A little about us. . .We've been running Mill Cottage Plants for over 20 years, focusing our attention on the sometimes overlooked species of Hydrangea; in particular Hydrangea serrata, widely cultivated in Japan. Gradually we are acquiring more and different named forms of these, concentrating on the Japanese varieties.  Hydrangea serrata 'Miyama yae Murasaki' We don't neglect the familiar Hydrangea macrophylla however. Among this numerous and diverse species we concentrate on those that are a little special, including the Japanese forms and the 'Teller' hybrid lacecaps.  'Other species are also well represented: H. paniculata - H.aspera - H. involucrata, H. quercifolia - H. arborescens, and the climbing evergreen, H. seemanii. and each season we will be introducing new forms to add to the temptation.  We are also increasingly concentrating on the latest hybrids and new forms of Epimedium from China. Each year we are finding new, beautiful introductions and hybrids to tempt you - take a look!  Epimedium 'Emei Shan' The perennials and ferns we stock are mostly for shade and/or damp conditions that would complement the hydrangeas in your garden.    Aconitum 'Royal Flush' Iris ensata 'Moonlight Lunaria rediviva Waves' 'Partway White' The plants we supply are well-grown and ready to plant out in the garden. We don't sell rooted cuttings, or plug plants. Our carriers (Interlink Express) have proven reliable and deliver to most of the UK mainland within 24 hours of despatch. Because we propagate the plants ourselves we do of course run out, especially of the more popular varieties. At present we are waiting until June before sending out our new hydrangeas - they will be big enough, pruned down, and ready to grow in your garden free of frosts. Hydrangeas ordered now will be sent out in strict rotation when they are ready to leave home. Our garden and nursery is open to visitors by arrangement from May to September.  Garden visitors enjoying tea and cakes on a summer evening And then there's Sally's Diary and article on hydrangeas. There will also be details of forthcoming events, so don't forget to bookmark us, and return regularly. Sally's Books Practical Propagation by Sally Gregson is ava As a thank you to website users, we are happy to offer free carriage. Every copy will be signed by Sally Gregson. For more information, click here.
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is now on sale at £14.99 We are repeating the offer of free carriage to our website users. Every copy will be signed by Sally Gregson. For more information, click here. And lastly... This season we are letting out our little Alpine retreat among the flowers. It's an hour from Geneva and sleeps 6-8. Take a look |
