That shrub that has purple berries on in autumn, starts with a 'c' I think
Callicarpa also known as Beauty Berry.
http://www.bellevuebotanical.org/pla...h/P0000665.jpg
Ham House had a fantastic display of Salvia horminum in their kitchen
garden this summer.
http://www.mr-fothergills.co.uk/acatalog/1489-clr.jpg
I hope I can find a reason and place to grow it for myself.
Hope thats of some help.