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Cottage Garden Plants


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.

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Lavatera 'Barnsley Baby'

(Mallow)

  • Compact lavatera
  • Perfect for patio containers
  • Drought resistant
At last - a Tree Mallow for the patio! This compact, free flowering, deciduous shrub grows to only 90cm (36"). A profusion of large mallow flowers to 7.5cm (3") smother the stems with pink-tinged white petals surrounding a rosy pink eye. Fantastic in patio containers, these are hard to beat for endurance, drought resistance (once established), ease of growing and sheer flower power! Height: 75cm (30") Spread: 60cm (24").
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    • 1 plug plant

    • Despatch: By end of August 2013
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    • £6.99
    • 3 plug plants

    • Despatch: By end of September 2013
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    • £9.97

Geranium 'Hardy Blues'

(Cranesbill, Hardy Geranium)

Low mounds of foliage produce a profusion of flowers throughout summer from this colourful mix of cottage garden favourites. The cup shaped flowers range from solid white to solid blue, with an infinite combination of splashes of colour in between. This marvellous mix of perennial geraniums will grow almost anywhere. Perfect for groundcover or filling gaps in borders. Height and spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as bare root plants. More info
    • 3 bareroot plants

    • Despatch: By end of November 2013
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    • £9.99
    • 6 bareroot plants

    • Despatch: By end of November 2013
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    • £11.98

Clematis 'Fragrant Oberon'

(Old Man's Beard)

  • Fragrant blooms
  • Evergreen foliage
  • Perfect in patio containers
Lemony white fragrant flowers with a satin sheen are set against a background of dark evergreen foliage. This charming climber has very compact growth making it perfect for growing in patio containers. Although hardy to around -7°C, this variety will appreciate a sheltered site with some winter protection. Supplied in 7cm pots. Height: 152cm (60"). Pruning Group: 1.

Useful links:

How to grow Clematis

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    • 1 plant in 7cm pot

    • Despatch: By end of November 2013
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    • £9.99 £6.99
    • 3 plants in 7cm pots

    • Despatch: By end of November 2013
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    • £12.97

Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise'

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A stunning new variety of hydrangea, selected after years of trials by French breeders! Satin white hydrangea flowers emerge in elegant cones, gradually turning a mouth watering shade of strawberry as they mature. Easy to grow and extremely hardy, this delectable shrub is perfect for those tricky north facing positions. Height and spread: 2m (6ft).

Useful links:

How to plant trees and shrubs

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    • 1 plant in 8cm pot

    • Despatch: By end of June 2013
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    • £9.99
    • 3 plants in 8cm pots

    • Despatch: By end of June 2013
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    • £17.97

Hosta 'White Feather'

(Plantain Lily)

A very unusual variety! Emerging leaves appear almost totally white, slowly developing green streaks until the whole leaf turns green. Spikes of lavender flowers tower over the lush foliage from mid summer. Unlike other varieties, White Feather tolerates a sunny position making an attractive border or container plant. Also excellent as ground cover in woodland gardens or on the outskirts of ponds and boggy areas. Height and spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as size one bareroot plants. More info
    • 2 bareroot plants

    • Despatch: By end of November 2013
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    • £9.99
    • 4 bareroot plants

    • Despatch: By end of November 2013
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Lavender Collection

Lavandula angustifolia 'Little Lady', Lavandula stoechas subsp.stoechas f. rosea 'Kew Red', Lavandula 'Papillon' (English lavender, French Lavender)

Let this collection of specially selected lavender varieties fill your garden with their beguiling perfume. The delicate flowers, carried on stiff stems in summer, attract bees and other insects. Cut some lavender flowers for a wonderful scented posy, or dry them for a bowl of home-made pot pourri. Perfect for fragrant path edges, patio containers and borders. Supplied as 40mm plugs.
  • Collection comprises:
  • Lavender Little Lady - Smaller than her cousins but no less fragrant. Produces masses of light blue flowers all summer. Height and spread: 35cm (14").
  • Lavender Kew Red - A superb variety of lavender with bold cherry flowers topped with pink ears. Height and spread: 60cm (24").
  • Lavender Papillon - Grey green foliage topped with rounded lilac-purple bracts. Height and spread: 60cm (24").

Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers.

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    • 15 plug plants - 5 of each variety

    • Despatch: By end of June 2013
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    • £17.98

Heuchera 'Crème Brulée'

(Coral Flower)

Mounds of vibrant foliage in glowing shades of caramel, bronze and gold. This semi evergreen perennial is outstanding when grown in containers, at the front of borders, or planted as ground cover in bold drifts. The dainty sprays of delicate white flowers are also particularly attractive to bees. Height: 45cm (18") Spread: 40cm (16"). Supplied as 45mm plug plants. More info
    • 1 plug plant

    • Despatch: By end of June 2013
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    • £7.49

Heuchera 'Key Lime Pie'

(Coral Flower)

Intense shades of lime green foliage that contrasts beautifully with the darker coloured varieties of Heuchera. A spectacular semi evergreen perennial for containers and borders, or planted in drifts as ground cover. It also produces sprays of dainty flowers on tall wiry stems which are particularly attractive to bees. Height: 45cm (18") Spread: 40cm (16"). Supplied as 45mm plug plants. More info
    • 1 plug plant

    • Despatch: By end of June 2013
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    • £7.49

Lavender 'Munstead'

Lavendula angustifolia (English lavender)

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A cottage garden classic! Brush past its evergreen foliage to release the intense perfume of this compact lavender. Its delicate purple blue flowers held on stiff stems, attract bees and other insects; they also make excellent cut or dried flowers. Grow Lavender Munstead in containers, as a low hedge, or to soften paths and patio edges. Just be sure to plant it where you can savour its beguiling fragrance! Height: 45cm (18"). Supplied as plug tray plants.

Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers.

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    • 6 plug plants

    • Despatch: By end of July 2013
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    • £5.99
    • 12 plug plants

    • Despatch: By end of July 2013
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    • £9.98
    • 24 plug tray plants

    • Despatch: By end of July 2013
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    • £6.99
    • 48 plug tray plants

    • Despatch: By end of July 2013
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Gypsophila repens 'Rosea'

Airy sprays of tiny pink blooms form frothy mounds throughout summer. This charming semi evergreen perennial has a long association with cottage garden planting schemes and is well loved by florists as a cut flower. Height and spread: 45cm (18"). Bare root plants supplied. More info
    • 4 plants

    • Despatch: By end of November 2013
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    • £5.99

Sweet Pea (Everlasting Pea)

Lathyrus latifolius (Perennial Pea)

  • Hardy perennial
  • Scrambling climber
The much-admired hardy perennial sweet pea produces masses of delicate blooms in shades of carmine, rose and white throughout summer. Unlike its annual cousins, the everlasting sweet pea is not scented, but will return year after year. A lovely scrambling climber for cottage gardens, that can also be cut for a pretty arrangement indoors. Height: 2m (78"). Spread: 90 cm (36"). Supplied in 5cm pots.
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    • 10 plants in 5cm pots

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Primrose 'Husky Mixed'

Primula

  • Winter flowering
  • Hardy perennial
  • Delicate fragrance
Now there is no excuse to not enjoy splashes of colour in your garden in the dark winter months. Even through the coldest of winters, the bright rainbow colours of Primrose Husky Mixed with their delicate fragrance will appear among a rosette of green leaves, to brighten the gloomiest days. Plant primroses in containers and window boxes, or in large groups in beds and borders for a sensational spring display. Height and spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as plug tray plants.

Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers.

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    • 24 plug tray plants

    • Despatch: By end of August 2013
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    • £7.99
    • 48 plug tray plants

    • Despatch: By end of August 2013
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    • £9.98