Wild but Rooted - Rare & Native Plant Nursery

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Drought Tolerant Plants

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Perennial Mountain Rye (Secale montanum)

£6.00

A hardy, drought-tolerant perennial edible grain with tall, elegant stems and soft seed heads that add texture to borders, meadows, or naturalistic plantings. Mountain Rye is great for wildlife gardens, soil improvement, and low-maintenance areas.

38 in stock



Pack of 3: Chinese Artichoke (Crosne - Stachys sieboldii) edible tuber

£6.00

A hardy, unusual root vegetable grown for its spiral-shaped tubers with a crisp texture and nutty flavour. Easy to grow and harvest in late autumn, Crosne thrives in most soils and adds interest to edible gardens or permaculture plots. The small, knobbly tubers (crosnes) can be eaten raw, cooked or pickled.

10 in stock



Carnation Perennial Dwarf Vienna (DIANTHUS CARYOPHYLLUS)

£6.00

A classic cottage garden favourite with frilled, clove-scented blooms. Dianthus caryophyllus flowers over a long period and is perfect for borders, cutting gardens, or containers. Loved for its fragrance and old-fashioned charm, it also attracts bees and butterflies.

8 in stock



Pack of 10: Oregano (Origanum vulgare)

£5.00

A hardy perennial herb with aromatic leaves used in Mediterranean cooking. Easy to grow, compact and drought tolerant.

6 in stock



Wild Raspberry (Rubus idaeus)

£6.00

A native fruiting shrub that produces sweet-tart red berries in summer. Wild raspberries have delicate stems and leaves, and tend to be softer and more finely textured than cultivated varieties. Their white spring flowers attract pollinators, and the berries are perfect for eating fresh or using in jams and desserts. These plants thrive in full sun to partial shade and prefer moist, well-drained soil.

6 in stock



African Daisy - Tresco Purple (Osteospermum jucundum)

£4.00

A sun-loving, mat-forming daisy with vivid purple-pink blooms from summer into autumn. Best in a warm, well-drained spot.

5 in stock



Chilean Iris (Libertia chilensis)

£4.00

An evergreen, clump-forming perennial with grassy foliage and sprays of white flowers in early summer, followed by orange seed pods.

5 in stock



Pack of 5: Nodding Onion - Hidcote (Allium cernuum)

£6.00

A native North American ornamental onion with nodding, pink-purple pompom flowers on wiry stems. Beloved by bees, and reliably hardy once established.

5 in stock



Purple Sage (Salvia officinalis 'Purple')

£4.00

A culinary sage selection with soft purple-flushed grey-green leaves, as hardy and useful in the kitchen as the plain form. Evergreen and drought tolerant once established.

5 in stock



St Johns Wort (Hypericum perforatum)

£6.00

Great ground cover, thrives even in poor soil. Used medicinally, eg for cystitis.

5 in stock



Asparagus plant / sold as crowns in autumn-winter (Connovers Colossal)

£6.00

A time-tested heirloom asparagus with tall, tender spears and excellent flavour. First introduced in the 1800s, this reliable variety produces thick green shoots with purplish tips, ideal for steaming, roasting, or adding fresh to spring dishes. Long-lived and productive, asparagus thrives in a sunny, well-drained spot and rewards patience with harvests for up to 20 years. Eventual height and spread 50cm. These are sold as crowns over the Autumn and Winter months.

4 in stock



Cineraria maritima Silver Dust

£4.00

Senecio cineraria 'Silver Dust' is a hardy evergreen perennial prized for its striking silvery foliage that adds contrast and texture to borders, containers, and coastal gardens. The fuzzy, silver leaves are covered in fine hairs that help trap moisture, making this plant impressively drought-tolerant once established. Low-maintenance and highly decorative, it holds its shape beautifully year-round and pairs well with both vibrant flowers and other foliage plants.

4 in stock



Pack of 10 plants: Lemon balm ( Melissa officinalis)

£10.00

Lemon Balm is a calming herb with a fresh lemony scent, perfect for teas and natural remedies. Easy to grow and loved by pollinators, it brings both beauty and wellbeing to your garden.

3 in stock



Red valerian (Centranthus ruber)

£4.00

A long-flowering perennial with clusters of deep pink-red blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and moths from late spring to autumn. Drought-tolerant and happy in poor, rocky soil, Red Valerian is perfect for wildflower gardens, borders, and dry walls.

3 in stock



Pack of 3: Purple Toadflax (Linaria purpurea)

£10.00

A tall, slender perennial with spikes of small, tubular purple flowers that bloom from early summer to autumn. The flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, and the plant is low-maintenance and drought tolerant once established. Its airy growth habit makes it ideal for adding vertical interest and a splash of colour to naturalistic or cottage-style gardens.

2 in stock



Purple-top Vervain (Verbena bonariensis/ Verbena officinalis)

£5.00

A hardy perennial valued for its tall, airy stems topped with clusters of purple flowers that bloom from mid-summer to autumn. It attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it ideal for wildlife-friendly or cottage-style gardens. The plant is low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and adds height and structure to borders, mixed plantings, or naturalised areas.

2 in stock



Cardoon (Artichoke Italian Purple)

£8.00

A dramatic, architectural relative of the globe artichoke, with huge silvery, deeply cut leaves and towering purple thistle flowers. The blanched stems are a traditional Italian delicacy, while the plant itself makes a bold statement in any border.

1 in stock



Mother wort

£8.00

Can be used as a flavouring, tea, or for medicinal uses (eg menstrual pain).

1 in stock



Pack of 3 Honeysuckle plants- yellow

£10.00

A vigorous, evergreen climber with fragrant, creamy-white flowers that turn yellow as they age. Loved by pollinators and ideal for covering fences or trellises.

1 in stock



Pack of 3: Creeping Sedum - Dragons blood or Sedum spurium- Fuldaglut

£6.00

A tough, low-growing ground cover with rich red-tinged foliage that deepens in colour through the season. In summer, it bursts into vibrant pink-red star-shaped flowers, loved by pollinators. Perfect for rockeries, borders, or containers—drought-tolerant and thrives in poor soil.

1 in stock



Pack of 3: White Toadflax (Linaria purpurea)

£6.00

A tall, slender perennial with spikes of small, tubular flowers that bloom from early summer to autumn. The flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, and the plant is low-maintenance and drought tolerant once established. Its airy growth habit makes it ideal for adding vertical interest and a splash of colour to naturalistic or cottage-style gardens.

1 in stock



Winter Savory (Satureja Montana)

£6.00

Hardy perennial that can be used as a herb all year round, great as a substitute for basil. Can also be used medicinally, and works great as ground cover. Height and spread 50cm.

1 in stock



5 drought tolerant plants: Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) Pink

£6.00

Yarrow is a tough, drought-tolerant perennial known for its feathery, aromatic foliage and flat-topped clusters of tiny white flowers that bloom from early summer to autumn. It's a great choice for pollinator-friendly gardens, borders, wildflower meadows, or herb gardens. Historically used in traditional medicine for wound healing and digestive support, Yarrow is also valued today for its ability to attract beneficial insects and improve soil structure in companion planting.



5 drought tolerant plants: Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) White

£6.00

Yarrow is a tough, drought-tolerant perennial known for its feathery, aromatic foliage and flat-topped clusters of tiny white flowers that bloom from early summer to autumn. It's a great choice for pollinator-friendly gardens, borders, wildflower meadows, or herb gardens. Historically used in traditional medicine for wound healing and digestive support, Yarrow is also valued today for its ability to attract beneficial insects and improve soil structure in companion planting.



Amaranth (Amaranthus)

£6.00

A dramatic, easy-to-grow annual producing long, tassel-like flower plumes in shades of deep red or gold, doubling as an ancient, nutritious grain crop. As striking in a border as it is productive in the kitchen garden.



Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum)

£6.00

A fast-growing, drought-tolerant grain crop with delicate white flowers that pollinators flock to all summer. Traditionally grown as a soil-improving cover crop and ancient staple grain, buckwheat asks for little and gives generously in return.



Callistemon (Bottlebrush)

£10.00

An eye-catching evergreen shrub with unmistakable brush-like red flower spikes in summer, beloved by bees. Best in a sheltered, sunny spot with good drainage.



Curry Plant - Korma (Helichrysum italicum)

£6.00

A compact, silver-leaved evergreen with a warm, curry-like scent and mustard-yellow summer flowers. Thrives in a hot, dry spot.



English Lavender - Munstead (Lavandula angustifolia)

£6.00

A classic, compact English lavender with fragrant grey-green foliage and short spikes of violet-blue flowers in summer. Fully hardy and drought tolerant once established.



Golden Marjoram - Aureum (Origanum vulgare)

£6.00

A UK native herb selected for its bright golden foliage, forming a low, spreading mat. Aromatic, hardy, and popular with pollinators.



Himalayan Cinquefoil - Scarlet Starlit (Potentilla atrosanguinea)

£6.00

A low, spreading perennial with strawberry-like leaves and deep scarlet flowers held above the foliage through summer.



Hyssop - Blue (Hyssopus officinalis)

£6.00

An aromatic Mediterranean herb with narrow leaves and spikes of deep blue flowers, much loved by bees. Traditionally used in cooking and herbal medicine.



Jerusalem Artichoke or Sunchoke (Helianthus tuberosus)

£6.00

Grow your own delicious and versatile root veg with these easy-to-grow Jerusalem artichokes. A member of the sunflower family, this hardy perennial produces tall, cheerful yellow flowers in late summer and knobbly tubers underground that can be harvested from late autumn. The tubers have a sweet, nutty flavour and can be roasted, sautéed, or used in soups and mash as a low-carb alternative to potatoes. Once planted, they’ll come back year after year, spreading steadily to form a useful screen or windbreak.



Lemon Thyme - Anderson's Gold (Thymus x citriodorus)

£6.00

A low, spreading lemon-scented thyme with bright gold-variegated foliage that intensifies in full sun. Evergreen, drought tolerant, and useful both ornamentally and in the kitchen.



Lewisia - Little Raspberry (Lewisia longipetala)

£6.00

A compact alpine succulent forming neat rosettes of fleshy leaves, with sprays of raspberry-pink flowers in late spring. Ideal for a rockery, trough, or well-drained sunny spot.



Limonium (Statice)

£5.00

A drought-tolerant, salt-tolerant everlasting flower producing papery clusters of blue, pink, or white blooms that hold their colour beautifully when dried. A favourite for cut flower gardens and coastal planting alike.



Pack of 10 plants: Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare)

£10.00

Oxeye Daisy is a UK native wildflower with classic white petals and sunny yellow centres, perfect for creating a natural meadow look. It’s easy to grow, thrives in poor soils, and flowers reliably year after year. Loved by pollinators and edible in small amounts, it’s a simple, low-maintenance choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.



Pack of 3: Pink Toadflax (Linaria purpurea)

£10.00

A tall, slender perennial with spikes of small, tubular pink flowers that bloom from early summer to autumn. The flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, and the plant is low-maintenance and drought tolerant once established. Its airy growth habit makes it ideal for adding vertical interest and a splash of colour to naturalistic or cottage-style gardens.



Pack of 3: Rudbeckia Hirta (Autumn Shades)

£6.00

A bold and beautiful perennial with daisy-like flowers in rich red tones that bloom from midsummer into autumn. Echinacea is loved by pollinators and brings vibrant colour to borders, prairie-style plantings, or wildlife gardens. Drought-tolerant and perfect for cut flowers too.



Pack of 8: Welsh Onion (Allium fistulosum)

£10.00

Evergreen perennial onion that produces profuse clumps of bulblets which are pulled off the sides as needed for cooking. Very hardy.



Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa)

£6.00

An ancient Andean grain crop, increasingly trialed by UK growers for its tolerance of poor soils and modest watering needs. Produces distinctive seed heads in shades of red, gold, or green by late summer.



Rigid Verbena (Verbena rigida)

£6.00

A tough, clump-forming verbena with vivid purple flower clusters held on wiry stems from midsummer into autumn. A favourite with butterflies and bees, and thrives in a hot, sunny border.



Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)

£6.00

A classic Mediterranean culinary herb with narrow, aromatic evergreen leaves and pale blue flowers loved by early-season bees. Thrives in a hot, dry, well-drained spot.



Sage (Salvia officinalis 'Icterina')

£4.00

A culinary sage selection with aromatic golden-yellow and green variegated leaves, bringing colour to the garden and flavour to the kitchen. Evergreen and drought tolerant once established, with good hardiness and year-round interest.



Santolina - Lemon Fizz (Santolina rosmarinifolia)

£6.00

A finely textured, aromatic evergreen shrublet with bright green, feathery foliage and cheerful lemon-yellow button flowers in summer. Drought tolerant once established and ideal for a sunny border edge.



Sea Holly (Eryngium maritimum)

£8.00

A striking coastal native with spiny, metallic-blue foliage and thistle-like flowerheads, naturally adapted to sand and poor, dry soils. A rare and architectural plant that brings a touch of the seaside to any sunny, well-drained border.



Sea Purslane (Atriplex portulacoides)

£6.00

A native saltmarsh shrub with silvery, succulent leaves and a mild, salty flavour, traditionally foraged alongside rock samphire. Thrives in poor, salty soils where little else will grow, and tolerates drought with ease.



Silverbush (Convolvulus cneorum)

£6.00

A compact Mediterranean shrub with silvery, silky foliage and white trumpet flowers all summer. Needs full sun and sharp drainage.



Tree Purslane (Atriplex halimus)

£7.00

A silvery-leaved, salt-tolerant shrub whose mild, slightly salty leaves can be used much like spinach. Extremely drought tolerant once established and equally useful as an attractive, edible hedge.



Triteleia 'Queen Fabiola'

£6.00

A graceful summer-flowering bulb producing airy umbels of violet-blue, star-shaped flowers on slender stems. Native to the dry hillsides of California, it thrives in a sunny, well-drained spot and makes an elegant, long-lasting cut flower.