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CALAMINTHA (Lamiaceae)
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sp. |
£ 4.25 |
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Upright tender perennial with small, menthol scented, grey leaves and masses of pale mauve flowers in summer. Likes full
sun and very well drained soil. Probably fairly hardy but dislikes winter wet so best kept under glass in winter in cold & wet
areas. 45 cms (1½ feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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CANARINA (Campanulaceae)
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canariensis  |
£ 7.75 |
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(CANARY ISLAND BELLFLOWER.) Winter-flowering climber with large burnt orange bell shaped flowers with dark veins. Dies
down in summer when it should be kept dry. Grow in a loam based compost with added sand. 3 metres (10 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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CANNA (Cannaceae)
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(INDIAN SHOT.) These tropical plants are becoming increasingly popular and are easy to grow. Grow in full sun and water
generously in summer. Stand plants in a drip tray in very shallow water will help keep plants healthy during hot dry spells &
spray the leaves with water during cool parts of the day to revitalise the foliage. Lift the tubers or move plants grown in pots
indoors when the leaves are first frosted in autumn. Due to Canna virus, we have reduced our stock, but may have various
cultivars on sale from time to time.
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'Bengal Tiger' |
£ 7.50 |
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Wonderful green & yellow striped leaves and orange flowers Grow in moist, well drained soil in full sun and lift as soon as
leaves get frosted. Keep frost free in winter. 1 metre (3 feet). Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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indica |
£ 7.50 |
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The species from which many large flowered varieties have arisen. Small but eye-catching red and yellow flowers appear over
a long period. Seems resistant to the Canna virus. 2 metres (6 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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'Stuttgart' |
£ 7.50 |
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Tall cultivar with long, narrow leaves with white stripes lengthways. Small, open apricot flowers. Keep out of miday sun in
summer as white parts of the leaves will scorch. Grow in moist, well drained soil in full sun and lift as soon as leaves get
frosted. Keep frost free in winter. 3 metres (10 feet). Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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CARISSA (Apocynaceae)
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macrocarpa |
£ 7.50 |
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(NATAL PLUM, AMATUNGULU.) Evergreen shrub, hardy in mild areas, with sweetly-scented white flowers in summer followed
by INEDIBLE fruit. Grow in loam based compost or outdoors- in fertile, well drained soil in full sun. SEEDS ARE TOXIC. 2
metres (6 feet). Minimum minus 5 to 0 deg. C.
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CEDRONELLA (Lamiaceae)
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canariensis |
£ 6.50 |
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(CANARY BALM.) Tender perennial, from the Canary Islands, with warmly aromatic balsam-scented leaves. Small pink and
white lamium-like flowers in summer. Grow in loam based compost in full light. Hardy in warm sheltered gardens. 1.2 metres (4
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CESTRUM (Solanaceae)
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Genus of frost hardy and frost tender shrubs (refer to both the Hardy shrub and Conservatory section of this catalogue for
our full range). They are found in open woodland in Mexico, central and Southern America and are principally grown for their
fragrant flowers and ornamental berries. Grow hardier species in well drained soil in sun or part shade in a sheltered spot. Grow
the more tender species in a loam based compost with added grit and protect from very hot sun in summer. Most are hardy
enough to be placed outdoors for the summer at least.
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aurantiacum |
£ 7.75 |
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(ORANGE CESTRUM.) Tender evergreen species with large clusters of bright orange flowers from summer - autumn, possibly
followed by white berries. 2 metres (6 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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x cultum 'Cretan Pink' |
£ 7.75 |
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Sprays of dusky pink flowers, not scented as far as we know. Keep frost free. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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x cultum 'Cretan Purple' |
£ 7.75 |
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A long-flowering variety with nice purple flowers. Hardy in a sheltered garden. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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nocturnum |
£ 7.75 |
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(NIGHT JESSAMINE.) Evergreen species with trusses of pale yellow night-scented flowers in late summer/autumn. Needs
warm conditions to flower well and protection from hot sun. 1 metre (3 feet). Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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nocturnum x diurnum |
£ 7.75 |
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(GOLDEN NIGHT JESSAMINE.) Tender hybrid with heads of scented, golden yellow flowers opening from lilac buds. It is
scented, and very similar to the hardy C. parquii q.v.. 2 metres (6 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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CHLIDANTHUS (Amaryllidaceae)
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fragrans |
£ 4.75 |
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(PERFUMED FAIRY LILY.) Tender bulbous plant with very scented, yellow trumpet flowers from June-July. Good pot plant.
Keep on the dry side untill it breaks into growth the following year. 30 cms (1 foot). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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CHLOROPHYTUM (Anthericaceae)
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amaniense |
£ 6.50 |
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May be C. orchidastrum. With shorter, wider, leaves than its relatives, and leaf stalks a striking orange colour this makes an
interesting and unusual houseplant. Minimum 7 to 10 deg. C.
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comosum |
£ 6.50 |
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(SPIDER PLANT.) This vigourous plain green species, makes a lovely cascading basket plant. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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comosum 'Vittatum' |
£ 6.50 |
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(SPIDER PLANT.) The familiar foliage plant with green leaves with a white-cream central stripe. Good house plant tolerating
everything from a warm, dry room to a humid bathroom. Produces runners which can be left to give the plant a
trailing/cascading effect. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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macrophyllum |
£ 7.50 |
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Much bigger than the normal Chlorophytum, this has wide deep green leaves, giving a lush, jungly effect. Produces sprays of
small white flowers, and the occasional plantlet. Needs a big pot to accommodate the mass of fleshy roots. 45 cms (1½ ft). |
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CINERARIA (Asteraceae)
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saxifraga |
£ 5.25 |
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Bushy spreading plant from S. Africa with small yellow daisy flowers over a long period in summer. Long trailing habit so good
for containers & hanging baskets. Cut back in spring if needed. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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CISSUS (Vitaceae)
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antarctica |
£ 7.75 |
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(KANGAROO VINE.) Tender climber with toothed, ovate glossy green leaves and cymes of small green flowers from spring-
summer. These are followed by black berries. Grow in loam based compost in good light, protected from hot sun. Feed monthly
in summer. Trim to shape in spring. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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striata |
£ 7.50 |
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(IVY OF URUGUAY.) Tender climber with small attractively cut, palmate leaves on red stems. Small green flowers in summer
are followed by black berries. Grow in loam based compost in good light, protected from hot sun. Feed monthly in summer. We
have one busy making attractive ground cover in our glasshouse. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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CITRUS (Rutaceae)
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Citrus plants are very rewarding to grow, being attractive and productive, providing attention is paid to their watering and
feeding regime. We usually have the varieties below, but prices may vary considerably from that shown. We can provide a
Citrus care leaflet.
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hystrix |
£ 15.00 |
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(KAFFIR LIME.) Interesting type of Citrus with leaves which narrow at the middle and look like two leaves joined together at the
end. The leaves are very fragrant when crushed and are frequently used in Thai cooking. The fruit has a lime flavour and is
quite sour. Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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limon 'Garey's Eureka' |
£ 15.00 |
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(CITRUS- LEMON.) A cultivar that will reliably produce lemons if grown in a warmish conservatory with good light. Feed
regularly in growing season. Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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CLERODENDRUM (Verbenaceae)
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myricoides 'Ugandense' |
£ 8.25 |
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(BLUE GLORY BOWER.) Tender evergreen climber with very elegant, pale and dark blue flowers with a prominent lip and long
stamens from summer-autumn. Grow in loam based compost in a large tub. Likes a well ventilated conservatory which doesn't
get too hot in summer. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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thomsoniae |
£8.50 |
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wallichii |
£ 7.75 |
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(NODDING CLERODENDRUM.) Tender evergreen shrub with lovely cascades of white flowers in autumn. Needs good light
but doesn't like very hot sun. Prune hard back in spring (when in active growth) to keep compact or by half to keep as a larger
specimen. 3 metres (10 feet). Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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CLIVIA (Amaryllidaceae)
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miniata |
£ 7.50 |
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(ORANGE BUSH LILY.) Evergreen bulbous plant with large umbels of orange flowers from winter-spring. Keep out of direct
sunlight. A good house plant. Grow in a loam based compost & dead head after flowering. 45 cms (1½ feet). Minimum 7 to 10 deg. C.
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CLYTOSTOMA (Bignoniaceae)
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callistegioides |
£ 7.75 |
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(ARGENTINIAN TRUMPET VINE.) Vigorous, evergreen, tender climber with lovely open purple flowers with lilac veining in
Summer. Grow in a large tub in a loam based compost with added grit and feed monthly in summer. Cut side shoots back to 2-
3 buds in early spring/ after flowering. Shade from hot sun. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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COBAEA (Cobaeaceae)
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scandens |
£ 6.50 |
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(CUP AND SAUCER PLANT.) Tendril climber with large purple/blue bell-shaped flowers in summer. Often grown as an annual,
but actually a tender perennial if kept above 5°C. in winter. Grow in loam based compost in full light. Use low-nitrogen plant
food, monthly in summer. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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COLOCASIA (Araceae) |
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'Black Magic' |
£ 7.50 |
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A stunning foliage plant, with masssive (2 ft long) leaves which are a dusky purple-black. Needs moisture and warmth, sun or part shade. Dry off and overwinter the rhizomes frost free. In spring, wait until roots & shoots appear before potting & watering. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C. |
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COLOCASIA (Araceae) |
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esculenta |
£ 7.50 |
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An impressive jungly foliage plant, growing from an edible rhizome (Taro). Needs moisture and warmth, sun or part shade. Dry off and overwinter the rhizomes frost free. In spring, wait until roots & shoots appear before potting & watering. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C. |
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COPROSMA (Rubiaceae)
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repens |
£ 7.50 |
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Semi evergreen shrub with glossy, ovate green leaves and orange berries on mature plants from late summer-autumn.
Potentially a tree but much slower in this country. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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repens 'Marble Queen' |
£ 8.50 |
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Evergreen slow-growing shrub with lovely cream marbling on the leaves and orange berries on mature plants from late
summer-autumn.
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repens 'Picturata' |
£ 7.50 |
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Semi evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves with cream centres and orange berries on mature plants from late summer-
autumn. Potentially a tree but much slower in this country. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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CURCUMA (Zingiberaceae)
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zedoaria |
£ 7.25 |
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(HIDDEN LILY GINGER, ZEDOARY.) An attractive & interesting member of the ginger family, which seems to have a lot
going for it medicinally, as well as ornamentally. The large wide green leaves emerge (late spring), with a central red stripe.
Hidden amongst the emerging leaves are the flowers - pinky/green bracts contain scented yellow flowers. Possibly worth a try
outdoors in mild gardens. 60 cms (2 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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CUSSONIA (Araliaceae)
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(MOUNTAIN CABBAGE TREE.) Related to and similar in habit to the more familiar Schefflera, but with grey leaves often
resembling snowflakes, these make unusual specimen plants for a sunny conservatory. Grow in loam based compost in good
light. Keep on dry side in winter. Min. 2°C, but best kept above 5° C. Capable of growing to tree-sized proportions, but can be
kept much smaller in a pot.
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paniculata |
£ 9.00 |
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Distinguished from other species of Cussonia, this species has grey-green singly palmate leaves. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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spicata |
£ 9.00 |
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Very similar to C. transvaalensis but has broader leaflets and the leaves are darker green. Large, stiff, snowflake shaped
leaves. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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transvaalensis |
£ 9.00 |
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Easily confused with C. spicata. C. transvaalensis can be identified by its greyish-green leaves and its primary leaflets
which are divided into smaller leaflets. Large, stiff, snowflake shaped leaves. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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CYPERUS (Cyperaceae)
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albostriatus |
£ 7.00 |
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(DWARF UMBRELLA PLANT.) A low-growing relative of the Papyrus, this makes good groundcover for the edges of a pond in
mild gardens, if allowed the space to spread. Otherwise makes a nice container plant for a shady spot indoors or out, best
grown in an inch or so of water. 45 cms (1½ feet). Minimum minus 5 to 0 deg. C.
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papyrus |
£ 10.00 |
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(PAPYRUS.) Pictured here in the Singapore Botanical Gardens. The true Papyrus, native to the Egyptian Nile. Wonderful specimen for a warm conservatory. Stand in a shallow
tray of water in summer. Stems naturally droop after a while & can be removed. 2 metres (6 feet). |
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CYRTANTHUS (Amaryllidaceae)
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brachyscyphus |
£ 4.75 |
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(FIRE LILY.) Dainty bulbous plant from S. Africa with small tubular orange for most of the year. Feed bi-weekly in summer.
Nice long flowering pot plant. Protect from hot sun. 30 cms (1 foot). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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elatus |
£ 4.75 |
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(SCARBOROUGH LILY.) Bulbous plant from S. Africa with large, tubular salmon flowers spring-late summer. Feed bi-weekly in
summer. Nice long flowering pot plant. Protect from hot sun. 50 cms (1½ feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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mackenii |
£ 4.75 |
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Species with tubular salmon pink flowers spring-late summer.Like C. brachyscyphus but with bigger flowers. Feed bi-weekly in
summer. Nice long flowering pot plant. Protect from hot sun. 30 cms (1 foot). Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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x CITROFORTUNELLA (Rutaceae)
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microcarpa |
£ 15.00 |
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(CALAMONDIN.) Produces scented flowers followed by small fruit over a long period. The fruit is sharp but good for cooking
marmalades & sauces etc. Green (unripe) fruit can be used as limes. Evergreen. (Ask for our citrus care leaflet). 4 metres (12
feet) plus. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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