First Editions™ is a plant programme for unique and innovotive new plant introductions.  See below for details of Alyogyne Magic Moments, Coprosma Pacifid Sunset, Diervilla Cool Splash, Physocarpus Little Devil, Spirea Sundrop and Yucca Bright Star.
       

Alyogyne Magic Moments

A native of Australia and closely related to Hibiscus.  This evergreen has bright green finely divided foliage and freely produces beautiful blooms throughout the summer into autumn.  Best in a sunny and sheltered spot and with its compact well branched habit is ideal for a patio planter.  Eventual height and spread 1.5m.  Hardy to -5C.

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Coprosma Pacific Sunset

A truly outstanding new plant discovered on our nursery as a sport of Pacific Night.  The colour is at its most intense in spring and again in late autumn.  Coprosma Pacific Sunset has a compact and neat habit and is perfect in patio containers.  Hardy to -5C. Winner of Best in Show at Glee 2009 and winner for Most Successful New Plant 2010 at the Garden Retail Awards.

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Diervilla Cool Splash

Developed in the USA this is the first ever variegated Diervilla.  Every garden has a dry shady spot that can be brightened with Cool Splash™.  The crisp white variegation is eyecatching in shade but also thrives in full sun.  Diervilla Cool Splash™ is related to Weigela and is hardy, easy to grow and keeps its fresh green variegation well into autumn.  Tiny yellow flowers May/June.  Height and spread 1x1m in 5 years.

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Bred in the US by David Zlesak, this is a truly compact opulifolius form.  With an eventual height of just 90-120cm Little Devil is perfect for the smaller urban garden or where space is limited.  The rich plum-purple foliage acts as a great foil to Shrubs and Perennials alike and the white pink, button like blooms in June add another season of interest.  An easy care shrub for gardeners of all levels.  Hardy to -30C

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Spirea Sundrop

This little gem will add a drop of sunshine to any border and is a great recommendation for an easy care shrub.  Neat and compact with petite, bright golden foliage it will shine out in topical displays.  In early summer sprays of pink flowers are produced which make a smart contrast with the foliage that holds its colour well throughout the season.  Eventual height and spread 30 x 60 cm.  

Yucca Bright Star ('Walbristar')

Found as a sport of Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata', Bright Star is unique in its colouring; a soft green central bar is edged by a bright, butter yellow band, making this variety really shine out.  When temperatures drop the leaves take on attractive pink tints, adding an extra point of interest.  Once established flower spikes of pure white flowers appear from pink buds.  Best new plant at Essen.  Eventual height 50cm