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Archive for February, 2010
Sunday, February 21st, 2010
New products today at Suttons Seeds
Polytunnels – Gardening Equipment Greenhouses and Greenhouse Accessories Greenhouses £370.95
Polytunnel, anchor plates and base rails – Size: 8′ x 10′; Dimensions: 2.44m (8′) wide x 3.05m (10′) long; Growing Area: 7.44sq.m (80sq.ft.); Cover: Anti Fog.These sturdy polytunnels are made by the same British company that manufactures for professional growers, and will last for many years. They’re practical and economical alternative to a greenhouse and can be used to raise bumper crops of tomatoes, cucumbers, etc, as well as many other fruit and veg! With help from a friend and a few household DIY tools you can erect them in a day or less.• Hoops, corner stabilisers, foundation tubes and ridge are high tensile galvanised steel tube 25.4mm (1′) diameter. These are driven into the ground for additional fixing.• Cover is heavyweight 720 gauge (180 micron) UVI stabilised polythene, with manufacturer’s 4 year guarantee. It can be simply fitted into a trench for secure anchorage.• Anti Hot Spot Tape is included to help prolong the life of the cover, just add it to the hoops before covering to provide an insulated layer between the steel and polythene.Please allow up to 14 days for delivery.Available in three different sizes, each having a 2m (6′) high door opening, and in a choice of two cover materials:Super Clear: Specially designed for the UK, where light levels are low, it allows 95% light transmission, and also scatters light, so that crops grow more evenly.Thermal Anti Fog: With added UVa and UV B filters that dramatically reduce many fungal diseases like mildew and botrytis. An anti-fogging agent helps reduce condensation forming and dropping on plants, and an Infra-Red additive reduces heat loss, and if using a heater, can save 15-20% on fuel costs!Additionally, you may wish to purchase our:Anchor Plate and Base Rail Kit: The anchor plates are square steel plates that slot over the foundation tubes to prevent lifting/sinking of the framework, giving an easier, stronger and cheaper result than concreting. The Base Rail Kit is an alternative to burying the cover in a trench, providing a treated timber rail which the polythene is fixed to at ground level, which is easier and neater.. . . . . .
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Filed: New Products, Suttons Seeds
Sunday, February 21st, 2010
Reduced items at Crocus
potato – extra early salad, Scottish basic seed potato was £3.99 now £3.49
We sell potatoes by weight but you can expect to receive about 20-25 tubers of this variety in a 2.5kg bag.Position: sun-partial shade Soil: fertile, well drained Rate of growth: fast-growingHarvesting period: early to mid JuneHardiness: protect tubers from frost’Rocket’ is a very heavy cropping variety with pure white flesh, which is waxy and soft at first digging. Many customers have been delighted by the earliness, ease of culture and size of crop. It also has good all round disease resistance including golden eelworm.Garden care: As soon as the potato tubers have been delivered you should unpack them and start the chitting (sprouting) process. Place them in single layer in a seed tray without compost and leave in a light, cool area protected from frost. This can be started about six weeks before you intend to plant them. Early varieties can be planted out under frost fleece protection, but the later varieties should be planted after the worst frosts have passed in your area – this is generally mid March to mid April. Dig a trench 8 – 13cm (3 – 5in) deep adding a general purpose fertiliser to the bottom of the trench. Plant the potato tubers in the trenches about 30cm (12in) apart, being careful not to knock the shoots off the tubers, and keeping the shoots facing upwards. Then lightly cover with soil. As the plants get to around 20cm (8in) tall you need to bank up the soil around the plant, so the soil covers the bottom two thirds of the plant. Watering your plants well will help improve crop yield and discourage potato scab.
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Filed: Crocus, Price Reductions
Sunday, February 21st, 2010
Crocus has these new items today
hellebore £6.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: heavy, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: February to April Flower colour: purple-tinted, creamy-green flowersOther features: all parts of the plant cause severe discomfort if ingested; the sap may cause skin irritationHardiness: fully hardy (borderline)Purple-tinted, creamy-green, bowl-shaped flowers from February to April and pinkish-purple leaves. These beautiful hellebores look great planted in groups of three towards the front of a mixed border in sun or partial shade. One of the most eye-catching varieties of hellebore, for maximum results they require a neutral to alkaline soil.Garden care: Add lots of well-rotted leaf mould or organic matter to the planting hole. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted organic matter around the base of the plant in autumn and provide a top-dressing of general fertiliser each spring
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Filed: Crocus, New Products
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
John Lewis just added loads of new products
Rectangular Scatter Cushion, Forage Leaves £10.00
Add comfort to your outdoor furniture with this plump decorative cushion, with weather-durable fabric cover. Featuring a summery multicoloured leaves print design.
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Filed: John Lewis, New Products
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
New item today at Garden Centre Online
Deluxe Hedge Shears £5.99
Deluxe Hedge Shears Use for trimming hedges and shrubs With cushioned handles for added comfort when using for long periods of time Overall length: 46cm x width:14cm Blade: 20.5cm x 4cm
Filed: Garden Centre Online, New Products
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Reduced price on items today at Focus DIY
Raised Bed 180×90 was £39.99 now £39.00
Manufactured from pressure treated softwoodProvides improved soil drainageProvides warmer soil conditions to promote growthIdeal for gardeners with otherwise poor soil.30cm Long posts for sinking into the groundPressure treated timber15 Year guarantee against rotSupplied flat packed with instructions and fixings. Also available in 90x90cm size.Please allow 10 – 14 days for deliveryHeight:14cm Width:180cm Depth:90cm
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Filed: Focus DIY, Price Reductions
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Reduced price on items today at Suttons Seeds
Max-Min Thermometer – Special Offers was £25.40 now £12.95
This easy to read electronic thermometer shows you, at a glance, the current temperature as well as max and min readings since last setting; so you can make sure that your delicate plants are not getting too hot or too cold. Splash proof, its solid construction and attractive grey finish make it ideal for use both indoors and outdoors, wall mounted or free standing. Perfect for the greenhouse, wine cellar, garage or even the living room. Temperature indications range from -40
Filed: Price Reductions, Suttons Seeds
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Suttons Seeds just added loads of new products
Modular Greenhouses Double Door Modular Greenhouse – Gardening Equipment Greenhouses and Greenhouse Accessories Greenhouses £799.95
Overcoming two of the main concerns people have about greenhouses, these smart, innovative structures are quick and easy to assemble and feature polycarbonate panels which are virtually unbreakable but as clear as glass! It has many enviable attributes:•Heavy-duty, rust resistant aluminium frame•SmartLock⢠connectors for fast and easy assembly•Large adjustable vent window for efficient ventilation•Safe, crystal clear polycarbonate panels that are virtually unbreakable, allowing 90% light transmissions to plants while blocking 99.9% of harmful solar UV rays•Pre-assembled door and window with weather-stripping•Glavanised steel baseAvailable in two sizes:8′ x 6′: 2.54m (8’4″) long x 1.91m (6’3″) wide x 2.07m (6’8″) high. Nearly 4.6m² (50 sq.ft.) of usable interior space. Split-style door provides easy access and ventilation.8′ x 8′: 2.54m (8’4″) long x 2.49m (8’2″) wide x 2.6m (8.6″) high. Nearly 6m² (65 sq.ft.) of usable interior space. Large double doors for easy access.. Double Door Modular Greenhouse. . . . .
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Filed: New Products, Suttons Seeds
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Tooled Up has this new item today
Snow Shovel with Wooden Handle £9.95
Sturdy and robust snow shovel with plastic head and wooden handle.Specifications:Handle length – 115cmShovel Head (W x H) – 39cm x 27cm…
Filed: New Products, Tooled Up
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Price cut on this product at Dobies
3 Prong Cultivator was £22.95 now £19.95
A traditional and popular tool that’s ideal for breaking up, aerating and maintaining soil before sowing and throughout the growing season. The head is made from hardened carbon steel with a durable powder coating to increase rust resistance and minimise soil adhesion, and its three curved tines have arrow-shaped tips which help it to penetrate the earth and break up clumps. Plus it has a comfortable ergonomic hand grip. Overall length 137cm (54″).
Filed: Dobies, Price Reductions
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