Cottage gardens encompass all sorts of plants, from herbaceous perennials to shrubs and annuals, all planted closely together to create an informal, random appearance. They are often valued for their attractiveness to wildlife and informal growth habit. Try growing climbing plants over arbours and throw in a few herbs and fruit plants for a genuine look! We have a fabulous range of cottage garden plants, all representing excellent value for money. For tips and advice see our guide to growing perennial plants and view our informative video.
Geranium pratense 'Double Jewel' (Hardy)(Cranesbill) Exquisite double white, star-shaped flowers with contrasting pink-purple centres. This new introduction has neat, compact growth with a more upright habit than many other Geraniums, so it can even be grown in a container on the patio. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread 30cm (12"). Supplied as bare root plants. More info |
Geranium himalayense 'Plenum' (Hardy)(Cranesbill, Geranium himalayense 'Birch Double') Intense double violet-blue flowers adorn this vigorous hardy geranium. The distinctive dark green leaves with furrowed veining turn to a beautiful orange-red in autumn. Also known as 'Birch's Double', Geranium himalayense 'Plenum' make a wonderful addition to herbaceous borders where it's informal habit will create colourful ground cover, even in shady areas. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Size 1 bare roots supplied. More info |
Heuchera 'Blondie'(Coral Flower, Coral Bells) Dense sprays of creamy flowers carried on red stems are borne above rich caramel coloured semi-evergreen leaves. In the past breeding has focused on leaf colour with little attention given to the flowers but Heuchera 'Blondie' has the best of both worlds! This compact miniature heuchera flowers from late spring through to midsummer, looking fabulous in rockeries and patio containers where it will attract bees to its delicate blooms. Height and spread: 25cm (10"). Supplied as plug plants. More info |
Heuchera 'Coco'(Coral Flower, Coral Bells) Large sprays of the palest shell-pink flowers are produced above rich dark purple, almost black semi-evergreen leaves. In the past breeding has focused on leaf colour with little attention given to the flowers but Heuchera 'Coco' has the best of both worlds! This compact miniature heuchera flowers from late spring through to midsummer and contrasts fabulously with other brightly coloured foliage plants or flowers. Excellent for rockeries and patio containers where it will attract bees to its delicate blooms. Height and spread: 25cm (10"). Supplied as plug plants. More info |
Heuchera 'Frost'(Coral Flower, Coral Bells) Dense sprays of pale pink flowers are produced above semi-evergreen burgundy foliage, frosted with silver markings that intensify as the foliage ages. In the past breeding has focused on leaf colour with little attention given to the flowers but Heuchera 'Frost' has the best of both worlds! This compact miniature heuchera produces delicate flowers on thin wiry stems from late spring through to midsummer, attracting bees and making a dainty cut flower too. A perfect solo star in patio pots or a great team player amongst your garden borders. Height and spread: 25cm (10"). Supplied as plug plants. More info |
Heuchera 'Little Cuties Collection' Customer Review RatingThese miniature Heucheras have the best of both worlds - vibrant foliage and contrasting, dense sprays of flowers too! In the past breeding has focused on leaf colour with little attention given to the flowers. Heuchera 'Little Cuties Collection' will look fabulous in rockeries and patio containers, attracting bees and also working well as cut flowers. Height and spread: 25cm (10").
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Heuchera 'Sweet Tart'(Coral Flower, Coral Bells) Frothy, vivid pink flowers rise up above lime green foliage for a really fruity combination! In the past breeding has focused on leaf colour with little attention given to the flowers but Heuchera 'Sweet Tart' has the best of both worlds! This superb semi-evergreen perennial flowers from late spring through to midsummer and looks sensational combined with darker coloured foliage and flowers. Excellent grown on its own in patio pots, or in rockeries and borders where it’s delicate blooms will attract bees. Height and spread: 25cm (10"). Supplied as plug plants. More info |