Hardy Border Plants

Escallonia rubra 'Macrantha'

Escallonia rubra 'Macrantha' is a versatile hardy shrub that can easily find a home in most gardens. It's versatile enough to be put to use as an informal screen or hedge but it won't disgrace itself in a shrubbery display too. During summer the plant is covered in rosy red flowers to waft scent…  More Info

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Hydrangea 'Cloud Nine'

…glossy green leaves. With striking serrated edges to the petals, the large flowers open a pale lime green before fading to brilliant white. Especially useful in tricky shady areas, this hardy shrub makes a great patio plant and brings height and structure to a border. Height and spread: 120cm (4ft).  More Info

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Agapanthus 'Flower of Love'

…each summer on this outstanding African Lily. Agapanthus ?Flower of Love?, being a hardy perennial, will flower year after year, getting larger and stronger with each passing season. These reliable plants are low maintenance so they will give you the maximum reward in your garden for a minimum…  More Info

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Rhubarb 'Champagne' (Autumn Planting)

…as sweet and delicious! Rhubarb 'Champagne' is an old variety which is particularly reliable and easy to grow. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 120cm (48). Supplied as budded pieces, taken from established crowns, which will mature quickly, giving crowns big enough to harvest from 2 years after planting.  More Info

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Seasonal Border Perennial Plants 'Nurserymans Choice'

…quatlity. These hardy plants will be supplied in 1 litre containers making them ideal for planting straight out into containers or plugging gaps in borders. Varieties may include popular plants such as Anemone, Campanula, Geum, Lavender, Poppy, Phlox, Salvia, Sedum, Alchemilla and Iris. Plant height…  More Info

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Hardy Hosta Collection

…to autumn. Our Hardy Hosta Collection will make a statement in beds, borders and containers, or create contrast against the flowering plants in your displays. Your collection will include: Hosta 'Francee', 'September Sun', 'Marmalade on Toast', 'Brim Cup' and 'Frances Williams'. Plant up your bare…  More Info

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Geranium Hardy Collection

…maintenance plants will spill from borders to gently soften path edges and effortlessly create that cottage garden feel. Invaluable for quickly plugging gaps or providing colourful ground cover. Hardy geraniums never disappoint! Geranium ‘Double Jewel’ (1 x Bare Root Plant) - Features…  More Info

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Hardy English Lavender

English lavender is the quintessential cottage garden plant, with a multitude of uses in the garden. Whether you are edging paths or brightening up sunny borders, you'll find that this hardy shrub is always top of the plant list. Lavender is loved for its dreamy fragrance and upright spikes of…  More Info

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Geranium Hardy Double Collection

…perennial display in your cottage garden borders with this Geranium Hardy Double Collection. Low maintenance and undemanding, these hardy perennials are 'must have' for any cottage garden planting scheme and make a wonderful addition to herbaceous borders where their informal clump-forming habits…  More Info

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Botanical Infusions Plants - Collection

…borderline hardy, so should be planted into large patio containers or in a sheltered corner. The exotic foliage makes an excellent summer display and would be ideal for quick-growing screening or wall-covering. Height and Spread: up to 4m (13').* Mint Marokko (Mentha spicata) - A compact and hardy…  More Info

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Nurserymans Choice Large Plants (2 litre)

…surprises? Unpack your parcel of plants and discover what treasures we have sent you. With this Lucky Dip collection of large plants you pay just '8.99 and receive a selection of plants worth at least '9.99. With this offer we can't take orders for specific plants but we can assure you, whatever we…  More Info

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Chrysanthemum 'Hardy Patio Improved'

…your garden, just as other plants are starting to fade. Each plant forms a natural, neat mound of foliage which is completely smothered with flowers for weeks. The warm, vibrant colours of Chrysanthemum 'Hardy Patio Improved' are a great addition to the front of borders, or try them individually in…  More Info

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Geranium 'Hardy Blues'

…will grow almost anywhere. Perfect for groundcover or filling gaps in borders. Comprises varieties in three different colours - blue, white and blue/white bi-colour. Height and spread: 45cm (18). Supplied as bare root plants. * Collection comprises:* Geranium sanguineum 'Album' - with a delicate…  More Info

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Pear 'Beurr' Hardy'

A popular variety in the UK which originates from 19th century France. Pear 'Beurré Hardy' produces good crops of pale green fruits with distinctive russet skins. This is a late cropping variety that can be harvested in late September, while the fruits are still firm, and then brought indoors…  More Info

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Geranium 'Border Supreme' F2 Hybrid

…at a very low price! Robust, free-flowering plants, with many large flower heads in shades of red, rose, pink, salmon and white. An inexpensive way of filling your borders and containers. Although technically perennial, Pelargoniums are only half hardy and therefore normally treated as annuals in…  More Info

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Azalea Plant - Geisha Orange

…Azaleas are suitable for patio planters and pots. Height and spread: 60cm (24). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication…  More Info

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Clematis montana Plant - Rubens

…vigorous climbers will quickly cover any vertical surface, scaling walls, hiding unsightly sheds and decorating pergolas. Collection comprises 1 plant each of: * Clematis montana 'Rubens' - Striking bronze-green foliage becomes covered with pink blooms in early Summer to really get the season going…  More Info

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Geranium 'Birch Double' (Hardy)

…perennial geranium blooms persistently from May to September above a mass of delicately lobed foliage. Less vigorous and more compact than many varieties, Birch's Double is ideal for woodland ground cover and cottage garden borders. Height: 25cm (10). Spread: 60cm (24). Bareroot plants supplied.  More Info

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Osteospermum 'Tresco Purple' (Hardy)

Bold pink daisy flowers open every morning to greet the sun. Versatile and resilient, hardy Osteospermum 'Tresco Purple' will thrive in hot, dry, neglected conditions and yet is one of the longest-flowering plants in the garden! Expect vibrant summer colour and weed suppressing ground cover from…  More Info

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Fuchsia 'Angela' (Hardy) (Standard)

Hardy Fuchsia 'Angela' is a garden darling with dangling, violet-purple blooms and bright crimson sepals, from June right through to autumn! This compact variety has been trained as a standard to create a fabulous patio plant, but would work equally well in borders. Showy and reliable, Fuchsia…  More Info

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Fuchsia 'Elma' (Hardy) (Standard)

The flamingo-pink blooms of hardy Fuchsia 'Elma' form a rounded head that sits atop a clear stem. This compact variety has been trained as a standard to create a fabulous patio plant, but would work equally well in borders. Showy and reliable, Fuchsia 'Elma' makes a superb addition to the garden,…  More Info

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Osteospermum Blush Collection (Hardy)

…their keep, then you can’t beat hardy Osteospermums. One of the longest flowering of all garden plants, they ‘re also drought tolerant, and form compact, weed-suppressing carpets that lend themselves to a wide range of situations, from small borders, edging, rockeries and containers.…  More Info

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Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' (Hardy)

…single blooms, approximately 4cm (1') in diameter. This early flowering hardy fuchsia produces a succession of colourful blooms throughout summer. Compact and floriferous, Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' is ideal for the planting in borders, rock gardens and containers, or for creating a low hedge. Height and…  More Info

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Geranium pratense 'Summer Skies' (Hardy)

…mauve-pink flowers with contrasting yellow centres. This double hardy geranium has a tall branching stems with deeply cut foliage. Undemanding and easy to grow, Summer Skies makes an eye catching perennial for cottage garden borders. Height and spread: 60cm (24). Supplied as bare root plants.  More Info

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Geranium pratense 'Double Jewel' (Hardy)

…double white, star-shaped flowers with contrasting pink-purple centres. This new introduction has neat, compact growth with a more upright habit than many other Geraniums, so it can even be grown in a container on the patio. Height: 25cm (10). Spread 30cm (12). Supplied as bare root plants.  More Info

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Lemon Verbena 'Freshman' (Botanical Infusions Plants)

Lemon Verbena 'Freshman' is a deciduous sub-shrub with intensely lemon scented leaves which can be used in herbal teas or desserts. Bears lance-shaped leaves and spikes of white or pale lilac flowers. This half-hardy shrub needs to be in a sunny, sheltered position with some winter protection or…  More Info

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Aztec Sweet Herb 'Colada' (Botanical Infusions Plants)

If you enjoy herbs and fragrant plants, this exotic herb, from Central and South America, is something unusual to try. Used since the Aztec Civilisation as a natural, sugary flavouring, Aztec Sweet Herb can be used to sweeten tea, fruit salads or cold desserts without the calories of sugar! Its…  More Info

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Herb Of Life - Jiaogulan (Botanical Infusions Plants)

…medicine. The leaves make a naturally sweet, aromatic herbal tea. Ideal for a shady corner of the garden, Herb of Life is borderline hardy, so should be planted into large patio containers or in a sheltered corner. The exotic foliage makes an excellent summer display and would be ideal for…  More Info

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Tradescantia virginiana

Hardy Tradescantia are useful border plants with unusual 3-petalled flowers produced over a long period, nestled amongst long, sword-shaped evergreen leaves. Tradescantia virginiana is a particularly tall and vigorous species ideal for further back in the border. Abundant clusters of blue-purple…  More Info

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Tradescantia rubra

Hardy Tradescantia are useful border plants with unusual 3-petalled flowers produced over a long period, nestled amongst long, sword-shaped evergreen leaves. Unusual amongst spiderworts, Tradescantia rubra boasts striking large magenta blooms with contrasting yellow stamens. The vivid flowers are…  More Info

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Tradescantia Charlotte

Hardy Tradescantia are useful border plants with unusual 3-petalled flowers produced over a long period, nestled amongst long, sword-shaped evergreen leaves. These versatile clump-forming perennials are unfussy about soil and grow well in sun or in part shade. Tradescantia ‘Charlotte’…  More Info

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Artemisia arborescens 'Powis Castle'

…from the Mediterranean, Wormwood has fantastic drought tolerance and is perfect for hot, sunny and dry borders! This hardy evergreen plant makes a wonderful highlight in cottage garden borders, gravel gardens and patio containers and also thrives in coastal gardens. Height and Spread: 50cm (20).'  More Info

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Foxglove 'Candy Mountain'

…style borders. This hardy biennial plant has spikes of pretty magenta pink tubular flowers with delicate freckled throats, that will bloom year after year. It is listed as an RHS Plants for Pollinators plant, as it produces plenty of nectar to help feed bees and butterflies and is a good plant for…  More Info

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Tradescantia J C Weguelin

Hardy Tradescantia are useful border plants with unusual 3-petalled flowers produced over a long period, nestled amongst long, sword-shaped evergreen leaves. These versatile clump-forming perennials are unfussy about soil and grow well in sun or in part shade. Tradescantia 'J.C. Weguelin' bears…  More Info

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Tradescantia Little Doll

Hardy Tradescantia are useful border plants with unusual 3-petalled flowers produced over a long period, nestled amongst long, sword-shaped evergreen leaves. These versatile clump-forming perennials are unfussy about soil and grow well in sun or in part shade. Tradescantia ‘Little Doll’…  More Info

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Rhubarb 'Victoria' (Spring/Autumn Planting)

Savour the flavour of Rhubarb 'Victoria'! This one is perfect for beginners, being one of the easiest cultivars to grow. The stems are greenish-pink with a sweet flavour and well balanced acidity. This traditional variety produces a reliable crop, year after year. Supplied as budded crowns. Height:…  More Info

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Salvia nemorosa 'Marcus'

Salvia are easy going, hardy plants for mixed borders. With it's indigo flower spears emerging from clumps of aromatic foliage, Salvia nemorosa 'Marcus' produces flowers so prolific that they create drifts of solid colour. Salvia plants are attractive to bees and butterflies but are not so welcoming…  More Info

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Poached Eggs Plant(Start-A-Garden™ Range)

A much-loved, easy to grow annual with a gentle fragrance that attracts hoverflies, who then feed on troublesome aphids. Bees also love this low spreading carpet of yellow and white blooms. A customer favourite, perfect for the front of borders, rockeries and as path edging.  More Info

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Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'

Coreopsis ?Moonbeam', commonly known as tickseed, is a large, hardy perennial, ideal for borders and bedding. Perfect for planting into a wildlife garden, Coreopsis attracts butterflies with its fern-like foliage and clusters of lemon yellow flowers throughout the summer. Excellent ground cover and…  More Info

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Rhubarb 'Raspberry Red' (Autumn Planting)

Spring/Autumn plantingEnjoy thick, deep red stalks with a superb sweet flavour from this vigorous spring planting rhubarb. The high quality, tender stems of Rhubarb 'Raspberry Red' can be harvested early in the season, without the need for forcing. Delicious in pies and crumbles! These budded…  More Info

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Daucus carota 'Dara'

…different for your borders! The airy blooms appear in lovely shades of pink and burgundy, with the occasional white flower found on traditional carrots. Daucus carota 'Dara' adds height and a soft, hazy feel to cottage garden borders and wildlife gardens. Try planting this hardy annual with tall…  More Info

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Echinacea purpurea 'Alba'

…and butterflies, this hardy perennial is ideal for sunny borders, prairie planting and wildlife areas, and makes a great addition to cut flower arrangements. The seedheads can be left on the plant to provide winter interest. Height: 90cm (36in). Spread: 50cm (20in). Plant height and spread is…  More Info

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Tree Lily 'Debby'

…Like all Lilies, they make superb cut flowers, bringing an exotic feel to summer bouquets. Ideal for exotic planting schemes or creating a screen around the patio. These hardy bulbs can be planted directly into borders or grown in large containers on the patio. Height: 2m (6?, 6). Spread: 60cm (24).  More Info

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Rhubarb 'Fulton's Strawberry Surprise' (Spring/Autumn Planting)

…rhubarb crumble. Estimated time to cropping once planted: 16-20 months. Estimated time to best yields: 28-32 months. Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season,…  More Info

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Nectaroscordum siculum

…interesting shuttlecock appearance that looks fabulous in dried flower arrangements. Despite its exotic looks, Nectaroscordum bulbs are perfectly hardy. Plant them throughout sunny borders and gravel gardens with room to seed about to create magnificent groups. Height: 120cm (48). Spread: 10cm (4).  More Info

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Philadelphus 'Little White Love'

…on a compact plant that grows to only 36? (90cm) high. Ideal for planting into pots or borders this hardy, deciduous shrub holds onto this foliage until the last possible moment to bring much needed brightness to the autumn garden. Flowers produced from late May to July. Why not plant it in a pot so…  More Info

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Astrantia major 'Venice'

Plant hardy perennial Astrantia major ?Venice? in cottage garden borders or in the damp areas surrounding a pond and enjoy these stunning, ruby-red pincushion flowers all summer long. More vigorous than other varieties, these richly-coloured astrantia will thrive at the edge of woodland and other…  More Info

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Heucherella 'Pink Revolution'

…Revolution? is a versatile hardy perennial. Plant it in borders, containers and wildlife areas, where its flowers will attract bees and other pollinators. When planted in large groups, it makes particularly attractive ground cover. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 45cm (18). Plant height and spread is…  More Info

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Hellebore 'Winter Flowering Hybrid Mix Improved'

…mid to dark green, leathery with different degrees of dissection. The seed pods are also attractive. These long lived hardy perennials can be grown in the border or as pot plants in the unheated greenhouse, flowering late winter through early spring. A useful addition to the flower arranger when few…  More Info

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Festuca glauca

…a green tint. Festuca glauca plants are easy to grow, forming neat clumps which rarely need maintaining. This grass looks great in rockeries and gravel gardens and the hardy perennial can also be grown alongside complementary Mediterranean-style plants in borders and containers. Height: 30cm (1'0);…  More Info

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Primrose 'Best Red'

…is super hardy. Superb as ground cover planted in large groups through borders or dotted amongst mixed patio containers. Provides pops of colour throughout the earliest months of the year for minimal effort. Height and spread: 20cm (8). Garden Ready Plants - Our garden ready plants are selected…  More Info

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Nandina 'Obsessed'

…?Obsessed? makes a colourful hardy shrub for the front of borders or planting in patio containers. Height: 70cm (27). Spread: 60cm (24). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary…  More Info

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Nurserymans Choice Phlox Collection (Creeping)

…Phlox provide superb ground cover! These hardy perennials are perfect planting at the front of borders or carpeting a gravel garden. Dot them among the planting crevices of a rockery or let them cascade down low walls and slopes. These tough little plants will knit together to create fabulous…  More Info

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Leucothoe 'Scarletta'

…In full sun, it develops an almost metallic sheen. Leucothoe can look deceptively exotic, but they're easy to grow. The plants are hardy and perfect for acid-soiled shady borders. These lovely shrubs combine beautifully with other evergreens, particularly golden leaved varieties, such as Euonymus.…  More Info

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Geranium Cloud Collection

Geraniums are invaluable border perennials, flowering generously on very hardy and disease-free plants and tolerating most soil types. Geranium ?Cloud? Collection contains two rewarding varieties which will quickly fill gaps in mixed borders or provide colourful ground cover. Geranium ?Cloud?…  More Info

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Nurserymans Choice Perennial Mix 36 Plugs + 5 seeds

…to fill up your borders at a surprisingly low cost. Comprising both hardy plants, which will provide colourful blooms year after year, and flowering annuals to fill gaps and extend colour late into the season, it’s the perfect package for establishing a new border in a cost-effective…  More Info

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Ultimate Winter Bedding Collection

This generous collection brings together five popular varieties. These hardy, reliable bedding plants will fill your beds, borders and containers with dark evergreen foliage from autumn onwards. When the flowers of our Ultimate Winter Bedding Collection appear, you can be sure that the coldest…  More Info

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Phlox 'Popstars'

…shape and marbled colouring make each one a mini work of art! Free-flowering in a wonderful array of colours, these easy to grow hardy annual plants are a must for borders and cottage gardens. Their small size and heavy blooming make them ideal for containers too, where you can really show off the…  More Info

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Spring Bulbs Mixed Flowering Collection

…appear from May to July in a frenzy of royal blue trumpets carried on upright stems. Ixiolirion is perfectly hardy if naturalised in sheltered borders, but makes a lovely container plant too. Height: 30cm (10). Spread: 10cm (4).* Puschkinia libanotica (20 bulbs) Few Spring bulbs are as elegant as…  More Info

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Delosperma cooperi

Hardy Ice plants are ideal for creating a carpet of dense, evergreen ground cover in hot, dry areas, thriving in poor soils where few other plants survive. Delosperma cooperi produces masses of sparkling, violet-purple flowers throughout summer above creeping mats of cylindrical, succulent foliage.…  More Info

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