Cottage plants are defined as perennials that have only a small amount of woody tissue, softer stems and branches than those of trees and shrubs.

Some of these are called herbaceous because although their root system have an indefinite life, their leaves and branches may die down each year.

Whether herbaceous or enduring, no garden should be without some representative of these versatile and complementary plants.

Agapanthus

'Peter Pan'

An intermediate form of Agapanthus growing to height of 60cm including its sky blue flowers appearing in December.

Agapanthus orientalis

The more common variety growing up to a height of 1.5mtrs. Available in blue & white. Commonly used in mass plantings & borders especially along driveways.   

Alstromeria

A bulbous cottage plant flowering in Winter & Spring. A lovely complement to any garden.

Anosidontia

An old fashioned free flowering shrub to 1mtr. Full sun & requires a frequent cut back to keep a tidy shrub.        

Angelonia species

Available in blue, pink & white growing to approx. 60cm. Likes full sun requirements responding to regular feeding with cow manure.        

Arctotis

A hardy drought tolerant palm producing abundant flowers in red, oranges & yellows over several months. Requires full sun & grows in most soil types.           

Artmesia Oriental

Lime

A new release grown mainly for its distinctive fragrant foliage. Sun to semi-shade.         

Artmesia (Wormwood)

Also grown for its contrasting silver foliage grows to approx. 1.2mtrs. Leaves releasing a fragrance when brushed.      

'Butterfly'

 Argyranthemum Daisies: Sometimes called Margeurites are great fill-in plants requiring a full sun position in most soil types. Available in shades of pinks, yellows & whites, doubles & singles flowers.

Brachicome 'Mystique'

A new release of Swan River daisy, this little beauty has deeper blue flowers throughout most of the year. Very hardy.         

Brachicome multifida

A low spreading plant with drought resistant qualities. Full sun. Flowers all year. Growing to height of 30cm with a spread of 1mtr.                

Calabrachoa Marco Polo

Also available in white, yellow, salmon & pink shades. Low growing spreading to 1mtr. Ideal for rockery spill overs or hanging baskets.       

Coleonema Dwarf Pink Diosma

A compact bushy shrub to 1mtr round. Flowering Winter/Spring.

Convolvulus Silver Bush

Used in mass plantings adding colour & texture when complementing neighbouring plants.

Crocus

Grass-like perennial ideal for borders or planting under trees in mass. Star shaped flowers in Autumn.     

Cuphea 'Tiny Mice'

One of the few cottage plants with intense red flowers glowing against its lush green foliage. Grows to a height of 60cm.           

Daphne Pink

Famous for its delicious aroma this plant is ideal in semi-shade in pots or in the garden. Flowers Winter. Acid loving.

Dianthus Mars

Contrasting silver foliage producing deep red flowers on 15cm stems. Ideal for rockeries. Fragrant.        

Duranta repens

A large shrub to 2.5mtrs used as specimen plants, hedging or clipped standards. Long flowering. Looks best if clipped regularly.     

Felicia amelloides

A delightful small spreading shrub with sky blue daisy-like flowers most of the year.           

Felicia variegata

Two-tone foliage with more intense blue flowers than its common green relative.          

Gaura lindheimeri

The original butterfly bush has a whispery appearance with masses of pink & white flowers.

Gaura Pink Passion

A stunning reddish foliage with mid pink flowers. Full sun. Height 60cm.              

Gaura So White

A new release with pure white flowers & a dwarf habit. A perfect choice for pots or gardens.

Gazania Cream

A new release with silver foliage. Suitable for rockeries with full sun. Drought tolerant in all soil types.        

Heliotrope Cherry Pie

A small attractive perennial growing to 45cm ideal for mass plantings in full sun. Flowers for several months from Spring to Autumn. Fragrant flowers.        

Hebe 'Snow Drift'

Drought tolerant, hardy for full sun. Height to 1mtr.              

Helleborus

Shade-loving with antique pink, green or cream flowers. Likes rich, moist soils. Winter flowering.      

Lamium White Nancy

Suitable for semi-shade to full sun. A low ground hugging plant with silver cream foliage.    

Lavandula Hidcote

Grown for its oils & fragrance. Multiple flower spikes in Summer. Dwarf habit.           

Luculia gratissima

Flowers shell-pink or white. In large clusters in Winter, Fragrant. Only suitable for cool or temperate climates in sheltered positions. Grows to 2.5mtrs.     

Mintia

A new introduction with compact growth to 30cm. Mauve-pink tubular-like flowers in Winter/Spring. Semi-shade to full sun. Ideal border or pot plant.          

Osmathus Pearly Gates

An attractive shrub to 1mtr with multiple small tubular, fragrant flowers. Suitable in most conditions. Winter/Spring.   

Pentas

Pinks, mauves, whites & reds. A small bushy shrub with flowers over several months.

Plectranthus Mona Lisa

Recently NEW realease. A superb introduction for shade to full sun in all climates. Flowering regularly.    

Plumbago Blue Cape

A more intense blue than the common variety growing to approx. 1mtr round. Suitable for hedging or back planting throughout the garden.         

Santolina Cotton Lavender

Aromatic coral-like silver foliage. Spreading plant with yellow button flowers in Summer. Full sun requirements.

Trachelium

Position in semi-shade. Large plumes throughout the year. Bush growing to 60cm. Colours available in mauve, purple & white. 

Chrysanthemum maximum

Shasta Daisy

Single or double flowering white varieties 60-90cm height. Prefers sun & well drained soils. Good for cut flowers.