Two plants caught my eye on the way out today.
First off was this red Abutilon or Chinese Lantern. This variety is called Lucky Lantern Red, these versions only grow to about 30cm x 30cm, making them ideal for pots. Abutilons just about flower all year long.
Gardenia White Goddess living up to her name with stunningly fragrant flowers. This variety can grow up to 1.5 mt high and is best tip pruned regularly to encourage bushy growth. Many believe Gardenia need to be grown in the shade, and while they can certainly be used in a shady spot, they grow best in a warm and sunny position.
The latest trend in plants is lush, glossy green foliage, meaning gardenia's have become very popular over the last couple of years.