Vinca minor, better known as the periwinkle is a wonderful, low growing evergreen perennial with glossy green foliage on long stems that will root where they touch the ground. Between April and September beautiful, five petalled, star shaped flowers appear in shades purple, blue and white scattered across the carpet of foliage. They are wonderful for brightening up dull parts of the garden and provide excellent groundcover, helping to keep weed in check. For something different, try growing periwinkles in hanging baskets so that the stems can trail over the sides. Although they flower best in sunshine, they do very well in partial shade and will even tolerate growing in shadow. Supplied as 12 plug plants, ready to be potted on or planted out into your garden. You'll receive 3 each of the following: Vinca minor 'Bowles' - Bright lavender blue flowers, and a holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, growing to 15 cm (6 in) in height and spreading 60 cm (2 ft). Vinca minor 'Colada' - A lovely periwinkle with dotted with white flowers, reaching 15 cm (6 in) in height and spreading 1 m (3 ft). Vinca minor 'Verino' - A beautiful, periwinkle with rich, deep magenta flowers that grows to 20 cm (8 in) in height and spreads 50 cm (20 in). Vinca minor 'Hawaii' - Stunning blue flowers with a purple tinge. Very unusual for a periwinkle. Reached a height of 20 cm (8 in) and will spread to 1 m (3 ft).
British Wildflowers and Trees Handbook features exactly 100 species that can be spotted throughout the British Isles. Young nature enthusiasts aged 8+ can add their own photographs, drawings and observations to the fact-packed spreads, which all feature a description of each plant, a realistic illustration with labels, areas to tick off each species when spotted, plus lots of useful stats. Also included is a photograph to help with the identification process. Endorsed by both The Woodland Trust and The Wildlife Trust, this comprehensive guide is both fun and practical to use. 224 Pages
A highly attractive feature tree, Pomegranate 'Chico' has the added bonus of producing glossy, versatile fruits in autumn each year! With deep green foliage and bright orange flowers in summer, it will look great in your garden for years to come. The leathery skinned, glossy fruits ripen in the sun each summer and have a wonderfully sharp flavour. The fruits can be used in cooking sweet or savoury and taste great when made into refreshing, fragrant pomegranate juice! They are super-healthy, and packed with antioxidants. Pomegranate bushes love hot summers and your bush will thrive in a sunny spot it is perfect for a patio pot. It is completely hardy and will easily tolerate our British winters.
A gorgeous addition to any garden in spring, Puschkinia libanotica, commonly known as the Striped squill, produces delicate white flowers flushed with blue, with a darker hue running up the petal spines. The straplike, bright-green foliage appears around the same time as the flowers, each upright stem carrying up to 10 blooms. Long-lasting through March and April, these perky flowers are easy to grow and well-deserving of their RHS Award of Garden Merit. Sweetly scented and good pollinators, their cream-tinged anthers are great for attracting bees, and they also make a pretty cut flower. Reaching a height of 15-20cm, Puschkinia libanotica is well placed in the front of beds and borders, rock and gravel gardens, and is great for underplanting trees, hedges and shrubs. Plant in drifts in grassy or woodland areas, where the bulbs will naturalise easily. They look equally stunning in containers. Mix with other spring-flowering perennials such as cyclamen or Snake's head fritillaries for an exquisite combination, or with snowdrops and bluebells for an extended springtime show; snowdrops will be the first to bloom, followed by Puschkinia libanotica and a finale of bluebells. Supplied as a pack of 50 bulbs for planting in the autumn, they will return with bigger and better displays every year. Fully hardy, they can be left in the ground or lifted in the autumn to divide large clumps for replanting.
A complete fertiliser for use all around the garden, with a professional formulation that can be used on flowers, fruits and vegetables to give sensational results, this really is superior! So simple to use, just add one 5g scoop, included in the pack, to a gallon of water (4.5 litres) or a standard watering can, and water during the growing season. This pack makes up to 20 watering cans of feed - that's a lot of feed for your garden. You'll see fast, sustained results with bigger and better bedding covered in masses of flowers, perennials exploding into lush growth and bountiful crops from all of your fruit and vegetables. It's packed full of the most important nutrients and is high in nitrogen and phosphorous for healthy leaves, stems and roots, potash for bumper fruits and flowers along with 7 trace elements and humic acid so that your plants will thrive in every type of soil or compost. Supplied as a 100 g resealable tub of soluble fertiliser, enough to make 20 gallons of feed. Directions for Use Dissolve 5 g of feed (1 scoop, included in the pack) per gallon (4.5 L) of water. For spring feeding: Feed plants once a week between March and April.For summer feeding: Apply twice a week to support vigorous growth from May until September. Keep away from pets and children and store in a cool, dry place. Wash hands after use.
What could be easier than this perfect blend of pre-spaced and filled bulbs - arranged as 7 yellow Narcissus Tete a Tete, surrounded by 12 powder blue Muscari, creating a lovely effect. Perfect for dropping straight into larger pots (diameter 24cm (10in) or more), or into the garden for circles of colour. Using the unique biodegradable package, these Plant-o-Mat Drop in pods are a quick and simple way to take all the hassle out of planting bulbs. No more worrying about colours, or spacing, simply plant the whole tray into the ground or a pot - watch the helpful video to see how. You cannot get easier gardening than this for flowers next spring and for years beyond!
With a significant place in our gardening culture, Daffodils blowing in the breeze are a true sign that spring is approaching and with their distinctive flowers and sweet scent they are a must-have for any garden. A real traditional daffodil, 'Topolino' is a compact, patio type of narcissus that is classed as an heirloom variety having been grown in gardens for many years. Blooming in February and march, it's one of the earlier varieties and makes a welcome sight in the garden with single, lemon-yellow trumpets are lightly fragrant and surrounded by creamy outer petals. Sturdy and reliable, it's a firm favourite for use in flower arrangements. Plant them in pots, containers or straight in the ground this autumn for a fantastic display next spring - plus they make wonderful cut flower displays allowing you to enjoy them in your home too. Fully deserving its coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, you can be sure that 'Topolino' is a proven garden performer, guaranteed to be suitable for UK gardeners at every level of experience. You can therefore plant this in the garden with confidence, for stunning displays for many years to come. Supplied as a pack of 20 bulbs, ready to plant out.
The exuberant flower heads of Hydrangea 'Vanille Fraise' are what transform an ordinary paniculata hydrangea into an extraordinary paniculata hydrangea! Turning from vanilla-white, through shades of pink as they age, to a sumptuous rich raspberry pink, these cones of starry flowers are an absolute dream! With flowers of many different shades of pink present on this hydrangea at any one time, Vanille Fraise is perfect for adding colour to in the late summer border and is particularly useful for north facing gardens where it will add colour and light. Vanilla Fraise also makes a great cut flower and the glorious heads can also be dried and sprayed for a stunning winter decoration. Very hardy and easy to grow, the loose cone-shaped clusters of blooms form at the tips of red-stemmed branches in summer. Supplied as an established plant in a 9cm pot ready for planting out.
The 'Bridal Kisses' collection is an aptly named collection of exquisite 'Peggy Wonder' tulips that are a feast for the eyes with their incredible flowers. Unusually for a tulip, each stem carries more than one flower. Beginning as large, globe shaped green buds, they open to a sumptuous mixture of pink, green and mauve on the outside, with shades of pink on the inside that fade to almost white towards the centre. The petals are wonderfully ruffled, and the double flowers are so large that they have to be seen to be believed. This extraordinary tulip will amaze all who see it. Once open, the flowers are long lasting, and the relatively compact size makes them ideal for growing in planters and window boxes as well as in spring borders. They are also excellent cut flowers and make stunning indoor displays and bouquets, and they are particularly popular with brides. Supplied as 5 bulbs, size 11/12, ready to plant in autumn, growing to a height of 30 cm (1 ft) and width of 10 cm (4 in).
Also known as Justicia rizzinii, this winter-flowering shrub is also known as the Brazilian Fuchsia on account of its amazing yellow and scarlet fuchsia-like blooms. A sight to behold when in full bloom, this evergreen is a compact, tender variety growing to around 60cm (2ft) in height and making an ideal conservatory or heated greenhouse plant that can live short-term outside as a summer patio plant. Although it need protection from frost, the reward that you get is well worth the little extra effort - flowering from late autumn to early spring the dainty nodding clusters of tubular blooms are around 2cm in length and contrast magically with its small, oval, dark green leaves. Fully deserving its coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, you can be sure that this is a proven garden performer, guaranteed to be suitable for UK gardeners at every level of experience. You can therefore grow this plant confidence, for stunning displays for many years to come. Supplied as an established plant in a 9cm pot, ready for potting on.
A striking new design, featuring an embossed leaf motif around the pot and finished with a stonewashed taupe effect, this is a contemporary take on a traditional design that brings a fusion of different styles to create a beautiful planter. The easy way to add lightweight, affordable style to any garden, this tough and durable planter is perfect for bulbs, bedding, shrubs, houseplants and more. It's made to last from heavy duty polypropylene, with a stylish finish and for the fraction of the cost of a ceramic pot, it will add instant effect to your patio for many years. Stylish and modern, the finish gives a ceramic feel to the planter, making it a feature in its own right. This weather resistant, plastic planter is UV stable and will really last the test of time meaning you can use it year in, year out. Perfect as a contrast if you have a group of pots, where the design helps draw your attention to the group and therefore the plants. Ideal for indoor or outdoor use, you'll receive a single, 30cm (12in) round taupe planter.
A multi-flowering variety, 'Quebec' rewards generously with 3-5 flowers per bulb. Petals of pinky-red, with a broad cream edge and contrasting primrose yellow base are set amid lightly mottled green foliage. With stems of up to 35cm, 'Quebec' is perfect for containers, beds and borders. An excellent choice for cut flowers, they also look stunning in a vase. Easy to grow, these hardy tulips flower from April to May, making a stunning addition to any springtime planting scheme. Supplied as a pack of 15 bulbs for autumn planting, they are best placed in a sunny or lightly shaded position, in rich, well-drained soil. Plant with other spring-flowering bulbs or perennials to bring your garden to life.
This beautiful pair of pastel coloured planters comes finished with a white-washed foliage design around the circumference of the pot, adding a splash of subtle colour to patio displays. Looking just as stunning but half the price of ceramic or metal plant pots, these plastic pots are easy to transport around the garden, but are durable too, dade from heavy-duty injection moulded plastic.They're frost & UV resistant too so they'll withstand the worst of our British weather and can be used year after year. Perfect for bulbs, bedding, shrubs, houseplants and more, each planter has raised drainage holes and water reservoirs to allow your plants to thrive.
Semi synthetics two stroke engine oil. The latest high performance synthetic additive technology means this oil meets the very latest global specifications for two stroke engines and lubrication requirements of modern two stroke garden machinery engines. This oil ensures maximum protection at all times and is suitable or premix or injection applications. Garden Machinery Deliveries & Charges Carriers cover all areas of the UK mainland only. However, postcodes below incur a surcharge and you will be notified of any additional charge accordingly AB31 - 38, AB40 - 56, IV1- IV28, IV30 - IV32, IV36, IV40, IV52 - IV54, IV63, KW1 - KW14, PA21-PA38, PH4 - PH41, PH49 - PH50.HS, IV41 - IV49, IV51, IV55 - IV56, KA27 - KA28, KW15 -KW17, PA20, PA41 - PA49, PA60 - PA78, PA80, PH42 - PH44, ZE. Post delivery collection charge for returns: Original delivery cost + £14.40. The machine must be returned in it's unopened, original packaging. In the unlikely event of a faulty machine: Collection & inspection charge: £26.40
The perfect way to display your favourite indoor potted plant, this white, glossy pot cover will bring sleek minimalist style to your home. This decorative overpot will help cover up unsightly nursery pots and allows you to coordinate your plant with your existing decor. Repotting a plant immediately after purchase can disrupt roots and stress the plant, often leading to poor growth. This overpot is the perfect solution to the problem as you can leave the plant in its original container and still get the decorative effect that you want. Cachepots don't have drainage holes so that your surfaces are not spoiled when watering. Easy to use, it's best to remove your plant before watering and allow the water to drain completely out of the plant before placing it back into the cachepot. Supplied as a single plastic pot in Pearl-White Gloss effect. 21cm diameter x 18.5cm high
A traditional general purpose plant feed granules, for applying at planting or top dressing in Spring. Provides the main 3 nutriens for balanced growth in an easy to apply formulation, apply by hand (wash hands after use). Use all around the garden especially good for once a year applications to establsihed shrubberies and borders.
High quality two-stroke oil suitable for use in most tow-stroke petrol engine garden machinery. Two-stroke is low ash, this helps to reduce pre-ignition tendencies Garden Machinery Deliveries & Charges Carriers cover all areas of the UK mainland only. However, postcodes below incur a surcharge and you will be notified of any additional charge accordingly AB31 - 38, AB40 - 56, IV1- IV28, IV30 - IV32, IV36, IV40, IV52 - IV54, IV63, KW1 - KW14, PA21-PA38, PH4 - PH41, PH49 - PH50.HS, IV41 - IV49, IV51, IV55 - IV56, KA27 - KA28, KW15 -KW17, PA20, PA41 - PA49, PA60 - PA78, PA80, PH42 - PH44, ZE. Post delivery collection charge for returns: Original delivery cost + £14.40. The machine must be returned in it's unopened, original packaging. In the unlikely event of a faulty machine: Collection & inspection charge: £26.40
A spectacular parrot tulip with large, frilly-petalled, bowl-shaped flowers of pure white accentuated with green, flamelike streaks. Set amid attractive grey-green foliage, they are striking in a classic 'white garden' or when combined with other colours for dramatic effect. Plant among ground cover or perennials such as hostas for impressive accents of white. These statuesque tulips will grow up to 50cm and are perfect for beds, borders and containers. They also make an excellent cut flower, adding a touch of luxury to any arrangement. Easy to grow and fully hardy, 'Madonna' will flower from April to May, adding a fresh and vibrant feel to your spring garden, patio or decking. Supplied as a pack of 12 bulbs for autumn planting, they are best placed in a sunny or lightly shaded position, in rich, well-drained soil.
Add a gorgeous exotic look to your garden or patio with our glorious Tree Mallow, the hardy Hibiscus 'Marina Blue' for years of fabulous late summer floral displays from this ever so easy to grow shrub. 'Marina Blue' boasts beautiful rich lavender-blue flowers with deep crimson centres that appear from bushy green foliage, ideal for sunny borders and even in smaller gardens they can be grown in pots or can be trained against walls and fences. Despite their exotic nature and their delicate appearance, they are very tough and hardy indeed. You can therefore plant this in the garden with confidence, for stunning displays for many years to come. Grow it in a warm, sunny spot for the longest lasting and biggest displays - they can be hungry feeders, so give them plenty of feed as they come back into leaf and set buds. Supplied as an established plant in a 13cm pot, ready to plant straight out.
One of the largest blackcurrants available, Summer Pearls Black will reward you with huge, juicy berries giving you a whole new eating experience! Unlike other varieties of blackcurrant, this beauty can be picked as single berries rather a cluster making the sweet and aromatic, single fruit perfect for snacking. 'Summer Pearls' is robust and easy to grow making it perfect for those gardeners who have never grown blackcurrants before or for those short on time. A pure-bred black currant, Summer Pearls is very productive, and the fruits have a distinct cassis aroma, which along with their sweet taste gives you the ultimate flavour sensation! Fruits form on short clusters with 2 - 4 berries, and individuals can reach well over 1cm wide. Described by the breeder as well-balanced and juicy, they recommend that you savour the blackcurrants one by one and experience exactly how fruity a black currant should taste. Supplied as an established plant in a 9cm pot, ready for immediate planting. Ultimate height 140cm x 100cm and crops in June