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LAGERSTROEMIA (Lythraceae)
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indica  |
£ 7.50 |
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(CRAPE MYRTLE, CREPE FLOWER.) Tender shrub (related to our native Purple Loosetrife) with masses of pink or purple
flowers summer-autumn. Deciduous at low temps. Restrictive pruning can be done in spring or after flowering if under glass. 4
metres (12 feet) plus. Pictured here at The Alhambra, Spain. Hardy in mild UK gardens.Minimum minus 5 to 0 deg. C. |
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indica 'Little Chief Pink' |
£ 8.50 |
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(CRAPE MYRTLE, CREPE FLOWER.) Dwarf shrub with masses of pink flowers from summer to autumn. Deciduous at low
temps. Hardy in mild areas otherwise over winter frost free. Minimum minus 5 to 0 deg. C.
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LANTANA (Verbenaceae)
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(BONBONGNIN.) Genus of tender shrubs and perennials, related to the Verbena from South Africa and the Americas. They
produce attractive clusters of flowers which attract Butterflies. Lantana camara in particular attracts the Hummingbird Hawk
Moth. The leaves have a pungent odour. All parts of the plant are poisonous and particular care must be taken with those
species which produce large colourful seed pods, with regards to children. Grow in a loam based compost with plenty of added
grit. Trim back in spring to promote a bushy habit. Both L. camara and L. montevidensis need to be kept frost free.
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camara |
£ 7.75 |
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Very long flowering species, often flowering from late spring into winter in a well-lit conservatory. Produces clusters of flowers
which open yellow and age through pink to red and have a spicy scent followed by attractive, large, black seed pods. SEEDS
ARE POISONOUS. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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camara - cream-pink flowered |
£ 7.75 |
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Form with cream flowers turning pink with age.
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camara - variegated |
£ 7.75 |
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Variegated type with green leaves with a yellow margin and clusters of yellow flowers. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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camara - white flowered |
£ 7.50 |
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Form with creamy flowers with a yellow centre turning pure white with age. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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camara - yellow flowered |
£ 7.75 |
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Yellow flowered form. 45 cms (1½ feet).
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montevidensis |
£ 7.50 |
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(WEEPING VERBENA, WEEPING LANTANA.) Vigorous spreading species with clusters of lilac-pink, violet, soemtimes white
flowers in summer. Good in baskets or for flopping over the edges of other containers. 30 cms (1 foot).
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montevidensis 'Alba' |
£ 7.75 |
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(WEEPING VERBENA, WEEPING LANTANA.) A white flowered variety. 15 cms (6").
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LAPAGERIA (Philesiaceae)
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rosea |
£ 12.00 |
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(CHILEAN BELL FLOWER, COPIHUE.) The national flower of Chile is a much sought after climbing plant with beautiful large
pink bell-shaped flowers in summer - autumn. Needs humus rich well-drained soil and shade from hot sun. Distinguished plant
for the cooler, shadier conservatory. Maybe hardy in a sheltered garden. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum minus 5 to 0 deg. C.
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LAVANDULA (Lamiaceae)
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We have both hardy & tender Lavenders - some of the tender species may survive outdoors in well-drained sheltered
locations. Cut back to lowest set of shoots after flowering & again in spring. Eventually replace by cutting raised plants, like
their hardy relatives. Min 0°C.
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dentata |
£ 4.50 |
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(FRINGED LAVENDER.) Tender species of Lavender with aromatic green foliage topped by pale mauve flowers in summer.
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LEDEBOURIA (Hyacinthaceae)
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concolor |
£ 4.50 |
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Similar to L. socialis, with pale green,spotted with darker green. leaves, and small greenish-grey flowers. Should be OK outside
in mild gardens, e.g. in a rock garden. Minimum minus 5 to 0 deg. C.
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socialis |
£ 4.50 |
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(SILVER SQUILL.) Small bulbous plant in the Hyacinth family. with attractively mottled leaves, and tiny green & white, bell
shaped flowers in summer. Grow in full sun in loam based compost with plenty of added grit. Good pot plant. 10 cms (4"). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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LEONOTIS (Lamiaceae)
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leonurus |
£ 7.75 |
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(WILD DAGGA.) One of our star plants which always provokes comment. Has striking whorls of bright orange tubular flowers
reminiscent of a Lion's mane. Native to S. Africa. Possibly OK outside in mild areas with well-drained soil in a warm spot with a
thick mulch in winter. 2 metres (6 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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leonurus v albiflora |
£ 7.75 |
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Half hardy perennial with whorls of white tubular flowers reminiscent of a Lion's mane. Native to S. Africa. Possibly OK
outside in mild areas with well-drained soil in a warm spot with a thick mulch in winter. Later to come into flower than the orange
species. Cut hard back in spring if kept under glass. Available mid 2008 onwards. 2 metres (6 feet).Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C. |
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LEPTOSPERMUM (Myrtaceae)
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petersonii |
£ 8.25 |
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(LEMON SCENTED TEA TREE.) Half-hardy, evergreen shrub with lemon scented leaves when crushed and small white flowers
in early summer. Trim to shape after flowering. Despite the common name of Tea Tree, the actual source of Tea Tree oil is the
closely related Melaleuca alternifolia. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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LIMONIUM (Plumbaginaceae)
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pirezii |
£ 7.25 |
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(PEREZ'S SEA LAVENDER, SEAFOAM STATICE.) Tall plant with large heads of beautiful long-lasting purple flowers from
August - October. Needs sheltered spot & sharp drainage. Useful cut/dried flower. We have one planted in our greenhouse
border, where it has attracted a lot of interest. 1.2 metres (4 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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LOBELIA (Campanulaceae)
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A far cry from the weedy bedding plants, these herbaceous, sometimes shrubby plants have erect stems of large, brightly
coloured flowers in summer. Grow in fertile, moist well drained soil in full sun or light shade. Attracts Bees and Butterflies.
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tupa |
£ 5.50 |
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Large perennial with greyish felty leaves and spikes of tubular brick red flowers on red stems from mid-late summer. Hardy in
a sheltered site, in moisture retentive soil and a winter mulch. 2 metres (6 feet).
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LONICERA (Caprifoliaceae)
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hildebrandiana |
£ 15.00 |
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(GIANT BURMESE HONEYSUCKLE.) We now have a few of these wonderful evergreen climbers. They need a lot of
space, with huge flowers by Honeysuckle standards to 6ins long! Pale, creamy, fragrant flowers in summer followed by purplish red
berries. Grow in fertile soil/compost (John Innes No.3). Feed monthly in summer. Prune to shape in spring. 4 metres (12 feet)
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LOPHOSPERMUM (Scrophulariaceae)
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'Red Dragon' |
£ 7.50 |
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Tender climber with large tubular deep red-pink flowers in summer. Part shade. 1.2 metres (4 feet). Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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MACFADYENA (Bignoniaceae)
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unguis-cati |
£ 7.75 |
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(CAT`S CLAW VINE.) A climber with beautiful yellow trumpet-shaped flowers in spring and summer. Grow in loam based
compost in full light & trim to shape after flowering. The leaf tips extend into slightly barbed tendrils which readily cling to any
objects in its path, including human beings. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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MACKAYA (Acanthaceae)
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bella |
£ 7.50 |
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(FOREST BELL BUSH.) A semi-evergreen shrub with masses of large very pale mauve flared bell-shaped flowers with darker
mauve veining from spring-autumn. Grow in a large pot in loam based compost in full light and prune lightly after flowering. 1.2
metres (4 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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MANDEVILLA (Apocynaceae)
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x amabilis 'Alice du Pont' |
£ 10.00 |
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A stunning evergreen twining climber for a medium to large conservatory. Huge leaves with prominent veins are accompanied
by large pink trumpet-shaped flowers 3 = 4" wide , over a long period. Shade from hot sun under glass. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
Minimum 7 to 10 deg. C.
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boliviensis |
£8.50 |
| Vigourous South American evergreen climber with large white flowers from mid- to late summer. Needs good light with shade from mid- day sun. Prune back in spring when growth starts, if required. Loam-based compost with some peat-based added. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Available hopefully in 2009. |
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sanderi |
£ 8.00 |
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(BRAZILIAN JASMINE.) Lovely twining, evergreen climber with glossy leaves and large, deep pink trumpet-shaped flowers with
a yellow eye from summer- autumn. Grow in loam based compost and feed monthly in summer. We should also have
varieties with pale pink or deep red flowers. 3 metres (10 feet). Minimum 7 to 10 deg. C.
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MARANTA (Marantaceae)
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leuconeura var. kerchoveana |
£ 7.00 |
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(RABBITS TRACKS.) An attractive foliage plant for a shady conservatory or windowsill. The pale green leaves have darker
markings which give rise to the common name. 20 cms (7"). Minimum 7 to 10 deg. C.
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leuconeura var. erythroneura |
£ 7.00 |
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Striking foliage plant - the large leaves are marked in different shades of green, and have bright red veins, herring bone style. The leaves close up at night, hence the common name. Likes a warm humid spot with shade from hot sun, like a bathroom. Spreading/trailing habit. Minimum 7 to 10 deg. C.
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MELALEUCA (Myrtaceae)
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nesophila |
£ 8.50 |
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(MINDIYED, WESTERN TEA MYRTLE, PINK MELALEUCA.) Tender member of the Myrtle family with pretty, pink pom-pom
flowers from spring-summer. Trim back after flowering if restriction is needed. Loam based compost. 2 metres (6 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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MELIANTHUS (Melianthaceae)
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comosus |
£ 7.25 |
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(HONEY FLOWER.) A South African relative of M. major, this is a smaller and neater growing species, hardy in most gardens.
In late spring, bright-reddish brown flowers appear - these produce quantities of nectar, hence it`s common name. Trim back in
spring to encourage fresh growth. 2 metres (6 feet). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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METROSIDEROS (Myrtaceae)
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robusta aureovariegata |
£ 8.50 |
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(NORTHERN RATA.) Tender evergreen shrub/tree from New Zealand with yellow/green variegated leaves bright red long-
stamened flowers in summer, similar to the bottlebrush. Use John Innes No. 2 compost. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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figo |
£12.50 |
| (Banana Shrub, Port Wine Magnolia.) Lovely evergreen shrub, related to the Magnolia with very sweetly scented white-purple flowers from spring- summer. May survive outside
in a very sheltered spot, almost certainly ok in the south. Grow in a loam based compost with added peat or composted bark. Shade from very hot sun. Likes moderate humidity. Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer in summer. 3 metres (10 feet). Minimum 0 - 3° C. |
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MICROLEPIA (Dennstaedtiaceae)
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speluncae |
£ 7.50 |
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(LACE FERN, LIMP LEAF FERN.) Previously listed in our catalogue as `species unknown`, this attractive tender fern makes a
nice plant for a frost free shady position. Spreads, so best in a large pot. 1.5 metres (5 feet). Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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MUEHLENBECKIA (Polygonaceae)
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complexa |
£ 7.00 |
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(MATTRESS VINE.) Climber with small rounded leaves and small green flowers in summer followed by white fruit. Mainly grown
for its foliage though which contrasts nicely when grown through large leaved climbers. Hardy in mild gardens but deciduous
at low temperatures. Origin: New Zealand. 3 metres (10 feet). Minimum minus 5 to 0 deg. C.
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complexa 'Spotlight' |
£ 7.50 |
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An attractively variegated form, with pink stems and green leaves splashed and speckled with creamy yellow. Shade from hot
sun. Ideal for brightening up a shady corner, and like its green counterpart, probably reasonably hardy. 30 cms (1 foot). Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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MURRAYA (Rutaceae)
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paniculata |
£ 7.75 |
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(ORANGE JESSAMINE.) A relative of the Citrus plants, making an attractive evergreen shrub, with masses of small glossy
leaves, and flushes of seetly fragrant white flowers thoughout the year, sometime folowed by orange berries. 2 metres (6
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MUSA (Musaceae)
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acuminata 'Dwarf Cavendish' |
£ 12.00 |
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(BANANA Banana which needs a minimum temperature of 20°C. to produce fruit, otherwise 10°C. for ornamental use. In
summer, feed monthly, water freely and protect from hot sun if under glass. Produces baby Bananas plants at the base that
can be separated & potted up in.
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acuminata 'Zebrina' |
£ 8.50 |
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(BLOOD BANANA.) Spectacular cultivar (or may be ssp. Zebrina, or the cultivar 'Sumatrana') with large blue-green leaves with
wine-red stripes and blotches. Not hardy, so keep a few degrees above freezing in winter. Can be bedded out for the summer
once the soil has warmed up. 2 metres (6 feet). Minimum 3 to 7 deg. C.
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basjoo |
£ 8.50 |
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(JAPANESE BANANA.) Cold hardy banana for sheltered spot. Feed and water well when in growth. Protect trunk (actually the
leaf stalks) in winter. Will re-sprout from ground level if the trunk gets frosted. May produce fruit but these are inedible. 4
metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum minus 5 to 0 deg. C.
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lasiocarpa |
£ 8.50 |
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(CHINESE YELLOW BANANA.) Lovely half-hardy banana with glaucous stems & leaves (glaucus=covered with a white
bloom). Feed & water well. Protect 'trunk' (actually the overlapping leaf bases) well with hessian and straw in winter. Evergreen
if kept above freezing in winter. 4 metres (12 feet) plus. Minimum 0 to 3 deg. C.
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