The herbaceous border is a classic feature of English gardens and is a great way to achieve a cottage garden feel. Herbaceous plants die back in the winter and become dormant, before resuming growth in the spring. Our extensive range of herbaceous perennial plants offers excellent value for money, whether you’re looking for something tall and airy, wildlife-friendly or highly fragrant. Read our article on how to plant and grow perennial plants for more information.

Chrysanthemum CollectionWhen other plants are fading all around, their exuberant blooms are just beginning! The vibrant colours of these long lasting chrysanthemum flowers make flamboyant displays for vases and bouquets.Supplied as 30mm plug plants.
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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 |
Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm'(Coneflower, Black-eyed Susan) Golden yellow daisies with black button centres make this perennial Black Eyed Susan a popular choice for sunny borders. The bright blooms of Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm' are produced over a long flowering period on tall stems that make lovely cut flowers. This RHS AGM variety is ideal for planting in drifts in the middle of sunny borders for a splash of late summer colour. Height: 90cm (36"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied as bareroots. More info |
Giant Fragrant CowslipPrimula florindae (Tibetan Cowslip) It's rather like an allium or a yellow agapanthus with its tall umbels of banana yellow blooms, this giant variety of cowslip makes a bright display, especially in shadier, damp areas of the garden, from July to September. With a subtle aroma of nutmeg they're a useful cut flower plant for an indoor vase. Ht. 90cm. Supplied in 5cm pots. More info |
Red Hot PokerKniphofia (Torch Lily) Also known as the Torch Lily, this easy, reliable perennial is an old favourite for herbaceous borders. Tall stems tower over strap like evergreen foliage, and carry impressive torch-like flower heads formed from a blaze of tiny flowers. The fiery blooms are also highly attractive to bees. Height: 90cm (36") Spread: 60cm (24"). Bareroot plants supplied. More info |
Chrysanthemum 'Decorative'Superb for cutting! Strong stems carry splendid blooms up to 10cm (4") across. An exuberant display of colour for late summer borders. Height: 90cm (36"). Supplied as 30mm plugs.
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Chrysanthemum 'Incurving'Magnificent blooms, up to10cm (4") across! The exuberant flowers of incurving chrysanthemums make a bold impact in borders in late summer. Cut their long stems for vibrant displays in vases and bouquets. Height: 90cm (36"). Supplied as 30mm plugs.
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Echinacea purpurea(Purple Coneflower) Customer Review RatingWell 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 |
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 |
Phlox 'Orange Perfection'Phlox paniculata (Perennial Phlox) Bold orange red blooms to make a big impact in summer borders. Plant them in 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 |
Phlox 'Admiral'Phlox paniculata (Perennial Phlox) Crisp white 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 |
Phlox 'Laura'Phlox paniculata (Perennial Phlox) Magnificent heads of lavender pink flowers with petals that bleed into pure white centres. 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 |