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A sterile selection, it does not set seed, which means it flowers for considerably longer than the straight species — an advantage that makes it one of the most reliable and floriferous forms available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners’ World was famously discovered by Geoff Hamilton whilst filming for the television programme. Silver-leaved and drought-adapted, it thrives in full sun in well-drained soil. 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