A compact cherry laurel, 'Otto Luyken' forms a thick, compact barrier of shiny, deep green leaves making it ideal for low hedges and groundcover. If you need low-growing, easy to maintain and evergreen hedging, look no further than a classic Laurel Hedge. Compact and spreading, 'Otto Luyken' quickly forms a dense canopy of shiny green leaves that looks immaculate all year round. Easy to grow and maintain, just trim to shape and height twice a year. Suitable for planting all year round as it is pot grown, for the quickest and most successful establishment. Blooming in March and April, Cherry Laurel produces candles of fragrant, dainty white blossom which in summer is followed by fruits that resemble cherries, turning from red to black as they mature. Ornamental and evergreen, this perfect little laurel will also grow in shade making it indispensable for many gardens. A great alternative to the traditional box hedge, this slow growing (just 10-20cm/year) laurel is easy to trim and lends itself perfectly to topiary. Supplied as an established plant in a 3L pot, 40cm tall (inc pot), ready for planting out now, plants will reach approx 1m tall x 1.5m wide after 10 years and can be kept under control by clipping.
The most reliable forsythia available, its a welcome harbinger of spring with masses of deep yellow blooms, offered up on bare stems, from early March. Providing a glowing display outdoors, the stems are great for cut displays too. As the flowers fade in later summer the lovely green foliage ensures that the plant remains a handsome feature. Offered here in skilfully created 'Standard' form, this is a rare opportunity to add even more height and drama to your garden. Perfect for pots and very hardy. Ht 3-4ft
The only surviving member of an ancient species of tree, Ginkgo biloba is often referred to as a living fossil with some preserved specimens dating back 270 million years! Thought to have been extinct, it was rediscovered in China in the late 17th Century and soon distributed around the world in both urban and rural gardens and streets. Also known as the Maidenhair Tree, for gardeners, Ginkgo is possibly one of the most attractive and useful trees that you can plant in your garden with its attractive roughly conical shape and fan-shaped leaves which turn yellow in autumn. The distinctive, deciduous leaves of Ginkgo biloba give a hint at its ancient heritage being very basic in structure. The curious frilled lobes resemble a duck's foot and take on buttery tones in the autumn before fallen suddenly - often within a few days. A tree that enjoys full sunshine and most soil types, Ginkgo is easy to grow and can even be grown in a pot on your patio or balcony. They adapt well to a restricted root system and are extremely resistant to pruning, so our growers have been able to create this beautiful standard plant with its ball of foliage - testament to their resilience. Ginkgo 'Mariken' is more of a recent introduction to the family and is one of the best Ginkgoes for a large container having a very slow rate of growth. Gingkoes are dioecious in that there are both male and female plants. As well as its stunning autumn colour, older female Ginkgo trees may produce large, sunshine-coloured fruits in warm summers. These have a distinctive aroma and, along with the leaves, are often used in traditional Chinese medicine - indeed if you search the internet, you'll see endless reference to supplements and anecdotal health benefits ranging from memory cures to a longer life. While the health claims may remain unproven, something that we do know is that Ginkgo absorbs pollutants, with a number of studies proving that they are great at absorbing Carbon and other nasties from the air, making them a favourite of town planners for fighting urban pollution with the potential to improve local air quality. Supplied as an established standard plant in a 3L pot, ready for planting out or potting on.
The Greenhurst Deluxe Easy Fit Awnings have high quality 280gm polyester fabric and are ideal to extend the home into the garden by providing simple yet effective cover from the sun or showers. Ideal for patio and decking areas, extending to 2m.Simple to use, they winch in and out effortlessly. Easy to install with simple to follow instructions. The awning can easily be removed from the brackets for winter storage. W: 2.5m x D:2m Weight: 18.5kg This product is supplied and delivered by one of our carefully selected retail partners. A valid telephone number or email address must be given at the point of ordering so that delivery may be arranged. Please note that this supplier delivers to mainland UK addresses only. An additional delivery surcharge to Scottish Highland Postcodes may be applicable. If you wish to return your item to the supplier you must arrange to do this by your own chosen method and at your own expense. All returns must be in an unused condition in the items original packaging.
Adding manure to your garden soil is the traditional, tried and tested way of adding nutrients and improving the structure, and these pellets are the easiest and most convenient chemical free way to achieve great results. Made from completely organic, dried and sanitised composted chicken manure, they will naturally increase the fertility of the soil all over your garden, from lawns to borders and containers. They contain a wide range of nutrients along with fulvic and humic acids that stimulate the micro-organisms in the soil to release more nutrients. Breaking down slowly over several months, they will release their goodness and help all of your plants to thrive. Directions for Use Lawns: 150-200g per m² in April, with further applications in June and August.Borders with mixed shrubs, bulbs and perennials: 150-200g per m² worked into the soil in early April and again in July.Root crops: 125-150g per m² prior to sowing.Green leaf crops: 150-175g per m² prior to planting.Potatoes: 150-200g per m² worked into the soil prior to planting, with a second application in early July.Pots and containers: Work into the compost in early April and again in July, 100g for a 30cm pot, 200g for 60cm and 300g for 90cm.Fruit trees, shrubs and roses: 125-150g per m² worked into the soil in early April and again in July. If there is no rain within 3 days of application, water the area thoroughly. Keep away from pets and children and store in a cool, dry place. Wash hands after use.
Making wellies is not easy, but the designers and manufacturers passion for over 15 years has been to create the most sustainable, handmade and fashionable wellies available. It doesn't make a difference if you are attending a festival, gardening, mucking out or walking, they want you to feel fab while you're getting muddy. All of the natural rubber is sustainably sourced from the best rubber plantations in the world and the packaging is 100% recycled and eco friendly too. External Boot Height: 37cm These boots are supplied and delivered by one of our carefully selected retail partners. An email address and telephone number must be given at the point of ordering so that delivery may be arranged. Refunds/ExchangesWe can certainly refund/exchange your item within the 14 days, in accordance with the Consumer Rights Act 2015, however, you must return the item at your own cost. If you wish to arrange a refund/exchange please send an email in the first instance to [email protected] with your order number included.You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. To be eligible for a return/exchange, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging. Once your item has been received back and inspected then your refund/exchange will be processed. In the event of a refund, please note that original delivery costs levied at the time of ordering are non-refundable.
House plants are back, and more popular than ever. A native of Lord Howe Island, the Kentia Palm will make a fabulous addition to your home. It gets its botanical name 'Howea forsteriana' from the island and was brought over to the UK in the 1870s where is because an exotic status symbol with the Victorians. A beautiful indoor palm, it produces tall stems of glossy green, arching leaves that grow to different heights creating an architectural statement wherever you decide to house it. The Kentia palm has very simple needs and will tolerate some neglect, just position it somewhere that is light but out of any direct sunlight. Keep the leaves fresh with regular misting, making it perfect choice for all levels of experience. This gorgeous palm also makes a great gift idea for anyone who hasn't got an outside space to garden. House plants are fantastic at helping keep the air in your home clean as it filters out pollutants keeping it fresh and clean. According to a NASA study, it can remove formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene, found in furniture, fireplace smoke, and common household products. Supplied as an established plant in a 20cm pot, approx. 120cm tall.
Also known as Monbretia, this highly sought after beauty is perennial and hardy - coming back bigger and better each year and forming a large clump in a few seasons! Elegant long flower spikes, held above lush, sword-shaped foliage, each giving you masses of enormously pretty, bright-orange star-shaped blooms from August until the first frosts. each year. Emily Mckenzie is a compact form and needs no support in the border, blooms are similar in appearance to freesias and make nice cot blooms too. Ht 60cm.
Tall, elegant and leafy are the defining features of any palm and the kentia palm is no exception. It stands tall and proud with elegantly arching stems, fanning out to finger-like leaves. Great for adding nature to vertical spaces and providing a big impact for smaller floor spaces.
The Howea Forsteriana or more commonly known as the Kentia or Thatch Palm is a relatively slow growing palm eventually reaching up to 10m in height with 3m fronds. This size makes a perfect addition to any home offering longevity over the years before you need to think about repotting it. They are one of the best at re-moving air toxins such as formaldehyde, ammonia and carbon monoxide from the air, this makes it an ideal home and office plant. It is native to Lord Howe Island in Australia. Light and Water The plants are quite forgiving and tolerant of low light conditions but do prefer an area that receives indirect light indoors. Good locations are living rooms, bright corridors or offices near but not in front of windows as direct sunlight can be harsh on the plants. You can also choose to keep your plant outdoors during the warmer months in a somewhat shaded location. Kentia palm plants are fairly drought tolerant, although they do not like to be overly dry, or for that matter overly wet. Water only when the top inch or so (2.5 cm.) of soil starts to dry out. Mist indoor Kentia palm occasionally to provide some humidity and to remove any dust build-up. Palms, in general, require minimal pruning. Over pruning may cause irreversible damage to the trunk. You should, however, remove old leaf bases by gently pulling; do not force them off, which can cause permanent scarring or open up injury for trunk rot disease.
Chicken of the Woods’ is a popular mushroom with foragers, growing naturally in the wild as bracket fungi on the trunk and stumps of Oak, Cherry, Sweet Chestnut, Willow and Yew.
Kent & Stowe Carbon Steel Hand Trowel and Fork are the ideal tools for planting bulbs and seedlings in borders and raised beds. Designed with functionality and performance in mind, they feature high-quality, robust carbon steel heads. There beautiful FSC Ash wood tapered handles are built for comfort and longevity. The traditional, hand crafted Carbon Steel Hand Trowel and Fork both come with a 10 year guarantee.Designed for cutting green, live wood, the Kent and Stowe Traditional Bypass Secateurs are perfect for pruning. Their non-stick carbon steel blades are ground for a smoother cut and they come with a 5 year guarantee. Comfort grip handles are gentle on hands and wrists.Traditional Bypass Secateurs Product Dimensions: Height: 29cm, Width: 14cm, Depth 2.5cm.Hand Trowel Product Dimensions: Length: 34cm, Width: 8.5cm.Hand Fork Product Dimensions: Length: 31cm, Width: 8cm.