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New products at Van Meuwen

by Sarah - July 18th, 2015.
Filed under: Jersey Plants, New Products.

Van Meuwen just added loads of new items

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer - Twist & Shout' (Large Plant) - 2 hydrangea plants in 3 litre pots

Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Endless Summer – Twist & Shout’ (Large Plant) – 2 hydrangea plants in 3 litre pots £48.98
If you like a garden shrub which keeps on and on flowering, then this Hydrangea could well be the one for you! It is part of the ‘Endless Summer’ range, with flowers that bloom constantly from May right through to September. Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Endless Summer - Twist & Shout’ has pretty lacecap flowers in either pink or blue, depending on the pH of your garden soil. The flowers and red stems make a strong contrast against dark green foliage. Height and spread: 150cm (5’).

Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Atropurpurea Nana' (Large Plant) - 2 berberis plants in 7.5 litre pots

Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea ‘Atropurpurea Nana’ (Large Plant) – 2 berberis plants in 7.5 litre pots £39.98
Dwarf deciduous Berberis ‘Atropurpurea Nana’ will bring a colourful start to the season with red tinted purple foliage and yellow flowers that encourage pollinating insects to visit. The flowers are followed by plump berries to attract birds and then autumn sees the leaves turn vivid scarlet. Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea ‘Atropurpurea Nana’ is hardy and prefers a well drained soil. As the plant has a compact, neat form it can be used to create an interesting low hedge. Height and spread: 100cm (40").

Fragrant Bulb Collection - 50 bulbs

Fragrant Bulb Collection – 50 bulbs £39.98
Beautiful spring blossom with intoxicating fragrance, perfect for patio containers and garden borders too!Collection includes:Snowdrop (galanthus elwesii) - (10 bulbs) - with guaranteed flowering size bulbs and some of the largest snowdrop blooms you’ll find! Awarded the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit.Hyacinth Breeder’s Selection - (10 bulbs) - a unique collection of supreme hyacinths, specially selected by the breeder. Shorter compact habit with focus on a powerful fragrance.Daffodil Aromatic Duo - (15 bulbs) - a special blend which contains gorgeously scented daffodils Yellow cheerfulness and Pheasants Eye. A mix of the prettiest colours in double blooms.Tulip Fragrant mix - (15 bulbs) - a brilliant rainbow of colours for show-stopping display all spring! Tulips are like jewels in the garden and these have a sweet aroma too. Includes the beautifully, elegant Tulip Angelique which has the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit.Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Little Devil' (Large Plant) - 2 physocarpus plants in 3.5 litre pots

Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Little Devil’ (Large Plant) – 2 physocarpus plants in 3.5 litre pots £34.98
This dwarf Ninebark has highly intricate and attractive leaves and flowers. New leaves of Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Little Devil’ emerge bright red and then mature to deep burgundy by summer. Gorgeous clusters of small pink flowers bloom in June, and contrast wonderfully with the dark foliage. As late summer approaches they are replaced by attractive fruits. It is a very low maintenance plant, making it ideal for a garden where time for gardening is limited. Height and spread: 1.2m (4’).

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Amber Jubilee' (Large Plant) - 2 physocarpus plants in 3.5 litre pots

Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Amber Jubilee’ (Large Plant) – 2 physocarpus plants in 3.5 litre pots £34.98
This dwarf Ninebark has highly intricate and attractive leaves and flowers. New leaves of the Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Little Devil’ emerge bright red and then mature to deep burgundy by summer. Gorgeous clusters of small pink flowers bloom in June, and contrast wonderfully with the dark foliage. As late summer approaches they are replaced by attractive fruits. It is a very low maintenance plant, making it ideal for a garden where time for gardening is limited. Height and spread: 1.2m (4’).

Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Lime' (Large Plant) - 2 hydrangea plants in 3 litre pots

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Little Lime’ (Large Plant) – 2 hydrangea plants in 3 litre pots £30.98
This compact Hydrangea is an impressive plant for a small garden, making an impact in late summer with its lime green blooms which gradually fade through creamy white into a gentle shade of pink. It takes centre stage again in autumn when the leaves change to glorious hues of red and orange. What’s more, Hydrangea paniculata ‘Little Lime’ copes well even in challenging a north-facing position. Height and spread: 150cm (60").

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Black Tower' (Large Plant) - 2 sambucus plants in 3.5 litre pots

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla ‘Black Tower’ (Large Plant) – 2 sambucus plants in 3.5 litre pots £30.98
This ornamental Elder is a superb shrub for small and medium sized gardens. Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla ‘Black Tower’ is dense and compact, with an upright column like habit, making it ideal for smaller garden borders, or as a stand alone specimen. Its leaves emerge green in colour, then change to deep burgundy. In summer the bush is covered in clusters of small pink flowers carried in large panicles. Dark glossy berries grow in late summer and provide a great food source for garden birds in autumn. Height: 2.5m (8’). Spread: 1.2m (4’).

Magnolia 'Susan' (Large Plant) - 2 magnolia plants in 3.5 litre pots

Magnolia ‘Susan’ (Large Plant) – 2 magnolia plants in 3.5 litre pots £29.98
Magnolia ‘Susan’ creates a wonderful show in spring and is perfect for a smaller garden or even a large container as it reaches only 4m in height and has a neat, upright habit. Its deep purple-red buds open into loose, goblet shaped flowers with a bit of a twist on the petals, giving this a slightly wilder appearance than other Magnolias. This deciduous Magnolia has a good fragrance and prefers acid soil. Height: 4m (12’). Spread: 3m (10’).

Magnolia x soulangeana 'Alba Superba' (Large Plant) - 2 magnolia plants in 3.5 litre pots

Magnolia x soulangeana ‘Alba Superba’ (Large Plant) – 2 magnolia plants in 3.5 litre pots £29.98
With large, fragrant, pure white flowers on bare branches, Magnolia x soulangeana ‘Alba Superba’ is a magnificent spectacle in spring. It is often grown in front gardens where, for a few weeks is a delight to all the neighbours, but it is also striking in a woodland, set against a leafy background of other trees and shrubs. Goblet shaped buds flushed with purple-red emerge at the same time as the young leaves. This Magnolia has a shapely upright form. Height: 7m (22’). Spread: 5m (15’).