This grassy herb is an essential flavouring in Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. An ideal patio plant, that tastes of lemon and is perfect for stir-fries, sauces, fish and curries. Height: 150cm (59). Spread: 90cm (35).
A delicious globe variety of beet that can be harvested as ?baby beets?, which are tender and superb for salads. Roots are smooth with deep-red skin and flesh. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 15cm (6).
This remarkable combination is created by propagating three trailing annuals into 1 plug cell, all three varieties - lobelia, bidens and verbena - grow together to form a stunning ball of colour. Three plugs will fill a large planter or a 14? diameter basket. Trailing to approx 50cm. Supplied as plug plants.
Ever wondered if there is an easier way to plant bulbs? These innovative pre-planted bulb trays prove that there is! Simply place the biodegradable cardboard tray into your container or border and cover with compost.
An undulating whirl of twisted pink petals surround a golden ring of stamens on each and every bloom. This double-flowered variety creates a wonderfully showy display, blooming freely over a long period from late summer right through to autumn.
A spectacular variety with a commanding presence in borders and containers or added to a summer bouquet. Anemone coronaria 'Lord Lieutenant' boasts large double blooms of deep violet-blue, with a dark eye at their centre.
Crocus olivieri subsp. balansae 'Orange Monarch' is a little different from your average Crocus. The goblet-shaped, orange blooms are streaked with tawny brown markings on the outside of each petal, creating an intriguing marbled effect.
Crataegus monogyna, or more commonly known as Hawthhorn (Hedging), is a native British hedge shrub, that is commonly seen in the countryside. However, it also makes a fantastic hedge for residential gardens as well.
Dahlia ?Orange/Salmon Mix? contains a varied mixture of cactus, decorative and pompon dahlias, creating a warm palette of coral red to peachy yellow shades.
The Chinese Money plant (or Pilea Peperomioides) has been a popular plant ever since it was originally brought over from the southwestern Yunnan province of China. Their bright green pancake-shaped leaves provide a burst of colour against white walls or paler backgrounds. Light and Water Light-wise, the best situation for a Chinese money plant is bright light, with no direct sunlight. Direct sun scorches leaves, and light shade may encourage larger leaves. They’re said to be hardy down to freezing, and a period of cool temperatures may make them more likely to produce their tiny white flowers on pink stems. The Chinese money plant prefers a well-draining potting soil, and a pot with drainage holes is necessary. The soil needs to mostly dry out between waterings, with more watering required in warmer, sunnier weather. If the leaves start to look slightly droopy, that’s a sign that the plant needs water. To keep your Chinese money plant nicely shaped, rotate it at least once a week to prevent it from getting lopsided. The large leaves tend to accumulate dust, so these plants benefit from regular showers, or at least wiping down of their leaves. Treat monthly with an all-purpose plant fertilizer during the spring and summer growing seasons.
The Monstera plant (or Swiss Cheese plant) has become a common household tropical plant adorning spaces with its wonderfully large and unique foliage. We love this hybrid variety with perforated holes in the glossy leaves. In your house they’re guaranteed to be unlike any other foliage heavy plants you own. Monsteras needs lots of space when mature, so as it begins to outgrow its pot, move it to a statement-making spot in the living room, rather than in a tight corner or on a windowsill. If it gets too big for your liking, you can always trim off one of the largest leaf or two and display them in a vase. In the wild these grow in tropical rainforest in crevices between trees and the gaps in the leaves allow for light to reach its lower foliage. They make an interesting hanging basket or can be grown on a totem pole or other support. Light and Water It’s not hard to take care of and is tolerant of surprisingly low light. Avoid direct sunlight and place anywhere from low light to bright indirect light. Find a balance between sun and shade where possible. If Monstera is given too much sun, the leaves will yellow. If it’s left in the dark, the plant will exhibit something called negative phototropism, where new leaves grow towards the dark, rather than the light. In the jungle, this would signal to the plant the presence of a large tree which it will grow toward in an attempt to climb it. As with all plants from the tropics, Keep in a fairly humid environment either with regular misting or a pebble tray. Water your Monstera moderately and evenly, about once a week. Wait until the soil is fairly dry before watering again.
Soft and delicate petals, with large heads which double in size once opened, it's no wonder it's everyone's favourite summer flower. Some other favourites are featured too, from the fragrant freesias, dainty lilac scabiosa and soft purple phlox will slowly open alongside the peonies to give you the joy of watching them bloom thought-out the week!