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.
Antirrhinum 'Rocky Rainbow'(Snapdragon) A new generation of top-quality, fragrant snapdragons in a bright range of summery colours. Antirrhinum 'Rocky Rainbow' brings a modern twist to this traditional cottage garden annual and makes a superb cut flower too. Perfect for adding bold contemporary colour to beds, borders and containers. Height: 40cm (16"). Spread: 30cm (12"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
HollyhockAlcea rosea (Althaea rosea) Magnificent spires of bloom in a riot of carnival colours! This cottage garden favourite is perfect for adding height and stately grandeur to the back of summer borders. This popular hardy perennial is also highly attractive to bees and butterflies. Height: 2m (78"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied in 5cm pots.Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info |
Antirrhinum majus 'Madame Butterfly Mix'(Snapdragon) These beautiful, frilly, double snapdragon flowers will fill your summer borders with glorious colour, lasting far longer than their single flowered cousins. Antirrhinum 'Madame Butterfly Mix' makes a fabulous addition to cottage gardens and a superb cut flower too. Height: 65cm (26"). Spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info |
Hollyhock 'Sunshine'Alcea rosea (Althaea rosea) Beautiful, buttery yellow flowers decorate the tall stems of this well loved cottage garden perennial. Hollyhock ‘Sunshine’ adds height, stature and colour to the back of borders where the towering stems will attract beneficial insects to their majestic blooms. Supplied in 5cm pots. Height: 2m (79"). Spread: 60cm (24"). More info |
Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed'Alcea rosea Customer Review Rating'Halo Mixed' is an attractive new collection of single-flowered Hollyhocks, each with a colourful central eye. These stunning cottage garden perennials grow to almost 2 metres high, making a colourful background for your borders, and are also beautiful as cut-flowers. The edible flowers can also be added to salads - a colourful treat! European Fleuroselect Novelty Award. Height: 180cm (71"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied in 5cm pots. More info |