DavePoole Torquay wrote:
snip If you need something that remains at around 6ft. or so, maybe
you
should try Musella lasicarpa instead. It really seems to do well in a
pot, appears to be happiest when root-bound and makes a very handsome,
tight clump of large, blue green leaves. After several years, the
oldest growth will flower spectacularly - rather like a giant, golden
yellow artichoke, which lasts for months on end. A big tub of this is
far easier to protect in winter since the 'trunks' never grow much more
than 3ft. high.

As always, David hits the spot. I found this site with some
interesting exotics seeds on it and some are recommended either for
planting in pots or for growing as annuals. They sell the Musella David
recommends: http://www.jungleseeds.co.uk/
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Sacha
www.hillhousenursery.co.uk
South Devon