Herbaceous Border Plants

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.

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Chrysanthemum Collection When 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. Collection comprises: American Spray Chrysanthemums: Pamela Bronze, Blenda Pink, Wendy Red and Ellen White Chrysanthemums. Height: 75cm (30"). Decorative Chrysanthemums: Gompie Purple, Camelia Bronze, Gompie Yellow and Beppie Red Chrysanthemums. Height: 90cm (36"). Incurving Chrysanthemums: Orange Allouise, Pink Allouise, White Allouise and Purple Regal Mist Chrysanthemums. Height: 90cm (36"). More info 15 plug plants - 5 of each type Despatch: By end of April 2014 10 plants + 5 FREE £13.98 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
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 20 plug plants - 5 of each variety Despatch: By end of July 2013 HALF PRICE - Save £14.98 £14.98 Quantity
Foxtail Lily 'Collection' Eremurus x isabellinus, Eremurus robustus, Eremurus stenophyllus (Desert Candle) Improved collection Dramatic in borders Excellent cut flower One of the stateliest hardy perennials adding a dramatic touch to your garden borders! In early summer these striking Eremurus produce tall spires consisting of hundreds of star-shaped blooms. This improved collection of foxtail lilies looks fantastic partnered 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! Bare root plants supplied. Collection comprises 5 plants each of: Eremurus stenophyllus 'Sunbeam' - Impressive stems tower with stately grandeur in spires of golden yellow starry flowers. Height: 1.2m (4'). Spread: 60cm (24"). Eremurus robustus 'Foxtrot' - The giant of our foxtail lilies, growing to 3 metres high! Elegant spires of pale pink flowers appear in mid-summer. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1.2m (4'). Eremurus x isabellinus 'Pinokkio' - Dark orange, star shaped flowers erupt from the tall stems of this imposing herbaceous perennial. Height: 1.5m (5'). Spread: 90cm (35"). Eremurus x isabellinus 'Tropical Dream' - Coconut-white, star shaped flowers with bright orange stamens erupt from tall stems. Height: 1.2m (4'). Spread: 60cm (24"). More info 20 bareroot plants - 5 of each Despatch: By end of November 2013 HALF PRICE - SAVE £24.98 £24.98 Quantity
Foxtail Lily Sunbeam Eremurus stenophyllus (Desert Candle) The impressive stems of the Foxtail Lily tower with stately grandeur in spires of golden yellow starry flowers. An imposing 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: 120cm (48"). Size one bareroot plants supplied. More info 3 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity
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. Pack comprises: 2 x Chrysanthemum 'Beppie Red' 2 x Chrysanthemum 'Gompie Purple' 2 x Chrysanthemum 'Camelia Bronze' 2 x Chrysanthemum 'Gompie Yellow' More info 5 plug plants Despatch: By end of April 2014 £6.99 Quantity 10 plug plants Despatch: SAVE £4 £9.98 Quantity 20 plug plants Despatch: By end of April 2014 SAVE £13 £14.96 Quantity
Chrysanthemum 'Double American Spray' No need to disbud these colourful spray chrysanthemums. Bright, cheery blooms are produced in abundance on strong branching stems. Enjoy their vibrant display in late summer borders and as cut flowers indoors. Height: 75cm (30"). Supplied as 30mm plugs. Pack comprises: 2 x Chrysanthemum ‘Pamela’ - Bronze 2 x Chrysanthemum ‘Brenda’ - Pink 2 x Chrysanthemum ‘Wendy’ - Red 2 x Chrysanthemum ‘Ellen’ - White More info 5 plug plants Despatch: By end of April 2014 £6.99 Quantity 10 plug plants Despatch: By end of April 2014 SAVE £4 £9.98 Quantity 20 plug plants Despatch: By end of April 2014 SAVE £13 £14.96 Quantity
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. Pack comprises: 2 x Chrysanthemum 'Orange Allouise' 2 x Chrysanthemum 'Pink Allouise' 2 x Chrysanthemum 'White Allouise' 2 x Chrysanthemum 'Purple Regal Mist' More info 5 plug plants Despatch: By end of April 2014 £6.99 Quantity 10 plug plants Despatch: By end of April 2014 SAVE £4 £9.98 Quantity 20 plug plants Despatch: By end of April 2014 SAVE £13 £14.96 Quantity
Hollyhock Alcea rosea (Althaea rosea) Magnificent spires of bloom in a riot of carnival colours! This cottage garden favourite is perfect for adding height and stately grandeur to the back of summer borders. This popular hardy perennial is also highly attractive to bees and butterflies. Height: 2m (78"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied in 5cm pots. Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers. More info 4 plants Despatch: £5.99 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: £5.99 Quantity
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 5 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity
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 5 bareroot plants Despatch: By end of November 2013 £9.99 Quantity