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.
Dianthus 'Scented Collection'(Pinks) This delightful mix contains some of our best fragrant pinks! These modern versions of the old-fashioned cottage garden favourites produce a succession of sweetly scented blooms all summer long. The ruffled flowers are borne above neat cushions of slender grey green foliage, which over the years will spread to form a neat, evergreen clump. Grow Dianthus 'Scented Collection' at the front of borders or in patio containers; they also make a fabulous cut flower - just perfect for posies or a vase. Height: 45cm (18"). Spread: 40cm (16"). Supplied as plug plants.Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info |
Pinks 'Doris' (Clove Scented)Dianthus Frilled candy pink flowers with a red centre will fragrance your garden 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 |
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 |
Dianthus 'Mixed'(Carnation)
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Dianthus 'Ever-Blooming Mix'(Carnation) A vibrant mix of ruffled, fully double blooms are produced all summer long on the strong stems of this cottage garden favourite. Dianthus 'Ever-blooming Mix' has a delightful sweet fragrance and forms neat cushions of evergreen foliage, making a fabulous display at the front of beds and borders Carnations also make a charming, long-lasting cut flower for a vase indoors. Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 40cm (16"). Supplied as plug plants.Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info |
Dianthus 'Cosmic Swirl Pink'(Pinks) An exciting new pink with white petals and contrasting hot-pink flecks. These vibrant blooms have a delightfully sweet fragrance and are produced in succession throughout the summer, above neat cushions of slender grey-green foliage. Over the years Dianthus 'Cosmic Swirl Pink' will spread to form a neat clump, making an attractive addition to the front of borders or in patio containers. Pinks also make a superb and long-lasting cut flower for a vase indoors. Height: 45cm (18"). Spread: 35cm (14"). Supplied as plug plants.Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info |
Dianthus 'Laced Monarch'(Pinks) A modern pink with charming, old-fashioned laced flowers in shades of cerise pink and deep red. The richly coloured blooms emit a strong clove fragrance and are produced in succession throughout the summer, above neat cushions of slender grey-green foliage. Dianthus 'Laced Monarch' will spread to form a neat clump making an attractive addition to the front of borders or in patio containers. Pinks also make a superb and long-lasting cut flower for a vase indoors. Height: 45cm (18"). Spread: 35cm (14"). Supplied as plug plants.Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info |
Hosta CollectionThree superb specimens offering a delightful range of foliage shapes, sizes flowers and colours. These RHS AGM award winning perennials are shade tolerant, perfectly resilient and made wonderful displays in any garden bed or container. Once established, they can be divided for larger displays or even share with your friends. The collection contains:
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