Border plants
Border plants are the perfect way to add color, height, and structure to your garden. These versatile garden plants have been specially selected to enhance borders and offer a beautiful interplay of flowers, foliage, and textures. From lush bloomers to evergreen varieties, border plants are ideal for bringing depth and dynamism to your garden design. Whether you choose a romantic, modern, or natural look, with border plants you can easily create a harmonious and low-maintenance whole. A must-have for every garden lover!
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Persicaria affinis 'Superba' - Knotweed - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Persicaria affinis ‘Superba’ is a vigorous and profusely flowering perennial with fresh green foliage and striking, deep red flower spikes that blo...
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 - 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 detailsEuphorbia amygdaloides robbiae - Spurge - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Euphorbia amygdaloides ‘Robbiae’ is a strong and characterful perennial with narrow, dark green foliage and striking yellow-green flower heads that...
View full detailsPersicaria amplexicaulis 'Speciosa' - Knotweed - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Persicaria amplexicaulis ‘Speciosa’ is a vigorous and long-flowering perennial with fresh green foliage and beautiful, deep red flower spikes that ...
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 detailsGeranium macrorrhizum 'White Ness' - Cranesbill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Geranium macrorrhizum ‘White Ness’ is a strong, low-growing cranesbill with aromatic, dark green foliage and numerous pure white flowers. This pere...
View full detailsConvallaria majalis - Lily of the valley - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Convallaria majalis, better known as Lily of the Valley, is an elegant and delightfully fragrant perennial that shines in spring with graceful whit...
View full detailsPersicaria amplexicaulis 'Blackfield' - Knotweed - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Persicaria amplexicaulis ‘Blackfield’ is a vigorous and long-flowering perennial with fresh green foliage and striking, deep red to wine-red flower...
View full detailsErigeron karvinskianus - Wallfinch - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Erigeron karvinskianus, also known as the Mexican daisy, is an airy and profusely flowering perennial with countless small daisy-like flowers that ...
View full detailsGeranium macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety' - Cranesbill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Geranium macrorrhizum ‘Bevan's Variety’ is a strong, low-growing cranesbill with aromatic, dark green foliage and numerous bright pink flowers. Thi...
View full detailsGeranium sanguineum - Blood cranesbill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Geranium sanguineum, also known as blood cranesbill, is a compact and profusely flowering perennial with deep green foliage and striking bright pin...
View full detailsCrooked flower - Iberis sempervirens 'Schneeflocke' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Iberis sempervirens ‘Schneeflocke’, also known as the perennial false flower, is a compact, evergreen perennial with fresh green foliage and abunda...
View full detailsCerastium tomentosum - Felted hornflower - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
The Cerastium tomentosum, also known as the Whoppled Horned Flower, is a beautiful ground-covering perennial that shines in spring with a sea of ...
View full detailsPersicaria amplexicaulis 'Alba' - Knotweed - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Persicaria amplexicaulis ‘Alba’ is a strong, long-flowering perennial with fresh green foliage and graceful, pure white flower spikes that bloom fr...
View full detailsErysimum 'Bowles' Mauve' - Stone rocket - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Erysimum ‘Bowles’ Mauve’ is a profusely flowering and long-blooming perennial with slender flower spikes in warm mauve-purple shades. From early sp...
View full detailsGeranium cinereum 'Ballerina' - Cranesbill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Geranium cinereum ‘Ballerina’ is a compact and profusely flowering cranesbill with grey-green, finely incised leaves and striking soft pink flowers...
View full detailsCentranthus ruber 'Coccineus' - Spore flower - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Centranthus ruber ‘Coccineus’, also known as the Red Spurflower, is a strong and striking perennial that enriches gardens with clouds of deep red-p...
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 detailsOriganum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' - Marjoram Plant - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Origanum laevigatum ‘Herrenhausen’ is an elegant and aromatic perennial with dark purple-tinged stems and leaves and striking, soft pink to purplis...
View full detailsGeranium 'Azure Rush' - Cranesbill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Geranium ‘Azure Rush’ is a compact and profusely flowering cranesbill with striking bright blue flowers and finely branched, fresh green foliage. T...
View full detailsEpimedium youngianum 'Niveum' - Elfenbloem - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Epimedium × youngianum ‘Niveum’ is a graceful and reliable perennial with fine, light green foliage and elegant, pure white flowers that float abov...
View full detailsCampanula poscharskyana - Creeping bellflower - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
The Campanula poscharskyana, also known as the Creeping Bellflower, is an elegant and profusely flowering perennial that forms a carpet of star-sha...
View full detailsNepeta 'Grol' - Catnip - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Nepeta ‘Grol’, also known as catnip, is a compact and profusely flowering perennial with aromatic grey-green foliage and bright blue-purple flowers...
View full detailsPhlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue' - Creeping phlox - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Phlox subulata ‘Emerald Cushion Blue’ is a low-growing, evergreen ground cover with fresh green foliage and spectacular flowering in bright blue sh...
View full detailsThymus praecox 'Purple Beauty' - Creeping thyme - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Thymus praecox ‘Purple Beauty’ is a low-growing, evergreen ground cover with fine, aromatic green foliage and beautiful purple flowers that bloom i...
View full detailsStachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet' - Dog's ear - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Stachys byzantina ‘Silver Carpet’ is a low-growing, ground-covering perennial with strikingly soft, silver-grey foliage that offers ornamental valu...
View full detailsSymphytum grandiflorum 'Wisley Blue' - Comfrey - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Symphytum grandiflorum ‘Wisley Blue’ is a strong, ground-covering perennial with large, rough green foliage and striking, soft blue flowers that ap...
View full detailsThymus praecox 'Coccineus' - Creeping thyme - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Thymus praecox ‘Coccineus’ is a low-growing, evergreen ground cover with fine, aromatic green foliage and stunning deep pink to red flowers that bl...
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 detailsSedum 'Matrona' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Sedum ‘Matrona’ is a robust, profusely flowering succulent with grey-green, fleshy foliage and beautiful, dark pink flower heads that bloom from la...
View full detailsSymphytum grandiflorum - Comfrey - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Symphytum grandiflorum is a strong, fast-growing perennial with large, rough green leaves and striking, creamy yellow to light yellow flowers that ...
View full detailsThymus serpyllum - Creeping thyme - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Thymus serpyllum – Cheerful greenery for your garden or terrace Do you want a garden that requires little maintenance, smells wonderful, and loo...
View full detailsHelleborus niger 'Christmas Carol' - Christmas rose - ↕20cm - Ø12cm - 6x
Helleborus – color in the winter garden The Helleborus, also known as the Christmas rose, blooms when almost nothing else does. With its gracef...
View full detailsGaultheria procumbens 'Big Berry' - Christmas plant - ↕15-20cm - Ø12cm - 6x
Bring the holidays to life with the Gaultheria procumbens ‘Big Berry’ – an enchanting winter plant that adds warmth and color to every season. With...
View full detailsLavandula stoechas Anouk® - Lavender - Ø12cm - 6x
Lavender stoechas, also known as French lavender or crested lavender, is a beautiful and fragrant plant for any garden. Lavender stoechas Anouk is...
View full detailsFargesia Rufa - Bamboo - ↕25cm - Ø13 cm - 6x
Fargesia Rufa – The Perfect Non-Invasive BambooThe Fargesia Rufa is a beautiful, non-invasive bamboo that is ideal for hedges, solitary use, or in ...
View full detailsIlex crenata 'Jenny' - ↕15 cm - Ø7cm - 6x
Ilex crenata 'Jenny' – Elegant, Evergreen, and HardyIlex crenata 'Jenny', also known as Japanese holly, is a compact-growing, evergreen shrub that ...
View full detailsLavender angustifolia - ↕15cm - Ø7cm - 6x
Lavender angustifolia – Elegant, Fragrant, and VersatileLavender angustifolia, also known as true lavender, is a hardy and versatile plant that enr...
View full detailsEuonymus 'Green Spire' - Cardinal's hat - ↕15cm - Ø7cm - 6x
Euonymus 'Green Spire' – The Perfect Vertical Boxwood AlternativeEuonymus 'Green Spire' is a slender, upright shrub that is ideal for creating vert...
View full detailsGeranium 'Johnson's Blue' - Cranesbill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Geranium 'Johnson's Blue'is a popular perennial with beautiful, bright blue flowers that bloom all summer long. This low-maintenance plant grows qu...
View full detailsGeranium cantabrigiense 'Cambridge' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
**Geranium cantabrigiense 'Cambridge'** is a low-growing, low-maintenance perennial with fresh green, aromatic foliage and beautiful pink flowers i...
View full detailsFragaria Vesca - Wild strawberry - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Fragaria vesca, also known as the wild strawberry, is a delicious and versatile plant that is not only beautiful but also produces amazing fruit. T...
View full detailsFestuca glauca 'Elijah Bleu' - Blue Fescue - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
**Festuca glauca ‘Eljae Blue’** is a beautiful, blue-grey grass variety that adds color to your garden all year round. This low-maintenance plant b...
View full detailsEuonymus fortunei radicans - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
The Euonymus fortunei radicans is a versatile and robust ground cover that is perfect for any garden. With its dense, glossy leaves, it offers a be...
View full detailsEuonymus fortunei 'Minimus' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
The *Euonymus fortunei 'Minimus'** is an attractive, compact ground cover with dense, green foliage that turns a beautiful yellow to golden hue in ...
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Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' Bring color and life to your garden with the beautiful Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin'. This striking shade plant featu...
View full detailsCarex morrowii 'Aureovariegata' - Sedge - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
Carex morrowii 'Aureovariegata', also known as variegated sedge, is an evergreen ornamental grass that adds charm to shady spots in the garden. The...
View full detailsWhat are border plants?
Border plants are indispensable elements for creating a structured and attractive garden. These garden plants are specifically used to beautify borders along paths, walls, or lawns. With their varying heights, colors, and flowering times, they bring depth and variety to the garden design.
Border plants are available in countless varieties, from evergreen plants to profusely flowering specimens. Whether you want to create a sleek, modern garden or a lush, romantic border, there is always a border plant that meets your needs. These garden plants not only provide a beautiful aesthetic effect but also attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, making them a sustainable choice.
Hardy border plants
Many border plants are hardy, which means they can withstand frost and cold temperatures. These plants often remain green during the winter months or sprout again quickly in the spring. Hardy garden plants are ideal for gardens in our climate because they require little maintenance and offer ornamental value all year round.
Popular hardy border plants include lavender, lady's mantle, and ornamental grasses. By choosing a mix of evergreen and deciduous species, you create a border that is attractive in every season. These plants are not only robust but also perfect for adding structure and character to your garden.
Border plant examples - species
There is an enormous variety of border plants, allowing for endless combinations. Some popular examples include roses, hydrangeas, geraniums, and phloxes. For a more natural look, you can choose ornamental grasses such as fountain grass or prairie plants like coneflower.
Choosing the right plants depends on your personal taste, the size of your garden, and conditions such as sunlight and soil type. By combining species with different flowering periods, you ensure that your border remains colorful and vibrant all year round. Whether you love a classic English border or a modern minimalist style, there are always suitable options available.
Border plants diverse colors, flowers & heights
One of the greatest advantages of border plants is their diversity. They are available in almost every color of the rainbow, from soft pastel shades to bright, striking colors. Additionally, they vary in height, allowing you to play with layers and dimension in your border.
For example, combine low ground covers with medium-height flowers and tall ornamental grasses for a dynamic effect. Think of purple lavender, yellow coneflower, and the airy plumes of pampas grass. This variety makes it easy to create a border that perfectly matches your style and preference.Border plants with our Corten steel border edging
At Planten247, we offer not only beautiful border plants, but also high-quality Corten steel border edging to give your garden a sleek and modern look. These border edgings ensure that your plants stay neatly in place and provide a luxurious finish to your garden.
Corten steel is durable, low-maintenance, and develops a beautiful, rusty patina over time that combines perfectly with the colors of your border. Whether you want to create a straight line or a playful round shape, installing a border becomes a breeze with our border edging.
Border plants in sun or shade
Whether you have a sunny garden or a spot that is mostly in the shade, there are always suitable border plants to be found. For sunny borders, plants such as lavender, salvia, and rudbeckia are ideal. These species thrive in direct sunlight and bloom profusely.
For shady spots, you can consider ferns, hostas, and hellebores. These plants feel at home in partial shade or shade and still bring color and life to your garden. By taking light conditions into account, you ensure that your border plants grow and bloom optimally.
Border plant package
Do you want to create a beautiful border quickly and easily? Then choose a ready-made border plant package. These packages are put together by our experts and contain a mix of plants that are perfectly matched in terms of color, height, and flowering period.
Whether you are looking for a border for a modern, romantic, or natural garden, we have the right package for you. With a border plant package, you save time and can be sure that you will achieve a harmonious and beautiful end result.
Perennial border plants
Perennial border plants are an excellent choice if you are looking for plants that return year after year and require little maintenance. These garden plants ensure continuity in your border and offer long-lasting blooms. They die back in the winter but sprout again in the spring, allowing you to enjoy their beauty every year.
Popular perennial border plants include delphinium, lupines, and lady's mantle. By combining different species, you can create a border that offers color and texture throughout the entire growing season. Furthermore, perennials are ideal to combine with annual flowers for an extra playful effect.
Evergreen border plants
For a border that remains attractive even in winter, evergreen border plants are a perfect choice. These garden plants retain their leaves all year round and provide a lasting green accent in your garden, regardless of the season.
Some examples of evergreen border plants are boxwood, lavender, and hebe. These plants are not only decorative but also functional, as they bring structure and tranquility to your garden. By combining evergreens with flowering species, you create a border that is always balanced and has an inviting appearance.
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 types. Below is an overview:
Frequently Asked Questions about border plants
What is the best time to plant border plants?
The ideal time to plant border plants is in the autumn (September/October) or in spring (March/April). In autumn, the soil is still warm, allowing the roots to establish well before winter. Are you planting in spring? Then ensure that the perennials receive extra water during the first warm months so that they do not dry out during their first growth spurt.
How many border plants do I need per square meter?
For a nice, full coverage result in the border, count on an average of 7 to 9 plants per square meter (with the standard P9 pot size). If you choose larger shrubs or broad ground covers, you will need fewer. It is important to adhere to the planting distance indicated on the label; this ensures the plants have sufficient room to grow without suffocating each other.How do I keep my border colorful all year round?
You can achieve a year-round flowering border by varying flowering times. Combine early spring bulbs with summer bloomers and late-blooming ornamental grasses or aster varieties. Also, do not forget to add some evergreen border plants, such as the columbine or ferns, so that your garden retains structure and a green base during the winter months.
Do I need to prune my border plants every year?
Most perennial border plants die back above ground in the winter. You can cut the dead stems back to just above the ground in early spring (March). This makes room for the new, fresh shoots. Some plants benefit from a 'Chelsea Chop' in May, where you cut them back partially for more compact growth and richer, later flowering in the garden border.
How do I prepare the soil for new border planting?
A good start begins with healthy soil. Dig the soil over thoroughly and remove all stubborn weeds, including the roots. Mix a generous amount of compost or organic fertilizer into the top layer to improve structure and fertility. For drought-tolerant border plants (such as lavender), you can mix some sand into the soil for better drainage.
What are the best border plants for a shady spot?
For a shade border, plants with striking foliage or light-colored flowers are ideal. Think of the Hosta with its beautiful leaf patterns, the Helleborus (Christmas rose) for early winter flowering, or the Anemone (autumn anemone). Ferns and the Caucasian forget-me-not (Brunnera) also do very well in places with little direct sunlight, provided the soil is not too dry.Buy border plants
At Planten247, you will find an extensive range of border plants. All our garden plants are carefully selected and delivered with care, ensuring you receive the best quality. Whether you are looking for individual plants or complete packages, we have everything you need to realize your dream garden.Order easily online and have your border plants delivered to your home. This way, you can quickly and easily create a garden that shines, regardless of the season.
