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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Clematis napaulensis (Clematis forrestii, Old Man's Beard) Rare and fascinating clematis Winter flowering Sweetly fragrant Brighten up your winter garden with this rare and fascinating clematis. Originating from Nepal and parts of China, this stunning climber is quite remarkable, producing new foliage in autumn when most plants are losing their leaves. Large clusters of scented, white, bell-shaped flowers with rich purple filaments appear from November, filling your garden with colour and a sweet fragrance throughout the winter months. Clematis nepaulensis is perfectly hardy and needs very little maintenance. Grow it through a deciduous shrub or alongside another climber to cover its bare stems in summer. Height: 3m (118"). Spread: 1.5m (59"). Pruning group: 1. Supplied in a 7cm pot. Useful links: How to grow Clematis More info 1 plant in 7cm pot Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity 2 plants in 7cm pots Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
Clematis x aromatica (Old Man's Beard) Attractive, vigorous climber Superb fragrance Prominent creamy stamens contrast beautifully with the slender violet- blue flowers of this graceful climber. Throughout summer the striking star shaped blooms exude a superb fragrance. This vigorous species will quickly cover walls and fences, and can be pruned to almost ground level each year, making maintenance extremely easy! Height: 2.5m (8'). Spread: 90cm (36"). Supplied in a 7cm pot. Pruning group 3. Useful links: How to grow Clematis More info 1 plant in 7cm pot Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity 3 plants in 7cm pots Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £12 £17.97 Quantity
Veronica longifolia 'Christa' (Speedwell) Curious twisted flower spikes topped with a bright green comb adorn this unusual perennial. Veronica longifolia ‘Christa’ makes an eye catching addition to sunny borders where its extraordinary flowers will attract butterflies and beneficial insects. Initially bred for the cut flower industry, ‘Christa’ is ideal for adding to flower arrangements and has a good vase life. Supplied as bareroot. Height: 80cm (31"). Spread: 30cm (12"). More info 5 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity 10 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
Lisianthus 'Blue Lagoon' Eustoma grandiflorum (Eustoma russellianum, Texas Bluebell, Prairie Gentian, Japanese Rose) A multitude of beautiful rose-like flowers on the most elegant of stems adorn this rich flowering plant. The large rosette-like blooms are prized by florists as a superb cut flower. Grow them indoors on a bright windowsill, or outside in sunny borders for that opulent look. Height: 60cm (24") Supplied as plug tray plants. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 £8.99 Quantity
Clematis florida var. florida 'Sieboldiana' Beautiful snowy white petals frame the purple ruffled dome at the centre of these large blooms that reach up to 10cm (4") across. As the stunning flowers fade, Clematis florida var. florida 'Sieboldiana' takes on a new appearance with its attractive fluffy seedheads providing plenty of autumn interest. This hardy deciduous climber is a real show stopper for sunny walls and patio containers. Height: 2.5m (98"). Pruning group: 2. Supplied as 46mm plug plants. Useful links: How to grow Clematis More info 1 plug plant Despatch: By end of June 2013 SAVE £2.50 ~~£7.49~~ £4.99 Quantity
Lavender 'Munstead' Lavendula angustifolia (English lavender) Customer Review Rating 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. More info 6 plug plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 £5.99 Quantity 12 plug plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 SAVE £2 £9.98 Quantity 24 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 £6.99 Quantity 48 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 SAVE £4 £9.98 Quantity
Phlox 'Nicky' Phlox paniculata (Perennial Phlox) Dramatic dark violet trusses of exquisitely fragrant blooms! Plant them in borders close to paths and patios where you can catch their enchanting scent on warm summer evenings. Phlox flowers make wonderful cut flowers so you can enjoy them indoors too! Height: 90cm (36"). Supplied as bareroot plants. Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info 5 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £7.49 Quantity
Iris 'Black Watch' (Bearded Iris) The velvet purple petals of this dramatic bearded Iris are so dark that they appear almost black. The striking blooms make a spectacular contrast planted among pastel coloured varieties. At their most effective when planted in groups of three in sunny borders, where their rhizomes can bake in the summer sun. Height: 60cm (24"). Size 1 bareroot plants supplied. More info 3 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity
Pinks 'Gran's Favourite' (Clove Scented) Dianthus This modern variety of the old-fashioned cottage garden favourite produces a succession of clove-scented blooms all summer long.Forming neat cushions of slender grey green foliage, Pinks are attractive and quick to establish. They also make excellent cut flowers - just perfect for posies and vases. Height: 45cm (18"). Supplied as plug plants. Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info 5 plug plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 £8.49 Quantity
Iris 'Ringo' (Fragrant) (Bearded Iris) Dramatic purple markings stain the lower petals of this stunning bearded iris. Iris ‘Ringo’ is most effective when planted in groups of three in sunny borders, where their rhizomes can bake in the summer sun. Height: 90cm (35"). Bareroot plants supplied. More info 2 Bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity
Geranium 'Lawrence Flatman' (Hardy) Geranium (Cinereum Group) (Cranesbill, Geranium 'Laurence Flatman') Striking rose pink flowers, with rich magenta veining and a velvety black eye, that stand out against a foil of delicately cut grey-green foliage that remains evergreen. This hardy geranium flowers over a particularly long period, adding colour to rockeries and the front of cottage garden borders, to form small clumps that return each year. Geranium ‘Lawrence Flatman’ is easy to grow and needs little maintenance. Height: 20cm (8"). Spread: 30cm (12"). Size 1 bare roots supplied. More info 3 bare roots Despatch: By end of November 2013 £11.99 Quantity
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 1 bare root Despatch: By end of November 2013 £7.49 Quantity 3 bare roots Despatch: By end of November 2013 £11.99 Quantity