Add a touch of class to your patio with this stylish 'Riviera' planter. Cool and contemporary, the high-gloss finish is remarkably attractive, making it a feature in its own right. A large, very tough and durable planter that is perfect for bulbs, bedding, feature shrubs, houseplants and more, it's made to last from heavy-duty polypropylene, with a sleek, glossy design. At a fraction of the cost of a ceramic pot, it will adorn your patio for many years. This weather resistant, plastic planter is frost proof and UV stable and will really last the test of time, meaning you can use it year in, year out. Being polypropylene, it is also light weight, so easier to pick up and move around when compared to ceramic or pottery containers. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, the Riviera comes with pre-drilled drainage holes and is frost proof and UV fade resistant - making it a great investment for your garden. Finished off with a stylish, glossy black finish, it will certainly help to provide spectacular garden displays for years to come! Brilliant value, we supply 1 x 25 x 28cm (10 x 11in) Plastic Planter.
A long-flowering, semi-evergreen shrub that looks fabulous in a mixed border, Abelia 'Tricolour Charm' (R) has attractive, glossy, multi-coloured leaves and fragrant white flowers. Ideal for a cottage-style garden, this shrub is remarkable due to its tricolour foliage in shades of green, cream and pink, tinged with yellow in spring. Its perfumed white flowers appear from July and last well into September. Compact in habit, Tricolour Charm forms a neat shrub that is perfect for growing in a pot on the terrace or balcony in a sunny, sheltered position. Easy to grow and hardy to -12°C, it's best grown in the shelter of a wall or towards the back of a border to encourage it to hang on to its leaves. Supplied as an established plant in a 9cm pot, ready for immediate planting.
Probably the most widely grown of all dwarf tulips, Tulip 'Red Riding Hood' is a top choice for stunning springtime displays. Flowering in March and April, they have striking, bright scarlet-red blooms with black centres, which contrast delightfully against broad, grey-green, maroon-striped leaves. Plant with other spring-flowering bulbs of different hues for dramatic effect. Fully deserving of its coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, 'Red Riding Hood' is a compact variety, so is perfect for rock gardens or the front of beds and borders. Alternatively, scatter them through grass, where they will naturalise easily and produce bigger and better displays every year. They look equally stunning when planted in garden pots - and make a beautiful cut flower for your vase. Easy to grow and reliably hardy, they are happy to be left in the ground for stunning results for many years to come. Supplied as a pack of 30 bulbs, size 10/11 ready for planting out in autumn.
A French lavender, Lavandula stoechas 'Greek Mountain' is a impressive, relatively new variety with upright stems up to 60cm tall (2ft) and narrow, very aromatic grey-green leaves. The large, fragrant purple flower heads are held on straight stems in late spring and throughout summer. The flowers are topped with long, deep lilac bracts that look like butterfly wings or bunny ears - hence its common name of bunny ear or butterfly lavender. The silvery leaves and blooms are packed with a heady scent, the purple flowers will provide you a colourful spectacle from early to mid-summer and are a magnet to bees, butterflies and other beneficial creatures, which will have your garden buzzing with life. Perfect for growing either side of doorways, pathways and entrances or for the patio, lavender is perfect for many situations and French lavender is one of the prettiest and eye-catching varieties. Greek Mountain takes well to pots, just make sure that the soil in the container is light and drains well.Once established, French Lavender is extremely drought tolerant, easy to grow and needs very little maintenance - you can keep it in great shape with a little pruning twice a year; trim lightly in mid to late summer, removing spent flower heads. Prune again in early spring, removing about 2.5cm of growth. Supplied as an established plant in a 12cm pot, ready to plant into its final position.
A great mixture of taller tulips approx. 50-60cm tall to give you a kaleidoscope of spring colour. They are incredibly versatile, very strong and sturdy and show off the classic, much loved tulip shape. These 'Triumph' tulips are perfect for growing in beds and borders, this mix is an all-in-one solution to adding vibrant spring colour to your garden next year - maximum impact with minimum effort! We've put together a stunning mix of colour to create a real rainbow of tulips to stand loud and proud in your beds, borders or containers next year without you having to do anything other than plant and water. Tulips are one of the most popular bulbs, as they are are great planted with many different colour variations to give a fresh, vibrant spring colour to your garden, patio or decking but they also make great cut flowers to brighten up the house. Supplied as a pack of 50 bulbs, size 10/11 ready for planting in autumn.
Vitax Clematis Feed is a balanced feed with an organic base which promoted the growth and flowering of clematis and other climbing plants such as honeysuckle, passion flower and ivy.The feed is rich in natural nutrients, including potassium, to encourage vigorous growth and prolific flowering.Clematis should be planted in humus-rich soil in a shady spot where their roots are protected from the sun. To help prevent clematis wilt, clematis should always be transported 6 inches deeper than the level of the starter pot. Directions for use:NB one small gloved handful contains approx. 30g For Established PlantsApply the fertiliser in March and repeat applications every three months during the growing season.Sprinkle evenly 60g/m square of pellets evenly around the base of the plant. Work into the soil and water thoroughly. New PlantingAll newly planted clematis must be well watered during dry weather. Plants will benefit from an application of Vitax Clematis Fertiliser (60g/m square) spread evenly around the base when growth is vigorous.
Save Our Bees - Your Guide To Creating A Bee Friendly Environment is a guide to show you what you can do to save our dwindling bee population. Over 70% of our food crops are pollinated by bees; a species that is dying out at a frightening rate. Scientists have expressed their concern that if something is not done soon to stop these pollinating insects disappearing, we will face serious, irreparable problems with the world's food supply.Bees are an amazing species of insect; there are over 25,000 different types of bee on the planet, with over 4,000 in the USA and around 250 in the United Kingdom. Honey bees are probably the most important species of bee as it is estimated that 80% of the food eaten has been pollinated by a honey bee! These 'busy bees' work tirelessly to pollinate our food yet they are losing their habitat and their natural environment as our monoculture farming expands. There is a big movement across the Western world to save the bees and provide them with an environment that supports them. Everyone, no matter whether you live in the middle of a city or the country, can help the bees. This book is a complete guide to everything you can do for the bees from the best flowers to grow for them, to how to support them with our changing weather and much, much more. When you read this book you will understand how this docile, much mis-understood insect is the foundation stone of much of the life on Earth and why it is so important that something is done to help them. As you read 'Save Our Bees', you will discover: Exactly how the bees are so important and why it is vital we help them Why bees are generally completely harmless and misunderstood and feared by many people The different types of bee, both social and solitary How to provide bees with natural sources of food throughout the year Why early season flowers are so vital for bees and ones you can grow to provide them with food Which plants you must avoid growing as they are toxic to bees The truth behind the myth of feeding bees sugar water and how it can threaten their survival Why pesticides are so dangerous to bees and some natural, bee safe alternatives to use around your home and garden How to reduce your need for chemicals through environmentally friendly companion planting What city dwellers can do to help bees and a surprising fact about urban bees that few people know Exactly what you need to keep bees at home if you want to become a beekeeper Information and resources on creating a bee friendly neighborhood This in-depth guide has been written to give you all the information you need to start saving our bees. It is something anyone can do no matter how big or small your garden is, or even if you do not have a garden! Bees are an amazing species of insect and you can help them now. Working together, we can help the bees and prevent their decline. Once you have read, 'Save Our Bees', you will know exactly what you can do to help the bees no matter where you live. Even now, there is something magical about sitting back on a hot summer's day, watching bees lazily fly from flower to flower. Whether you want to become a beekeeper or just plant a bee friendly garden, there is plenty you can do to help these vital insects survive.
We have formulated this special Citrus feed to deliver the correct year-round balance of both major nutrients like nitrogen, potassium and phosphorous, as well as all the essential micronutrients that citrus are so needy of, like magnesium and boron. This high potency feed is easily made up in a watering can or small container, using the scoop provided, and will last for well over a year on 2 of our citrus trees. Total Nitrogen (N) ........................... 18% Nitric Nitrogen (N) ...................... 5.0% Ammoniacal Nitrogen (N) ......... 3.6% Ureic Nitrogen (N) ...................... 9.4%Phosphorus Pentoxide (P2O5)Soluble in neutral ammoniumcitrate and water .......... 18% (7.8%P)Phosphorus Pentoxide (P2O5)Soluble in water .......... 18% (7.8%P)Potassium Oxide (K2O)Soluble in water ......... 18% (14.9%K)Magnesium Oxide (MgO)Soluble in water ........... 2% (1.2%Mg)Iron (Fe) chelated by EDTA 0.200%Manganese (Mn) 0.020%Boron (B) 0.020%Zinc (Zn) 0.050%Copper (Cu)
What could be easier than this perfect blend of pre-spaced and filled bulbs - arranged as 7 white Tulipa 'Royal Virgin' , surrounded by 12 stunning Anemone blanda 'Blue Shades' bulbs, creating a lovely effect. Each display has been skilfully created by our experts so the varieties within it will provide a co-ordinated riot of colour each spring. 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! Supplied as a pre-positioned pack of 19 bulbs, in circular biodegradable pack.
Perfect for adding a touch of class to your garden, this classic Silver Tulipa planter is ideal for filling with your favourite plants to show them off at their best. A contemporary container, the Tulipa planter is perfect for potting up with architectural plants such as box, palms or cordylines, but are equally suited to classic summer bedding displays too. Whatever you decide to plant in it, place by doorways, entrances and gateways or around patios and decking and just watch as they turn heads - but for a fraction of the price of metal or ceramic planters! Plus they're ideal when paired to frame features in your garden. Supplied as a 10in (25cm) width pot. Please note: shade of gold may vary.
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
These stunning-coloured hanging Baskets will set off your chosen colour scheme of bedding and basket plats for a real bang on trend bold display this Summer - and for several years to come as they are easily re-used at the end of the season. Holding 6 litres of compost each, each basket is designed to have a small water reservoir at the bottom, as well as 3 drainage holes to prevent over-watering. The colour matched clip-on hangers fit easily on or use them without the hangers as coloured planters. Supplied as a pair of 27cm (11') baskets with clip on plastic 3-point hangers, made from UV resistant plastic. Holds 6 litres of compost and is 27cm (11') in diameter x 16cm (6.5') tall excluding hanger.
Imagine growing your own Cranberries for the Christmas spread, well it's much easier than you think. They are tough, rugged little berries, that like naturally acidic soils - think scrubby moorland, so if you give them this, they are easy. This means most people need to grow them in pots, in acidic (ericaceous) compost, and you will be fine. They are quite a trailing plant, so choose a tall pot, or even a hanging basket, so the ripening red fruits can cascade down the sides. Evergreen with small pinky red flowers in late Spring, the red fruits will be produced each Autumn. Pick fresh and enjoy in smootheis or juiced, or make jelly from them then. Should crop in first season reliably too, and for many years after.
Perfect for adding a touch of class to your garden, this classic Gold Tulipa planter is ideal for filling with your favourite plants to show them off at their best. A contemporary container, the Tulipa planter is perfect for potting up with architectural plants such as box, palms or cordylines, but are equally suited to classic summer bedding displays too. Whatever you decide to plant in it, place by doorways, entrances and gateways or around patios and decking and just watch as they turn heads - but for a fraction of the price of metal or ceramic planters! Plus they're ideal when paired to frame features in your garden. Supplied as a 10in (25cm) width pot. Please note: shade of gold may vary.
With their intense indigo blue colour and sweetly fragrant perfume, Scilla nutans - English bluebells - boldly herald the arrival of spring and the onset of warmer weather. These bee-friendly blooms are great for attracting wildlife to your garden. A perennial woodland favourite, the bulbs will naturalise easily to form clusters of cheerful, nodding flowers on bright-green foliage each spring. Scatter the bulbs through grass or wooded areas and plant them where they fall for a naturalistic effect; or place them in a shady spot at the base of a hedge or around the bases of trees, where they will naturalise easily, just like in the wild. Reaching a height of 25cm, this truly native British bluebell makes an attractive addition to garden beds and borders - a punchy contrast to other spring-flowering bulbs or perennials and a great choice for a traditional cottage garden feel. They look equally stunning in containers for your patio or decking and are wonderful in a vase. They will return with bigger and better displays every year. Fully hardy, they can be left in the ground or lifted after flowering to divide large clumps for replanting. Supplied as a pack of 15 bulbs, size 7/8 ready for planting in the autumn.
A really popular climber that tends to fly out of the nursery beds as soon as we release it for sale, 'Winter Beauty' is an evergreen clematis that grows up to 3m (12ft) tall, with dark, evergreen foliage that will make a stunning centrepiece for your garden.From mid-January to the end of March, 'Winter Beauty' will burst into life, its clusters of delicately alluring, bell-shaped flowers releasing a delicate, sweet fragrance into the winter air.The small, nodding flowers are wax-like, with pure-white sepals surrounding a prominent group of cream anthers, and are borne from early to late winter. Opening one by one from pale-green buds, the little bells become paler and more flared at their tips as they mature.A superb feature plant that flowers through the winter, 'Winter Beauty' is also remarkable for its evergreen leaves, which, unusually for an evergreen clematis, look like ordinary clematis leaves - providing year-round interest in your garden.Robust and fully hardy, this clematis is highly ornamental over a long period when little else is in flower. Plant it in free-draining soil by doorways or alongside pergolas to make the most of its pristine, waxy urns of bloom and evocative fragrance.Supplied as an established plant in a 7cm pot, it is always in demand, so make sure that you don't miss out on the limited stock.
Also know as the Checkerberry or Partridge Berry, this low growing evergreen shrub is an excellent choice for containers on a terrace or balcony and makes a handsome ground-covering plant for shady spots. Bell shaped flowers in pinkish-white open from May to July, but 'Big Berry' really starts to put on a show in autumn, when it covers itself in large, aromatic, bright scarlet fleshy berries 10mm across. This display lasts through the winter, so you'll really appreciate the colour during the darker months. Gaultheria prefers partial shade over sun, and will do well in full shade too, so it'll perform fantastically brightening up those dull spots that all gardens have. The soil should be neutral or a little acid, so us ericaceous compost especially when growing in pots. Supplied as an established plant in a 13cm pot, ready to plant out. Reaching a height and spread of 15cm (6in) x 1m (3ft).
The fabulous centuries old gourmet French Fig, 'Rouge de Bordeaux', produces the most amazing deep red purple fruits, with an almost violet metallic luminescence about their skins. A late cropping variety, best grown in a pot, it will thrive in a Sunny spot in a smaller pot for root restriction, which encourages bigger fruit crops and less leaves. It will do even better in a conservatory or greenhouse too, as the extra temperature will produce more, larger and sweeter fruits. Self-fertile, so no pollinators needed. Fully hardy, but crops better in warmer locations. Pick fresh in early September, the sweet, juicy red fleshed Figs contrast with the purple skins. A real delight for fig lovers everywhere.
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