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Archive for May, 2014

New products at GreenFingers

Saturday, May 10th, 2014

GreenFingers has these new items today

Botanico Single Wall Planter

Botanico Single Wall Planter £2.49
This unusual Single Wall Planter can be attached to a patio wall garden wall fence or rail by simply hooking it up. It is easily attached to wood or concrete and has a waterproof PVC backing to stop walls getting damp. Now you can create your own vertical garden indoors or outdoors and enjoy a flourishing living wall wherever you want.The breathable hessian fabric allows air to reach the roots preventing water logging sour soil and stops plants becoming root bound.Quick to install Easy to plantRe-usableDimensions: W35 x H39cm For ideas and inspiration for your garden d

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Price reductions at Crocus

Saturday, May 10th, 2014

Crocus has cut the price of these products

Papaver rhoeas (field poppy)

Papaver rhoeas (field poppy) was £2.49 now £1.49
Position: full sun Soil: well-drained, preferably poor soil Rate of growth: average Hardiness: fully hardy Once a common sight in cornfields, this brilliant red field poppy is perfect for a sunny wildflower garden or meadow, where it will self-seed freely. Profits from these seeds are used to protect existing wildflower areas and develop new sites where wildflowers can grow. In folklore field poppies were believed to cause thunderstorms. Garden care: When sowing seeds do not use a fertiliser since wildflowers prefer poor soils. In autumn after flowering cut the faded flower-heads down to the ground and compost the dead stems. Sow: March-May or September-October Flowering: August-September or May-July Approximate quantity: 5000 seeds.

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New products at Crocus

Saturday, May 10th, 2014

Crocus just added these new products

Veratrum nigrum (false hellebore)

Veratrum nigrum (false hellebore) £39.99
Position: partial shade – or full sun if the soil doesn’t dry out Soil: deep, fertile, moist but well drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to July Flower colour: greeny-cream Other features: all parts of the plant are highly toxic if eaten and contact with the foliage may irritate the skin Hardiness: fully hardy A rhizomatous perennial that is found growing in damp meadows and open woodland throughout the northern hemisphere, this plant will thrive in rich, moist soils in a lightly shaded spot. The pleated mid to dark green leaves form a cluster from which tall, branching spikes emerge in early summer. These spikes are covered in masses of tiny, star-shaped, greenish-white flowers. A widely used remedy in homeopathic medicine, parts of this plant have also been used in the past as arrow poison. Garden care: Try to keep it well watered and protect it from cold, drying winds.

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Price reductions at Blooming Direct

Saturday, May 10th, 2014

Reduced price on items today at Blooming Direct

Heliotrope Marine mix x 24 large plugs

Heliotrope Marine mix x 24 large plugs was £9.99 now £4.99
A real little gem for Summer gardens, Heliotrope is often called by it’s alluring common name ‘Cherry Pie Plant’ – a hint at what it’s lovely scents reminds you of as you pass by. A neat cluimp forming plant, perfect in big pots and planters, in a warm, sunny spot for best flowering and most proliic scent, it’s gorgeous deep marine blue shades being a useful colour too.

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New products at Blooming Direct

Saturday, May 10th, 2014

Blooming Direct just added these new products

Begonia Non Stop Mocca Mix - pack of 24 large plugs

Begonia Non Stop Mocca Mix – pack of 24 large plugs £12.99
A new twist on the ever popular Non-Stop Tuberous Begonia range, the Mocca series has the same big, ruffled colourful flowers on Non-Stops, but now set off against the most sumptuous velvety brown to purple leaves, seemingly making the colours even bolder and brighter against their dark and moody background, standing out like jewels. Look out for the orange and pink in particular. Great in borders en masse, or in large tubs, in sun or shade, they will form little corms that can be lifted in Winter and stored dry and replanted the following Spring (although we would much rather you wanted even more from us next season after their fabulous displays this year!).

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New products at Plant Me Now

Friday, May 9th, 2014

Plant Me Now has these new lines today

Trixi White Pearl (5 ready pots)

Trixi White Pearl (5 ready pots) £12.95
Trixi White Pearl is a crisp combination of stunning white Petunia, Verbena and Lobelia. This stunning white mixture has been tried and tested to ensure that they grow in perfect harmony, providing you with a true mixed display of flowers. This is the latest innovation in container gardening and is a sure fire way to put your displays streaks ahead of your neighbours. Trixi White Pearl prefers to be planted in full sun and will flower from June to August, and if you dead head regularly they could go for even longer! Height: 25cm Spread 38cm

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Price reductions at Harrod Horticultural

Friday, May 9th, 2014

Price reduction at Harrod Horticultural

Wall & Fence Fruit Tree Protector

Wall & Fence Fruit Tree Protector was £132.00 now £80.00
The Wall Fence Fruit Tree Protector Is Supplied Complete With 18mm X 18mm Heavy Duty Anti-bird Netting To Keep The Birds From Your Fruit And A Clear Heavy-duty Pvc Cover. In The Winter Months The Pvc Cover Will Reduce The Threat Of The Highly-damaging Peach Leaf Curl Fungus, Spread By Raindrops In Cold, Wet Winter And Spring Conditions.these Covers – Complete With Heavy-duty Zip System – Are Supported By An Ultra-tough, Heavy-duty 25mm/1″ Square X 1.5mm Thick, Galvanised And Powder-coated Black Steel Framework Which Carries A Reassuring 10 Year Guarantee. The Wall/fence Fruit Tree Protector Can Be Fitted To Any 1.8m/6ft+ High Wall/fence And Is 1.94m Long. Full Instructions And Fittings Included.researched And Designed In-house With Input From The Fruit Department At Rhs Wisleymount Against Any 6ft/1.8m+ High Wall Or Fencefixings And Full Instructions Includedsturdy, Galvanised, 25mm/1″ Square, Black, Powder-coated Steel Frameworksteelwork Guaranteed For 10 Yearspvc Cover Prevents Peach Leaf Curl And Has A Year Guarantee supplied With 18mm X 18mm Mesh Heavy-duty Anti-bird Nettingthe Frame Measures 45cm/18″ Depth And 1.8m/6ft High And Is Supplied In 1.94m Length (length Is External) through Draft Ventilation Is Provided By A 20cm/8″ Gap At Bottom Of Frame And Via Open Sidessteel Framework Fitted To Wall Or Fence With Pressure Treated Battensextra-tough Press Studs Secure Pvc Covers To Framethis Product Is Supplied As A Kit For Self Assembly

New products at Van Meuwen

Friday, May 9th, 2014

Van Meuwen has these new items today

Annual Bedding Plants Collection - 72 annual bedding plug plants - 6 of each variety

Annual Bedding Plants Collection – 72 annual bedding plug plants – 6 of each variety £19.99
This all new, 72 plant collection will fill your beds, borders, patio containers and hanging baskets with the most spectacular array of colour. A wonderful collection of 12 stunning varieties selected specifically for their fantastic range of contrasting colours, stunning blooms and elegant foliage. Supplied as vigorous plug plants.Collection comprises:Begonia Mixed - An exceptionally large flowered variety.Antirrhinum - Fragrant snapdragons in a bright colour range.Dahlia - A classic mixture of dwarf bedding dahlias.Petunia Mix - a blend of over 20 types of petunia flowers.Gazania Mixed - A stunning blend of daisy-like flowers.Marigold Mixed - High quality bedding marigoldsNicotiana - Mid-height plants with upward facing flowers.Geranium Mixed - Compact, uniform plants produce a mass of colour in bright vibrant shades.Lobelia - A trailing lobelia with a sparkling array of dainty flowers in a rich sapphire blue.Salpiglossis - Stunning long lasting trumpet flowers on upright bushy plants. Sweet William - A cottage garden favourite for their fabulous scent. Mesembryanthemum Mixed - Produces a glowing display in full sun.

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New products at John Lewis

Friday, May 9th, 2014

John Lewis has these new items today

John Lewis Playnation Acrylic Tumbler, Red

John Lewis Playnation Acrylic Tumbler, Red £0.50
Made from extremely durable acrylic in a host of bright, summery colours; these eyecatching tumblers are the ideal companion for some carefree fun in the sun.

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Mattocks!

Friday, May 9th, 2014

Two lovely mattocks from Crocus. A lovely quality tool you’ll find really useful around the flower and vegetable beds.


Sneeboer long handled mattock
 £79.99
This mattock combines a strong mattock blade with a sharp three tined fork so that you are always prepared for any heavy work that is required in the garden. The mattock blade allows you to break up even the most compact soil while the three tine fork allows you to cultivate and remove weeds in one go without the need to reach for another tool. The handle is longer and lightweight which is a great relief for your back as well as making it easier to reach those difficult to get to spaces. Sneeboer tools are of excellent quality and are built to last which means your favourite tool will never need replacing. The are forged from stainless steel and are lovingly finished with a long FSC ash wood handle. This tool is perfect for: Furrowing, raking, weeding. Measurements: Total height: 165cm Head length: 12cm Head width: 12.5cm

Sneeboer hand mattock
 £49.99
This hand mattaock it a neat little tool which combines two tools into one. The mattock blade is great for digging into the soil then you can use the fork for aerating and cultivating the soil. The handle is made from cherry wood which makes it smoother with a nicer finish and the size of the handle has also been designed with a small grip in mind. These two things combined make this tool much nicer and more comfortable to use. Sneeboer tools are of excellent quality and are built to last which means your favourite tool will never need replacing. They are forged from stainless steel and are lovingly finished with a FSC cherry wood handle. This tool is perfect for: Furrowing, planting, weeding. Measurements: Total height: 34cm Head length: 8.5cm Head width: 8.5cm