Cottage garden shrubs

Cottage gardens are well known for their wide and generous borders full of attractive, flowering plants. Such broad flower beds require tall plants at the back to provide a backdrop for smaller plants. Here I list 10 tall plants for cottage garden borders

As most cottage gardens are located in countries with cold winters they can become bare in winter. This makes cottage garden evergreen plants extremely valuable! Here I list and summarise twelve of the best evergreen plants for cottage gardens.

Adding a water feature like a modern fountain, pond, or waterfall creates a peaceful and relaxing ambiance. From sleek, minimalist designs to more intricate, multi-level fountains, the sound of running water adds serenity and an inviting element to your garden.

When it came to creating my quintessential English Cottage Garden in Connecticut, there were certain must have flowers and plants that I wanted to have to help me achieve that charming, romantic look. From fragrant roses to the delicate lavender here is the plant list in Old Castle cottage sun loving Zone 6b garden. Roses

Cottage gardens are a style of gardening that features a mix of flowers, herbs, and vegetables casually and naturally. Easy and fun!

Get inspired with these small cottage garden ideas! Learn how to use cottage garden benches, charming cottage garden arbors, and lush cottage garden plants to transform small gardens. Perfect for a cozy backyard cottage garden or a welcoming front yard cottage garden, these cottage garden design ideas will help you create the perfect flower garden retreat.

An english cottage garden may look complicated to grow, but it can be easy! This post shows you the 6 essential elements to create an english cottage garden, including plant suggestions.

Most of us spend relatively little time in the garden during the winter months. Of course there are jobs to be done, but with plants growing slowly, short days, inclement weather and sometimes frozen or wet ground, the opportunities are naturally limited. Winter is a time for planning and preparation, time to stand back, see…

These shade loving shrubs will fill in the space under trees with beautiful flowers and interesting foliage to beautify those shady areas.

If you are charmed by the bright, carefree look and appeal of an English cottage garden, maybe it’s time to create one of your own. First, you’ll need to select some cottage garden shrubs. For the best ideas on shrub varieties, click the following article.