We're offering you a 10 Alpine and Rockery Potted Plants for £29.99, saving you up to 25% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £39.99 (correct as of 18.06.2025).

Rockery Plants

Add Vibrant Colour & Texture to Your Garden with Alpine & Rockery Plants

Alpine plants are prized for their resilience and ability to thrive in rocky, well-drained soils. This collection of 10 potted Alpine and Rockery plants brings a delightful mix of shapes, sizes, and colours—perfect for transforming rockeries, borders, containers, or patios.

Why Choose These Alpines?

• Long-Lasting Blooms: Many varieties in this mix bloom from early spring through late summer, providing a continuous splash of colour.
• Compact Growth: Ideal for small spaces—each plant stays neat at around 50cm (20in) tall and wide.
• Magical Colour Changes: Some varieties feature blooms that shift from greenish white to rosy pink as the season progresses.
• Winter Interest: Dried flowerheads remain on the plant through winter, adding texture when other plants fade.
• Tough & Hardy: Selected for their ability to handle UK weather, these alpines are both shade-tolerant and low maintenance.

Planting & Care Guide

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; add grit or sand if planting in heavy clay.
• Light: Most alpines thrive in full sun but tolerate partial shade—ideal for UK gardens.
• Watering: Water regularly after planting; once established, alpines are drought tolerant.
• Caring: Remove faded blooms to encourage new growth. Prune lightly in late autumn if needed.
• Pots Supplied: Each plant arrives in a 9cm grow pot—simply transplant into your chosen spot.

Design Ideas & Companion Planting

• Create eye-catching rockeries by pairing with Saxifraga, Sedum, or dwarf conifers.
• Add along border edges or patio containers for colour where space is limited.
• Makes an excellent gift for new gardeners or anyone looking to refresh their outdoor space with minimal effort.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The best time to plant is in spring or autumn when soil is moist but not waterlogged. Plant as soon as you receive your pots for best results.
• How much care do these plants need?
  This alpine mix is low maintenance—just ensure good drainage and occasional watering during dry spells. Deadhead spent flowers to promote more blooms.
• What type of soil do they prefer?
  A well-drained, gritty or sandy soil is ideal. Avoid heavy clay unless amended with grit or compost for drainage improvement.