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New products at Garden Centre Online

by Sarah - July 18th, 2013.
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Garden Centre Online just added these new items

Raised Trough Planter (Veg & Garden Plant Trug)

Raised Trough Planter (Veg & Garden Plant Trug) £119.99
This fantastic Mercia Raised Wooden Vegetable Trough is the perfect space saving solution for growing your own vegetables. Made from pressure treated FSC timber, this vegetable trough is of a modular design that can be expanded upon to create an sleek and innovative ‘L’ shaped corner trough planter. The versatility of this great wooden trough planter make it a sure winner for any garden, patio or allotment no matter its size. Height: 60cm Width: 119cm Depth: 71cm Mercia Raised Trough Corner Kit also available, please see seperate listing.

Raised Trough Planter ((Veg & Garden Plant Trug) Corner Kit

Raised Trough Planter ((Veg & Garden Plant Trug) Corner Kit £49.99
This Mercia Raised Trough Corner Kit is the bit you need to create a sleek and innovative ‘L’ shaped corner trough planter. Made from pressure treated FSC timber the versatility of this great wooden trough planter makes it a sure winner for any garden, patio or allotment no matter its size. Height: 60cm Width: 97cm Depth: 39cm To create the ‘L’ shape, you will need 2 x Raised Trough (straight) and 1 x Corner Kit

The Complete Fruit Bush Collection 200056

The Complete Fruit Bush Collection 200056 £29.94
A prolific mass of mouth-watering berries. Chosen by or fruit specialists, all of our varieties are succulent and a great source of vitamins and fibres, ensuring you continue to have a great support to a healthy diet. A fantastic 5 bush collection that will include:Blackcurrant x 1 – Blackcurrants will grow brilliantly in pots on your patio so you don’t even need a garden! They are prolific fruiters, and the variety we will send you has been specially chosen to give you fruits from July until September, and from the second season onwards you can expect to pick over 7lbs of fruit every year. Blackcurrants have a sharp, intense flavour and provide you with an invaluable source of vitamin C. In the kitchen they can be used for all sorts of culinary ventures from pies and jams to delicious blackcurrant cordial. Blackberry x 1 – Glossy black, aromatic and deliciousBlackberries will grow brilliantly in pots on your patio so you don’t even need a garden! They are prolific fruiters, and the variety we will send you has been specially chosen to give you fruits from July until September, and from the second season onwards you can expect to pick over 8lbs of fruit every year.Redcurrant – Redcurrants will grow brilliantly in pots on your patio so you don’t even need a garden! They are prolific fruiters, and the variety we will send you has been specially chosen to give you fruits from July until September, and from the second season onwards you can expect to pick over 7lbs of fruit every year.. Gooseberry Hinnomaki Green or Red x 1 Unique, aromatic and delectable. Gooseberry Hinnomaki will grow brilliantly in pots on your patio so you don’t even need a garden! With their unique yellow-green berries they have a wonderfully sweet flavour with a hint of apricot. Please note – You’ll get either a red or green gooseberry plant (dependant upon availability) with your order.Raspberry x 1 -Juicy, fragrant and scrumptious. Raspberries will grow brilliantly in pots on your patio or in containers so you don’t even need a garden! With large, firm crimson fruit this bush will provide you with a moderate crop every year.Position Love to grow in a warm sunny position in full sun to partial shade; good to grow in pots, or in beds or borders.Skill level Easy to growHardiness Very hardy fruit bushSoil type Moist but well drained acidic garden soil or peaty lime-free ericaceous compostFlowering Time Late springFlower colour Various Foliage VariousHeight 1.2-1.5m (4-5ft)Spread 1.2-1.5m (4-5ft)After Care For best results take off any flower for first 1 or 2 years to stop the plant from fruiting, until the plant has grown to a good size, then there after you can remove any old stems that have fruited in the previous year in late spring, being careful not to remove any flowers buds and therefore this years fruit.Feed With general ericaceous fertilizer and mulch of garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in early springWatering Water well after planting and throughout the first growing season use rain water in hard water areasWildlife Bees and will love the flowers; birds will also eat the fallen berries.Plant type (Perennial Deciduous Shrub) this means, its a woody garden plant that will flower for many years and will drop its leaves in winter.Supplied As bare root plants or root balls, except Strawberry which is supplied as a potted plant.Top Tip Great to grow in pots water with rain water in hard water areas

A Pair of Washingtonia Filifera Palm Tree' s (Californian)

A Pair of Washingtonia Filifera Palm Tree’ s (Californian) £9.99
Washingtonia Filfera Palm Buy one get one free – Also known as the Desert Fan Palm or California Palm. They are a strong-growing, architectural tree which look fantastic even when young. They have large, bright green, tropical looking fan shaped leaves and will thrive in full sun. ‘Totally Tropical’, this striking, ‘architectural’ palm makes a superb feature and will add a sunny ‘desert island’ feel to your garden or patio for years to come! Also would look great either side of a doorway. Wikipedia suggests inches Washingtonia filifera can live from 80 to 250 years or more inches Winter Hardy to -10C Supplied as 2 established palm tree’s standing approx 80cm tall & in 14cm pots. They’ll also look great in a large pot on your patio!

Washingtonia Filifera (Californian) Palm Tree

Washingtonia Filifera (Californian) Palm Tree £9.99
Washingtonia Filfera Palm – Also known as the Desert Fan Palm or California Palm.  They are a strong-growing, architectural tree which look fantastic even when young. They have large, bright green, tropical looking fan shaped leaves and will thrive in full sun. ‘Totally Tropical’, this striking, ‘architectural’ palm makes a superb feature and will add a sunny ‘desert island’ feel to your garden or patio for years to come! Wikipedia suggests inches Washingtonia filifera can live from 80 to 250 years or more inches Winter Hardy to -10C Supplied approx 80cm tall & in a 14cm pot They’ll also look great in a large pot on your patio!

RedLove Apple Tree 200002

RedLove Apple Tree 200002 £9.49
*Pre Order now for dispatch from late September. Order by 31st of August and get free delivery* An exciting taste sensation! A new variety of apple tree will be winging its way to English gardens around the country in the very near future. With a profusion of interesting deep pink blossom, Redlove boasts a unique fruit that is striking red in colour, both on the outside and on the inside. The sensational patterned flesh has a texture similar to that of a Cox, but also has a touch of subtle cherry flavours which compliments the already exquisite taste. Delicious straight from the tree, it is also perfect for a variety of culinary uses as it doesn’t turn brown once cut and also makes a mouth-watering glass of freshly squeezed juice. Though not self-fertile, it’s easily pollinated by other apple trees, even up to 300m away. RedLove is also better for you than other varieties as the luscious flesh contains more antioxidants. Our trees come as 4ft tall, ready-to-plant specimens that quickly establish into 6-7ft tall heavy croppers. A ‘Secret’ root system restricts height, so there’s a maximum yield of accessible fruit and no need for ladders or climbing. Also, they need only a small sunny space to thrive in your garden, in pots on a patio or even your balcony. Ready to pick in early to mid September and if you keep the fruit in a cool place, it will last for up to 3 months! Or you can even freeze or preserve the fruit to enjoy the delicious flavour all year round!  Position Loves to grow in warm sunny position in full sun to part shade, can be grown in pots, or in the border, or can be trained against a wall or a fence. Skill level Easy to grow Hardiness Totally winter hardy Soil type Any moist garden soil best to add compost or well rotted manure when planting. Flowering Time Spring followed by fruit in late summer Flower Colour Bright white/pink, blossom Foliage Mid green leaves Height 3-4m (9-12ft) can be contained by pruning after flowering. Spread 3-4m (9-12ft) can be contained by pruning after flowering. After Care Requires no regular aftercare, can be pruned after flowering to maintain shape and size Feed General fertilizer and mulch of garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in early spring Watering Water well after planting and throughout the first growing season Wildlife Bees will love the flowers; good nest sites for small birds, the birds will also eat any fruit that falls to the ground.  Plant type (Perennial Evergreen tree) this means, it’s a woody garden tree that will flower for many years and drop its leaves in winter. Supplied As a Bare rooted tree or root ball  Top Tip Feed with blood fish and bone and keep well watered ALL GROWER QUALITY TREES ARE SUPPLIED READY – TO – PLANT APPROXIMATELY 4 FT. TALL. EACH PROVIDE HEAVY FRUITING YIELDS FROM THE FIRST YEAR OF PLANTING

CRIMSON BONFIRE' RED LEAF Peach Tree 200001

CRIMSON BONFIRE’ RED LEAF Peach Tree 200001 £6.49
  *Pre order now for dispatch from late October. Order before 31st of August and get free delivery* Enchanting burgundy foliage and sweetly fragranced blossom creates a canopy of spring decadence for the lusciously sublime Crimson Bonfire Peach. Imagine the sweet scent of peach blossom infusing the air as you sit and relax on your patio. A stunningly proportioned tree, its foliage has a wonderfully rich burgundy colour and complimented by the flushed pink skin of the peaches it makes a particularly exotic and decorative addition to any patio.  Completely winter hardy, you can look forward to your very own harvest of home-grown peaches for years to come. Bred to emphasise its resistance to disease and adaptability, this peach thrives in the British climate. Perfect for snacks, meals and desserts, the Crimson Bonfire peach ripens around mid-August and is unassumingly superb picked and eaten straight from the tree. It also freezes well, making it a firm favourite for culinary uses. Position Loves to grow in warm sunny position in full sun to part shade, can be grown in pots, or in the border, or can be trained against a wall or a fence.  Skill level Easy to grow Hardiness Totally winter hardy Soil type Any moist garden soil best to add compost or well rotted manure when planting.  Flowering Time Spring followed by fruit in late summer April May Flower Colour An abundance of dark pink, blossom Foliage Mid green leaves Height 3-4m (9-12ft) can be contained by pruning after flowering. Spread 3-4m (9-12ft) can be contained by pruning after flowering. After Care Requires no regular aftercare, can be pruned after flowering to maintain shape and size  Feed With general fertilizer and mulch of garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in early spring Watering Water well after planting and throughout the first growing season Wildlife Bees will love the flowers; good nest sites for small birds, the birds will also eat any fruit that falls to the ground.  Plant type (Perennial Evergreen tree) this means, it’s a woody garden tree that will flower for many years and drop its leaves Ripens aroundin winter. Supplied As a Bare rooted tree or root ball Top Tip Feed with blood fish and bone and keep well watered ALL GROWER QUALITY TREES ARE SUPPLIED READY – TO – PLANT APPROXIMATELY 5-6 FT. TALL. EACH PROVIDE HEAVY FRUITING YIELDS FROM THE SECOND YEAR OF PLANTING

PATIO NECTARINE Tree 200006

PATIO NECTARINE Tree 200006 £5.49
  *Pre order now for dispatch from late October. Order by 31st of August and get free delivery* Cream skin washed with crimson and hung from striking green foliage is what you will see when looking at your Nectarine tree. With whitish, tender, juicy flesh this wonderful fruit is delicious picked straight from the branch. Plant your Nectarine trees in rich, fertile, well drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position. A south facing spot is desirable to provide protection against damaging frosts. Our trees come as 5-6ft tall, ready-to-plant specimens that quickly establish into heavy croppers. A ‘Secret’ root system restricts height, so there’s a maximum yield of accessible fruit and no need for ladders or climbing. Position Loves to grow in warm sunny position in full sun to part shade, can be grown in pots, or in the border, or can be trained against a wall or a fence. Skill level Easy to grow Hardiness Totally winter hardy Soil type Any moist garden soil best to add compost or well rotted manure when planting. Flowering Time Spring followed by fruit in late summer Flower Colour Bright white/pink, blossom Foliage Mid green leaves Height 3-4m (9-12ft) can be contained by pruning after flowering.  Spread 3-4m (9-12ft) can be contained by pruning after flowering.  After Care Requires no regular aftercare, can be pruned after flowering to maintain shape and size Feed General fertilizer and mulch of garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in early spring Watering Water well after planting and throughout the first growing season Wildlife Bees will love the flowers; good nest sites for small birds, the birds will also eat any fruit that falls to the ground. Plant type (Perennial Evergreen tree) this means, it’s a woody garden tree that will flower for many years and drop its leaves in winter. Supplied As a Bare rooted tree or root ball Top Tip Feed with blood fish and bone and keep well watered ALL GROWER QUALITY TREES ARE SUPPLIED READY – TO – PLANT APPROXIMATELY 5-6 FT. TALL.  EACH PROVIDE HEAVY FRUITING YIELDS FROM THE FIRST YEAR OF PLANTING.

Cherry Tree - PRUNUS 'STELLA'

Cherry Tree – PRUNUS ‘STELLA’ £5.49
*Pre Order now for dispatch from late September. Order by 31st of August and get free delivery*   An abundance of deep red, glossy fruit will greet you as your Stella Cherry tree bears its jewels. With its attractive ‘cherry blossom’ which flowers from early March, you’ll be able to mark the beginning of spring with this wonderful tree. With its naturally sweet, aromatic flavour and sublime juiciness ensures this very popular variety, known for its consistency and taste is always the first self-fertile cherry tree that we recommend. Ready to pick from mid – late July, especially from the third growing season onwards, you can expect 11lbs of sublime cherries per tree or more each year, which could save you a small fortune compared to supermarket prices!! Our trees come as 5-6ft tall, ready-to-plant specimens that quickly establish into  heavy croppers. A ‘Secret’ root system restricts height, so there’s a maximum yield of accessible fruit and no need for ladders or climbing. Also, they need only a small sunny space to thrive in your garden, in pots on a patio or even your balcony. Position Loves to grow in warm sunny position in full sun to part shade, can be grown in pots, or in the border, or can be trained against a wall or a fence. Skill level Easy to grow Hardiness Totally winter hardy Soil type Any moist garden soil best to add compost or well rotted manure when planting. Flowering Time Spring followed by fruit in late summer Flower Colour Bright white/pink, blossom Foliage Mid green leaves Height 3-4m (9-12ft) can be contained by pruning after flowering. Spread 3-4m (9-12ft) can be contained by pruning after flowering.  After Care Requires no regular aftercare, can be pruned after flowering to maintain shape and size  Feed General fertilizer and mulch of garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in early spring Watering Water well after planting and throughout the first growing season Wildlife Bees will love the flowers; good nest sites for small birds, the birds will also eat any fruit that falls to the ground. Plant type (Perennial Evergreen tree) this means, it’s a woody garden tree that will flower for many years and drop its leaves in winter. Supplied As a Bare rooted tree or root ball. Top Tip Feed with blood fish and bone and keep well watered ALL GROWER QUALITY TREES ARE SUPPLIED READY – TO – PLANT APPROXIMATELY 5-6 FT. TALL. EACH PROVIDE HEAVY FRUITING YIELDS FROM THE FIRST YEAR OF PLANTING.