10. Prunus ‘Kiki-Shidare-Zakuru’ (Flowering Cherry)
The stunning spring display of double pink blossoms is only one of the reasons ‘Cheal’s Weeping’ is one of the winning new flowering plants for this year. Come autumn, this flowering cherry will be a showpiece of orange-red foliage. It’s also a great plant for small spaces. From Pomona Fruits.
9. Verbena bonariensis ‘Lollipop’
Bees and butterflies love Verbena bonariensis, and they’re not the only ones. This mini Verbena from Thompson and Morgan allows the owner to enjoy a swaying haze of purple in a smaller space. At around half the normal height of verbena, you can pop it in a pot or place it near the front of a border.
8. Viola ‘Back to black’
The hunt for the perfect black flower continues with Johnson’s brand new Viola ‘Back to black’. These midnight-dark velvetine flowers will bring drama to any display, especially as they bloom for a long season.
7. Sweet Pea ‘Almost Black’
Yet another of the new flowering plants, this sweet pea has an operatic aesthetic. ‘Almost Black’ is a grandiflora sweet pea, though in reality it’s a deep burgundy-purple that would make a nice pairing with some of the many pink and white varieties available. And, of course, these being sweet peas, they smell fantastic too. From Kings Seeds.
6. Nasturtium ‘Bloody Mary’
Nasturtiums remain one of the best multi-purpose additions to the garden. Named ‘Bloody Mary’, this new variety in the Suttons’ seed book looks lovely and, in addition, its flowers and leaves make a canny supplement to every hangover-sufferer’s favourite tipple. Alternatively, you can go all out and try brewing nasturtium-infused vodka. Bottoms up!
5. Nemesia ‘Masquerade’
This rather unique new plant promises to be a nemesia with a difference. Each flower resembles a tiny spiked crown, hence the theatrical name of ‘Masquerade’. The truly curious thing, however, is its noticeably coconut-like scent. If that’s your thing, plant in hanging baskets or pots and indulge in a deep inhale. From Suttons.
4. Dahlia ‘Electric Flash’
If you want your garden to zing with energy and colour, consider these cactus dahlias, sold separately or as part of a mixed selection at D. T. Brown. Hot pink petal tips contrast with a custard yellow centre. The hottest ever addition to a hot border, perhaps.
3. Lupin ‘Snow Pixie’
At the other end of the colour spectrum is this soft and sophisticated dwarf lupin. A truly lovely annual, ‘Snow Pixie’ works well at the front of borders and releases a subtle, wafting scent. White flowers acquire the lightest of pink tints as the season progresses. From Suttons.
2. Edible Flower Mix
As fans of The Great British Bake Off will know, the trend for edible flowers is still going strong. Cue this new mix from Thompson and Morgan which will help even the most time-pressed gardener to achieve a classic cottage garden look, followed by the opportunity to make some very beautiful desserts. Calendulas, nasturtiums, dianthus and violas all feature in this colourful selection.
1. Echinacea ‘Green Twister’
The fervent embrace of coneflowers by Britain’s gardeners looks likely to continue with Thompson and Morgan adding this vibrant new variety to their catalogue. ‘Green Twister’ combines pulsating pink with lime green on petals that fan out to reveal the blood-red centre in all its glory.
If you enjoyed this roundup of stunning new flowering plants, take a look at the new flowers introduced at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019. Or get ideas on new fruit and vegetables to plant for 2019.
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