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Price reductions at Crocus

by Sarah - July 24th, 2013.
Filed under: Crocus, Price Reductions.

Crocus reduced the price on these items today

Dianthus Coral Reef ('WP07Oldrice') (Scent First Series) (PBR) (pink)

Dianthus Coral Reef (‘WP07Oldrice’) (Scent First Series) (PBR) (pink) was £4.99 now £2.49
Position: full sun Soil: rich but well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: May to August Flower colour: soft pink often with a darker eye Hardiness: fully hardy Flowering prolifically, this scented, compact cultivar is ideal for pots and containers on a sunny patio, where it will put on a marvellous display over a prolonged period. The coral coloured petals have a near white picotee edge, creating a distinctive two-tone effect. Garden care: Dianthus should be trimmed back lightly after flowering to promote new basal growth. Prune more closely in spring, as new shoots emerge to maintain a tidy shape. To maintain healthy growth, it is important to make sure the plants are protected from excessive winter wet.

Dianthus Memories ('WP11 Gwe04') (Scent First Series) (PBR) (pink)

Dianthus Memories (‘WP11 Gwe04’) (Scent First Series) (PBR) (pink) was £4.99 now £2.49
Position: full sun Soil: rich but well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: May to August Flower colour: white Hardiness: fully hardy, but protect from excessive winter wet At the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2012, this glorious new hybrid was awarded runner up in the ‘Plant of Year’ competition. Hailed as the successor to ‘Mrs Sinkins’, it produces a profusion of fully double white flowers, which have a rich, spicy scent. Garden care: Dianthus should be trimmed back lightly after flowering to promote new basal growth. Prune more closely in spring, as new shoots emerge to maintain a tidy shape.

Dianthus Candy Floss ('Devon Flavia') (Scent First Series) (PBR) (pot pink)

Dianthus Candy Floss (‘Devon Flavia’) (Scent First Series) (PBR) (pot pink) was £4.99 now £2.49
Position: full sun Soil: rich but well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: May to August Flower colour: soft pink often with a darker eye Hardiness: fully hardy A recently introduced perennial, which has already won itself the RHS Award of Garden Merit. Its soft pink petals, which look as though they have been neatly trimmed with pinking shears, are flecked with crimson towards their base. They form exquisite flowers, that have a strong clove-like scent, on stout stems above the clumps of grey-green foliage. Unlike many other pinks, they will flower whenever it is warm enough, which usually ensures a bumper crop of flowers over a longer period from late spring to summer. Garden care: Dianthus should be trimmed back lightly after flowering to promote new basal growth. Prune more closely in spring, as new shoots emerge to maintain a tidy shape. To maintain healthy growth, it is important to make sure the plants are protected from excessive winter wet.

Lavandula angustifolia 'Ellagance Ice' (lavender)

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Ellagance Ice’ (lavender) was £4.99 now £2.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Other features: grey-green, aromatic leaves Hardiness: fully hardy Spikes of white flowers, often with a soft blue flush, appear freely in summer, contrasting beautifully with the grey-green foliage. The naturally compact and uniform habit of this beautiful lavender makes it ideal for creating low hedges in both formal and informal gardens. 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 'Ellagance Purple' (lavender)

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Ellagance Purple’ (lavender) was £4.99 now £2.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Other features: grey-green, aromatic leaves Hardiness: fully hardy Appearing in profusion, the deep purple-blue flowers put on a marvelous display and are very attractive to bees and other pollinating insects. An outstanding performer in the border or gravel garden, it will also make a handsome addition to the patio when grown in a pot. 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 'Ellagance Sky' (lavender)

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Ellagance Sky’ (lavender) was £4.99 now £2.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Other features: grey-green, aromatic leaves Hardiness: fully hardy Dense, rounded mounds of glaucous green foliage are topped with strong stems bearing pale violet-blue flowers. It looks impressive when planted en masse, but to take full advantage of the flowers scent, it is best planted near an entranceway or seating area. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.

blueberry 'Pink Lemonade' (blueberry)

blueberry ‘Pink Lemonade’ (blueberry) was £9.99 now £8.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: prefers moist but well-drained, acidic soil or ericaceous compost in a pot. Rate of growth: average Hardiness: fully hardy A new, easy to grow and fascinating plant, that will produce delicious pink blueberries! The fruits form without the need of a pollination partner, after the bell-shaped, pinkish-white flowers (which appear in spring) have faded. Initially a pale green, they first become flushed with pink, but turn a deep pink when they are fully ripe and ready to pick. A mid-late to late-season blueberry, the berries have a lovely mild flavor and a firm flesh. Garden care: Prepare the ground well before planting. Prune in winter, cutting out dead or damaged branches. In spring, feed with sulphate of ammonia, sulphate of potash and bonemeal and top-dress with ericaceous compost.