GALANTHUS, Amaryllidaceae.
nivalis ‘S. Arnott’ Our local snowdrop named after Samuel Arnott, Provost of Dumfries in the late 1800’s, robust and scented with broad rounded petals, potgrown £3.20

GALTONIA, Hyacinthaceae.
viridiflora ( species ex. Lesotho) Hardy autumn flowering bulb from seed collected in Lesotho, pale green bells to 2’, litres £4.20

GENTIANA, Gentianaceae.
triflora horoshumensis Usually associated with rock gardens this taller late summer flowering species is suitable for a choice sunny position in the border, rare variation with paler blue flowers in all the leaf axils towards the top of the 2’ stems £4.20

GERANIUM, Geraniaceae.
An invaluable group of plants ranging from vigorous ground cover to delicate rock-garden species, every shade from rich reds and blues to soft pinks and white, flowering May to July except where stated.
aristatum Unusual species bearing large white flowers with the pink-veined petals swept back from a central cluster of stamens, summer and autumn, 18”, 1.5 litres £4.80
clarkei ‘Kashmir White’ White flowers with mauve-pink veining, good autumn colour and ground cover, 15” £2.50
c. ‘Mount Stewart’ After years of stock building we can now offer this rare form that came up as a chance seedling in the Mairi Garden at Mount Stewart, Co. Down, large white flowers heavily veined and suffused pink, 15’’ £4.50
dalmaticum Diminutive carpeter bearing large pink flowers, red autumn colour, 4’’ £2.50
erianthum ‘Cally Form’ Outstanding form of this compact species now offered for the first time, dark-veined blue flowers and exceptional red, orange and yellow autumn colour, 12’’ £4.20
himalayense Easy rewarding species making a 12” deep slowly spreading carpet of lobed leaves, large flowers for the size of the plant, three varieties offered:
h. ‘Baby Blue’ Very large violet-blue flowers, per clump £3.50
h. ‘Birch Double’ Blowzy double flowers of a deep blue-purple £2.80
h. ‘Pale Irish Blue’ Seedling from ‘Irish Blue’ with flowers of an even paler softer blue, 12”, litres £4.20
macrorrhizum Perhaps the most versatile ground cover plant available, soon makes a 12’’deep carpet of aromatic leaves red and yellow in autumn, flowers in early summer, grows anywhere – sun or shade, wet or dry, three varieties offered:
m. ‘Freundorf’ New low growing variety with delicate pale pink flowers and outstanding autumn colour, 12” £2.80
m. ‘Lohfelden’ Compact variety with white flowers veined pink, 8’’ £2.50
m. ‘Ridsko’ Smooth somewhat glossy leaves give a different texture, bright pink flowers, 12’’, 1.5 litres £4.20
magnificum ‘Rosemoor’ A darker violet-blue form of this reliable plant, covered with flowers in July and August, 18’’ £2.80
oxonianum ‘Phoebe’s Blush’ Pure warm pink flowers without veining, a lovely shade, good ground cover, 18’’ £2.50
o. ‘Pale Walter’s Gift’ Near white flowers over leaves with conspicuous dark centres, orange-brown in spring, a new seedling from our 1990 introduction now offered for the first time, 15’’ £2.80
phaeum Mourning Widow, soon makes a large clump of soft green leaves even in deep shade, long upright stems to 2’ bearing flowers in many subtle colours, four forms offered:
p. ‘Rose Madder’ The flowers are an extraordinary brownish old rose, unique shade, 2’ £2.80
p. ‘Margaret Wilson’ Scarce compact form with brilliant yellow new growth veined light green, mature leaves greener but conspicuous all season, pale purple flowers, 12’’ £3.20
p. ‘Mourning Widow’ Our introduction previously listed as ‘Black Form’, flowers of a purple so dark that it looks black, compact growth to 2’ £2.80
p. ‘Taff’s Jester’ Attractive variegated form with the occasional leaf all bright creamy yellow, pale purple flowers, 2’6” £3.20
soboliferum ‘Cally Strain’ Bright pink flowers from June to September over fine cut leaves which are orange in autumn and when emerging in spring, from my 1995 trip to Russia, 12”, 1.5 litres £5.20
‘Phillipe Vapelle’ G. renardii hybrid with blue flowers veined deep purple, sage green textured leaves, 12” £2.80

GEUM, Rosaceae.
Strong colours in early summer with some later flowers.
‘Herterton Primrose’ Recent introduction with lots of clear lemon yellow flowers, 15’’ £3.20
‘Lionel Cox’ Old variety bearing primrose yellow flowers from brown buds, 12’’ £2.50
species ex. India New collection with unusual foliage, leaflets of various sizes are arranged irregularly along a 12’’ midrib, lots of small yellow flowers into autumn, 20’’ £2.80

GLADIOLUS, Iridaceae.
Hardy summer flowering species with small delicately coloured flowers, quite unlike the florists’ varieties.
abyssinicus Flowers with red upper petals and green lower ones, fine new introduction that should prove hardy, small potgrown seedlings, 2’ £3.20
cardinalis Spectacular arching spikes of crimson flowers with three white patches on the lower petals, hardy, July onwards, 2’ £2.80
flanaganii The flowers of this hardy high altitude species are a lovely carmine-red, 2’ £3.50
tristis Pale yellow fragrant flowers in early summer, sunny sheltered position or good in a pot, 15” £2.80

HEDYCHIUM, Zingiberaceae.
These relatives of the culinary ginger are hardy with a leafy winter mulch, intricate heads of scented flowers and large exotic leaves give a tropical feel to the late summer garden.
densiflorum ‘Assam Orange’ Bears 6” spikes of scented pale orange flowers in autumn, arching narrow leaves, 3’, litres £4.20
forrestii The largest and most imposing hardy ginger, 9” spikes of fragrant pure white flowers over long narrow drooping dark green leaves, 6’, litres 6.20

HELIOPSIS, Asteraceae.
helianthoides ‘Summer Nights’ Golden yellow flowers with reddish orange centres in late summer, dark foliage purple-red in spring, 4’ £2.80

HELLEBORUS, Ranunculaceae.
orientalis ‘Early Purple’ (‘Atrorubens’) Usually the earliest hellebore, the dark reddish purple flowers are a welcome sight around Christmas, 15”, 1.5 litre pots from divisions 6.20

HEMEROCALLIS, Hemerocallidaceae.
Day Lily, lots of trumpet-shaped flowers in summer, easy and reliable in most soils, sun or part shade.
fulva ‘Kwanso Variegata’ We have a good stock of this rare old variety originally imported from Japan in 1864, leaves streaked white, soft orange flowers, 3’6’’, divisions 5.80
lilioasphodelus Simple clear yellow trumpets with a lovely fragrance, especially at night, 2’6’’ £2.80
‘Lullaby Baby’ Delicately coloured pale yellow flowers shaded peach, 3’, divisions £4.20
‘Sir Blackstem’ Rare variety with yellow flowers streaked chestnut brown on the outside, black stems, 2’6”, litres £4.50

HIERACEUM, Asteraceae.
aurantiacum Hawkweed, although too invasive for the border this plant’s rich orange flowers look wonderful naturalised in rough grass, and it will provide ground cover in very dry soil, 12’’ £2.40

HORMINUM, Lamiaceae.
pyrenaicum ‘Dark Form’ Mat-forming perennial with dark blue flower spikes over textured leaves in summer, this rare variety has much darker flowers, 10’’ £2.80

HOSTA, Hostaceae.
‘Cally Atom’ This new miniature Hosta, from seed obtained in Japan, has mystified the Hosta experts; large pale lilac flowers on 9”-12” stems over fine blue-grey heart-shaped leaves 2”-3” across, small plants £3.20

IBERIS, Brassicaceae.
sempervirens ‘Elfenreigen’ Pure white candytuft flowers over a spreading mat of dark evergreen leaves, early summer, 6” £2.80

IMPATIENS, Balsaminaceae.
Perennial balsams from the mountains of Africa and China with fascinating spurred flowers in late summer.
* apiculata Large pink flowers freely born outside in summer and all winter under frost-free glass, my collection from The Rwenzori Mts., 4’, 1.5 litres £4.80
arguta Soft mauve pitcher-shaped flowers with curled spurs, red tinted foliage, hardy, 2’ £2.80
*niamniamensis ‘Congo Cockatoo’ Extraordinary flowers combining red, yellow and pale lime green are produced all year under glass, easy and fast growing, 3’, litres £4.20
*kilimanjari Soft dusky red flowers with yellow markings on the lower petals and violet stamens, 15’’ £2.80
*pseudoviola x kilimanjari Attractive fuchsia pink flowers with yellow markings all year, 15” £2.40
*p. x k. ‘Linda’s White’ New seedling with beautifully shaped ivory white flowers, 15’’ £2.80
*rothii Exciting new introduction from the highlands of Ethiopia, lovely soft pink flowers in late summer, grows like I. tinctoria and should be as hardy, 4’ £4.50
*ugandense Large pure white flowers each with a carmine blotch, rosettes of bright green leaves, 3’, 1.5 litres £4.80
uniflora Unusual hardy species with dainty pink flowers, 2’ £2.40
species ex China Cream and white flowers in autumn over leaves with a silvery sheen, soon makes a big clump in damp soil and shade, 2’ £2.80

INCARVILLEA, Bignoniaceae.
The large Gloxinia-like flowers are conspicuous in early summer, for full sun and good drainage.
delavayi ‘Alba’ Large white flowers with yellow centres, 18” £2.80mairei
‘Pink Form’ (Previously listed as I. delavayi ‘Bees’ Pink’) Massive pink trumpets on a plant only 12’’ tall, small plants £2.50

INULA, Asteraceae.
ensifolia ‘Compacta’ Neat 12’’ mound of dark foliage bearing light yellow flowers with many narrow petals around a large golden centre £2.80
hookeri Soft yellow flowers with many narrow petals like a sunburst, 2’6”, divisions £2.50
racemosa Spectacular late flowering perennial with massive leaves and 4’ long spikes of clear yellow daisies well into October, 8’, large divisions £5.20

IRIS, Iridaceae.
Lovely genus, fine sword-shaped or grassy foliage compensates for generally short season in flower, early summer.
chrysographes ‘Black Form’ Velvety deep purple flowers that look black, 2’, divisions £2.80
confusa ‘Martyn Rix’ Confusingly unlike an iris with broad fans of leaves at the top of 2’-3’ bamboo-like stems, this vigorous form has blue flowers, for a sheltered spot, litres £4.20
cristata ‘Alba’ Scarce miniature species producing white flowers in early summer from slowly creeping rhizomes, 6’’ £2.80
ensata ‘Pink Frost’ Soft pink flowers with broad petals, successful in good retentive soil as well as by water, 2’6”, litres £3.80
forrestii Delightful lemon yellow flowers over grassy leaves, 2’, litres £4.20
fulva Flowers of a unique pinkish brown in July and August, rarely offered, full sun, 2’, litres £4.20
japonica ‘Rudolph Spring’ Scarce variety for some shade and shelter, bright blue orchid-like flowers over fans of glossy dark evergreen leaves, 18’’ £3.20
latifolia ‘Wild Collected’ The English Iris actually comes from the Pyrenees where the seed for these plants was collected, violet-blue flowers, plant 4’’ deep in soil that does not dry out, 18’’ £2.80
orientalis Large well formed white flowers with a yellow blotch on the falls, needs full sun, summer, 4’6”, divisions £2.80
pseudacorus These forms of the Yellow Flag will thrive with little attention in shallow water or the open border of not too dry, early summer flowering, bold upright foliage:
p. ‘Alba’ Pale cream flowers, 4’, litres £3.80
p. ‘Roy Davidson’ Lush foliage and yellow flowers netted brown, 5’, divisions £3.50
sibirica ‘Caesar’ This old deep blue Siberian Iris has become scarce, best in moist soil and sun, 3’ £3.20
spuria ‘A. W. Tait’ Freely born lavender blue flowers amongst greyish leaves, for full sun, 4’, divisions £3.20
wattii Very distinct and rare, broad fans of leaves held horizontally at the top of 3-4’ bamboo-like stems, frilled white flowers with orange markings in June, for a sheltered spot or cool glass, litres £5.20
Bearded Iris, large flowers over grey-green foliage in early summer, plant the rhizomes half exposed in well drained soil and sun:
‘Black Swan’ Sumptuous large velvety dark purple flowers that look black, 2’6’’ £3.50
‘Blue Denim’ Dwarf variety with true blue flowers to 9’’ £2.80
‘English Cottage’ Outstanding variety with large white flowers suffused pale mauve-blue, strong spicy scent, summer and autumn, 2’ £3.20
‘Langport Wren’ Short bearded iris with unusual deep reddish brown flowers, 18’’ £2.80

KNIPHOFIA, Asphodelaceae.
foliosa Scarce pale yellow red hot poker from Ethiopia, 3’ £3.50
rooperi ‘Cally Torch’ Exceptionally free flowering selection of this unusual species with spherical flower heads rather than spikes, pale orange in bud opening yellow, first time offered, 1.5 litres £6.50
thomsonii A very different looking species with curved tubular soft orange flowers spaced an inch or so apart on the spike like an Aloe, summer and autumn, hardy, 4’6” £4.20

LAMIUM, Lamiaceae.
maculatum ‘Red Nancy’ Pink flowers on a mat of silvery white leaves edged green, not invasive, 6” £2.50

LATHYRUS, Papilionaceae.
aureus ‘Cally Variegated’ Leaves heavily streaked cream and pink, this new introduction is probably the best of many variegated plants that have occurred at Cally, unusual fawn coloured pea flowers in early summer, 15’’ £3.80
davidii Grown from seed collected in the Russian Far East, this unusual semi-climbing species sends up 2’-4’ stems with large pale green leaves terminating in tendrils which catch on to nearby plants, fawn coloured flowers in summer £3.20
venetus Unusual easy species with good heads of small pink flowers in early summer, 12’’ £3.20
vernus Invaluable early spring flowering plant making a 15” mound covered with purple-blue pea flowers in March, from division, 1.5 litres £4.80
v. ‘Alboroseus’ Attractive pink and white form from division, 12”, 1.5 litres £4.80

LAVATERA, Malvaceae.
thuringiaca ‘Ice Cool’ Warm white soundly perennial herbaceous mallow that flowers in late summer, 4’, 1.5 litres £5.20

LEUCANTHEMELLA, Asteraceae.
serotina (Chrysanthemum serotinum) Perhaps the best large hardy perennial for white flowers in October, masses of pure white daisies to 5’6”, divisions £2.50

LEUCANTHEMUM, Asteraceae.
superbum ‘Brightside’ Classic single brilliant white Shasta Daisy from seed, good for cutting, 2’6’’ £2.80

LIATRIS, Asteraceae.
pycnostachya Spikes of reddish purple flowers a foot long, unusually flowering begins at the top of the spike, summer, 3’, 1.5 litres £4.20

LIBERTIA, Iridaceae.
‘Nelson Dwarf’ True miniature making a tiny mound of dark green leaves and white flowers, all under 6’’ £3.80
formosa Soon makes a large clump of evergreen grassy leaves, white flowers in early summer, good in some shade, 3’, litres £4.20
‘Amazing Grace’ Long dark olive green leaves make a graceful arching mound conspicuous in winter, sprays of white flowers above the leaves in summer, 3’ £3.50

LIGULARIA, Asteraceae.
Stately tall perennials with large rounded leaves, for moist soil or half shade.
palmatiloba Choice hybrid bearing large heads of clear orange daisies followed by fluffy pale brown seedheads, late summer, 6’, divisions £4.20
‘Zepter’ Rare variety with massive spikes of closely packed yellow flowers in summer, 5’, divisions 5.80

LILIUM, Liliaceae.
lancifolium fortunei This rare giant tiger lily bears as many as 40 black spotted orange flowers in September, 6’, 1.5 litres £5.20

LIMONIUM, Plumbaginaceae.
platyphyllum ‘Violetta’ Sea Lavender with deeper blue flowers from silvery buds, large leathery leaves, 15”, 1.5 litres £4.80

LOBELIA, Campanulaceae.
A fine genus for rich glowing colours late in the year, best in fertile soil not dry in summer.
*bequaertii The most impressive of the afroalpine giant Lobelias from the Rwenzori Mts.,Uganda; after gathering strength for several years the rosette produces a massive broad spike containing thousands of blue flowers that are pollinated by malachite sunbirds, a considerable challenge to grow, 10’ £3.80
siphilitica Sturdy 3’ stems set with mauve-blue flowers in late summer, hardy, 1.5 litres £4.20
s. ‘Alba’ Fine pure white form from division, hardy, 3’, 1.5 litres £4.20
‘Monet Moment’ Spikes of clear lilac pink flowers, green leaves, hardy, 3’ £3.20

LYCHNIS, Caryophyllaceae.
chalcedonica ‘Flore Pleno’ Rare fully double form with perfect reddish orange rosettes in summer, 3’, litres £5.20

LYSIMACHIA, Primulaceae.
ciliata ‘Firecracker’ Clear light yellow flowers over dark reddish brown foliage, 3’, 1.5 litres £4.80

MALVA, moschata ‘Romney Marsh’,
see Althaea officinalis.

MANDRAGORA, Solanaceae..
officinarum Big hairy leaves and greenish white flowers followed by yellow fruit, a curiosity long associated with witchcraft, 12”, litres £4.20

MECONOPSIS, Papaveraceae.
cambrica ‘Frances Perry’ Pale orange form of the usually yellow Welsh Poppy, fresh green cut leaves, 18’’ £2.80
c. ‘Muriel Brown’ Rare darker orange double form with a cluster of extra petals in the centre, 15’’, selected seedlings £3.50
‘ Lingholm’ Larger, deeper blue flowers than the usual Himalayan Blue Poppy, and more perennial, early June, 4’ £3.20

MEEHANIA, Lamiaceae.
urticifolia Easy leafy ground cover for shade with attractive mauve-blue flowers in early summer, 15”, 1.5 litres £4.50

MENTHA, Lamiaceae.
requienii Intensely aromatic tiny-leaved carpeting mint, small blue flowers, 1’’ £2.50

MOLOPOSPERMUM, Apiaceae.
peloponnesiacum Superb perennial umbel with bright green fine cut leaves, white flowers followed by pale yellow fruit, small pot grown seedlings, 5’ £2.80

MONARDA, Lamiaceae.
menthaefolia Richly aromatic perennial with mop-heads of hooded soft mauve flowers over grey-green leaves, summer, 2’6’’ £2.80

MORAEA, Iridaceae.
robusta Large pale yellow iris-like flowers in summer, rare species from wild collected seed, 15” £4.20