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
Whispers Mixed are an outstanding taller garden variety to add height, structure and movement to any border. They have an excellent disease resistance and will flower from May until the first frosts. Theses stunning flowers can grow to an approximate height of 90-100cm (36-39"). Half Hardy Annual Pack size: 70 Seeds
Sweet fragrant white, trumpet-shaped flowers which bloom throughout the summer. This tall growing variety is ideal for the rear of borders or centre of island beds. Height 150cm. Half Hardy Annual Pack size: 450 Seeds
An unusual Nigella with delicate white flowers with intriguing little green stamens. These are followed by dark, almost black and very ornamental seed pods ideal for drying at the end of the season, to add to dried flower arrangements. Hardy Annual Height: 60cm (24in) Pack size: 300 Seeds
Finely cut bright green foliage with lovely cornflower blue flowers followed by seed pods much valued in dried arrangements. Height: 45-60cm. Hardy Annual Pack size: 500 Seeds
Has all the delights of bedding, drying and cutting use but in an attractive range of colours from pink, purple, lilac, blue and white. Also known as Love in the Mist and loved by flower arrangers. Height 40-50cm (16-20in). Hardy Annual Pack size: 500 Seeds
Okra is also known as Ladies Finger. It is common throughout the world, but is mainly being used in Indian cuisine. Okra Clemsons Spineless creates rich green pods of an angular shape. The plants themselves can reach up to 1.3m we recommend supporting these with canes. Pack size: 50 Seeds
Okra Clemsons Spineless is a prolific grower. It produces green and spineless pods. It can grow to over 1m in height, so may need staking to prevent damage.
Okra Pure Luck is an early and prolific hybrid, with a vigorous habit. It produces purple leaf stems and five ridged pods which are deep green, uniform, slender, smooth and spineless. The fruits are quick to set and start developing lower on the plant.
North Holland Blood Red onions have rich crimson outer skins and round generous bulbs. They can be eaten raw or roasted but are also versatile enough that they can be picked early as a salad onion. They make an excellent companion plant with carrots to help deter carrot fly. One of the most popular crops for the gardener, onions are…
Ailsa Craig produces large globe shaped bulbs with a mild flavour beneath golden straw coloured skin. This variety makes for a good exhibition onion but does not store for long periods and should be used in early winter. One of the most popular crops for the gardener, onions are a huge must for any allotment holder or for the gardener who has their own…
Santero F1 is one of the first varieties to be resistant to Onion Downy mildew. These have a globe to slightly flat shape with copper/golden skin. It has main crop maturity with good yields and stores well. One of the most popular crops for the gardener, onions are a huge must for any allotment holder or for the gardener who…
White Lisbon is the traditional spring onion. Boasts long white stems with bright green tops which are slow to form a bulb, which contain a delicious mild flavour. Simply chop up and sprinkle on a variety dishes for a fabulous flavour. This variety of spring onion is ideal for growing in pots and planters on the patio. White Lisbon should…
