Red Campion
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A beloved native herb, Red Campion has brightened woodland paths, ancient hedgerows and cottage gardens for generations. It's young leaves contain a mild spinach flavour and it can be eaten raw. Its delicate clusters of rosy-pink flowers appear from late spring into summer, creating a natural, informal display that has become a hallmark of the British countryside. Traditionally found growing in the dappled shade of historic woodlands and alongside old country lanes, Red Campion brings an authentic sense of heritage and timeless beauty to the garden. Easy to grow and wonderfully attractive to pollinating insects, it is an excellent choice for creating a relaxed, naturalistic planting scheme inspired by the landscapes of old.
Vital Stats
- Latin Name: Silene dioica
- Common Name: Red Campion
- Plant Type: Hardy Perennial
- Height: 40–90 cm (16–36")
- Spread: 30–45 cm (12–18")
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Flower Colour: Deep rosy-pink
- Flowering Period: May–July
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen to deciduous
- Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK
- Wildlife Friendly: Excellent for bees, butterflies and moths
- Best For: Woodland gardens, cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, shaded borders and naturalistic planting
Delivery Information
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Sage is a kitchen garden classic, with a delicious musky flavour that is best known as a staple of a great Sunday Roast!
It is evergreen and quite architectural. It looks great through the winter months and will take the worst that the winter can throw at it. We think that the grey foliage looks spectacular on a frosty morning.
It will struggle in waterlogged conditions so please ensure that this variety is in free draining conditions.
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Delivery options explained
Pre-order delivery option
From January to March, customers are able to pre-order herbs for delivery later in spring, to ensure that you receive the unusual varieties that you desire. We begin dispatch of pre-orders from late March, once all items in your order are available for dispatch in one delivery, as some varieties will be available a little later in the year than others. You will receive notification when this dispatch takes place along with tracking information but if you would like an estimated delivery date after placing your pre-order, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Order Now delivery option
From late March to autumn, herbs will be available for immediate dispatch subject to their availability. We dispatch our fresh potted herbs Monday-Wednesday each week to avoid postal delays over the weekend. We aim to dispatch all fresh herb orders in less than seven days, i.e. an order placed Thursday-Sunday would likely be dispatched the following Monday/Tuesday. Orders placed Monday-Tuesday we would aim to dispatch by the Wednesday of that week. We do not dispatch on bank holidays.
If you have a specific dispatch date that you would like us to aim towards, please do not hesitate to let us know. We can't guarantee a particular date but will strive to do our best for you.
Dispatch information
All orders are dispatched via a next day courier, ensuring that your herbs reach you promptly and in good health. For customers in the Highlands, Channel Islands and Northern Ireland this is a 48-hour delivery service.
Please note that we do not offer a collection service. Our site is not suitable to receive visitors and this is a rule that we have to apply universally out of respect to our neighbours and family.
Packaging
We aim to reuse packaging as much as possible. Your herbs will be delivered in taupe recyclable pots. We are moving over to using plastic blister cell packaging which contains at least 90% recycled content and is itself 100% recyclable. These things are important to you and are important to us.Customer satisfaction
Occasionally due to circumstances beyond our control, problems can arise. If you are not satisfied in the condition of your plants upon reaching you, please contact us as soon as possible providing pictures so that we can deal with your enquiry and feedback to our courier service. We will endeavour to ensure a resolution is reached that leaves you satisfied.