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Globe Thistle - Echinops ritro - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Echinops ritro, also known as Globe Thistle, is a striking and architectural perennial with sturdy stems and decorative, steel-blue flower heads th...
View full detailsSneezeweed - Helenium 'Moerheim Beauty' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Helenium ‘Moerheim Beauty’ is a robust, profusely flowering perennial with striking, golden-yellow flowers with an orange center. This summer bloom...
View full detailsLiatris spicata - Knobbed snakeroot - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Liatris spicata, also known as bottlebrush or prairie candle, is a striking perennial with upright flower spikes full of purple-pink flowers that b...
View full detailsGlobe Thistle - Echinops ritro - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Echinops ritro, also known as Globe Thistle, is a striking and architectural perennial with sturdy stems and decorative, steel-blue flower heads th...
View full detailsSneezeweed - Helenium 'Moerheim Beauty' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
Helenium ‘Moerheim Beauty’ is a robust, profusely flowering perennial with striking, golden-yellow flowers with an orange center. This summer bloom...
View full detailsLiatris spicata - Knobbed snakeroot - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Liatris spicata, also known as bottlebrush or prairie candle, is a striking perennial with upright flower spikes full of purple-pink flowers that b...
View full detailsGlobe Thistle - Echinops ritro - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
Echinops ritro, also known as Globe Thistle, is a striking and architectural perennial with sturdy stems and decorative, steel-blue flower heads th...
View full detailsSunflower - Helenium 'Moerheim Beauty' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Helenium ‘Moerheim Beauty’ is a robust, profusely flowering perennial with striking, golden-yellow flowers with an orange center. This summer bloom...
View full detailsBall thistle - Echinops ritro - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Echinops ritro, also known as Globe Thistle, is a striking and architectural perennial with sturdy stems and decorative, steel-blue flower heads th...
View full detailsLiatris spicata - Knobbed snakeroot - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
Liatris spicata, also known as bottlebrush or prairie candle, is a striking perennial with upright flower spikes full of purple-pink flowers that b...
View full detailsLiatris spicata - Knobbed snakeroot - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Liatris spicata, also known as bottlebrush or prairie candle, is a striking perennial with upright flower spikes full of purple-pink flowers that b...
View full detailsKnautia macedonica - Meadow Crown - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm
Knautia macedonica is a profusely flowering perennial with fine, dark green foliage and striking, deep red flower heads from late summer to early a...
View full detailsKnautia macedonica - Meadow Crown - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm
Knautia macedonica is a profusely flowering perennial with fine, dark green foliage and striking, deep red flower heads from late summer to early a...
View full detailsKnautia macedonica - Meadow Crown - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm
Knautia macedonica is a profusely flowering perennial with fine, dark green foliage and striking, deep red flower heads from late summer to early a...
View full detailsKnautia macedonica - Meadow Crown - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm
Knautia macedonica is a profusely flowering perennial with fine, dark green foliage and striking, deep red flower heads from late summer to early a...
View full detailsFoxglove - Digitalis purpurea - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x
Digitalis purpurea, better known as Foxglove, is an impressive perennial that shines in early summer with tall spikes full of tubular flowers in sh...
View full detailsFoxglove - Digitalis purpurea - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Digitalis purpurea, better known as Foxglove, is an impressive perennial that shines in early summer with tall spikes full of tubular flowers in sh...
View full detailsKnautia macedonica - Meadow Crown - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm
Knautia macedonica is a profusely flowering perennial with fine, dark green foliage and striking, deep red flower heads from late summer to early a...
View full detailsFoxglove - Digitalis purpurea - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Digitalis purpurea, better known as Foxglove, is an impressive perennial that shines in early summer with tall spikes full of tubular flowers in sh...
View full detailsSummer aster - Kalimeris incisa 'Blue Star' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x
Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’ is an elegant, profusely flowering perennial with fine, evergreen foliage and charming, light blue daisy-like flowers ...
View full detailsFoxglove - Digitalis purpurea - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
Digitalis purpurea, better known as Foxglove, is an impressive perennial that shines in early summer with tall spikes full of tubular flowers in sh...
View full detailsSummer aster - Kalimeris incisa 'Blue Star' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’ is an elegant, profusely flowering perennial with fine, evergreen foliage and charming, light blue daisy-like flowers ...
View full detailsFoxglove - Digitalis purpurea - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Digitalis purpurea, better known as Foxglove, is an impressive perennial that shines in early summer with tall spikes full of tubular flowers in sh...
View full detailsSummer aster - Kalimeris incisa 'Blue Star' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’ is an elegant, profusely flowering perennial with fine, evergreen foliage and charming, light blue daisy-like flowers ...
View full detailsSummer aster - Kalimeris incisa 'Blue Star' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’ is an elegant, profusely flowering perennial with fine, evergreen foliage and charming, light blue daisy-like flowers ...
View full detailsSummer aster - Kalimeris incisa 'Blue Star' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’ is an elegant, profusely flowering perennial with fine, evergreen foliage and charming, light blue daisy-like flowers ...
View full detailsDaylily - Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x
Hemerocallis ‘Stella de Oro’ is a compact, profusely flowering daylily with bright, golden-yellow flowers that bloom continuously throughout the su...
View full detailsDaylily - Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Hemerocallis ‘Stella de Oro’ is a compact, profusely flowering daylily with bright, golden-yellow flowers that bloom continuously throughout the su...
View full detailsDaylily - Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Hemerocallis ‘Stella de Oro’ is a compact, profusely flowering daylily with bright, golden-yellow flowers that bloom continuously throughout the su...
View full detailsDaylily - Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
Hemerocallis ‘Stella de Oro’ is a compact, profusely flowering daylily with bright, golden-yellow flowers that bloom continuously throughout the su...
View full detailsDaylily - Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Hemerocallis ‘Stella de Oro’ is a compact, profusely flowering daylily with bright, golden-yellow flowers that bloom continuously throughout the su...
View full detailsFestuca glauca Azura Blue - Blue Fescue - ↕30cm - Ø14cm
The ‘Festuca Glauca Azura Blue’, also known as blue fescue, is a striking sight. This bright silver-blue grass adds a special splash of color to yo...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Hidcote - Lavender - Purple - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm - 3x
Lavandula Angustifolia Hidcote is a versatile plant that excels both as a solitary specimen and as a hedge. The beautiful purple flower head blooms...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Munstead - Lavender - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm
Lavandula Angustifolia Munstead is a beautiful plant that is perfect as a solitary specimen, but also extremely suitable for creating a hedge. This...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Hidcote - Lavender - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm
The Lavandula Angustifolia Hidcote is a beautiful plant that can be used both as a solitary plant and as a hedge. This plant stands out due to its ...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Munstead - Lavender - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm - 9x
Lavandula Angustifolia Munstead is a beautiful plant that is perfectly suited for both solitary use and as a hedge. This versatile plant adds a tou...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Munstead - Lavender - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm - 6x
Lavandula Angustifolia Munstead is a versatile plant that can be used both as a solitary plant and in a hedge. This lavender variety brings a beaut...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Munstead - Lavender - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm - 3x
Lavandula Angustifolia Munstead is a versatile plant that is perfect as a solitary specimen, but also functions excellently as a hedge. This beauti...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Hidcote - Lavender - Purple - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm - 18x
Lavandula Angustifolia Hidcote is a versatile plant that excels both as a solitary specimen and as a hedge. The beautiful purple flower head blooms...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Hidcote - Lavender - Hardy - Purple - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm - 9x
Lavandula Angustifolia Hidcote, also known as Hidcote Lavender, is a beautiful plant that is perfect for both solitary planting and creating an ele...
View full detailsLavandula angustifolia Hidcote - Lavender - ↕20-25cm - Ø12cm - 6x
Lavandula Angustifolia Hidcote is a versatile and beautiful plant that can shine both as a solitary specimen and in a beautiful hedge. This lavende...
View full detailsSalvia nemorosa 'Schneehugel' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Salvia nemorosa ‘Schneehügel’ is a compact, profusely flowering perennial with aromatic green foliage and striking, bright blue flower spikes that ...
View full detailsSalvia nemorosa 'Schneehugel' - Forest Sage - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
Salvia nemorosa ‘Schneehügel’ is a compact, profusely flowering perennial with aromatic green foliage and striking, bright blue flower spikes that ...
View full detailsSalvia nemorosa 'Schneehugel' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Salvia nemorosa ‘Schneehügel’ is a compact, profusely flowering perennial with aromatic green foliage and striking, bright blue flower spikes that ...
View full detailsSalvia nemorosa 'Schneehugel' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x
Salvia nemorosa ‘Schneehügel’ is a compact, profusely flowering perennial with aromatic green foliage and striking, bright blue flower spikes that ...
View full detailsSalvia nemorosa 'Schneehugel' - Forest Sage - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Salvia nemorosa ‘Schneehügel’ is a compact, profusely flowering perennial with aromatic green foliage and striking, bright blue flower spikes that ...
View full detailsCarex morrowii - Sedge - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Carex morrowii, also known as Japanese sedge, is an evergreen ornamental grass with a beautiful, elegant appearance. The fine, cascading foliage fo...
View full detailsCarex morrowii - Sedge - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Carex morrowii, also known as Japanese sedge, is an evergreen ornamental grass with a beautiful, elegant appearance. The fine, cascading foliage fo...
View full detailsWhat are hardy border plants?
Hardy border plants are perennials that are highly resistant to cold temperatures and frost. This means that they do not die back in the winter and sprout again the following growing season. These plants are ideal for borders because they provide structure and color, even in the coldest months of the year. Some species are even evergreen, while others bloom in the spring and summer. Hardy border plants range from ground covers to tall, ornamental plants that attract butterflies and bees.
Hardy low border plants
For those looking for hardy low border plants, there are plenty of options. These plants are perfect as ground covers and ensure a full, green border without too much maintenance. Popular hardy low border plants include Vinca minor, Pachysandra terminalis, and Ajuga reptans. These plants stay low to the ground, spread widely, and suppress weed growth. They are ideal for filling in bare spots in the border and retain their beauty even in winter.
Sun-hardy border plants
Not all plants can tolerate full sun well, but there are plenty of hardy border plants that actually thrive in sunny spots. Some of the best options are Lavandula angustifolia ('Munstead' or 'Hidcote'), Salvia nemorosa ('Caradonna'), Echinacea purpurea, and Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm'. These plants tolerate sun and drier conditions well and also attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. By placing these hardy plants in the border, you will enjoy a vibrant and blooming garden, even in hot summers.
Hardy evergreen border plants
Evergreen border plants provide a lasting green effect in your garden, even in winter. This makes them an excellent choice for borders that need to look well-maintained all year round. Good examples of hardy evergreen border plants are Bergenia cordifolia, Euonymus fortunei, Carex morrowii ('Ice Dance'), and Heuchera 'Palace Purple'. These plants retain their foliage, adding structure and color to your border, even when other plants are dormant.
Hardy flowering border plants
Anyone who thinks that a hardy border consists only of foliage is mistaken. There are plenty of flowering, hardy border plants that add color to the garden. Consider, for example, Anemone 'Honorine Jobert', Geranium 'Rozanne', Aster 'Prof. Anton Kippenberg', and Phlomis russeliana. These plants bloom in different seasons and offer beautiful variety in the border. By combining them cleverly, you can enjoy flowering plants all year round. Border Plant Species Border plants add structure, color, and variety to your garden. Depending on sun, shade, and flowering period, you can choose from various species. Below is an overview:
Buy winter-hardy border plants
Do you want to buy winter-hardy border plants? You can go to garden centers, nurseries, and online plant shops. When buying, pay close attention to the growth height, location, and flowering period of the plant so that you create a varied and harmonious border. Choose a mix of evergreen, flowering, and low-growing border plants to keep your garden attractive all year round. Ordering online often offers a wide range and the ability to easily compare plants. By investing in the right hardy border plants, you create a garden that can withstand all weather conditions and has something beautiful to offer in every season.
