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
Hellebore 'Washfield Doubles' Helleborus New in 2013 Impressive range of colours Evergreen foliage Wonderful double-flowered hellebores, in an array of beautiful colours and patterns - some plain, some freckled and others veined in a contrasting colour. The graceful blooms of Hellebore 'Washfield Doubles' are borne above leathery, evergreen foliage and make a stunning addition to shady borders, woodland gardens, and winter containers. Height and spread: 45cm (18"). Bare root plants supplied. More info 3 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £14.99 Quantity 6 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £10 £19.98 Quantity
Hellebore 'Mixed' (Lenten Rose) Helleborus orientalis Cup shaped flowers, some plain and others freckled, are borne in elegant shades of white, pink, red and purple. The graceful blooms and dark leathery foliage of Helleborus orientalis make a stunning addition to shady borders and winter containers that will delight you year after year.Size one bareroots supplied. More info 5 mixed plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £11.99 Quantity 10 mixed plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £4 £19.98 Quantity
Polyanthus 'Crescendo' Primula Customer favourite A kaleidoscope of bright colours Reliable winter-flowering perennial Turn up the volume with Polyanthus Crescendo! This reliable perennial will banish the winter gloom with a magical kaleidoscope of the brightest colours. Its fragrant long lasting blooms are perfect for cheering up borders, containers and window boxes. Height and spread: 23cm (9"). Supplied as plug tray plants. Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 £9.99 Quantity 48 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity 72 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 SAVE £12 £17.97 Quantity
Hellebore (Christmas Rose) Helleborus niger Customer Review Rating Snow white, saucer shaped blooms are flushed with green and pink, and slowly deepen in colour as they age. Set against handsome, glossy foliage, the delicate blooms are some of the earliest to appear in the garden. A stunning addition to shady borders and winter containers that will delight you year after year. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 45cm (18"). Bare root plants supplied. More info 2 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity 5 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
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. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 £7.99 Quantity 48 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 SAVE £6 £9.98 Quantity
Primrose (Scented) Primula Customer favourite Perfect for beds and borders Long lasting colour Try this fabulous new variety for long lasting colour and fragrance. These stunning scented Polyanthus are perfect for beds and borders where they will return year after year. Why not plant them on your patio for a bright splash of cheerful springtime colour. Supplied as plug tray plants. Height and spread: 30cm (12inches). Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 £9.99 Quantity 48 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity 72 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 SAVE £12 £17.97 Quantity
Viola Sorbet 'Marina' Viola x williamsiana Brighten up the dull months during winter and spring with an army of smiley Viola faces. The wonderful grey-blue shades of Viola Sorbet 'Marina' are ideal for planting up cheery spring baskets and window boxes for a patio display to be proud of. These compact, well branched plants have a neat uniform habit that is perfect for creating professional looking bedding displays. Height and spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 £7.49 Quantity
Viola Sorbet 'Pink Halo' Viola x williamsiana Brighten up the dull months during winter and spring with an army of smiley Viola faces. The delicate powder pink shades of Viola Sorbet 'Pink Halo' are ideal for planting up cheery spring baskets and window boxes for a patio display to be proud of. These compact, well branched plants have a neat uniform habit that is perfect for creating professional looking bedding displays. Height and spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 £7.49 Quantity
Viola Sorbet 'Delft' Viola x williamsiana Brighten up the dull months during winter and spring with an army of smiley Viola faces. The purple shades of Viola Sorbet 'Delft' are ideal for planting up cheery spring baskets and window boxes for a patio display to be proud of. These compact, well branched plants have a neat uniform habit that is perfect for creating professional looking bedding displays. Height and spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: By end of August 2013 £7.49 Quantity
Viola Sorbet Collection Viola x williamsiana Customer favourite Winter and spring colour Compact, well-branched plants Brighten up the dull months during winter and spring with an army of smiley Viola faces. The Viola Sorbet collection is ideal for planting up cheery spring baskets and window boxes for a patio display to be proud of. These compact, well branched plants have a neat uniform habit that is perfect for creating professional looking bedding displays. Height and spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as plug tray plants. Collection comprises: Viola Sorbet 'Marina' - Wonderful grey-blue shades. Viola Sorbet 'Pink Halo' - Delicate powder pink blooms. Viola Sorbet 'Delft' - Purple flowers with distinctive faces. More info 72 plug tray plants - 24 of each Despatch: By end of August 2013 48 plants + 24 FREE - SAVE £7.49 £14.98 Quantity
Hellebore 'Winter Bells' Helleborus An almost impossible hybrid between the Christmas rose (Helleborus niger) and stinking hellebore (Helleborus foetidus); the result of which is this fabulous new variety which starts flowering in early winter and continues through until spring! Slim, elegant stems bear pendent green blooms with a pink blush, above leathery evergreen foliage. Hellebore 'Winter Bells' is a delightful addition to the front of borders, woodland gardens or patio containers where it’s incredibly long flowering period adds interest for many months. Height and spread: 30cm (12"). Supplied in 5cm pots. Ceramic pot not supplied. More info 1 plant in 5cm pot Despatch: By end of June 2013 ~~£9.99~~ £6.99 Quantity 2 plants in 5cm pots Despatch: By end of June 2013 An extra plant for just 1p more ~~£14.98~~ £7.00 Quantity