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 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
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
Delphinium Towering spires of tightly packed flowers in a beautiful range of colours. These stately perennials make a dramatic focal point for adding height and structure to the back of summer borders. A must-have plant for cottage garden planting schemes, and a truly magnificent cut flower! Height: 170cm (67") Spread: 90cm (36") Bareroot plants supplied. More info 4 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £5.99 Quantity
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. More info 5 plants in 5cm pots Despatch: £9.99 Quantity 10 plants in 5cm pots Despatch: SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
Foxtail Lily 'Pinokkio' Eremurus x isabellinus (Desert Candle) Dark orange, star shaped flowers erupt from tall stems of this imposing herbaceous perennial. Foxtail Lily Pinokkio creates a dramatic 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: 150cm (59"). Spread: 90cm (35"). Size one bareroot plants supplied. More info 5 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £12.49 Quantity
Buddleja ‘Foot Long' (Buddleia, Butterfly Bush) The days of Buddlejas taking over your garden are long gone, this new less invasive variety grows to just 3ft (1m.) and displays incredibly long lavender-blue blooms, some reaching more than a foot long, hence the name. It is ideal for a space in the border and, unusually, it cascades beautifully from a hanging basket - try it and see! Supplied as 40mm plugs. More info 3 plug plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 £9.99 Quantity 6 plug plants Despatch: By end of June 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Avantgarde' Enormous blooms, of up to 30cm diameter, cover this amazing new Hydrangea from August to October. The flower heads grow larger as the weeks pass, whilst the petals change colour from cream to deep pink, and finally light green. As with all Hydrangea macrophylla varieties, an acidic soil will result in blue flowers instead of pink. Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Avantgarde’® makes a superb feature plant for the garden or a large container. The giant blooms can even be cut and used in extravagant flower arrangements that will really impress. Supplied in a 10.5cm pot. Height and spread: 90cm (35"). Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs More info 1 plant in 10.5cm pot Despatch: By end of June 2013 £9.99 Quantity 2 plants in 10.5cm pots Despatch: By end of June 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
Astilbe 'Music Series' Elegant, frothy plumes of flowers in a mixture of colours rise above handsome, finely cut foliage. Astilbe plants are excellent for difficult boggy areas of the garden and they grow well in full sun or partial shade. Astilbe 'Music Series' is an ideal addition to a moist garden border, or grow them in containers for a delightful patio display. Height: 100cm (39"). Spread: 90cm (35"). Supplied as bareroot plants. Collection comprises: Astilbe 'Heart and Soul' - Height: 60cm (24"), pale lavender-pink flowers. Astilbe 'Boogie Woogie' - Height: 50cm (20"), bright pink flowers. Astilbe 'Rock and Roll' - Height: 60cm (24"), pure white flowers. Astilbe 'Alive and Kicking' - Height: 100cm (39"), deep pink-red flowers. Astilbe 'Rhythm and Beat' - Height: 70cm (28"), raspberry-pink flowers. More info 5 bareroot plants - 1 of each variety Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity 10 bareroot plants - 2 of each variety Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity