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New products at Crocus

by Sarah - February 2nd, 2015.
Filed under: Crocus, New Products.

Hundreds of new lines at Crocus

Terracotta olive pot

Terracotta olive pot £99.99
Dimensions: width 60cm x height 54cm This is one of our very own range of pots and we are very proud of them. We thin k these classic, unfussy designs work best in an English garden. Although our in spiration came from Tuscany, the pots have been made in Turkey. They are hand th rown (sometimes from 2 pieces of clay for the larger pots) by Argun and his son who are the 3rd and 4th generation of potters from the Izmir region on the Aege an coast. The clay from this area ages to a lovely patina, as the salts slowly l each to the surface. Each pot is fired to 1080 degrees C (to make it as frost proof as possible) and has an extra large drainage hole in the base.

Terracotta rhubarb forcer

Terracotta rhubarb forcer £79.99
This beautiful rhubarb forcer has a practical purpose, but its classic good looks means that it will also make a beautiful garden ornament when placed out in your vegetable garden or herbaceous borders. It has a detachable lid and can be used to ‘force’ early crops like rhubarb, chicory and asparagus into producing their ready to eat harvest ahead of schedule. Dimensions: Large: Height 60cm and 37.5cm diameter base. Small: Height 50cm and 37.5cm diameter base. These forcers are hand-thrown and are frost resistant.

Lucca terracotta pot

Lucca terracotta pot £79.99
Beautifully proportioned pots that are wider than they are tall, which lend themselves particularly well to mixed planting schemes. They look especially good when crammed full of seasonal bedding, herbs or alpine plants that are allowed to spill out over their angular sides. The striking shape and classic good looks, makes them statement pieces that will create beautiful focal points for either the garden or patio. Available in two sizes. Small: External 30cm high x 45cm diameter Internal 29cm high x 42cm diameter Large: External 42cm high x 60cm diameter Internal 36cm high x 50cm diameter Terracotta Pot Size Guide We think these classic, unfussy designs work best in an English garden. Although the in spiration came from Tuscany, the pots have been made in Turkey. They are hand th rown (sometimes from 2 pieces of clay for the larger pots) by Argun and his son who are the 3rd and 4th generation of potters from the Izmir region on the Aege an coast. The clay from this area ages to a lovely patina, as the salts slowly l each to the surface. Each pot is fired to 1080 degrees C (to make it as frost resistant as possible) and has an extra large drainage hole in the base. Available in more than one size. All sizes sold separately.

Cornus kousa var. chinensis (Chinese dogwood)

Cornus kousa var. chinensis (Chinese dogwood) £69.99
Position: full sun to part shade Soil: fertile, humus-rich, well-drained, neutral to acid soil Rate of growth: slow-growing to average Flowering period: May to June Hardiness: fully hardy This is a real showstopper of a tree, with two main seasons of interest. Broadly conical in shape, it produces tiny green flowers in June, which are surrounded by showy, creamy-white, petal-like bracts, that fade to lovely shades of pink as they age. In autumn the dark green leaves turn crimson-purple, and mature trees produce strawberry-like fruits. It’s an excellent specimen tree for a small garden or woodland edge, and the leaf colour is best in fertile, well-drained, neutral to acid soil. Garden care: Incorporate a good amount of well-rotted leafmould when planting. Requires minimal pruning once established, although as it is naturally low-branching and shrubby, you may need to clear a short, single stem when young. This should be tackled when the plant is fully dormant from autumn to early spring.

Acer griseum (paper bark maple)

Acer griseum (paper bark maple) £69.99
Position:full sun or partial shade Soil: fertile, moist, well-drained Rate of growth: slow-growing Flowering period: April to May Hardiness: fully hardy A lovely, slow-growing, medium-sized tree, this is grown as much for its autumn colour. The bark is the colour of cinnamon, and peels away naturally in thin layers, hence this tree’s common name, paper bark. The leaves are deeply cut and maple-like, and turn brilliant shades of orange and scarlet in autumn. Plant it in full view of your windows to enjoy the bark all year round. Garden care: Add a top-dressing of a multi-purpose fertiliser around the base of a recently planted tree in late spring and keep well watered. No routine pruning is necessary, but you can remove any dead, damaged or crossing branches in mid winter when the plants are fully dormant. Avoid pruning at any other time of the year as Acers tend to ‘bleed’ sap if cut while they are actively growing.

Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' (American Redbud)

Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’ (American Redbud) £69.99
Position: full sun Soil: moist, well-drained soil Rate of growth: slow-growing Flowering period: March to April Flower colour: pink Other features: stunning royal purple foliage Hardiness: fully hardy Deep purple, heart-shaped leaves on a spreading, often multi-stemmed tree. In spring, crimson, purple or pink flowers appear on the bare stems but it is the leaves which make this tree so attractive. The colour becomes subdued in summer but it is one of the best coloured-leaved small trees. Like Cercis siliquastrum, it does prefer a warm, south-facing spot. Garden care: Plant in their final location when young as they resent being transplanted. Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter. However for large foliage this variety can tolerate hard pruning in early spring once it is established, then apply a balanced general purpose fertiliser. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly.

Cercis siliquastrum (Judas tree)

Cercis siliquastrum (Judas tree) £69.99
Position: full sun Soil: moist, well-drained soil Rate of growth: slow-growing Flowering period: March to April Flower colour: pink Other features: ideal for a warm, Mediterranean garden or on a south-facing bank Hardiness: fully hardy A lovely spreading tree that is often seen with multiple stems. Glaucous heart-shaped leaves appear after the flowers and turn pale yellow and brown in autumn. It is a lovely small tree for a warm, south-facing spot as it needs the heat to ripen the new shoots each summer to flower well the following spring. The pink blooms appear well before the leaves, and after a particularly warm summer, can cover the entire tree from the shoot tips to right down the trunk. Garden care: Plant in their final location when young as they resent being transplanted. Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly Goes well with: Kolkwitzia amabilis ‘Pink Cloud’, Ceanothus x delileanus ‘Topaze’, Lavatera ‘Barnsley’, Verbena bonariensis, Perovskia ‘Blue Spire’, Ruta graveolens, Dianthus caryophyllus, Stachys officinalis

Magnolia x  soulangeana (magnolia)

Magnolia x soulangeana (magnolia) £69.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moist, well-drained, acidic soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: April to May Hardiness: fully hardy One of the most popular magnolias, with large, dark green leaves that start to appear in mid spring, at about the same time as the huge, deep rose-pink or white, goblet-shaped flowers. This is a good magnolia for smaller gardens, as it remains a shapely shrub for many years, and even when it is mature, is a manageable small tree. Garden care: Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in midsummer. The best time to plant is in April, adding plenty of peat to the planting hole, in a sheltered spot. Mulch in spring with manure and leafmould, especially on dry soils.

Felco Multi Purpose Secateur Model No.13 (FM13)

Felco Multi Purpose Secateur Model No.13 (FM13) £64.99
This model is larger than the other Felco Pruner models which can be used as a mini lopper providing a multi-purpose approach to cutting and pruning. It features an extra-long lower handle for greater leverage. Cutting requires 25% less effort. The longer handle allow you to use two hands if necessary for cutting larger branches. A right handed pruner 101/2″ in length. It has all the standard Felco features. Size: Length 27cm. Self-servicing key: To set blade adjustment mechanism