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Price reductions at Crocus

by Sarah - March 23rd, 2014.
Filed under: Crocus, Price Reductions.

Crocus reduced the price on these lines today

Bletilla striata (half hardy hyacinth orchid)

Bletilla striata (half hardy hyacinth orchid) was £6.99 now £3.49
Position: partial shade in summer Soil: moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil Flowering period: June to July Flower colour: magenta pink Hardiness: half hardy Up to 12 pink blooms, each with ruffled lips that are usually infused with a darker shade, open in succession on the slender, upright stem in spring. An easy to grow plant, which if left undisturbed, will spread to form good-sized clumps. Garden care: Plant bulbs 2cm deep and 15 – 20cm apart in a partially shaded position. In mild areas apply a generous layer of dry mulch in autumn to provide insulation. Alternatively, lift the bulb in autumn and store it in a dry, frost-free place. Bletillas grown in pots should be moved to a conservatory or unheated greenhouse during winter. They should be kept dry during their winter dormancy.

Canna 'Chocolate Sunrise' (Indian shot bulbs)

Canna ‘Chocolate Sunrise’ (Indian shot bulbs) was £4.99 now £3.99
Position: full sun (or indoors in full light shaded from hot sun) Soil: fertile, well-drained soil or loam-less potting compost Flowering period: June to September Other features: large bold leaves Hardiness: half hardy (will need winter protection) A treat for jungle-themed borders, and useful for adding height to summer bedding schemes, this gorgeous canna has a rich blend of colours that will create a tropical feel. Garden care: Pot the rhizomes up into 20cm pots filled with a good quality compost. The rhizomes should be planted shallowly, just covering them with compost, but making sure that any new shoots are above soil level. Water lightly and then grow them on at temperatures above 10C, increasing the water as they start to grow. Gradually harden off before planting out after all risk of frost has passed. Water regularly during the growing season, applying a phosphorus-rich liquid fertiliser each month. In frost-prone areas lift the rhizomes in autumn and store in a frost-free environment in barely-moist compost or leaf mould.

Canna 'Moonshine' (Indian shot bulbs)

Canna ‘Moonshine’ (Indian shot bulbs) was £4.99 now £3.99
Position: full sun (or indoors in full light shaded from hot sun) Soil: fertile, well-drained soil or loam-less potting compost Flowering period: June to September Flower colour: creamy white Other features: large leaves Hardiness: half hardy (will need winter protection) Creamy white petals with a soft flush of yellow, form luminous flowers that blend easily with softer pinks, blues and purples. A compact and robust green-leaved cultivar that shows good resistance to virus. Garden care: Pot the rhizomes up into 20cm pots filled with a good quality compost. The rhizomes should be planted shallowly, just covering them with compost, but making sure that any new shoots are above soil level. Water lightly and then grow them on at temperatures above 10C, increasing the water as they start to grow. Gradually harden off before planting out after all risk of frost has passed. Water regularly during the growing season, applying a phosphorus-rich liquid fertiliser each month. In frost-prone areas lift the rhizomes in autumn and store in a frost-free environment in barely-moist compost or leaf mould.

Jasminum polyanthum (scented Chinese jasmine (on a hoop))

Jasminum polyanthum (scented Chinese jasmine (on a hoop)) was £14.99 now £9.99
Position: sun to part shade Soil: moist, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: April – May Hardiness: tender (will need winter protection) A vigorous twining climber with attractive dark, glossy evergreen leaves. The real attraction though are the masses of highly scented star-shaped white flowers that open from pink buds. A good choice for covering the wall of an unheated conservatory, or for smothering a wigwam of canes set into a pot. When grown inside in a warm conservatory they flower from late winter, but in colder temperatures the flowers appear from spring to summer. Garden care: Grow in a pot on a sunny patio with shade from midday sun during the summer, and move to a protected spot with a minimum temperature of 10C during the winter. Feed every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Prune to fit the growing frame in late winter or early spring.

Grow-bag growhouse

Grow-bag growhouse was £19.99 now £14.99
Designed to fit all standard Growbags – perfect for tomatoes! Also very useful for early protection of other plants. Get earlier cropping Suitable for all sheltered locations, including balconies. Size – 150cm high x 100cm wide x 50cm deep