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Grow your own Raspberries – plants from Jersey Plants Direct

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

Jersey Plants Direct has a good range of soft fruit available to buy so that you can grow your own.

Soil preparation – as with so many plants it’s important to start raspberries
off well. They stay in the same place for many years so make your life easier
by preparing the soil well. Remove all weeds and dig in plenty of manure or compost
a few weeks before you are ready to plant.

They need support so you can either grow them in rows using post and wires,
or a single post which you tie them in to. If you have plenty of room grow them
in rows. You need plenty of room between rows you can get in to pick.

Plant as deep as they were in their growing pot. Firm well and prune above
a bud. Water well.

You need to prune canes which fruit in summer during the autumn. You do this
by cutting them right back to the ground.
Save the 8 strongest canes and get rid of the rest.
You need to prune the autumn fruiting varieties in mid-winter. Again cut the
old canes back to ground level.

They need plenty of feed and water. Add a fertiliser in spring and mulch well
with manure again. Keep them well watered especially in dry weather.

You will need to pick them regular. If you do not have enough to use in one
go, then pick and freeze in small amounts. They can be used for jam or eaten
fresh. Pick them carefully not pulling the plant too much – you should be able
to leave the plug on the plant.

Raspberries Rubus Apricot (Yellow) 3 Plants

Raspberries Rubus Apricot (Yellow) 3 Plants £12.99
An attractive raspberry with superb quality fruit
Prefers well drained soil

Imagine the delight of picking your own raspberries, fresh from your garden.
These raspberries have an attractive colour with superb quality fruit being produced.

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Great bedding plant offers from Jersey Plants Direct

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

Don’t forget that as well as offering great value, free plants, they also offer free delivery on all orders too!

Jersey Plants Direct have some great offers on for autumn bedding plants. Treat your garden to some autumn colour!

Perennial Prism 50 Plants + 20 FREE

Perennial Prism 50 Plants + 20 FREE £10.99
Cost effective way to fill bordersA tray of these will be like opening a “”Pandora’s Box”” as each plant settles in and opens up to produce an unsuspecting range of colour and habit of growth. Some of the perennials in this variety pack will reward you with colour in autumn and early winter while others will keep you guessing until the spring. When your plants have shown you how they can grow, then is the time to spread some out or perhaps change their position. Remember, all these plants are perennial and can be moved to beautify other areas of the garden over several years.”These bedding plants are a cost effective way to fill that empty border in your garden. A tray of these will be like opening a Pandora’s Box.”

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Autumn Bedding plants – order now – limited offers at Jersey Plants Direct

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

Jersey Plants Direct has some excellent planting for autumn colour. Order your bedding plants now to secure your garden’s colour in autumn.
They’ve added patchwork collections so you can get mixtures of colour – but hurry place your orders now – The Patchwork collections are varieties where the colours are sown separately and will be supplied to you in trays where each colour is clearly labelled giving you the opportunity to create your own unique design and colour coordinating planting scheme
This brand new mixed variety collection range contains a tray of mixed varieties giving you even more flexibility in planting your beds, borders, tubs & baskets!

Orders must arrive by Tuesday 21st June. Order your autumn bedding now at Jersey Plants

Look for great value plants that will flower in the autumn and spring!

Pansy Patchwork Can Can 50 Plants + 20 FREE

Pansy Patchwork Can Can 50 Plants + 20 FREE £10.99
Perfect to add some colour to your winter gardenThese early order Patchwork Collections are made up of 6 separately sown and labelled colours giving you the opportunity to create your own uniquely designed planting scheme. Limited AvailabilityPansies are part of the Viola family. This beautiful ruffled pansy comes in a mix of pastel colours with dark centres. These pansies will flower from April through to October providing a fantastically long flowering period. Pansy Can Can is the original and best ruffled pansy. Orders must arrive by Tuesday 21st June

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Price reductions at GreenFingers

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

GreenFingers reduced the price on this product today

Chapelwood Bird Food - Sunflower Hearts 5kg

Chapelwood Bird Food – Sunflower Hearts 5kg was £17.99 now £9.99
Sunflower Hearts are de-hulled Sunflower Seeds as the outer husk has been removed. They produce very little waste or mess resulting in a great value for money feed

Plus another 0 great reductions

Cerne Abbas Open Gardens

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

Cerne Abbas Open Gardens
Open Gardens event in Cerne Abbas, Dorset. There will be about 25 private gardens will be open on 18th and 19th June from 2-6pm.
The fee is £5 for adults and children go free.
It’s all in aid of Weldmar HospiceCare Trust and Charles North Charity.
www.cerneabbasopengardens.org.uk

Price reductions at John Lewis

Sunday, May 29th, 2011

John Lewis reduced the price on these items today

John Lewis Cool Box

John Lewis Cool Box was £20.00 now £16.00
Ensure that your items remain at the right temperature in these cool boxes!

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New products at John Lewis

Sunday, May 29th, 2011

New items at John Lewis

Foras Belmont 30 Pebble Pool Water Feature Kit

Foras Belmont 30 Pebble Pool Water Feature Kit £399.00
This natural sandstone water feature will add real elegance to your outdoor space. The natural graining and hues in the stone are highlighted beautifully by the added dimension of water, which runs through the integrated LED light, then cascades onto the ball. There is no need for a splash pool at the base because the laws of gravity dictate that the water never leaves the ball. The Belmont 30 pebble pool includes a 30cm sphere and 65cm reservoir; a 25kg bag of tumbled rainbow cobbles to cover and dress the reservoir; 700L pump and integrated LED light kit, with all component parts needed to plug and go. Full installation instructions provided. Please note: This item is made from natural sandstone, so every ball will display unique graining

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Price reductions at Garden Centre Online

Sunday, May 29th, 2011

Reduced items at Garden Centre Online

Botanico Water Magic Water Retaining Crystals 500g

Botanico Water Magic Water Retaining Crystals 500g was £5.10 now £3.29
Reduces watering in pots, hanging baskets and containers. Crystals swell to absorb water, then water is released as and when required. Does not deteriorate.

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New products at Garden Centre Online

Sunday, May 29th, 2011

New products today at Garden Centre Online

Wooden Single Swing

Wooden Single Swing £99.99
Perfect for hours of play time fun in the garden, this wooden single swing is recommended for ages 3 to 10 years. Using soft feel ropes and a heavy duty blow moulded seat for extra strength, the natural qualities of the product’s wood will blend into any garden design – whether modern or natural. Made from strong premium FSC certified timber, the frame also features wooden cross braces for added stability. Supplied flat packed with easy assembly instructions, the product comes with a conditional 5-year manufacturer’s warranty against wood rot and insect damage. All hardware for installation is supplied, including ground anchors for concreting into the ground. For safety, please allow a 2m perimeter when assembling the swing. Made from premium FSC certified timber Wooden cross braces for extra stability Angled leg bracket Supplied flat packed and pre-drilled with easy assembly instructions Recommends for ages 3 – 10 years Max user weight 50 kg Dimensions L1.48 x W1.62 x H2.3m Conforms to EN71-1, EN71-2, EN71-3, EN71-8 and EN71-9 safety standards 5 years guarantee against wood, rot and insect damage

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Price reductions at Garden Buildings Direct

Sunday, May 29th, 2011

Reduced price on products today at Garden Buildings Direct

BillyOh Greenhouses - Polycarbonate Cold Frame 3 x 2

BillyOh Greenhouses – Polycarbonate Cold Frame 3 x 2 was £47.90 now £44.99
The affordable BillyOh Cold Frame allows you to keep your plants frost free by looking after them with a wooden framed polycarbonate cold frame.

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