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24 PLANTS for cottage-garden style

1 FOXGLOVE

Grown in cottage gardens for centuries, these bell-shaped flowers are loved by bees. Cut the main spike as it fades and more will come. It likes shade and is self-seeding. H: 1.5m

2 ORNAMENTAL QUINCE

 Chaenomeles come in several warm shades and white flowers are sometimes followed by showy fruits. Train against a wall. Prune after flowering. H: 1.5m

3 CAMPANULA LACTIFLORA

Its upright form is a must-have for a small cottage border.

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