Ophiopogon japonicus 'Silver Mist' (Mondo Grass 'Silver Mist'): Grass-like evergreen perennial with variegated strappy leaves. Lavender flower spikes in the summer followed by black berries. Hardy. Up to 30cm.

Primula sieboldii: Mixed colour range of pink, purples and white flowers above a rosette of crinkled green leaves. Best grown in moist shade. Hardy. To 30cm.

Primula x bulleesiana: Candelabra primula with upright tall stems of mixed bright orange-yellow, pink and purple flowers from a rosette of green leaves. Hardy. Up to 60cm.