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x grandiflora 'Kaleidoscope' |
£8.00 |
| Striking, dwarf, multicoloured shrub. New leaves emerge with a bright yellow edge in the spring, changing through golden yellow, orange
and red from summer to autumn. Small fragrant white flowers appear from summer to autumn. Grow in well drained soil in a sheltered sunny position. Good for containers. Trim lightly after flowering. Evergreen. 45 cms (1½ feet). |
| ACCA (Myrtaceae) |
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sellowiana |
£7.75 |
| (Feijoa sellowiana.) Evergreen shrub for a warm wall. Pink flowers with long red stamens are followed by edible fruit. Ht. to 10 ft. |
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ACER (Aceraceae)
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circinatum |
£7.75 |
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(VINE MAPLE.) Tall spreading tree with attractive yellow palmate leaves turning orange & red in autumn. Red & white flowers in
April. Deciduous. For moist, well drained soil in sun/part shade. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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ALBIZIA (Mimosaceae)
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julibrissin f. rosea  |
£7.50 |
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(SILK TREE.) Attractive small tree with finely divided leaves and clusters of pink fluffy, Mimosa-like flowers in summer. For a
sheltered spot in poor or fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Not hardy enough for very cold regions. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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AMORPHA (Papilionaceae)
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fruticosa |
£7.50 |
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(FALSE INDEGO.) Vigorous, spreading, deciduous shrub with attractive leaves composed of up to 30 oval leaflets. Produces
graceful racemes, to 15cm (6in) long, of deep purple flowers in summer.
Very tolerant of drought, poor soils and exposed positions. Prune in spring, cutting back the previous year's flowering stems to
1-2 buds above older wood and remove any weak or dead growth. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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AMPELOPSIS (Vitaceae)
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megalophylla |
£7.75 |
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Vigorous member of the vine family with huge, attractively cut leaves (to 2ft across) and clusters of small green flowers
followed by purple fruit. Suitable for large walls, pergolas etc. Deciduous. For damp soil in part shade. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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ARALIA (Araliaceae)
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continentalis |
£7.50 |
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A valuable architectural plant for semi-shade with elegant leaves to 5 inches long and clusters of small white flowers in
summer followed by ornamental grape-like fruits in autumn. Prefers moist, well drained soil and shelter from strong winds. 1.5
metres (5 feet).
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ARISTOLOCHIA (Aristolochiaceae)
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macrophylla |
£8.50 |
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(DUTCHMAN'S PIPE.) Twining climber with large heart-shaped green leaves to 1ft across . Very unusual green flowers with
yellow, purple & brown mottling in summer. Grow in loamless/ container compost in good light. Minimum minus 5°C. 4 metres
(12 feet) plus.
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BUDDLEJA (Loganiaceae)
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x weyeriana 'Honeycomb' |
£7.50 |
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A lovely cultivar with larger flowers than the type, with small flowers, honey-yellow or orange or gold with orange centres,
arranged in ball-like clusters. 1.5 metres (5 feet).
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BUXUS (Buxaceae)
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sempervirens 'Elegantissima' |
£7.50 |
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(BOX.) Variegated cultivar of the common box used for hedging and topiary. Trim to shape during summer if needed. Leggy
plants can be cut hard back in spring if fed and mulched immediately afterwards For fertile, well drained soil in sun/ part
shade. 60 cms (2 feet).
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CALLISTEMON (Myrtaceae)
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Evergreen shrubs from Australia, commonly known as Bottle Brushes because of their stunning flowers. Some flowers exude
oil when stroked. They like moist but well drained, neutral to acidic soil in full sun with some shelter from cold winds. Prune by
1/3 to 1/2 after flowering and remove dead growth in spring to keep bushy & healthy.
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citrinus |
£7.50 |
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(CRIMSON BOTTLE BRUSH Evergreen shrub with scarlet, bottle-brush flowers in summer. Lemon-scented leaves. Likes
moist, well drained, neutral to acidic soil in full sun. Prune after flowering & remove dead growth in spring to keep bushy &
healthy. 1.5 metres (5 feet).
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CARYOPTERIS (Verbenaceae)
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Excellent, late flowering deciduous shrubs with clusters of flowers which are usually shades of blue. They provide Butterflies
with valuable nectar at a time of year when the availability of flowering plants is in decline. Their compact and tidy nature make
them perfect for any sized garden. Grow in well drained soil in full sun. Cut hard back to 6ins in spring.
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x clandonensis 'First Choice' |
£7.75 |
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Cultivar with bright blue flowers from Aug-Sept. 90 cms (3 feet).
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x clandonensis 'Grand Bleu' |
£7.75 |
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Lovely cultivar with deep blue flowers from late summer to autumn. 90 cms (3 feet).
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x clandonensis 'Worcester Gold' |
£7.75 |
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A colourful cultivar with golden yellow leaves contrasting with lavender-blue flowers rfom June-Sept. 1 metre (3 feet).
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CEANOTHUS (Rhamnaceae)
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thyrsiflorus var. repens |
£7.50 |
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Prostrate evergreen shrub with clusters of dark blue flowers in late spring- early summer. Grow in fertile, well drained soil in full
sun. Deadhead after flowering. Fully hardy. 1 metre (3 feet).
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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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fasciculatum |
£7.50 |
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(EARLY JESSAMINE.) Upright evergreen species with sprays of red flowers to ¾in long, followed by purple-red berries in
summer. Minimum minus 5°C. 3 metres (10 feet).
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'Newellii' |
£7.50 |
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(EARLY JESSAMINE.) Upright evergreen cultivar with clusters of deep red tubular flowers in early summer followed by oval
red fruit (best to presume these are not safe to eat although we don't know this for certain.) Should survive the winter in a very
sheltered spot down to -5°C. otherwise grow in a conservatory. 3 metres (10 feet).
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parqui |
£7.50 |
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(WILLOW-LEAVED JASMINE.) Suckering deciduous species with masses of small yellow flowers which are delicately scented
in the evening. Can be pruned hard back in March, or left unpruned when it will come into flower earlier. Hardy in all but coldest
gardens -10°C. 2 metres (6 feet).
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CHOISYA (Rutaceae)
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arizonica 'Aztec Pearl' |
£7.50 |
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Evergreen shrub with citrus-scented foliage and scented white flowers in late spring and again in autumn. For a sheltered
position in fertile, well drained soil in full sun. 2.5 metres (8 feet).
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CISTUS (Cistaceae)
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creticus |
£7.50 |
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(PINK ROCK ROSE.) Evergreen shrub with slightly sticky, wavy-edged leaves. The large magenta pink flowers are borne
singly from March to June. From stony dry hillsides, and open pine forests around the Mediterranean. Prefers well drained,
limy soil in full sun. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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CLEMATIS (Ranunculaceae)
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With such a huge range of Clematis available these days it is important to understand the different cultivation and pruning
requirements. Clematis prefer humus-rich, well drained soil with the base of the plant in shade. Some do better in a sunny
position and others prefer or are better appreciated in a shady position. There are three main pruning groups for Clematis.
Group 1 includes the evergreens, alpinas and montanas. These flower on the previous years growth and require little in the way
of pruning other than a general tidy up after flowering. The montanas in particular do not like being heavily pruned. Very
overgrown specimens can be rejuvenated by removing all the old growth leaving 5-6 new shoots intact. Group 2 includes the
early to mid-summer, large flowered hybrids. These flower on side-shoots growing on the previous years growth. Simply
remove any dead growth in spring. Dead-heading after flowering often results in a repeat flush later on in the summer. Group 3
includes the mid-summer to autumn, large flowered hybrids, late flowering species including viticellas and the herbaceous
types. The latter are best grown scrambling through other plants for support. Group 3 clematis flower on the current years
growth and should be cut hard back to about 6ins or so above soil level in early spring. Make a clean cut just above a pair of
buds. Plant all climbing Clematis with the top of the root ball about 3 inches beneath the soil surface. This is so the plant can
re-shoot from below the surface in the event of Clematis wilt (a fungal disease which attacks the top growth) or heavy damage
to the main stems by slugs/ snails.
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alpina 'Blue Dancer' |
£7.50 |
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Nodding, bell-shaped, pale blue flowers from April-May. Any aspect, especially good for a North facing wall. Has attractive
slivery flowerheads. Pruning group 1. 2 metres (6 feet).
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armandii |
£8.25 |
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Pruning group 1. Vigorous evergreen climber with beautifully scented white flowers in early spring. Sun/part-shade in rich moisture-retentive soil. |
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barbellata
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£8.25 |
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Pruning group 1. A dainty climber from the Himalayas with small bell-shaped flowers, described in the RHS Index of Garden Plants as 'dull purple to brown-violet', rewarding on close inspection. Spring - summer flowering. |
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campaniflora |
£7.50 |
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Vigorous species with small nodding bell-shaped white flowers with a blue tinge from July-September. Pruning group 3. Native
to Portugal and Southern Spain so prefers a sunny, sheltered aspect. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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'Comtesse de Bouchaud' |
£7.50 |
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Late, large flowered hybrid with bright mauve-pink flowers, to 10cm (4in) across, from June-Sept. An old variety but certainly
not tired. Very free flowering and excellent for partnering with Roses or other shrubs of open habit. Pruning group 3. 3 metres
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'Henryi' |
£7.50 |
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Mid-season, large flowered hybrid with white flowers to 8" across from July-Oct. This hybrid has proved its worth time and
time again over the years and is one of the best selling Clematis in the world. Pruning group 2. 3 metres (10 feet).
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'Niobe' |
£7.50 |
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Early, large-flowered hybrid with very deep red flowers, to 6" across, from June-Sept. Very free flowering. Good for growing
through shrubs of open habit. Also good for growing in a container. Pruning group 2. 2-3m (6-10 ft)
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'Paul Farges' |
£7.50 |
| Lovely long flowering cultivar with masses of white flowers to 1.5in across from June to September. Any aspect. Pruning group 3. Excellent for an arbour/ pergola 4 metres (12 feet) plus. |
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'Venosa Violacea' |
£7.50 |
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Saucer-shaped purple flowers to 8cm (3in) across with white-centred petals with purple veining from June-October. Much better
grown in a semi-shaded position as flowers tend to bleach in strong sunlight. A cultivar of Clematis viticella so is resistant to
Clematis wilt. Pruning group 3. Any aspect. 2.5 metres (8 feet).
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CLERODENDRUM (Verbenaceae)
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bungei |
£7.50 |
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(GLORY FLOWER Deciduous shrub with large heads of heavily scented, dark pink flowers from late summer-autumn. Should
be hardy down to -5°C. in a well drained, sunny spot. Suckers, so may need to be kept in check. Prune fairly hard back in late
spring after the worst of the frosts. 2 metres (6 feet).
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CONVOLVULUS (Convolvulaceae)
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cneorum
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£7.75 |
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Shrubby member of the Bindweed family, but not at all invasive. Compact deciduous shrub with silvery leaves and funnel-shaped white flowers from May to August. Well-drained soil in full sun. Drought tolerant and good for coastal gardens.
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CORNUS (Cornaceae)
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alba 'Elegantissima' |
£7.50 |
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(DOGWOOD.) The variegated Dogwood is a useful dual purpose shrub. In the growing season it quickly makes a large shrub
with white-margined green leaves. After these fall in the autumn the bright red stems are left to add colour to the winter garden.
Cut back stems to 2 - 3" in March, and mulch well. 1.5 metres (5 feet).
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COTINUS (Anacardiaceae)
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coggygyria 'Grace' |
£7.50 |
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(SMOKE BUSH.) Attractive, rounded, deciduous shrub/ small tree with oval, deep purple leaves which turn crimson in autumn.
Panicles of tiny flowers give the effect of plumes of smoke, thus the common name (Smoke Bush). These are followed by
small fruit. Grow in well drained soil in full sun. Can be kept more compact by regular pruning 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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DODONAEA (Sapindaceae)
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viscosa 'Purpurea' |
£7.75 |
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(PURPLE HOP BUSH.) Evergreen shrub from New Zealand with very attractive red-purple, elongated leaves held on well-
branched stems. The books say this plant is half hardy but we have found it will tolerate temperatures down to minus 5°C.
Grow in fertile, well drained soil in sun/part shade. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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ERIOBOTRYA (Rosaceae)
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japonica |
£7.50 |
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Large evergreen shrub or small tree with narrow, heavily veined, dark green leaves and panicles of scented white flowers from
autumn-winter followed by edible orange fruit. For a sheltered, sunny spot in fertile, well drained soil. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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EUONYMUS (Celastraceae)
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japonicus 'Grey Beauty' |
£7.50 |
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Upright evergreen shrub with leathery mid green leaves with a grey margin. For any well drained soil in sun/ part shade. Good
for hedging and/ or coastal gardens. Trim in spring to restrict if needed. 2.5 metres (8 feet).
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EUPATORIUM (Asteraceae)
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A diverse group of plants including perennials, sub-shrubs and evergreen shrubs. The flower-heads consist of masses of tiny
daisies, sometimes resembling that of the Ageratum to which this genus is closely related. Grow in moist, well drained soil in
sun/part shade. Attracts Bees and Butterflies.
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ligustrinum |
£7.50 |
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Evergreen shrub with large heads, to 20cm/ 8 inches across, of fragrant small white daisies in late summer, attractive to
bees. For well drained soil in full sun. Needs a sheltered spot. 2 metres (6 feet).
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EUPHORBIA (Euphorbiaceae)
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Euphorbias fall into just about every category of plant there is, from annuals to trees, and therefore have different cultivation
requirements and growth habits. Take precautions when handling as all parts may cause stomach upset if ingested and the sap
can be an irritant to the skin.
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mellifera |
£7.50 |
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Magnificent evergreen shrub with honey-scented orange flowers in late spring followed by ornamental fruit. Native to Madera
but will tolerate temperatures down to minus 5°C. in a sunny, well drained spot. Suitable for sandy soil. 2 metres (6 feet).
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FALLOPIA (Polygonaceae)
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japonica var compacta 'Milk Boy' |
£7.50 |
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Attractively variegated plant for a moist shady position. Dies down in winter. Spreads steadily by underground runners, so
keep in a pot if this is a problem. 90 cms (3 feet).
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FATSIA (Araliaceae)
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japonica |
£7.50 |
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Large evergreen shrub with glossy, deeply lobed green leaves and large umbels of cream-white flowers in autumn followed by
black berries. For fertile, well drained soil in full sun or light shade with protection from cold winds. Minimum minus 5°C. 3
metres (10 feet).
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FUCHSIA (Onagraceae)
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'Lottie Hobby' |
£6.50 |
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Compact bush Fuchsia with masses of tiny deep pink flowers with white stamens. Can be grown as a pot plant on a sunny
windowsill or bedded out for summer. Grow in loam based compost & feed monthly in summer. Trim back in spring. For a mild
garden. 60 cms (2 feet).
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magellanica var. molinae |
£7.50 |
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Large, hardy fuchsia with masses of small white flowers throughout summer. Plant slightly deep to allow to shoot from
underground if exposed foliage is frosted hard. Cut hard back in late spring. 3 metres (10 feet).
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GINKGO (Ginkgoaceae)
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biloba |
£9.50 |
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(MAIDENHAIR TREE.) The oldest in the world, this tree has its "roots" far back in pre-history, some 260 million years ago. A
true living fossil. Four of these remarkable trees were within a mile of the epicentre of the Hiroshima Atomic bomb, survived
and still stand today! They only grow wild in two small areas in China. To produce seed both male and female trees are needed.
Grow in any well drained soil in full sun. Very tolerant of pollution (and Atomic bombs!). Eventually makes a very large tree
(35m/ 115ft) but if pruned back when young, it can be grown as shrub. Also good for Bonsai. Leaves turn yellow in autumn
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GREVILLEA (Proteaceae)
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rosmarinifolia |
£7.75 |
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Australian shrub with spidery racemes of pink-pale red flowers in summer. Grow in ericaceous compost/ acidic soil with added
sand for good drainage. Feed with low phosphate plant food, monthly, in summer. Prune (hard back if needed) in spring.
Minimum minus 10°C. 3 metres (10 feet).
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HEBE (Scrophulariaceae)
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'Nicola's Blush' |
£7.50 |
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Compact, hardy evergreen shrub with racemes of pink, fading to white flowers from May-July with a second flush in autumn.
The leaves are tinged purple when young. For poor or fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Trim lightly after flowering. 75 cms
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'Purple Queen' |
£7.50 |
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Evergreen shrub with deep purple foliage and large racemes of deep purple flowers in late summer. For poor or fertile well
drained soil in full sun. Trim after flowering. Good for Bees and Butterflies. 1.5 metres (5 feet).
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stenophylla |
£7.50 |
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Large, rounded evergreen shrub with narrow green leaves and racemes of white flowers for a short time in summer. For poor/
fertile, well drained soil in full sun. The specimen we have at the nursery attracts a lot of attention, even when not in flower. 2
metres (6 feet).
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'Wiri Charm' |
£7.50 |
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A neat evergreen shrub, across in 3 years. Short spikes of small deep rose-purple flowers in summer. Trim lightly after
flowering. Grow in well drained soil in full sun. Attracts bees and butterflies. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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HEDERA (Araliaceae)
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We have a few named varieties of Ivy which, when used wisely, make excellent garden plants. They are attractive all year
round, and are valuable for masking unsightly objects. They make good cover and nesting sites for birds and produce flowers
late in the year which are a magnet for bees and butterflies. They make good ground cover where other plants struggle - in dry
dark shade. Problems arise when Ivy is planted in the wrong place or, more often, not kept in check. Avoid planting on a wall
with loose mortar etc. or where the growth will find a way into and behind gutters etc. Ivy's main aim in life is to climb, and
produce flowers, so avoid letting it go up your favourite tree. Ivy seldom kills trees directly, but can weaken them by starving
them of food and light, and can make them more prone to being blown down. When Ivy reaches the top of its support, it
changes to the arborescent form (i.e. stops being a climber and becomes shrubby) and starts to flower. If you have space for
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colchica 'Sulphur Heart' |
£7.50 |
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A vigourous Ivy with large mid-green leaves marked with yellow. 4 metres (12 feet) plus.
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cypria |
£7.50 |
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Name uncertain - aquired as H.pastuchovii. Species with very long, up to 4", shield-shaped, dark green-black leaves, an unusual shape for an Ivy. Useful for low walls or as
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helix 'Duckfoot' |
£5.50 |
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A neat little Ivy with small leaves shaped somewhat like Duck's Feet. Ideal in mixed containers or used as a houseplant. 45
cms (1½ feet).
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helix 'Fantasia' |
£5.50 |
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Trailing, variegated ivy with dark green leaves with cream veining. Ideal for growing over the edge of a low wall. 2 metres (6
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helix 'Green Ripple' |
£5.50 |
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Ivy with large, mid green, crinkled leaves. 2 metres (6 feet).
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helix 'Luzii' |
£5.50 |
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Compact little Ivy with closely overlapped, small, yellow-cream mottled leaves. Good therefore as ground cover and a weed
suppressant in shady areas. Can also be used to trail down a low wall. 1 metre (3 feet).
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helix 'Ursula' |
£5.50 |
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Small Ivy good for ground cover or trailing over low walls. Small cover-like green leaves with a yellow margin.
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HYPERICUM (Clusiaceae)
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androsaemum 'Albury Purple' |
£7.00 |
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Deciduous shrub with purple tinted leaves when young, & cup-shaped yellow flowers in mid-summer followed by red berries.
For moist, well-drained soil in sun or shade. 75 cms (2½ feet).
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