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Price reductions at Van Meuwen

by Sarah - August 19th, 2014.
Filed under: Jersey Plants, Price Reductions.

Reduced items at Van Meuwen

Ipheion 'Mixed' - 25 bulbs

Ipheion ‘Mixed’ – 25 bulbs was £9.99 now £3.99
Originating from South America, these are one of the bulb world’s best kept secrets! Clumps of bright green foliage emerge in the autumn and winter followed by an abundance of star-shaped flowers in spring, which are borne over a longer period than most spring bulbs. The flowers have a delightfully sweet honey fragrance in contrast to the leaves which have an unusual onion scent when crushed. Vigorous and easy to grow, plant Ipheion ‘Mixed’ in borders, beneath deciduous shrubs, or in containers for a colourful spring display. Height: 15cm (6"). Spread: 5cm (2"). Supplied as bulbs.Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers

Russian Snowdrop - 50 bulbs

Russian Snowdrop – 50 bulbs was £9.99 now £3.99
Customer favouriteA carpet of spring colourVirtually maintenance freeWith a beauty that belies its resilience, Puschkinia will form a carpet of spring colour that is virtually maintenance free. These tough little bulbs emerge in a flurry of palest blue flowers, etched with dark powder blue stripes. Russian snowdrops enjoy well drained soils and make an eye-catching alternative to traditional spring bulbs. Grow them in borders and rockeries, or naturalise them in grass. Height: 15cm (6"). Spread: 10cm (4").Bulb size 5/6cm.Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers

Anemone coronaria 'Union Jack Blend' - 100 bulbs

Anemone coronaria ‘Union Jack Blend’ – 100 bulbs was £9.99 now £3.99
An eye-catching blend of Anemones with magnificent double flowers in vibrant shades of red, white and blue. Flowering from April to May above low-growing mounds of finely cut foliage, Anemone coronaria ‘Union Jack Blend’ makes a fantastic partner for late spring bulbs and perennials. These easy-to-grow windflowers are perfect for containers or the front of sunny borders, and they make pretty cut flowers too. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as tubers.Mixture includes:Anemone coronaria ‘The Governor’ - Semi-double, brilliant red flowers with a central white ring, which highlights the black centres.Anemone coronaria ‘Mount Everest’ - Layer upon layer of snow-white, narrow petals result in delicate semi-double flowers with green centres.Anemone coronaria ‘Lord Lieutenant’ - Striking blue-purple, semi-double flowers with purple-black centres.Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers

Iris 'Metallic Mix' - 50 bulbs

Iris ‘Metallic Mix’ – 50 bulbs was £13.99 now £4.99
A fantastic mix of new and improved Dutch Iris, producing a plethora of vibrant and richly coloured blooms, including bicolours and picotees. Flowering between mid-spring and early summer, the architectural blooms of Iris ‘Metallic Mixture’ look fantastic grouped in borders and patio containers, where they will return year after year. Dutch Iris flowers are also superb for cutting for a vase indoors. Height: 45cm (18"). Spread: 10cm (4"). Supplied as bulbs.Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers

Daffodil 'Double Duo' - 10 bulbs

Daffodil ‘Double Duo’ – 10 bulbs was £9.99 now £4.99
Gently scentedGood cut flowerSumptuous snow white double blooms with frilly centres of peachy pink and yellow. The gently scented flowers of Daffodil Double Duo make a wonderful spectacle in spring. Grow them outdoors in patio pots and borders, or indoors on a bright windowsill. Also excellent as cut flowers to make a really pretty posy! Height: 38cm (15"). Bulb size 12/14 cm.Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers Top ten tips for growing daffodils

Tulip 'Blueberry Ripple' - 16 bulbs

Tulip ‘Blueberry Ripple’ – 16 bulbs was £11.99 now £5.99
Remarkable fragrant white blooms with vibrant purple blue flames at the base and the sides each petal. Plant tulips in groups and delight as they open to reveal their superb colouring. Why not cut some for a flower arrangement so that you can enjoy them indoors too! Height: 45cm (18") Bulb size: 11/12cm. Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubersCulinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. However,some people have had strong allergic reactions to Tulip flowers. If touching them causes a rash, numbness etc. then Tulip flowers should not be eaten. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Primrose 'Dunbeg' - 2 primrose plug plants

Primrose ‘Dunbeg’ – 2 primrose plug plants was £9.99 now £5.99
Close to a wild primrose in colour, the delicate pale-lemon blooms of Primrose ‘Dunbeg’ are flushed with apricot, making a stunning contrast with its dark purple-bronze leaves. Part of a group known as Kennedy primroses, this Primula has been bred steadily since the 1970s, entirely outdoors, and as a result has developed a truly hardy habit; resisting frost, snow and extreme wet conditions. Grow these resilient Irish primroses in beds, borders, rock gardens and patio containers for a delightful, low-maintenance display each spring. Height and spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as plug plants.Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers.

Primrose 'Avondale' - 2 primrose plug plants

Primrose ‘Avondale’ – 2 primrose plug plants was £9.99 now £5.99
Delectable sugar-pink blooms each have a fine white line at the centre of the petals to give a radiant effect from the glowing yellow centres. Part of a group known as Kennedy primroses, Primrose ‘Avondale’ has been bred steadily since the 1970s, entirely outdoors, and as a result has developed a truly hardy habit; resisting frost, snow and extreme wet conditions. Grow these resilient Irish primroses in beds, borders, rock gardens and patio containers for a delightful, low-maintenance display each spring. Height and spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as plug plants.Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers.

Daffodil poeticus - the Poet's Daffodil - 10 bulbs

Daffodil poeticus - the Poet’s Daffodil – 10 bulbs was £9.99 now £5.99
Showy, 5cm flowersExtremely fragrantSuperb cut-flowerThe poet’s daffodil is one of the last to flower but is well worth the wait. Showy white, 5cm double blooms are so fragrant that they are grown by the perfume industry. Grow them outdoors, or in containers on a bright windowsill indoors. Also excellent as cut flowers to make a really pretty posy! Height: 35cm (14"). Bulb size: 11/12 cm.Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers Top ten tips for growing daffodils