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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Pinks 'Fragrant and Frilled' Dianthus (Fragrant and Frilled Pinks) Customer Review Rating This wonderful mix contains some of our best fragrant and frilly dianthus. This beautiful collection of cottage garden favourites produces sweetly scented flowers, 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 and spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as 30mm 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 July 2013 ~~£9.99~~ £4.99 Quantity 10 plug plants Despatch: By end of July 2013 SAVE £13 £6.98 Quantity 20 plug plants Despatch: By end of July 2013 SAVE £30 £9.96 Quantity
Phlox 'Fragrant Collection' Phlox paniculata (Perennial Phlox) Supreme colour and scent from these bold varieties. Plant them in borders close to paths and patios where you can enjoy 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. Collection comprises: Nicky (Violet), Laura (Lavender with a white centre), Admiral (Pure white), Orange Perfection (Orange red). Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info 20 plants - 5 of each colour Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £25 £14.96 Quantity
Geranium 'Hardy Blues' (Cranesbill, Hardy Geranium) Low mounds of foliage produce a profusion of flowers throughout summer from this colourful mix of cottage garden favourites. The cup shaped flowers range from solid white to solid blue, with an infinite combination of splashes of colour in between. This marvellous mix of perennial geraniums will grow almost anywhere. Perfect for groundcover or filling gaps in borders. Height and spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as bare root plants. More info 3 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity 6 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £8 £11.98 Quantity
Foxglove 'Illumination Pink' Digitalis An exciting new foxglove, with parentage from the little known Isoplexis (Canary Island Foxglove) giving this variety its attractive tropical colouring. The densely packed flower spikes are sterile and won't set seed, so the plants will bloom from June right through until November! A well-branched habit allows for a continuous show of flowers. Foxglove 'Illumination Pink' is ideal for cottage or woodland gardens, where it will thrive in sun or part shade. Unlike many other foxgloves this variety is a true perennial so you will be able to enjoy the flowers for many years to come. Height: 90cm (35"). Spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as plug plants. More info 3 plug plants Despatch: By end of July 2013 £14.99 Quantity 6 plug plants Despatch: By end of July 2013 SAVE £10 £19.98 Quantity
Rose 'Tricolour' (Standard) Rosa Three varieties in one Impressive in patio containers and borders Three entwined stems which flower profusely, almost covering the leaves. Ideal for patio containers and creating focal points in borders. Looks sensational in any garden. Height supplied: 50-60cm (20-24"). 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 £29.99 Quantity 2 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £10 £49.98 Quantity
Penstemon 'Summer Bluebell' A unique new Penstemon with eye-catching blooms resembling bluebells! From June onwards, bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue, mauve and purple are produced in profusion along slender upright stems, creating a shimmering mass of colour. Flowering all summer right through until autumn, Penstemon 'Summer Bluebell' deserves a prominent place in perennial borders or patio containers. Easy to grow, these semi-evergreen perennials will come back year after year. Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as plug tray plants. More info 24 plug tray plants Despatch: £9.99 Quantity 48 plug tray plants Despatch: SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity 72 plug tray plants Despatch: SAVE £12 £17.97 Quantity
Hosta 'White Feather' (Plantain Lily) A very unusual variety! Emerging leaves appear almost totally white, slowly developing green streaks until the whole leaf turns green. Spikes of lavender flowers tower over the lush foliage from mid summer. Unlike other varieties, White Feather tolerates a sunny position making an attractive border or container plant. Also excellent as ground cover in woodland gardens or on the outskirts of ponds and boggy areas. Height and spread: 45cm (18"). Supplied as size one bareroot plants. More info 2 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity 4 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
Astrantia major 'Venice' (Hattie's Pincushion, Masterwort) Richly coloured pincushion flower heads of deep ruby-red look superb among damp garden borders, and nestled in moist soils next to ponds. Hardy perennial Astrantia 'Venice' is more vigorous than other varieties forming attractive clumps palmate foliage. The long lasting summer blooms make an interesting cut flower for drying or using in fresh arrangements. Height: 75cm (30"). Spread: 45cm (18"). Size 1 bare root supplied. More info 3 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £11.99 Quantity 6 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 SAVE £6 £17.98 Quantity
Eryngium 'Blue Steel' (Sea Holly, Eryngo) A striking perennial with a bold garden presence! Distinctive, architectural blooms rise high on sturdy stems to reveal cones of tiny flowers surrounded by an electric blue collar! A useful plant for coastal areas and hot, dry sites. The dramatic Sea Holly flowers are also excellent for cutting and drying. Height: 90cm (36"). Spread: 45cm (18"). Bare root plants supplied. More info 4 plants Despatch: By end of March 2013 £11.99 Quantity 5 bareroot plants Despatch: £9.99 Quantity 10 bareroots Despatch: SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
Liatris spicata (Gayfeather) Stiff spikes of tightly packed buds open from the top of the stem downwards to reveal columns of fluffy mauve blooms. The colourful display in late summer attracts clouds of bees and butterflies. This undemanding perennial also makes a bold cut flower for vases in doors. Height: 150cm (60"). Spread: 45cm (18"). Bare root plants supplied. More info 4 plants Despatch: £5.99 Quantity
Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) Customer Review Rating Well known for its use in herbal medicine, the large purple daisy like flowers of this hardy perennial, provide a wonderful display in late summer. The weather resistant blooms of the coneflower make an attractive cut flower. Make sure you leave some flowers for the wildlife in your garden; butterflies love their nectar and birds will flock to dry Echinacea seed heads at the end of the summer! An excellent choice for dotting through borders! Height: 90cm (36"). Spread: 45cm (18") Supplied as bare root plants. More info 4 plants Despatch: £5.99 Quantity
Gypsophila repens 'Rosea' Airy sprays of tiny pink blooms form frothy mounds throughout summer. This charming semi evergreen perennial has a long association with cottage garden planting schemes and is well loved by florists as a cut flower. Height and spread: 45cm (18"). Bare root plants supplied. More info 4 plants Despatch: £5.99 Quantity