before finishing off the calendar year with a purple tint in Autumn

These evergreen shrubs bloom flowers profusely in spring followed by a second bloom in autumn

For the best yield

It produces small fruits in June-July which are edible but are most commonly enjoyed by the birds

Ligularia 'The Rocket' Calathea 'Ornata' before finishing off the calendarLigularia The Rocket is a striking perennial with tall, upright spires of deep yellow flowers held on black stems above large, heart shaped, toothed leaves. The bold foliage forms a substantial clump at the base, while the flower spikes shoot upwards in mid summer, adding height, drama, and strong vertical interest to borders and planting schemes. Its the kind of plant that instantly draws the eye and gives a more architectural feel to mixed beds.