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"). More info 1 plug plant Despatch: By end of June 2013 £6.99 Quantity 3 plug plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 SAVE £11 £9.97 Quantity
Osteospermum 'Hardy Collection' Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie', Osteospermum jucundum var. compactum, Osteospermum 'Tresco Purple' (Cape Daisy, African Daisy) Great ground cover Drought tolerant Long flowering period These superb African daisies are some of the easiest ground cover plants you can grow and they’re hardy too, so you can enjoy them year after year! Cheerful blooms in shades of pink and white are borne in profusion above low-growing carpets of foliage. Once established this versatile, resilient perennial is happy in hot, dry, neglected conditions, and is particularly useful for coastal gardens. The large daisy blooms of these Osteospermums appear over an incredibly long flowering period, from June right through to October. Height: 15cm (6"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied as plug plants. Collection comprises 5 plants each of: Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' - Pure white flower with yellow centres. Osteospermum jucundum var. compactum - Mauve-pink flowers with yellow centres. Osteospermum 'Tresco Purple' - Bright purple flowers with dark purple centres. More info 15 plug plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 10 plants + 5 FREE - SAVE £9.99 £19.98 Quantity
Geranium 'Hardy Doubles Collection' (Cranesbill) Undemanding and easy to grow, this marvellous mix of perennial hardy geraniums will grow almost anywhere. Attractive double flowers are produced in abundance on these low growing plants - perfect for creating colourful, low maintenance ground cover or softening the edges of cottage garden borders. Size 1 bare roots supplied. Collection comprises 1 plant each of: Geranium x oxonianum f. thurstonianum 'Southcombe Double' - Warm pink, double flowers displayed above light green foliage. Height: 40cm (16"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Geranium himalayense 'Plenum' - Gently ruffled, double flowers in shades of purple- pink. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Geranium pratense 'Summer Skies' - Tightly frilled, mauve-pink flowers with contrasting yellow centres. Height and spread: 60cm (24"). Geranium pratense 'Double Jewel' - Exquisite double white, star-shaped flowers with contrasting pink-purple centres. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread: 30cm (12"). More info 4 bareroot plants - I of each variety Despatch: By end of November 2013 HALF PRICE - SAVE £14.98 £14.98 Quantity
Rose 'Diamond Jubilee' Rosa New in 2012 Large peach coloured blooms Delicate scent A new hybrid tea rose to commemorate this incredibly rare royal occasion. Diamond Jubilee features subtle peach coloured blooms with a delicate scent, its flowers are large and the foliage shines in a glossy deep green shade. Enjoys a sunny position where it will flower throughout summer. Height: 80cm (33"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Bareroot plant supplied. Useful links: How to plant and grow roses Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info 1 bareroot plant Despatch: By end of November 2013 ~~£9.99~~ £6.99 Quantity 2 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £10 ~~£19.98~~ £9.98 Quantity
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 More info 1 plant in 7cm pot Despatch: By end of November 2013 ~~£9.99~~ £6.99 Quantity 3 plants in 7cm pots Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £17 £12.97 Quantity
Geum 'Blazing Sunset' (Avens) New in 2013 Good addition to cottage garden Excellent cut flower This free-flowering perennial produces large, double, bright crimson flowers in early summer, above attractive scalloped clumps of foliage. A popular plant for the front of cottage garden borders where its fiery flowers make a bold impression. Geum 'Blazing Sunset' also makes a striking cut flower too. Height and Spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: £6.99 Quantity 48 plug tray plants Despatch: SAVE £4 £9.98 Quantity
Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm' (Coneflower, Black-eyed Susan) Golden yellow daisies with black button centres make this perennial Black Eyed Susan a popular choice for sunny borders. The bright blooms of Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm' are produced over a long flowering period on tall stems that make lovely cut flowers. This RHS AGM variety is ideal for planting in drifts in the middle of sunny borders for a splash of late summer colour. Height: 90cm (36"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied as bareroots. More info 3 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £6.99 Quantity 6 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.98 Quantity
Anemone 'Wild Swan' (Windflower) Unique new cross between an early and a late flowering lanemone, its delicate petals are white on one side and blue-purple underneath, it'll flower from April to October. If it looks familiar, that's because it was awarded the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Plant of the Year in 2011. Ht. 60cm. Supplied in 7cm pots. More info 1 plant in 7cm pot Despatch: £12.99 Quantity 2 plants in 7cm pots Despatch: SAVE £7 £18.98 Quantity
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. More info 15 plug plants - 5 of each variety Despatch: By end of June 2013 10 plants + 5 FREE - SAVE £8.99 £17.98 Quantity
Iris 'Orange Harvest' (Fragrant) (Bearded Iris) The dazzling, tawny orange flowers of bearded Iris ‘Orange Harvest’ add a cheery splash of colour to summer borders. This easy to grow perennial is quick to establish, and looks at its best when planted in groups where their rhizomes can bake in the summer sun. The beautiful ruffled blooms have a lovely light fragrance and, like all iris flowers, are superb for cutting. Height: 80cm (31"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied as size 1 bare root. More info 2 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity
Foxtail Lily 'Sunbeam' Eremurus stenophyllus (Desert Candle) The impressive stems of the Foxtail Lily tower with stately grandeur in spires of golden yellow starry flowers. An imposing focal point for the back of sunny borders! Partner it with lower growing perennials and grasses to hide the short lived, grey green foliage which dies back as the flowers begin to bloom. This long lived hardy perennial also makes a sensational cut flower! Height: 120cm (48"). Size one bareroot plants supplied. More info 5 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £12.49 Quantity
Aquilegia Hybrids (Columbine, Granny's Bonnet) Commonly known as Columbine, these dainty hardy perennials are a cottage garden essential! Nodding flowers with long spurs are held aloft attractive foliage on tall wiry stems. Reliable and easy to grow, these classic perennials are perfect for traditional borders. Aquilegia flowers make an adorable cut flower for indoor displays too! Height: 75cm (30"). Bare root plants supplied. More info 4 plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £5.99 Quantity