Teucrium fruticans (shrubby germander) was £9.99 now £7.99
Position: full sun Soil: well-drained, preferably neutral to alkaline soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to August Flower colour: dark azure-blue Hardiness: frost hardy (will need protection in winter) A bushy evergreen shrub with whorls of dark azure-blue flowers over a long period in summer and aromatic, grey-green leaves. This award- winning form of shrubby germander grows best in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun. It’s perfect for use in a sheltered, sunny border or in mild area as a long-flowering, informal hedge. Garden care: In March cut back the stems to within two or three buds from the base. Avoid excessive winter wet and offer protection during cold weather.

Easy picker was £9.99 now £7.99
Wide mouth with magnetic rubber gripper and plastic bag hook for efficient collection of leaves, rubbish and other garden debris. Lightweight, strong, anti-rust aluminium. Long reach ability means no more back breaking work.

Generic storage box was £9.99 now £8.99
We designed some storage boxes for seeds (these were created to hold the large bean seed packets, which wont fit into most seed storage tins), and then we designed some for storing bulbs, and then we thought it would be useful to have a way of storing all those odds and ends like: nails and tags and screws. So we designed these, complete with a nice label holder on the front, so you know what’s inside. Dimensions: height 20cm x width 13.5cm x depth 13.5cm

Berry picker was £12.99 now £11.99
Enjoy picking the fruits of your labours, efficient berry picking device which harvests ten times faster than hand picking a very clever device separates berries from the stem. Measurements: Length: 23cm Width: 14cm

Camellia japonica ‘Margaret Davis’ (camellia) was £19.99 now £14.99
Position: partial shade (but not east-facing) Soil: moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acid soil (or ericaceous compost for container-grown specimens) Rate of growth: average Flowering period: February to March Flower colour: white with a deep rose edge Other features: broad, glossy, dark green leaves Hardiness: fully hardy A lovely bi-coloured flowering Camellia with creamy-white petals edged in raspberry. It is originates from Australia and is named after the founding president of the Gardening Clubs there. The ruffled, informal flowers appear in late winter and will often continue through until late spring and really brighten up the dullest of winter days. This is a compact form of Camellia, which is also slower growing than some of the other varieties. It is salt wind tolerant so a good plant for coastal planting. Garden care: To prevent damage to the emerging buds and flowers protect from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. Water established plants in dry weather to prevent bud drop. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June. Top-dress annually with shredded bark or well-rotted leaf mould. After flowering lightly trim or prune any branches that spoil the appearance of the plant. Protect container-grown specimens in winter by wrapping with bubble wrap or hessian.

Camellia japonica ‘Adolphe Audusson’ (camellia) was £19.99 now £14.99
Position: partial shade (but not east-facing) Soil: moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acid soil (or ericaceous compost for container-grown specimens) Rate of growth: average Flowering period: March to May Hardiness: fully hardy A lovely camellia with large, semi-double, blood-red flowers offset by deep green, glossy leaves and compact, upright growth. This is arguably the best red camellia, with masses of flowers for many weeks. It’s ideal for a mixed or spring border and the foliage provides an excellent foil for spring bulbs. Garden care: To prevent damage to the emerging buds and flowers protect from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. Water established plants in dry weather to prevent bud drop. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June. Top-dress annually with shredded bark or well-rotted leaf mould. After flowering lightly trim or prune any branches that spoil the appearance of the plant.

Acer palmatum (Amoenum Group) ‘Atropurpureum’ (Japanese maple) was £19.99 now £14.99
Position: full sun (but not south-facing) or light shade Soil: fertile, moist, well-drained neutral to acid soil Rate of growth:slow-growing Flowering period: April to May Hardiness: fully hardy An elegant small tree, with deeply lobed dark purple-red leaves that turn fiery red in autumn and tiny purple flowers in spring. This neat, slow-growing acer has an open habit, and looks dramatic silhouetted next to buildings, as a focal point in a small courtyard, or in a Japanese-style garden. It needs a sheltered spot, away from strong winds or all-day sunshine. It also looks good in a container. The leaves may be greener if they do not receive sufficient light. Garden care: Add a top-dressing of a well-balanced fertiliser around the base of a recently planted tree in late spring and keep it well watered. No routine pruning is required, just remove any dead, damaged or crossing branches in late autumn or winter when they are fully dormant.

Camellia x williamsii ‘Debbie’ (camellia) was £19.99 now £14.99
Position: partial shade (but not east-facing) Soil: moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acid soil (or ericaceous compost for cont ainer-grown specimens) Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: April to May Hardiness: fully hardy A very free-flowering camellia that produces large, peony-form, rose-pink bl ooms for several weeks from April. This vigorous, evergreen shrub is particularl y resistant to cold weather and is perfect for training against a north-facing w all or fence. The faded blooms drop cleanly when they are spent. This variety is highly recommended by the Royal Horticultural Society. Garden care : To prevent damage to the emerging buds and flowers protect from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. Water established plants in dry weather to prevent bud drop. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June. T op-dress annually with shredded bark or well-rotted leaf mould. After flowering lightly trim or prune any branches that spoil the appearance of the plant.