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Dense mound-forming shrub with aromatic deep green leaves. Deep blue flowers produced in clusters from July to September. Average height 2-3ft. Full sun. Hardy. Deer proof. Attract butterflies.

Common name: Aralia An evergreen shrub with distinctive finely cut, deeply divided foliage that gives a more graceful appearance to the normal Fatsia japonica. It produces clusters of cream flowers...

Common name: Michaelmas Daisy An upright, perennial with narrow, dark green leaves. Bears masses of long lasting clear lavender-blue daisy-like flowerheads on stout stems. Average height 3ft, spread...

Common name: Siberian Bugloss A tough plant that is understated yet beautiful with large, elegant, heart-shaped silvery leaves. It produces dainty white flowers in spring. Average height 1.5-2ft...