Interesting, Unusual and Yellow in Linda's Garden

I do enjoy growing or at least trying to grow unusual plants, often from seed or cuttings.  The results may take several years to come to fruition but are usually worth the wait.

Here are a few in flower at the moment.

This is Thermopsis, a hardy perennial that comes into flower in March and continues for several months gradually growing taller.  I grew this from seed many years ago  and have found that it's ideal for giving some early colour,  planted at the back of a late flowering border.  

Saruma henryi, also known as Upright Wild Ginger, originates from China and likes a shady, moist but well drained position. It has been happily growing under my Pine tree for a few years now.  It comes straight into flower as the leaves unfold and seems to carry on right into summer.

Erysimum cheiri 'Harpur Crewe' apparently dates from Elizabethan times but was rediscovered by the Rev. Harpur Crewe in the 1800s.  It is distinctive in having double flowers and is fragrant.  It's now been in flower for 2 months and still going strong.  I will be taking cuttings later in the year.

Finally Piptanthus nepalensis, also called Evergreen Laburnum. It's a medium sized shrub that I also grew from seed. It has black stems which contrast well with the bright yellow pea flowers.  It is supposed to be hardy but just in case I grow it against a south facing wall protected from most frosts.  This came into flower in early April and will carry on for several weeks more.

Best wishes

Linda