By selecting suitable plants and shrubs you can extend the colour in your garden through late summer and well into the autumn. Plant now to lengthen the life of your summer borders and enjoy the results of your efforts.

 
Here is a list of some of our best late flowering plants:

Agapanthus

Agapanthus is a stunning plant from South Africa ranging in colour from pure white to deep blue.

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Canna Lilies

Canna Lilies an exotic plant that will give a tropical feel to your garden.

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Crocosmia

Crocosmia is an exotic plant in a variety of colours, provides good flowers for cutting.

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Dahlias

Dahlias are easy to grow and hardy, this traditional plant provides an abundance of colour.

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Hydrangea

Hydrangea provide bold splashes of colour, perfect for filling gaps.

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Phlox Paniculata

Phlox Paniculata is another easy to grow late flowering plant in a variety of colours.

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Rudbekia

Rudbekia is a striking plant that also provides good flowers for cutting.

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Verbascum

Verbascum is a large plant family with a lot of varieties, varying in height, structure and colour.