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Archive for July, 2012
Friday, July 13th, 2012
Really lovely July plants – order now from Crocus. great quality plants.
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ (lavender Hidcote promotion – 6 pack) £14.97
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy A compact form of the popular English lavender, named after plantsman Laurence Johnston’s famous Arts and Crafts garden in Gloucestershire. It produces dense spikes of fragrant, deep violet summer flowers above slender, aromatic, silvery-grey leaves. It is possibly the best lavender for edging paths and borders and the aromatic foliage perfumes the air if you brush against it. It also works well in a gravel garden, or clipped into a formal sphere for a contemporary look. The flower-spikes are highly attractive to bees and other nectar-loving insects. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Knautia macedonica ‘Mars Midget’ (knautia) £7.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately-fertile, well-drained, preferably alkaline soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy Deep crimson, pincushion-like flowers appear on slender stems from July to Septe mber. This is a dwarf variety of the popular perennial that is more compact, bu t still has good-sized flowers that grow up to 5cm (2in) across and will bring long-lasting colour to a mixed or herbaceous border. It’s best planted in well -drained, soil in full sun and supported with twiggy pea sticks. Although it pr efers alkaline soil, it will thrive in neutral soil, too. It is a magnet for be ees and butterflies. Garden care: Support with twiggy pea sticks or brushwood well before the flowers appear. Cut down to the ground in autumn. This plant is susceptible to powdery mildew. To help prevent this, mulch well with rotted manure or compost in autumn and keep it well watered.
Erigeron karvinskianus (Mexican fleabane) £4.99
Position: full sun Soil: fertile, well-drained soil Rate of Growth: average Flowering period: June to October Hardiness: fully hardy Masses of small daisies, emerging white, then turning pink, with yellow centres, give this plant an unusual, two-tone effect. It has a long flowering period, from May to October, and is amazingly versatile, being low-growing, happy in su sun or partial shade and thriving in any well-drained soil. It’s also tolerant of coastal conditions. Try it as an edging plant in a mixed border, alongside paths, in a gravel garden, spilling over walls, or planted in the cracks in paving. Bees and butterflies love all erigerons, so they make a wonderful addition to a wildlife garden, too. Garden care: Trouble free. Cut back the flowered stems to ground le vel in early spring. Lift and divide large clumps every second or third year, d iscarding the woody crowns.
Penstemon ‘Apple Blossom’ (beard tongue) £7.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to October Flower colour: pale pink Hardiness: frost hardy (will need winter protection in cold areas) Clusters of small, white-throated, pale pink, bell-shaped flowers appear for several months from midsummer above the mounds of mid-green foliage. This pretty perennial is perfect for the middle of a sunny, mixed or herbaceous border, where it will mix happily with richer pinks, white and most shades of blue or purple. For the best results chose a well-drained site as it strongly dislikes waterlogged winter soils. Garden care: Remove the faded blooms regularly to prolong flowering. Apply a dry mulch around the base of the plant to protect the roots from frost damage and cut back in spring when new shoots appear low down on the stem. Lift and divide congested clumps in spring.
Trachelospermum jasminoides (star jasmine) £19.99
Position: full sun Soil: fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to August Flower colour: white flowers Other features: very fragrant flowers Hardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection) An attractive woody, evergreen climber with rich, dark green leaves which turn bronze in winter. Clusters of fragrant, pure white flowers are produced from mid- to late summer. It is best grown against a warm, sunny wall in milder areas or in a greenhouse or conservatory in areas prone to severe frosts. Garden care: After flowering has finished prune back to fit the available space. In frost prone areas, grow in pots of loam-based potting compost, such as John Innes No2 and move to a frost-free spot in winter.
Geranium Rozanne (‘Gerwat’) (PBR) (cranesbill) £7.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: June to October Flower colour: violet-blue Hardiness: fully hardy Each lavender-blue, saucer-shaped flower grows up to 5cm across, and has a white eye with purple veining. A spreading form, it looks wonderful in naturalised planting schemes, where it provides fast-growing ground cover, and will flower from early summer to mid-autumn. Garden care: In midsummer rejuvenate plants that are beginning to look jaded, by removing old flowered stems and leaves. Lift and divide large colonies in spring.
Filed: Crocus
Friday, July 13th, 2012
Filed: Thompson and Morgan
Friday, July 13th, 2012
Just a few of the fruit trees at Thompson and morgan.
Patio Fruit Tree Collection – 3 trees – 1 of each variety £79.99
Imagine an orchard on your own patio! These fruit trees have been specifically for their dwarf habit making them ideal for growing in large containers on the patio.Collection comprises: Apple ‘Bright Star’ – This small tree produces a big crop of tasty bicoloured apples with a good balance of sugar and acid that gives a lovely flavour. ‘Bright Star’ apples store well after picking too. Height and spread: 1.5m (5’). Cherry ‘Griotella’ – This naturally dwarf tree has an attractive weeping habit, and looks stunning when in blossom. ‘Griotella’ produces heavy crops of sharp tasting fruits from late July that cook exceptionally well. Height and spread: 1.5m (5’). Rootstock: Colt. Peach ‘Bonanza’ – A Californian bred, genetic dwarf peach producing a ‘mop head’ of full size leaves on a small tree, making it ideal for growing in containers. Height and spread: 1m (3’). Rootstock: St. Julien.
Stone Fruit Collection – 3 feathered maidens – 1 of each variety £69.99
Years ago growing nectarines, peaches and apricots used to be considered difficult for many gardeners. But times have changed and with a warmer climate and modern breeding, it’s never been easier to grow your own mouth-watering stone fruits. The fruit trees in this collection are propagated onto ‘Mont Clare’ and ‘St. Julien’ rootstock to create productive, manageable trees with medium vigour. These trees do not require pollination companions. The fruits can be harvested in August. Height and spread: Up to 3m (9’). Collection comprises 1 tree each of: Peach ‘Peregrine’ – Early pink blossoms provide eye-catching displays, followed by red flushed white skinned fruits from mid August. Apricot ‘Flavourcot®’ – Specially bred for the cooler UK climate, to produce huge crops of delicious orange-red fruits. Nectarine ‘Flame Lady’ – One of the heaviest cropping varieties, producing bright red fruits with a tasty, ‘melting’ flesh.
Patio Fruit Collection – 3 trees – 1 of each variety £59.99
Imagine an orchard on your own patio! These fruit trees have been specifically for their dwarf habit making them ideal for growing in large containers on the patio.Collection comprises: Apple ‘Red Falstaff’ – Produces heavy crops of crunchy, juicy, red skinned apples with good resistance to scab. Height: 1.8m (5’,9″). Spread: 1.5m (4’,9″). Rootstock: M27. Nectarine ‘Necterella’ – Bred in California, Nectarine ‘Necterella’ is a genetically dwarf variety, making it ideal for growing in containers. Height and spread: 1.5m (5’) Rootstock: St. Julien.M, Peach ‘Bonanza’ – Each spring the trees are covered in a mass of pink blossom, followed by delicious full sized fruits. Height and spread: 1m (3’) Rootstock: St. Julien.
Almond ‘Robijn’ – 1 tree £29.99
This beautiful sweet almond makes a highly ornamental tree bearing showy, light pink blossom in spring. Grafted on a semi-dwarfing ‘St Julian’ rootstock, Almond ‘Robijn’ will form a medium sized, spreading tree with excellent resistance to peach leaf curl. In areas with mild, frost free winters the soft shelled nuts will form if from the third year after planting, and can be harvested from late august. Although perfectly hardy, almond trees require a frost free winter and a warm dry summer in order to produce a crop. As Almond ‘Robijn’ is grafted onto peach rootstock it is advised not to plant near peaches as hybridisation may occur resulting in bitter nuts. Almonds are self fertile but pollination is improved when more than one almond tree is grown. Height and spread: 3.5m (11’). Please note, fruit trees will be despatched as early as possible this autumn, once they have gone dormant and are in the ideal condition for lifting from the nursery and for transplanting by our customers.
Peach ‘Avalon Pride’ – 1 feathered maiden £29.99
The first Peach Leaf Curl resistant variety! This unique peach was discovered as a chance seedling in Washington State, near Seattle. Peach ‘Avalon Pride’ bears pretty pink flowers followed by large, deliciously juicy fruits from early August. Propagated onto ‘Mont Clare’ rootstock, which is very productive with medium vigour, and makes peach trees less susceptible to frost damage. Peach ‘Avalon Pride’ is self-fertile and therefore does not require a pollination companion. Height and spread: 2m (6’) Rootstock: Mont Clare. Please note, fruit trees will be despatched as early as possible this autumn, once they have gone dormant and are in the ideal condition for lifting from the nursery and for transplanting by our customers.
Peach ‘Bonanza’ – 1 tree £29.99
A Californian bred, genetic dwarf peach producing a ‘mop head’ of full size leaves on a small tree, making it ideal for growing in containers. Each spring Peach ‘Bonanza’ is covered in a mass of pink blossom, followed by delicious full sized fruits that can be harvested in August. When growing peach trees on the patio, use a large 60cm (24″) diameter container filled with a soil based compost such as John Innes No 3. Propagated onto St Julien’ rootstock and specifically bred to be dwarf. Peach ‘Bonanza’ is self-fertile and therefore does not require a pollination companion. Height and spread: 1m (3’) Rootstock: St. Julien. Please note, fruit trees will be despatched as early as possible this autumn, once they have gone dormant and are in the ideal condition for lifting from the nursery and for transplanting by our customers.
Peach ‘Peregrine’ – 1 feathered maiden £28.99
The best English variety since its introduction in 1906! In March early pink blossoms provide eye-catching displays, followed by red flushed white skinned fruits from mid August. This delicious white fleshed peach is a favourite tree for wall training. Propagated onto ‘St. Julien’ rootstock, which is very productive with medium vigour, and makes peach trees less susceptible to frost damage. Peach ‘Peregrine’ is self-fertile and therefore does not require a pollination companion. Height and spread: 3m (9’) Rootstock: St. Julien. Please note, fruit trees will be despatched as early as possible this autumn, once they have gone dormant and are in the ideal condition for lifting from the nursery and for transplanting by our customers.
Filed: Thompson and Morgan
Friday, July 13th, 2012
Filed: Thompson and Morgan
Friday, July 13th, 2012
Primula
Best In Class for hardy primroses –
A vibrant rainbow of primrose flowers that will brighten the gloomiest of winter days – even through cold, wet and snow! The delicately fragranced blooms of Primrose ‘Husky’ burst open in a frenzy of colour that will see you through until late spring. Once established in beds, borders and containers, these easy to grow perennials will virtually look after themselves. Height and spread: 20cm (8”).
Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible
Pot up plug plants and grow them on in bright, frost-free conditions, watering sparingly until they are fully rooted in. When they are well grown, acclimatise primrose plants to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days, prior to planting out in their final positions in beds, borders and containers. Choose a position in full sun or semi shade on any fertile, moist, well drained soil.
How to look after them during the winter? Just avoid over-watering which may cause the plants to rot in cold conditions. You can deadhead faded primrose flowers to encourage more blooms to be produced. Divide over-crowded clumps of primroses from late autumn to early spring.
Primrose ‘Husky Mixed’ – 72 plugs £16.99
A vibrant rainbow of primrose flowers that will brighten the gloomiest of winter days – even through cold, wet and snow! The delicately fragranced blooms of Primrose ‘Husky’ burst open in a frenzy of colour that will see you through until late spring. Once established in beds, borders and containers, these easy to grow perennials will virtually look after themselves. Height and spread: 20cm (8”).
Primrose ‘Husky Mixed’ – 36 plugs £12.99
A vibrant rainbow of primrose flowers that will brighten the gloomiest of winter days – even through cold, wet and snow! The delicately fragranced blooms of Primrose ‘Husky’ burst open in a frenzy of colour that will see you through until late spring. Once established in beds, borders and containers, these easy to grow perennials will virtually look after themselves. Height and spread: 20cm (8”).
Primrose ‘Husky Mixed’ – 24 plugs £9.99
A vibrant rainbow of primrose flowers that will brighten the gloomiest of winter days – even through cold, wet and snow! The delicately fragranced blooms of Primrose ‘Husky’ burst open in a frenzy of colour that will see you through until late spring. Once established in beds, borders and containers, these easy to grow perennials will virtually look after themselves. Height and spread: 20cm (8”).
Filed: Thompson and Morgan
Friday, July 13th, 2012
Dahlia ‘XXXL’ is so vigorous that you can even plant our young plants directly into their final containers. The enormous blooms don’t just put in a quick appearance at the end of the summer, they flower right through the season. Height: 120cm (48”). Spread: 60cm (24”)
Dahlia ‘XXXL’ – 4 jumbo plugs – 1 of each colour £4.99
A ‘dinner plate’ dahlia that doesn’t need staking! Twelve years of breeding have produced this extra strong, extra sturdy plant with extra large blooms. Excellent in borders or large patio pots, plants are so vigorous and packed with energy that you can even plant young plants directly into their final containers. The 30cm (12in) diameter blooms don’t just put in a quick appearance at the end of the summer, they flower right through the season.
Dahlia ‘XXXL Yellow’ – 1 jumbo plug £10.99
A ‘dinner plate’ dahlia that doesn’t need staking! Twelve years of breeding have produced this extra strong, extra sturdy plant with extra large blooms. Excellent in borders or large patio pots, plants are so vigorous and packed with energy that you can even plant young plants directly into their final containers. The 30cm (12in) diameter yellow blooms don’t just put in a quick appearance at the end of the summer, they flower right through the season.
Dahlia ‘XXXL White’ – 1 jumbo plug £10.99
A ‘dinner plate’ dahlia that doesn’t need staking! Twelve years of breeding have produced this extra strong, extra sturdy Dahlia, with extra large blooms up to 30cm (12″) accross. Fantastic in borders or large patio pots, Dahlia ‘XXXL White’ is so vigorous that you can even plant our young plants directly into their final containers. The enormous blooms don’t just put in a quick appearance at the end of the summer; they flower right through the season. Height: 120cm (48″). Spread: 60cm (24″).
Dahlia ‘XXXL Orange’ – Part of the Alan Titchmarsh Collection – 3 jumbo plugs £14.99
The young plants of this spectacular dahlia are so power-packed they can be planted straight into their final container or the border. Triffid-like growth remains sturdy and upright, even when festooned with the foot-wide, showy blooms. The ‘XXXL Series’ have also brought dahlias forward in flowering time and you’ll start to enjoy blooms from June. Height: 120cm (47″).
Dahlia ‘XXXL Orange’ – Part of the Alan Titchmarsh Collection – 1 jumbo plug £8.99
The young plants of this spectacular dahlia are so power-packed they can be planted straight into their final container or the border. Triffid-like growth remains sturdy and upright, even when festooned with the foot-wide, showy blooms. The ‘XXXL Series’ have also brought dahlias forward in flowering time and you’ll start to enjoy blooms from June.Height: 120cm (47″).
Dahlia ‘XXXL Bicolour’ – 1 jumbo plug £10.99
A ‘dinner plate’ dahlia that doesn’t need staking! Twelve years of breeding have produced this extra strong, extra sturdy plant with extra large blooms. Excellent in borders or large patio pots, plants are so vigorous and packed with energy that you can even plant young plants directly into their final containers. The 30cm (12in) diameter bicolour blooms don’t just put in a quick appearance at the end of the summer, they flower right through the season.
Filed: Thompson and Morgan
Thursday, July 12th, 2012
Wickes
10% OFF, when you spend £50 or more
Promotional Code: WKSAFFDE2
Valid From: Thursday 12th July 2012
Expires On: Sunday 15th July 2012 (at 23.59pm)
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Discount applies to purchases of £50 or more in a single transaction made
online, by telephone or via mobile smartphone site. Discount codes valid from
12th July to 15th July 2012 inclusive. Offer excludes purchases of To Order Kitchens
and To Order Bathrooms. One discount code per customer per transaction. Discount
codes are limited to one per customer and cannot be used in conjunction with any
other discount codes. Normal delivery, packaging & handling charges will apply
for all orders placed by telephone, on-line or via smartphone.
Cotswold Chippings Major Bag £6.66
Ideal for paths, driveways, ground cover, mulch, ponds and water featuresHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 50mm depth
Cobblestones Major Bag £9.69
Ideal for boarders, water features & general landscape coverageHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetFish friendlyUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 50mm depth
Apricot Pebbles Major Bags £6.75
Ideal for paths, driveways, boarders, water features, general landscape coverage and plant pot toppersHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetFish friendlyUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 25mm depth
Staffordshire Pink Chippings Major Bag £6.75
Ideal for paths, driveways, boarders, water features, general landscape coverage and plant pot toppersHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetFish friendlyUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 25mm depth
White Sparkling Chippings Major Bag £7.35
Ideal for paths, driveways, boarders, water features, general landscape coverage and plant pot toppersHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 50mm depth
Marigold Yellow/York Gold Chips £7.65
Ideal for paths, driveways, boarders, water features, general landscape coverage and plant pot toppersHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 50mm depth
Sunset Red/Plum Slate Chips Major Bag £7.65
Ideal for boarders, water features, general landscape coverage and plant pot toppersHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetFish friendlyUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 50mm depth
Beach Pebbles Major Bag £9.69
Ideal for paths, driveways, boarders, water features, general landscape coverage and plant pot toppersHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetFish friendlyUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 50mm depth
Cotswold Chippings Jumbo Bag £129.99
Ideal for paths, driveways, ground cover, mulch, ponds and water featuresHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 50mm depth
Twilight Green Slate Chippings Major Bag £7.65
Ideal for boarders, water features, general landscape coverage and plant pot toppersHelps to suppress weed growth if used with Wickes Landscape FabricsIncreases moisture retention in Summer and adds insulation in WinterColour and weight of chippings may vary when wetFish friendlyUK sourcedPack coverage shown is at 50mm depth
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Thursday, July 12th, 2012
Wickes
10% OFF, when you spend £50 or more
Promotional Code: WKSAFFDE2
Valid From: Thursday 12th July 2012
Expires On: Sunday 15th July 2012 (at 23.59pm)
Terms and Conditions:
Discount applies to purchases of £50 or more in a single transaction made
online, by telephone or via mobile smartphone site. Discount codes valid from
12th July to 15th July 2012 inclusive. Offer excludes purchases of To Order Kitchens
and To Order Bathrooms. One discount code per customer per transaction. Discount
codes are limited to one per customer and cannot be used in conjunction with any
other discount codes. Normal delivery, packaging & handling charges will apply
for all orders placed by telephone, on-line or via smartphone.
Round Rainwater Butt 510L with Lid & Tap £99.99
A large capacity water butt for the collection and storage of rainwater. Made from recycled polypropylene.Comes complete with tap and lid.Can be used with a stand (Product Code: 158986) for easy filling of watering cans and buckets.Neat and tidy appearance when installed.Easy to install tap.Tap hole size is 26mm.510 L size provides a large amount of water collected rainwater for garden use.Use a diverter kit or a downpipe filling device to connect to your downpipe.
Round Rainwater Butt 310L with Lid & Tap £54.99
A large capacity water butt for the collection and storage of rainwater. Made from recycled polypropylene.Comes complete with tap and lid.Can be used with a stand (Product Code: 158985) for easy filling of watering cans and buckets.Neat and tidy appearance when installed.Easy to install tap.310 L size provides a good amount of water for garden use.Use a diverter kit or a downpipe filling device to connect to your downpipe.
Water Butt Pump £49.84
Ideal for pumping from a water butt directly to plantsCan also be used to drain ponds and small swimming pools10m cableSupplied with three piece aluminium swan neck extension pipeAdjustable flow control featureSnap on connectorFloat switch automatically turns pump off when water level has droppedSupplied with a BS approved non re wireable moulded plugMaximum height 0.98mMaximum output 40L/min
Portable Water Pump £42.74
Ideal for irrigating gardens, draining cellars, powering waterfalls and fountainsThis is a powerful pump with an automatic cut-outMaximum output 110L/minWater pumps has a 350 watt motorDesigned to be used with Wickes Lay Flat Hose & Connector 154-664 (Sold separately)
Compact Rain Saver Kit 100L £23.73
Complete kit. Includes waterbutt, stand, rain diverter and tapDimensions 1240 x 380mm, including standReduces use of the hosepipe in your gardenSlimline design takes up less space and can be attached to your downpip for even more effective collection of rainwater100-litre capacity
Downpipe Filling Device Grey £11.22
Filters collected rainwater so that no leaves or moss gets into your water butt.Easy to install onto your downpipe.
Water Butt Linking Kit £6.78
Allows you to link 2 water butts together and save twice the rain water1 x 50cm x 20mm connector pipe, 2 x 20mm connector, 2 x washer and 2 x nut
Rain Diverter Kit £4.26
Allows you to collect rainwater from your downpipePrevents flooding of the waterbutt when fullSimple to installFits standard 68mm round and 65mm square downpipesPack contains 1 x rain diverter, 1 x connector pipe and 1 x 20mm connector
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Thursday, July 12th, 2012
Order your shed from wickes this weekend and get 10% discount – and you can save on the shed paint too!
Wickes
10% OFF, when you spend £50 or more
Promotional Code: WKSAFFDE2
Valid From: Thursday 12th July 2012
Expires On: Sunday 15th July 2012 (at 23.59pm)
Terms and Conditions:
Discount applies to purchases of £50 or more in a single transaction made
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12th July to 15th July 2012 inclusive. Offer excludes purchases of To Order Kitchens
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Heavy Duty Shiplap Apex Shed 8x6ft £539.99
Traditional style garden building.Manufactured using 12mm dip treated shiplap timber.12mm shiplap, 45 x 28mm framing, Strong 12mm thick timber board floor10-year anti-rot guarantee.Solid sheet panel roof and floorDouble shiplap doors for ease of accessMineral roof felt and hardware includedMade from FSC certified timber sourced from well managed forestsThis is a self-build product. Detailed step-by-step instructions are included.
Double Door Shiplap Apex Shed £399.99
Traditional style garden building.Manufactured using 12mm dip treated shiplap timber.12mm shiplap, 28 x 28mm framing, sheet material floor, 11mm OSB or chipboard floor.10-year anti-rot guarantee.This is a self-build product. Detailed step-by-step instructions are included.Constructed from premium profile timber cladding with a tongue and groove profile for a watertight fitMineral roof felt and hardware includedSolid sheet panel roof and floorMade from FSC certified timber sourced from well managed forests
Premium Overlap Apex Shed £359.99
Traditional style garden building.Manufactured using 8mm dip treated overlap timber.28 x 28mm framing, 16mm extra strong timber boarded floor.10-year anti-rot guarantee.Overlap sheds are constructed from fully treated rustic slats that are square cut and overlapped to create weatherproof cladding16mm extra strong timber boarded floor with pressure treated floor bearersLockable pad bolt single doorFeatures two fixed clear styrene windowsMade from FSC certified timber sourced from well managed forestsThis is a self-build product. Detailed step-by-step instructions are included.
Premium Double Door Overlap Apex Shed £299.99
Traditional style garden building.Manufactured using 8mm dip treated overlap timber.28 x 28mm framing, 16mm extra strong timber boarded floor.10-year anti-rot guarantee.Overlap sheds are constructed from fully treated rustic slats that are square cut and overlapped to create weatherproof cladding16mm extra strong timber boarded floor with pressure treated floor bearersLockable pad bolt double doors for ease of accessOne fixed clear styrene windowMade from FSC certified timber sourced from well managed forestsThis is a self-build product. Detailed step-by-step instructions are included.
Premium Overlap Pent Shed £289.99
Traditional style garden building.Manufactured using 8mm dip treated overlap timber.28 x 28mm framing, 16mm extra strong timber boarded floor.10-year anti-rot guarantee.Overlap sheds are constructed from fully treated rustic slats that are square cut and overlapped to create weatherproof cladding16mm extra strong timber boarded floor with pressure treated floor bearersLockable pad bolt single doorFeatures two clear styrene windowsMade from FSC certified timber sourced from well managed forestsThis is a self-build product. Detailed step-by-step instructions are included.
Shed & Fence Preserver Acorn Brown 5L £19.99
Protects against rot and decayHigh performance water repellentSuitable for planed and sawn timberFor sheds, gazebos and other garden structures
Shed & Fence Preserver Red Cedar 5L £19.99
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Shed & Fence Preserver Dark Brown 5L £19.99
Protects against rot and decayHigh performance water repellentSuitable for planed and sawn timberFor sheds, gazebos and other garden structures
Filed: Wickes
Thursday, July 12th, 2012
Add scent and colour to your garden with lavender plants.
These attractive shrubs will enjoy sunny beds in your garden and don’t mind dry weather.
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ (lavender) £4.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy A compact form of the popular English lavender, named after plantsman Laurence Johnston’s famous Arts and Crafts garden in Gloucestershire. It produces dense spikes of fragrant, deep violet summer flowers above slender, aromatic, silvery-grey leaves. It is possibly the best lavender for edging paths and borders and the aromatic foliage perfumes the air if you brush against it. It also works well in a gravel garden, or clipped into a formal sphere for a contemporary look. The flower-spikes are highly attractive to bees and other nectar-loving insects. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Lavandula x intermedia ‘Grosso’ (lavender) £4.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: vigorous Flowering period: July to August Hardiness: fully hardy This vigorous English lavender produces masses of slender spikes of vivid violet flowers between July and August, above grey-green leaves. It makes a gorgeous, flowering, informal hedge, especially along a path, where its fragrance can be appreciated. It works well in a Mediterranean garden, or clipped into a formal sphere for a contemporary look. The flower-spikes are also a magnet for bees and other nectar-loving insects. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded to retain a compact shape. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Lavandula angustifolia Melissa Lilac (‘Dow4’) (PBR) (lavender) £4.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy Stunning, large, violet-coloured, fragrant flower spikes appear in summer above slender, aromatic, silvery-grey leaves. This is a lovely lavender for edging paths and borders; the aromatic foliage perfumes the air if you brush against it. It also works well in a gravel garden, or clipped into a formal sphere for a contemporary look. The flower-spikes are highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’ (lavender) £4.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy A compact lavender, named after Gertrude Jekyll’s garden at Munstead Wood. It produces dense spikes of fragrant, bluish-purple summer flowers above slender, aromatic, grey-green leaves. This is a lovely lavender for edging paths and borders; the aromatic foliage perfumes the air if you brush against it. It also works well in a gravel garden, or clipped into a formal sphere for a contemporary look. The flower-spikes are highly attractive to bees and other nectar-loving insects. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Blue Cushion’ (Lavender) £4.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy Blue-green foliage forms compact, cushion-like mounds that are topped with a profusion of upright flowerspikes for several months from midsummer. The rich blue flowers are extremely attractive to bees and butterflies, make pretty additions to posies and can be dried for pot pourri. Useful for creating a low hedge, providing year-round interest in a mixed border or potting up on a sunny patio. Similar to ‘Munstead’, but with a much more compact habit. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back again in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Elizabeth’ (lavender) £4.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy A new variety, with dense spikes of shocking violet flowers in late summer that shine out among aromatic, silvery-grey leaves. It’s fairly compact, so makes a gorgeous, informal flowering hedge, especially for edging a path and border, and brushing against it releases its heady fragrance. The flower-spikes are highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded to retain a compact shape. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Lavandula ‘Tiara’ (French lavender) £5.49
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: May to July Flower colour: blue with creamy-white flags Other features: highly aromatic flowers and leaves which can be used for making pot-pourri Hardiness: borderline hardy (may need protection in colder areas) Unusual spikes of large blue flowerheads topped with creamy-white flags throughout spring and summer, and aromatic silvery-grey leaves. An exciting new introduction to the French lavender range which has a compact yet upright habit, making it perfect for all gardens and in particular patio pots. As it’s borderline hardy it is best grown in a container in colder areas of the country and should be over-wintered in a cool greenhouse or conservatory. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Avoid early spring pruning as flowers will be delayed. Keep dry during the winter
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ (lavender) £5.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy A compact form of the popular English lavender, named after plantsman Laurence Johnston’s famous Arts and Crafts garden in Gloucestershire. It produces dense spikes of fragrant, deep violet summer flowers above slender, aromatic, silvery-grey leaves. It is possibly the best lavender for edging paths and borders and the aromatic foliage perfumes the air if you brush against it. It also works well in a gravel garden, or clipped into a formal sphere for a contemporary look. The flower-spikes are highly attractive to bees and other nectar-loving insects. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’ (lavender) £7.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy A compact lavender, named after Gertrude Jekyll’s garden at Munstead Wood. It produces dense spikes of fragrant, bluish-purple summer flowers above slender, aromatic, grey-green leaves. This is a lovely lavender for edging paths and borders; the aromatic foliage perfumes the air if you brush against it. It also works well in a gravel garden, or clipped into a formal sphere for a contemporary look. The flower-spikes are highly attractive to bees and other nectar-loving insects. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
Lavandula ‘Willow Vale’ (lavender) £8.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: purple Other features: the aromatic flowers and leaves can be used for making pot-pourri Hardiness: fully hardy (borderline) This French lavender makes a stunning, informal flowering hedge for a sunny, protected site. In frost-prone areas it is best grown as a pot-plant and over-wintered indoors. It has crinkly edged foliage and lovely, long, pale lavender flags. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
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