All plants sold between now (09/25) and Spring 2026 will be losing foliage and will possibly be dormant ie. live roots or perennation structure ie bulb, but will have little or no above ground structure. They are still viable and will regrow in spring. If you have any questions please email me iain@borringtons.com Dismiss
Epimedium Pink Elf flowers abundantly in spring and early summer, dancing gently on wiry stems over clumps of pretty, heart-shaped, evergreen foliage that becomes flushed with shades of orange-bronze in cold weather. New foliage emerges bronze. Also known as Bishops Hat - because of its flower shape - the delicate blooms of Epimedium nod gently in the slightest breeze. Originally…
Geranium ‘Rozanne’ (Geranium ‘Jolly Bee’). A new introduction with very large, well rounded flowers, each a rich blue with a white central eye and dark red veining. Sends out sprawling, branching stems from a tight crown which mound up to at least 1m across and 45cm high, Flowers start in June and can go on right until November, at their…
A lovely plant with wide, bell-shaped, coral-pink flowers dangling from slender stems above a dense mound of mid-green leaves. Hardy to -10 degrees and more. Most of the foliage remains throughout the winter, with new leaves emerging in spring. Remove any old leaves when they look tatty. Easy to grow, but grows more easily in a soil that retains some…
This is a TV tie-in for a new BBC TV series "Grow Your Own Veg!" by TV presenter and highly regarded gardener Carol Klein, who has collaborated with the Royal Horticultural Society to create a lavishly illustrated, easy-to-follow, practical and inspiring beginner's handbook to everything anyone ever needs to know to grow vegetables, salads, and herbs all year round. "Grow…
Heuchera 'Black Beauty' is a dramatic perennial known for its deep, rich, nearly black foliage, which features a subtle sheen that shimmers in the light. The dark leaves are finely cut, giving the plant a delicate, lace-like texture, while the contrasting silvery undersides add dimension and interest. In late spring to early summer, slender stems bear small, bell-shaped white or…
Fabulous dense, ruffled, shiny, acidic lime green foliage - forms a neat and dense plant This one has 'marmalade' for a parent so is guaranteed to be a winner Really strong vigorous plant - excellent for a shady border or brilliant for brightening up containers for all year colour Strong spires of white flowers borne in June /July 40cm Supplied…
This lovely hosta has the good looks of one of its parents, H. plantaginea, but is more robust and flowers much more generously. The broad heart-shaped foliage is light green, above which stand tall strong stems of flowers which are a joy in late summer, being large, pure white and scented. Shade loving Flowering Period Jul & Aug Foliage Not…
An intriguing Iris variety, Black Form produces striking deep violet flowers that almost look black with fine yellow veins within the falls that are accompanied by vivid grey-green narrow leaves. An eye-catching perennial that reaches a height of 50cm, these upright hardy Iris will add depth and character to the front of garden borders and patio containers but can also…
Seed grown native flag Iris. Spring flowering, yellow with brown detail on large stems, deep green sword shaped leaves. The plants thrive best in damp conditions and grow in water margins developing rhizomes. The plants should be lifted every 3-5 years once they form clumps to maintain vigour. Mildly toxic but most (sensible) animals will avoid. Plants supplied in their…
Open pollinated seed grown lupin. From deep violet/blue coloured parent plant. Hard grown outside since germination in Cumbrian weather. Supplied in 1L pots. Prefer moist neutral or slightly acid soil but will grow in most soils. Sunny but sheltered position or stake as the new growth develops as they are susceptible to wind damage. Plants in pot pictures are approx.…
The Himalayan poppies, properly known as the genus "Meconopsis", are a group of plants that have flowers up to 11 ins (28 cms) across and show in perfect purity many colours. This book sets out to explain why they are not widely grown and to remove some of the prejudices. It details their distribution, their medicinal and agricultural potential, their…