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Clematis<\/em> \u2018Lunar lass\u2019<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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An evergreen clematis scrambling to only about 60cm in height but covering itself in scented flowers in the spring, perfect for an April flower. As with many of these New Zealand hybrids the leaves look tough and leathery but the plants actually need a sheltered spot and are usually considered to be conservatory plants, or grown as patio plants brought in for the winter. I grow mine in a very well-drained raised bed under cover but open on all sides where it scrambles through low-growing daphnes. Height<\/strong> 60cm. Origin<\/strong> New Zealand. Conditions<\/strong> Well-drained soil in a sheltered site, ideally south- or west-facing; full sun. Hardiness<\/strong> RHS H2, USDA 7a-9b. Season of interest<\/strong> Late winter and spring for flowers.<\/p>
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Epimedium grandiflorum<\/em> \u2018Nanum\u2019<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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One of the smallest, if not the smallest,\u00a0 of epimediums, reaching only 15cm in height when in flower, with a later flush of leaves growing a little higher. The combination of a dome of dapper leaflets each margined with a border of purple red, beneath sprays of large, pure-white flowers opening from pink-flushed stems and buds, is a jewel-like joy of spring. Not surprisingly such beauty bears close scrutiny so this plant looks especially good when potted and placed at eye level. Height<\/strong> 20cm. Origin<\/strong> Japan. Conditions<\/strong> Open, well-drained soil; shade to part shade. Hardiness<\/strong> RHS H5, USDA 4a-8b. Season of interest<\/strong> an April flower that\u2019s best for spring mainly, summer foliage.<\/p>
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Adiantum pedatum<\/em> \u2018Japonicum\u2019<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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A hardy maidenhair fern with the most amazing burnished copper-coloured young foliage. This colouration gradually fades to green over a period of three to four weeks. In the best forms, which are worth seeking out for an April plant, it unfurls its croziers a really rich colour but this can vary in its intensity from season to season, depending perhaps on weather conditions or light levels. Makes a lovely clump of foliage throughout the summer and is one of my favourite smaller ferns. Height<\/strong> 45cm. Origin<\/strong> Japan. Conditions<\/strong> Best in a good woodland soil; part shade. Hardiness<\/strong> RHS H5, USDA 6a-8b. Season of interest<\/strong> Best in spring, but still good in summer.<\/p>\n