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Erysimum 'Winter Orchid' Wallflower - 1Ltr Pot

£499
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Erysimum ‘Winter Orchid’ (Erysimum spp.) – 1L Pot

Erysimum ‘Winter Orchid’ is a charming, fragrant perennial known for its jewel-toned flowers in shades of orange, red, and purple. This wallflower brings vibrant colour and delightful scent to borders, containers, and cottage-style gardens from early spring into summer.

Key Features

  • Fragrant, multi-coloured blooms in orange, red, and purple

  • Compact, bushy perennial habit ideal for borders and containers

  • Long flowering season from early spring to early summer

  • Thrives in full sun for abundant blooms and strong growth

  • Prefers free-draining soil, tolerant of moderate dry spells once established

  • Low-maintenance and suitable for cottage gardens and mixed plantings

Product Description

Erysimum ‘Winter Orchid’ produces a profusion of warm-toned, scented flowers that brighten garden borders, patios, and containers. Its compact, bushy habit makes it ideal for small spaces while providing season-long visual appeal.

This hardy wallflower thrives in sunny, well-drained positions, tolerating a range of soils including chalk, clay, and loam, provided drainage is good. Regular deadheading encourages continuous flowering, while its sweet fragrance attracts pollinators, supporting biodiversity.

Perfect for cottage gardens, containers, and mixed planting schemes, Erysimum ‘Winter Orchid’ is a low-maintenance perennial that delivers vibrant colour and delightful scent, making it a standout choice for spring and early summer displays.

Specifications

  • Botanical name: Erysimum spp. ‘Winter Orchid’

  • Common name: Wallflower

  • Plant type: Perennial flowering plant

  • Pot size: 1L

  • Flower colour: Orange, red, purple jewel tones

  • Foliage: Green, bushy

  • Growth habit: Compact, bushy perennial

  • Ultimate height: 40–50 cm

  • Ultimate spread: 30–40 cm

  • Sunlight: Full sun

  • Soil type: Free-draining soil

  • Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline

  • Garden use: Borders, cottage gardens, containers, mixed plantings

  • Hardy: Yes, tolerant of light frost

Care Tips

  • Plant in sunny, free-draining soil in spring or early autumn

  • Water regularly during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging

  • Deadhead faded flowers to encourage continued blooming

  • Lightly trim back after flowering to maintain shape and support regrowth

  • Mulch in spring and winter to retain moisture and protect roots

  • Stake only if exposed to strong winds

  • Feed with a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring and mid-summer

Add Erysimum ‘Winter Orchid’ to your garden for long-lasting, jewel-toned colour and enchanting fragrance. Its compact habit, vibrant blooms, and low-maintenance nature make it perfect for borders, containers, and cottage-style plantings.

The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependent on season.

Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.

 

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Delivery

Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!

We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.

Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.

Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

Any more questions?

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How do I track my delivery?

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.

Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

Still have questions?

Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.