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Foxglove Cottage

A ¼ acre plantaholic’s garden, full of containers, vintage finds and quirky elements. Gravel paths navigate borders crammed with colourful planting, many salvias. A cosy summerhouse and deck, surprises at every turn! A water feature in a pebble circle, and two additional small ponds encourage wildlife. The end of the garden is home to climbers, drought tolerant planting and a plant nursery.

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Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage
Foxglove Cottage

About Foxglove Cottage

Tucked behind an 18th century cottage (not open), in a suburban Horsham street, is this unusual ¼ acre plantaholic’s garden packed full of colourful perennials and more, a haven for birds, bees and butterflies.

No lawn remains, instead gravel and bark paths connect planting areas of both sun loving plants and shadier zones. A south facing border is planted with perennials, roses and clematis in shades of pink, wine and purple early in the season, the colours becoming hotter as the season progresses. Blue planted containers lead to a white flower bed offering a cooler feel. The raised central bed relies mainly on foliage colour and texture for interest with colourful containers to spice things up.

The beach inspired summerhouse opens onto an area of decking, with layered containers planted in clashing colours influenced by Great Dixter. Flanking this is a water feature in a pebble circle and two additional small ponds add more watery elements to the space, encouraging wildlife in abundance.

The end of the garden has been transformed into a gravel garden for drought tolerant plants with a large, rusty metal arbour covered in climbers and more seating. A nursery area grows a large selection of perennial plants that are for sale, as are jam and chutneys made from produce grown in the garden.

The garden is sprinkled with quirky vintage finds and gardenalia, along with a plethora of planted containers. Plenty of seating areas in both sun and shade where you can rest, enjoy the surroundings, and indulge in tea and home-made cake served on vintage china. Members of the Hardy Plant Society. Full of ideas to take home!

Please check our Facebook page www.facebook.com/FoxgloveCottage1 for further information.
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Location details

Foxglove Cottage,
Horsham,
Sussex,
RH13 5NF

Directions to Foxglove Cottage
At Horsham Stn, over bridge, at r'about 3rd exit (Crawley), 1st R Stirling Way, at end turn L, 1st R Orchard Rd. From A281, take Clarence Rd, at end turn R, at end turn L Orchard Rd. Street parking.

Foxglove Cottage openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas inc vegan, gluten & dairy free cake.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 27 May to 4 July for groups of between 12 and 30.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £12.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Garden levels change and gravel paths make it unsuitable for wheelchairs.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Foxglove Cottage at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Foxglove Cottage. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Foxglove Cottage, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Foxglove Cottage does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Foxglove Cottage seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.