Price reductions at Crocus
by Sarah - September 23rd, 2010.Filed under: Crocus, Price Reductions.
Crocus has cut the price of these lines
silent-roar-lion-manure was £8.99 now £5.99
Silent Roar used to be sold as a cat deterrent, however the natural make up of the product has prevented the manufacturer getting the product the necessary new EU certification for chemicals, as it’s not a chemical and the make up of every batch of lion poo is different as it depends on what the lions have eaten. This means as deterrents are regulated by the EU law. (Don’t we all love some of the EU laws) the product is now sold as an organic fertiliser – but the product is exactly the same and nothing has changed! Apart from the fact we can no longer legally say it deters cats. Below is the old text from the site – for referenceYour lovingly tendered borders can now be kept free from cats’ poops! Just spread the pellets over vulnerable areas to keep the cats away. The pellets are soaked in real essence of lion dung and are then dried and sterilised. As cats are territorial, even the bravest of pussies will retreat when they smell a lion has been there first! This is an environmentally friendly product and contains no artificial chemicals. During normal weather conditions, one application can last up to three months.Although not recommended by the manufacturer, customers have found that this product also seems to deter squirrels, deer and foxes.Instructions: Spread the pellets about 3-4 inches apartHandle the pellets with the gloves provided in order to keep the human scent off the pellets Wash and dry hands after use Keep out of reach of children After heavy rain, sprinkle a few more pellets to boost the scent Supplied in a 0.5kg box Reviewed by BBC Watchdog (9/8/00)Silent Roar came out on top in a survey by BBC Watchdog into cat deterrents for the garden. They found that after just 3 hours of putting the pellets down, no cats visited the garden!
cotoneaster was £7.99 now £6.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moderately fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: JuneHardiness: fully hardyThis vigorous, wide spreading, evergreen cotoneaster is one of the best groundcover plants. In June, it is studded with small, white flowers, followed by showy, bright red, autumn berries. It is tolerant of a wide range of conditions including dry soil, and its self-rooting tips soon spread to form a low blanket of weed-suppressing dark green foliage.Garden care: After flowering in late spring or early summer, lightly cut back any branches that spoil the symmetry of the plant and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant. In autumn, trim back lightly any branches that obscure the display of fruit.
cotoneaster was £7.99 now £6.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moderately fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: MayHardiness: fully hardyThe glossy dark green leaves of this small, spreading, deciduous shrub are studded with tiny, pinkish-white flowers in May, followed by bright red autumn berries. The leaves turn orange-red before they fall. The branches form a pretty herringbone pattern, which means the plant looks stunning grown flat against a wall. It is also an excellent groundcover plant for a sunny border.Garden care: After flowering, lightly cut back any branches that spoil the symmetry of the plant and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant. In autumn trim back lightly any branches that obscure the display of fruit.
cotoneaster was £7.99 now £6.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moderately fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: JuneHardiness: fully hardyThis vigourous, semi-evergreen shrub or tree bears clusters of small creamy-white flowers in June. These are followed by masses of almost spherical, bright red berries in late autumn. This fabulous autumn display corresponds with the normally deep green leaves taking on a bronze-tint. This is an excellent specimen plant for a sunny spot, but it needs space to express itself. The berries are highly attractive to birds.Garden care: After flowering in late spring or early summer, lightly cut back any branches that spoil the symmetry of the plant and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant. In autumn trim back lightly any branches that obscure the display of fruit.
beauty berry was £9.99 now £8.99
Position: sun or dappled shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained soil. Can tolerate some lime in the soil.Rate of growth: averageFlowering period: JulyHardiness: fully hardyThis lovely deciduous shrub has clusters of small pink flowers in midsummer, but it’s really prized for the clusters of striking, violet, bead-like berries that appear in autumn and remain after the plant has lost its leaves.The young foliage is often bronze-purple, becoming dark green in summer before turning golden-purple in autumn. Use it to brighten up a border in autumn, or cut the bare branches laden with berries for flower arrangements.Garden care: Incorporate plenty of well-rotted organic matter into the planting hole. Prune back stems in early spring, if necessary, cutting back to a permanent framework.
maidenhair tree was £34.99 now £29.99
Position: sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: slow-growingFlowering period: April to MayHardiness: fully hardyThis wonderful, ancient tree from China dates back at least 200 million years. Its distinctive, fan-shaped, bright green leaves turn bright gold when a warm autumn follows a warm summer. Mature male trees have thick, yellow catkins in late spring. This tree usually starts life shaped like a flagpole but gradually becomes wide spreading. It can cope with many city conditions, including pollution, and makes an elegant tree for a larger garden. Maidenhair trees were introduced to Japan about 1,000 years ago and often grown near temples – one reason why they are a common feature in Japanese-style gardens. The first maidenhair tree was brought to Britain and planted in Kew Gardens in 1760. It still stands today. Garden care: Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly.
bbc-gardeners-world–magazine-subscription was £43.20 now £32.40
Subscribe to BBC Gardeners World Magazine for just £32.40 for 1 year (12 issues) – Saving 25% on retail priceGardeners’ World Magazine is constantly evolving to bring you the most trusted advice from our experts and now you can enjoy even more in-depth advice. In every issue, Alan Titchmarsh, Carol Klein, Joe Swift and Toby Buckland will help to keep you on top of essential jobs around the garden, as well as sharing their tips on how to deal with pests and diseases, caring for and pruning plants and growing your own.Subscriptions are for 12 issues (1 year) and will start with the next available issue (may take up to 30 days). The magazine publisher will post the magazine as soon as it is published so you can be assured of receiving every issue as soon as it goes on sale. This offer is available to UK residents only and includes FREE delivery
gardeners-illustrated-magazine-subscription was £47.40 now £35.55
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