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New products at Crocus

by Sarah - January 21st, 2010.
Filed under: Crocus, New Products.

New products at Crocus

Ermin's Birch
Ermin’s Birch £39.99
Position: full sun or lightly dappled shadeSoil: moderately fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: MarchFlower colour: yellowy-brown male catkinsOther features: graceful pendant branches and attractive white barkHardiness: very hardyDark green leaves which turn attractive shades of yellow in autumn. This vigorous tree has pure white bark which looks stunning in winter and in spring, yellow-brown male catkins are produced. This is a lovely tree that can cope with most soils and even exposed gardens, though it does get to be a large tree.Garden care: Birches dont need much pruning, but you may want to remove any diseased or crossing branches. It is essential that any pruning work is carried out between late summer to mid winter as the sap will ‘bleed’ heavily at other times. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting and stake well.

cherry
cherry £31.99
Position: full sunSoil: deep, moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingUltimate size on Giesla 5 rootstock: 3 x 3m (10x10ft)Ultimate size on Colt rootstock: 5 x 5m (15x15ft)Flowering period: April to MayHardiness: fully hardyA vigorous tree, which is upright at first but later spreading as it matures. The white flowers appear in mid-spring and these are followed by very large, near-black cherries (darker than Stella) from mid July. It is a popular, self-fertile, sweet cherry – and the large fruit have a gorgeous flavour.Garden care: When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. Lightly prune in summer to retain The shape and cut back any dead, diseased or branches which cross to healthy wood.
plum
plum £31.99
Position: full sunSoil: will tolerate most soils, except very chalky or badly drainedRate of growth: slow growingUltimate size on St Julien rootstock: 4 x 4m (13x13ft)Flowering period: April to MayFlower colour: whiteOther features: a popular culinary plum with dark purple fruit (early August)Hardiness: fully hardyOne of the most popular culinary varieties available. White flowers are produced in spring, followed by a heavy crop of juicy, dark purple fruit with yellowish-green flesh. If the fruit is left on the tree to fully ripen, they can also be used as a dessert plum. It is a reliable variety with good frost resistance, is self-fertile and is easy to grow.Garden care: When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial canker
clematis (group 3)
clematis (group 3) £9.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July – SeptFlower colour: rich purple flowers with pale yellow anthersOther features: easy to grow through shrubs and trees as the plant is pruned back each spring and so never becomes too much of a burden on the supporting plantHardiness: fully hardyRich purple star-shaped flowers with pale yellow anthers cover the plant from summer through to autumn. It looks great scrabbling through a tree or neighbouring shrub and in full sun the flowers have a stronger fragrance. Make sure that roots of the plant are in shade.Garden care: Cut back stems to a pair of strong buds 15-20cm (6-8in) above ground level before growth begins in early spring. Mulch in late winter with garden compost or well-rotted manure but avoid the immediate crown.
clematis (group 3)
clematis (group 3) £9.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to OctoberFlower colour: pinkOther features: vigorous growthHardiness: fully hardy Masses of dainty, small to medium sized nodding pink flowers from summer to early autumn. Good resistance to Clematis Wilt and a fairly long flowering period make this a great plant for a wall or fence.Garden care: In early spring cut back the previous year’s stems to a pair of strong buds about 15-20cm (6-8in) above ground-level and apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the plant, avoiding the immediate crown.
clematis (group 3)
clematis (group 3) £9.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to OctoberFlower colour: plum-purpleOther features: almost evergreenHardiness: fully hardy Brand new variety with wonderful dusty beetroot buds that open to form chrysanthemum-like, pom-pom shaggy heads. The flowers gradually fade to a mottled purple and white as they age. As it is such a compact plant, it is perfect for potting up into containers to brighten up your patio in summer.Garden care: In early spring cut back the previous year’s stems to a pair of strong buds about 15-20cm (6-8in) above ground-level and apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the plant, avoiding the immediate crown.
west country lupin
west country lupin £6.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: May Flower colour: redOther features: the seeds can cause severe discomfort if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyBrilliant red flowers on tall flower spikes are produced from late spring.This perennial liupin has a deliciousl peppery scent and looks great planted at the middle or back of a garden border. It can also be planted up for pots on the patio too Remember to deadhead after flowering and protect against frost-damage by covering the crown of the plant.Garden care: Stake with bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear and deadhead the faded blooms to encourage a second flush of flowers. Protect young plants from slug and snail attack.
west country lupin
west country lupin £6.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: June Flower colour: whiteOther features: the seeds can cause severe discomfort if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyBeautiful white flowers that are flushed pink are produced in early summer above clumps of mid-green leaves. The lovely lupin looks lovely planted at the middle or back of a border, but plant it near enough so that the lovely peppery scent can be admired. Remember to deadhead after flowering and protect against frost-damage by covering the crown of the plant.Garden care: Stake with bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear and deadhead the faded blooms to encourage a second flush of flowers. Protect young plants from slug and snail attack