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
The longest flowering of all astrantia and a cottage garden favourite which is equally at home in modern garden designs. Astrantia major 'Pink Pride' is adored by pollinators and the charming, dainty pink blooms stand proudly atop strong wiry stems up to 60cm tall from June through to August. Known as the pincushion flower, or Hattie's Pincushion, astrantia prefer moist,…
Bergenia cordifolia is also known by the common name Elephant's Ears, so named for the large, leathery leaves this clump-forming perennial produces. This attractive ground cover plant throws up sturdy red-tinged, erect stems in spring which then bear clusters of pretty mid-pink flowers, which hover over the foliage. In autumn, the large leaves take on a purple-bronze hue for further…
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…
Slender, and long stems produce sprays of lovely pink flowers each with a raspberry red eyes. These emerge from a mound of lush foliage. A great plant for placing at the front of a border where it will sit happily with it's neighbours even if they are a little over shadowing. Supplied as a professional size plant in a 2L…
A great perennial for year round interest, it spreads to form a carpet of evergreen foliage, preferring shadier spots. Puts on an ethereal display of tiny, white, star-shaped flowers appearing in late spring and early summer. Requiring minimal attention, Saxifraga × urbium prefers a moist area - particularly during the warmer months of the year - great filler plant, or…
Tall, upright sedums form substantial clumps of foliage which can be substituted for shrubs in the landscape. Their stout, sturdy stems support the massive flower heads which develop in summer and burst into bloom in fall. If left standing, they provide winter interest and food for birds.This English variety is distinguished from ‘Autumn Joy’ by its compact habit and large…
Boldly variegated leaves forming thick clumps give rise to large flat heads of pink flowers that are much loved by butterflies. Appearing as they do in late summer or autumn they are a welcome sight, although with the variegated leaves there is something pretty during the whole of the growing season. Height and spread 30cm (1′). Flowering Sept-Oct. Sunny site.…
