Stars Among Hillier’s New Plant Launch for 2026

Hillier Nurseries announces its latest release of plants ahead of the 2026 season, with three of the varieties already shortlisted for the prestigious RHS Chelsea Plant of the Year award.

As demand for drought tolerant but compact planting options grows, Hillier has harnessed this need and cultivated four hardy and weather resilient plants that are guaranteed to bring colour and interest to any outdoor space.

Key points

• Fresh for 2026: Hillier Nurseries introduces a new season plant range, launching in May across its garden centres, all selected for reliability and modern garden appeal.
• Chelsea spotlight: Three varieties – Rosa persica ‘Amirose’, Pittosporum ‘Green Mound’ and Anisodontea ‘Candy Apple’ – are shortlisted for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Plant of the Year.
• Standout traits: Expect long flowering periods, compact habits for smaller spaces, drought tolerance and fragrant or pollinator-friendly features suited to contemporary gardening trends.
• Design-led planting: From bold reds and evolving bi-colour roses to soft pink nepeta alternatives, the collection reflects a shift toward versatile, low-maintenance plants that work in containers, borders and urban gardens.