Achillea 'Paprika' (Yarrow 'Paprika'): As its name suggests, rich, dark orange flowerheads above ferny green foliage. Great in full sun and light soils. Height to 75cm

Achillea 'Terracotta' (Yarrow 'Terracotta'): A lovely, multi-hued variety opening warm orange and fading slowly to a rich cream. Full sun and light soil. Hardy. To 80cm

Kniphofia 'Drummore Apricot' (Red Hot Poker 'Drummore Apricot'): Tall spikes of apricot flowers fading to yellow. Strappy green foliage. Strong vertical statement in the summer border. Hardy. Up to 75cm.