Over 360 perennial varieties for colour, structure and pollinator-friendly gardens.
Looking to buy hardy perennial plants in Suffolk? Woolpit Nurseries near Bury St Edmunds stocks one of the area’s largest selections of perennial plants, with varieties for sunny borders, shade gardens, containers and wildlife-friendly planting.
Many of our perennials are grown on-site in Suffolk, helping ensure strong, healthy plants that thrive in local gardens year after year.
Why Buy Perennials from Woolpit Nurseries?
Why Choose Hardy Perennials?
Hardy perennials are among the best-value garden plants because they return year after year, often growing bigger and more impressive each season.
They provide long-lasting colour, attractive foliage, pollinator-friendly flowers and strong garden structure from spring through to autumn.
Whether you want a traditional cottage garden, modern prairie-style planting or a low-maintenance border, hardy perennials are essential plants for Suffolk gardens.
Popular Hardy Perennials at Woolpit Nurseries
Our perennial selection changes through the season. Here are some of the perennial plants often available at Woolpit Nurseries.
Hellebores
Evergreen winter-flowering perennials ideal for shade and early garden colour.
Delphiniums
Elegant tall border plants producing dramatic summer flower spikes.
Salvias
Long-flowering perennial favourites loved by bees and pollinators.
Hostas
Beautiful foliage perennials ideal for shaded borders and containers.
Echinacea
Colourful daisy-like flowers excellent for pollinator-friendly planting.
Hardy Geraniums – Geranium Rozanne
Reliable long-flowering perennials ideal for borders, ground cover and low-maintenance Suffolk gardens.
Perennials for Every Garden Style
Pollinator-Friendly Perennials
- Salvia
- Verbena
- Echinacea
- Gaura
- Rudbeckia
- Nepeta
Shade-Loving Perennials
- Hostas
- Hellebores
- Heucheras
- Polemonium
- Bergenia
- Ferns
Cottage Garden Perennials
- Lupins
- Delphiniums
- Hollyhocks
- Dianthus
- Aquilegia
- Campanula
Long-Flowering Perennials
- Penstemon
- Salvia
- Gaura
- Erysimum
- Coreopsis
- Phlox
Perennials for Structure, Colour & Texture
Perennials can completely transform a garden by adding:
- Height and structure
- Colour through multiple seasons
- Attractive foliage and texture
- Wildlife-friendly planting
- Low-maintenance long-term value
- Reliable annual performance
Mix hardy perennials with shrubs, trees and
garden pots for a complete planting scheme.
Perennials Suited to Suffolk Gardens
Our perennial plants are selected to perform well in Suffolk’s conditions, including sunny borders, heavier clay soils and drier areas.
Whether you need plants for:
- Sunny borders
- Shady areas
- Wildlife gardens
- Dry soil
- Containers and patios
- Low-maintenance planting
our team can help you choose suitable perennial varieties.
How to Plant Hardy Perennials
- Prepare the soil by removing weeds and adding compost
- Dig a planting hole slightly larger than the pot
- Plant at the same depth as in the container
- Firm gently and water thoroughly
- Mulch in spring to help retain moisture
- Water during dry periods while establishing
Most perennials become easier to maintain once established and can often be divided every few years to create additional plants.
Perennial Plant Special Offers
Small Perennials £3.45 each or 4 for £12
Large Perennials £4.95 each or 4 for £18
Grasses, Heucheras, Ferns, Hellebores & Hebes £9.95 each or 2 for £18
What Our Customers Say
” WOW a true plant nursery with the vast majority being grown on site. Every plant was in excellent condition with such a wide variety. The prices are very good, the staff are even better.” – Garden House/ Google Review
Hardy Perennial Plant FAQs
Yes — hardy perennials return each year and often grow larger over time.
Salvias, echinacea, verbena, rudbeckia and nepeta are excellent choices for bees and butterflies.
Hostas, hellebores, heucheras and ferns perform very well in shaded gardens.
No — we do not sell online. Visit Woolpit Nurseries in person to browse our current perennial selection.
Absolutely. Many hardy perennials are low maintenance and ideal for beginner gardeners.
Visit Woolpit Nurseries to Buy Garden Plants
Visit our family-run nursery near Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket to browse healthy garden plants and trees ready to plant in Suffolk gardens.
Our experienced team can help you choose the best plants for your space, soil and lifestyle.
Opening Times: Monday to Saturday: 9am – 5pm, Sunday: 10am – 4pm
We do not sell online — visit in person for the best choice and freshest stock.