Bog Plants

A bog garden makes a wonderful addition to any outdoor space - they’re ideal for areas with waterlogged, poorly draining or wet soil and their natural aesthetic is ideal for attracting wildlife. If you have a pond, moisture-loving bog plants will flourish in the damp soil around the edges. You can even create a mini bog garden in a container! Bog gardens are a low maintenance and relaxed way to plant, with native British plants, woodland plants and even exotic varieties to lend your space a jungle vibe. Explore our exciting new collection - it’s anything but bog standard!

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  • Iris sibirica 'Snow Queen' Pond Plants
    From £15
    From £15

    Iris sibirica 'Snow Queen'

    Frost white and majestic

    • Zone 2 - Pond Edges
    • Grow in full sun or partial shade
    • Flowers throughout May and June
    • Prefers moist to boggy soil - ideal for pond borders and bog gardens

    Currently out of stock

  • Iris Sibirica 'Peacock Jerry Murphy' Perennial Bedding
    £15
    £15

    Iris sibirica 'Peacock Jerry Murphy'

    Apricot and bronze hues to lighten your pond edge

    • Dramatic blades of dark green foliage
    • Brilliant bronze blooms
    • Grow in full sun or partial shade
    • A fantastic marginal plant for the pond edge

    Currently out of stock

  • Iris pseudacorus 'Alba' Pond Plants
    From £15
    From £15

    Iris pseudacorus 'Alba'

    Elegant creamy white tones

    • Zone 2 - Pond Edges
    • Grow in full sun or partial shade
    • Flowers from May to July
    • Perfect for medium and large ponds

    Currently out of stock

  • Bulley's Primrose | Primula Bulleyana Pond Plants
    £23
    £23

    Bulley's Primrose | Primula bulleyana

    Superb sunset colours

    • Zone 1 - Pondside
    • Grow in full sun or partial shade
    • Flowers from March to June
    • RHS Award of Garden Merit

    Currently out of stock

  • White Marsh Marigold | Caltha palustris alba Pond Plants
    From £15
    From £15

    White Marsh Marigold | Caltha palustris alba

    Attract pollinators to your pond

    • Zone 2 - Pond Edges
    • Loves a sunny spot by the pond
    • Flowers throughout March and April
    • RHS Plants for Pollinators

    Currently out of stock

  • Swamp Marsh Marigold | Caltha palustris 'Plena' Pond Plants
    From £30
    From £30

    Swamp Marsh Marigold | Caltha palustris 'Plena'

    Golden yellow, fully double rosettes

    • Zone 2 - Pond Edges
    • Prefers full sun but will be fine in partial shade
    • Spectacular spring blooms from March to April
    • Ideal for adding colour to pond edges

    Currently out of stock

  • Wild Primrose | Primula Vulgaris Pond Plants
    £23
    £23

    Wild Primrose | Primula vulgaris

    A carpet of scent and colour

    • Zone 1 - Pondside
    • Loves a partly shaded spot
    • Long flowering from January to May
    • RHS Award of Garden Merit

    Currently out of stock

  • Dryopteris filix mas Perennial Plants
    From £8
    From £8

    Male Fern | Dryopteris Filix Mas

    Robust and timeless greenery

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Upright arching fronds
    • Vibrant green
    • Happy in many soil conditions

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  • Common Polypody | Polypodium vulgare
    From £10
    From £10

    Common Polypody | Polypodium vulgare

    Resilient greenery for any space

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Leathery fronds with lobed leaflets
    • Bright green to boost shady spots
    • Perfect for groundcover

    Currently out of stock

  • Iris Sibirica 'Peacock Butterfly Solar Energy' Perennial Bedding
    £15
    £15

    Iris sibirica 'Peacock Butterfly Solar Energy'

    Radiant sunshine in iris form

    • Golden yellow flowers from May to June
    • Striking sword shaped, green leaves
    • A great choice for vertical effect
    • Brightens the border of any pond

    Currently out of stock

  • Colocasia Rubra Black Magic | Elephant Ear Plant Pond Plants
    From £30
    From £30

    Colocasia rubra 'Black Magic' | Elephant Ear Plant

    An enchanting pondside plant

    • Zone 1 - Pondside
    • Thrives in full sun or partial shade
    • Unique purple-black variety of this attractive foliage plant
    • Suitable for growing in pots

    Currently out of stock

  • Makino's Holly Fern | Polystichum Makinoi
    £15
    £15

    Makino's Holly Fern | Polystichum Makinoi

    Unleash unique fern charm

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Leathery lance-shaped leaflets
    • Dark green glossy foliage
    • Symmetrical growth habit

    Currently out of stock

  • Black Wood Fern | Dryopteris atrata
    £15
    £15

    Black Wood Fern | Dryopteris atrata

    Enchantment in foliage

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Lacy foliage
    • Deep green fronds
    • Upright growth habit creates drama

    Currently out of stock

  • Hard Fern | Blechnum Spicant
    £15
    £15

    Hard Fern | Blechnum Spicant

    Wild beauty for your garden

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Leathery fronds grow in a tufted fashion
    • Lush green all year-round
    • Evergreen for constant structural interest

    Currently out of stock

  • Cyrtomium Clivicola Perennial Plants
    £15
    £15

    Holly Fern | Cyrtomium Clivicola

    Sophistication in green

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Holly-like foliage
    • Stunning green all year-round
    • Evergreen for constant structural interest

    Currently out of stock

  • Phyllitis scolopendrium Perennial Plants
    £15
    £15

    Hart's Tongue Fern | Phyllitis scolopendrium

    Timeless elegance in every frond

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Smooth shiny foliage
    • Lime green
    • Evergreen for constant interest

    Currently out of stock

  • Phyllitis Angustifolia Perennial Plants
    £15
    £15

    Narrow Buckler Fern | Phyllitis Angustifolia

    Refined structure, elegant appeal

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Leathery lance-shaped fronds
    • The brightest green
    • Upright growth habit creates drama

    Currently out of stock

  • Polypodium vulgare Perennial Plants
    £15
    £15

    Common Polypody | Polypodium vulgare

    Resilient greenery for any space

    • Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
    • Leathery fronds with lobed leaflets
    • Bright green to boost shady spots
    • Perfect for groundcover

    Currently out of stock

  • Iris Ensata 'Variegata' Perennial Bedding
    £15
    £15

    Iris ensata 'Variegata'

    Luxuriant purple Japanese water iris

    • Rich purple flowers with a golden eye
    • Blooms from June to July
    • Dramatic pond plant
    • RHS Award of Garden Merit winner

    Currently out of stock

  • Iris X Robusta 'Dark Aura' Perennial Bedding
    £15
    £15

    Iris x robusta 'Dark Aura'

    RHS award winning iris

    • Captivating purple and green foliage
    • Flowers between May and July
    • Great for pollinators
    • RHS Award of Garden Merit winner

    Currently out of stock

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Nestled amongst wildlife meadows and resident ducks, Caroline’s award winning pond plant nursery in Enfield has been making a splash since 1965, when they invented the (recycled, obvs) aquatic basket. Sixty years and multiple RHS gold medals later, they’re still surprising us with new varieties every year!

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Ornamental Colour Collection Pond Plants
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Plants arrived in great condition and very promptly. Well established - much better than the ones I got at my local garden centre.

Monica Spence

| 24 May
Star Jasmine | Trachelospermum jasminoides Climbing Plants
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Yet again this company delivered good healthy plants, exactly as shown in photos, well packaged and within delivery time quoted. Recommend!

Jacqueline Burgess

| 2 Jun
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I continue to be so impressed with Roots. Their customer care, knowledge of their subject: from planting hedges to pruning roses and more, has been a great support.

Judy Lane

| 23 Oct
E 'Black Hamburgh' Indoor Grape Vine Soft Fruit
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The plant arrived looking vigorously healthy, which brings a smile to your face, extremely well protected in its packaging.

Martyn Hill

| 5 Jul
E 'Braeburn Hillwell' Apple Tree Fruit Trees
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As a non-gardener, I found my whole experience brilliant. Great information & advice available on the website, great range of products & prices are brilliant.

John-Paul

| 22 May
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Wonderful plants and great customer service... really surprised to find that the plants are better than those you would get at your local garden centre.

Gavin Wilcock

| 8 Nov

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