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Price reductions at Crocus

by Sarah - October 1st, 2010.
Filed under: Crocus, Price Reductions.

Crocus reduced the price on these lines today

fern-leaved clematis (group 1)
fern-leaved clematis (group 1) was £12.99 now £9.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: December to FebruaryFlower colour: creamy-whiteOther features: bronze-tinted evergreen leavesHardiness: borderline hardyFragrant, creamy-white winter flowers speckled inside with reddish-maroon ‘freckles’ and bronze-tinted evergreen leaves. Probably the best way to appreciate the distinctive freckle-like markings and delicate scent of this winter-flowering clematis is to train it over a sunny pergola, doorway or arch. Frost hardy, it may not survive severe winters.Garden care: No routine pruning is necessary. If the spread of the plant needs to be restricted prune immediately after flowering, cutting back overlong shoots to healthy buds. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.

clematis (group 1)
clematis (group 1) was £12.99 now £9.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: December to FebruaryFlower colour: creamOther features: evergreenHardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection)Scented, bell-like, cream winter flowers heavily speckled inside with reddish-brown ‘freckles’ and glossy, dark-green leaves. This evergreen clematis is ideal for training over a sunny pergola or arch. This is the best way to appreciate the distinctive freckle-like markings, which are less visible when the plant is grown against a wall.Garden care: No routine pruning is necessary. If the spread of the plant needs to be restricted prune immediately after flowering, cutting back overlong shoots to healthy buds. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.
clematis (group 1)
clematis (group 1) was £12.99 now £9.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: December to FebruaryFlower colour: creamy-whiteOther features: leaves retained throughout the yearHardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection)Small, creamy, bell-shaped winter flowers often tinged-green and mid-green leaves retained throughout the year. This winter-flowering clematis is perfect for training over a pergola, doorway or arch, in a sunny, sheltered site. Although drought-tolerant it may not survive severe winters.Garden care: No routine pruning is necessary. If the spread of the plant needs to be restricted prune immediately after flowering, cutting back overlong shoots to healthy buds. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.
clematis (group 1)
clematis (group 1) was £12.99 now £9.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: December to FebruaryFlower colour: creamy-whiteOther features: leaves retained throughout the yearHardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection)Large creamy bell-shaped winter flowers and deep green leaves retained throughout the year. This winter-flowering clematis is perfect for training over a pergola, doorway or arch, in a sunny, sheltered site. Although drought-tolerant it may not survive severe winters.Garden care: No routine pruning is necessary. If the spread of the plant needs to be restricted prune immediately after flowering, cutting back overlong shoots to healthy buds. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.
Clematis (group 1)
Clematis (group 1) was £14.99 now £12.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: December to FebruaryFlower colour: rich claretOther features: evergreenHardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection)A sport of C. cirrhosa Freckles, which was discovered growing in New Zealand in 1995. This is an early flowering, evergreen climber that can produce its deep claret, bell-shaped flowers with contrasting creamy coloured anthers as early as Christmas – or occasionally even earlier. It is well behaved and compact, so works just as well in large pots as it does in the border, although it may need some protection from the worst of the winter weather in colder parts of the country.Garden care: No routine pruning is necessary. If the spread of the plant needs to be restricted prune immediately after flowering, cutting back overlong shoots to healthy buds. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.
strawberry-patio-planters
strawberry-patio-planters was £14.99 now £12.99
Reusable planters that can be stored flat in the shed when not in use, these fab planters are just what you need for growing strawberries or herbs on balcanies, terraces, or anywhere that space is a bit tight. They have a decorative trim around the top and eight planting pockets around the side so there is plenty of room for all your favourites. The handles make it very easy to turn them or move them and they come with useful tips and growing instructions.Each planter measures 45cm high x 35cm wide and they come in packs of 2