, clump-forming perennial has spikes of deep purply-blue flowers up to around 3' tall . It's ideal for growing in pots, especially as it's borderline hardy, though it has been known to take -5C for very short periods. Grow in full sun in humus rich soil or compost which is well drained. Bring indoors for winter in cold areas. 2l pot

Known as Dutchman's Pipe, a vigorous climber for the conservatory. We've seen it flowering outdoors in the CIs but won't take frost. Big impact plant with pink mottled flowers and silver-spotted, smaller, more rounded leaves than A. grandiflora. 2l. pot

A deciduous vine for the conservatory or green house, this extraordinary plant has cream flowers with a brown mottling to them and large, pointed leaves. It's a very handsome if rather triffid-like plant with a strange smell! 2l pot spring 2010

An evergreen New Zealand native with sprays of starry flowers, best suited for a conservatory though it might overwinter in the mildest UK gardens.

An evergreen houseplant/conservatory plant which can be used outside in summer in a shady position. This is also known as the fuchsia begonia or the wax plant. Deep pink fuchsia-like flowers for a long period. Pendulous, so pretty in hanging baskets and tubs etc. Keep compost moist but let dry out slightly between waterings. Like all begonias best in shade/part shade. Frost tender, so take into the conservatory or frost-free greenhouse for winter. 9cm pot.

A most unusual, hard-to-find, Begonia for the plantsman. Needs frost proof protection in winter. 9cm pot. This has been so popular that we're busily propagating more as fast as we can! Keep your plant in some dappled shade and it would benefit from being outside in summer.  They can't take frost but they don't like being in direct sun, either. Over-winter it in a frost-free greenhouse and when watering make sure to let it drain really well, keeping it only just moist both winter and summer.  It will need less watering in winter, obviously.  If it needs re-potting later we suggest a half and half mixture of a coarse, free-draining compost with a peaty one for nourishment. 2 litre pot

Related to the Agaves, this has red flowers with green tips, borne on red stems. Tender and grows best in light shade or sun and well drained soil. This is a very eye-catching and unusual plant. We had one outside that only gave up in the winter of 08/09. 2l pot

This native of Brazil is a house plant in this country though it's said to be frost hardy to -5C. Flowers can be produced at any time of year and though we can't vouch for it personally, we're told that putting the plant in a plastic bag with a ripe apple will force it into flower within in a month or two. Normally, the 'vase' of the flower should be kept filled with water but if using the apple method, don't do this as it will result in too much humidity. Place in partial shade to indirect light and plant in well draining compost or a bromeliad compost.

The same flowers as its plain leaf cousin and requiring the same treatment, though they will stand quite a bit of neglect. This one has beautifully variegated leaves.

This is a tender plant with neat foliage, though in the mildest parts of the country it may be safe outside.. It twines through other shrubs or supports and bears greeny-yellow or cream bell shaped, long flowers. These are followed by very attractive large, rich blue, shining berries. 2l pot.

What can one say except that this gorgeous plant has to be among the conservatory favourites. It takes everyone straight back to memories of their hot summer holidays and a cool glass of something on a Bougainvillea draped terrace. Not as rampant as most, so perfect for indoors. Keep dry in winter and only start watering again when growth re-starts. They love sun but don't like to be in extreme heat, so can go outside on a frame in a good summer. A compost such as John Innes No 3 mixed with gravel to aid drainage is a good growing medium. 2l pot

A delicate apricot coloured, large, trumped shaped flower with the usual delicious scent which is usually released at around 5pm here. 2l pot

A delicate pale yellow and as the picture shows, covered in blooms. This plant is over 12' tall and is 3 years old but we suggest that they should be trimmed back by about a third each year which gives a bushier, well-shaped plant. This one has at least 100 flowers on it and in summer they require a lot of watering and feeding but again must be able to drain. In winter, keep watering only just ticking over. 2l

A classic white Brugmansia which releases a heavenly scent every evening at around 5pm. All the Brugmansias are tender and while they can be out in a warm summer they must have frost protection in winter. 2l pot

A classic white Brugmansia which releases a heavenly scent every evening at around 5pm. All the Brugmansias are tender and while they can be out in a warm summer they must have frost protection in winter. 2l pot

This Brugmansia has beautiful peachy flowers and very attractive variegated leaves. Brugmansia or Datura as they are more commonly known will easily grow to 6ft in a year. Brugmansia are gross feeders and should be fed almost continuously. Pot them up in a pot 12-18 “ and enjoy them on your terrace during summer then put them in a light, frost free place for the winter. They don't need pruning unless they get out of shape and this can affect flowering as they only flower after the stem has forked. NB they are classified ‘harmful if eaten’ but the seed pods are the main culprits and our UK climate means they rarely set seed here. 2l pot

Unusual evergreen spiny shrub with large panicles of small, white, strongly scented summer flowers loved by bees. Ornamental dark brown seed capsules in autumn. Grows to 14' in its native Australia. Needs winter protection except in mildest coastal gardens. Sunny position, edge of woodland, loamy soils, moisture retentive.

This Canna has a very tropical, almost gaudily coloured leaf which brings an exotic touch to any garden. It's a favourite with everyone who sees it and planted in large clumps, it's truly spectacular or plant in pots for display on a terrace. Prepare the soil well, Cannas are greedy plants and while they'll grow in almost any soil, they need feeding. The best position for a Canna is a warm corner sheltered from wind which can tear the leaves. In most parts of UK they're probably best lifted for the winter and kept dry and frost-free. Divide in spring before re-planting. 2 - 3 litre pots

Bright golden yellow flowers with orange feathering, stronger towards the middle of the flower. A sumptuous variety which should be grown more widely. 2- 3l pot Prepare the soil well, Cannas are greedy plants and while they'll grow in almost any soil, they need feeding from time to time. The best position for a Canna is a warm corner sheltered from wind which can tear the leaves. In most parts of UK they're probably best lifted for the winter and kept dry and frost-free. Divide in spring before re-planting.

Tall, upright perennial with dark purplish red stems, yellow-green leaves and large orange flowers, midsummer to early autumn. Clump forming. Plant in sheltered warm site and water often in growing season. In autumn lift and store in frost-free place. In milder gardens, leave in ground but cover with dry mulch. Soil types: chalky, loamy, sandy, clay moist ut well-drained. Full sun. Frost tender.

Named by Raymond as the original was brought here by a friend who had been to Lesotho. Next thing we knew it was in the Plant Finder from another nursery! Prepare the soil well, Cannas are greedy plants and while they'll grow in almost any soil, they need feeding from time to time. The best position for a Canna is a warm corner sheltered from wind which can tear the leaves. In most parts of UK they're probably best lifted for the winter and kept dry and frost-free. Divide in spring before re-planting. 2 - 3l pot

Very pretty small and tender shrub with pendant carmine tubular flowers in spring. Half hardy to frost tender in mild locations but better in a conservatory in winter, given the winters we've had. Full sun, warm sheltered site, fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Loamy compost in greenhouse and lots of light. H8' S 5'-8'

A beautiful and generously flowering wall shrub in sheltered areas. With us, this grows to about 8' tall. Needs a sunny wall and well drained but moisture retaining soil if grown outside. Ours is still flowering outside in October. Tender. 2l. pot

An evergreen shrub that is perfect for a conservatory or very sheltered warm wall in a frost-free garden. The lovely deep red tubular flowers are borne in panicles on arching branches, in spring inside or summer outdoors. 2 litre pots.

This charming evergreen shrub is also known as Queen of the Night. It has a very sweet scent which it releases on warm summer evenings, stealing gently across the garden. The flowers are small and creamy white and the leaves are a glossy dark green. It needs some winter protection in all but the mildest gardens, so we suggest planting it in a tub or urn and moving it into a frost free environment for the winter. Place it in full sun. H&S 3' - 4'. 2l pot late March.

We think we're the only stockists of this rarity in this country. In hotter climates, it grows into a large tree but here is to be grown as an evergreen conservatory shrub. Long, glabrous, dark green leaves with racemes of fragrant yellowish white flowers in June and July.

Our most mature plant is 5' h & s in our greenhouse. Not a hardy plant, it is a most attractive conservatory plant with a lovely scent and is very unusual. 2l. pot

A most unusual tropical, evergreen shrub with large, corrugated, heart-shaped leaves and spectacularly lovely flowers. This is best grown up a pillar or other support in a conservatory and must not be allowed to go below 12C. Sun or part shade but not direct sun if under glass. May produce blue bean-like fruits in autumn. Fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Keep on the dry side in winter.

Enchanting butterfly style flowers cover this tender shrub throughout summer. If it was hardy we could sell it by the ton. As it is, it makes a gorgeous conservatory plant and attracts a lot of attention. Can also be grown as a standard. 3l pot

aka lobster claw & parrot bill, this attractive and exotic looking shrub looks best against a sunny wall in a very mild frost-free garden, or on a conservatory wall. Deeply pinnate leaves & white 'hooked' flowers. Sunny position, free draining soil. H approx 6'. 2 litre pot

This is a glamorous, dark leaved plant which grows very rapidly and has huge, heart shaped leaves. It will be happy in summer with just the roots at the margin of a pond and it's a heavy feeder. But don't let the collar where the leaves emerge get wet. New leaves are green, steadily turning such a dark purple as to be almost black. 2l pot

This shrub grows to about 2’ tall with glossy green leaves 3” long. It has typical Cuphea long tubular flowers in orange and yellow. Half-hardy. 2l pot