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New products at Van Meuwen

by Sarah - March 25th, 2016.
Filed under: Jersey Plants, New Products.

Van Meuwen just added these new items

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer - The Original' (Large Plant) - 1 hydrangea plant in 3 litre pot

Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Endless Summer – The Original’ (Large Plant) – 1 hydrangea plant in 3 litre pot £26.99
The first Hydrangea in the ‘Endless Summer’ series, Hydrangea ‘The Original’ was ground-breaking in its ability to flower on old and new wood, giving an exceptional bloom period from May through to September! As with most Hydrangea macrophyllas, this variety changes colour depending on your soil pH, ranging from forget-me-not blue through shades of delightful purple and pink. Compact and sturdy, Hydrangea ‘The Original’ is perfect for patio containers or as a focal point in mixed borders and woodland gardens. Hydrangea flowers are also excellent for cutting, lasting well in a vase. Height: 1.2m (4’). Spread: 1.5m (5’). 

Lilac 'Palibin' (Large Plant) - 1 lilac plant in 3.5 litre pot

Lilac ‘Palibin’ (Large Plant) – 1 lilac plant in 3.5 litre pot £18.99
Clusters of red buds open to reveal a mass of exquisitely perfumed lavender-pink flowers in May and June. Compact and slow growing, this pretty dwarf lilac is perfectly suited to borders and patio containers. Grow Lilac ‘Palibin’ next to a well used doorway or window to fully appreciate its fragrance.Height and spread: 1.5m (5’).,Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers.

Trachelospermum jasminoides (Large Plant) - 1 jasmine plant in 3 litre pot

Trachelospermum jasminoides (Large Plant) – 1 jasmine plant in 3 litre pot £17.99
Create a little corner of Tuscany in your garden with this elegant Star Jasmine. The highly fragrant, star shaped flowers of Trachelospermum jasminoides are a joy to the senses! Set against a foil of evergreen foliage, this understated climber makes a stunning garden feature from midsummer onwards, covering fences, archways, and pergolas with it twining stems. Height: 9m (29’). Spread: 3m (9’).

Lonicera 'Honeybelle' (Large Plant) - 1 lonicera plant in 3.5 litre pot

Lonicera ‘Honeybelle’ (Large Plant) – 1 lonicera plant in 3.5 litre pot £14.99
Lonicera ‘Honeybelle’ is a lovely climber with rich apricot-yellow flowers and a gentle fragrance. It continues flowering right through the summer from late June until early autumn when the flowers are followed by a few glossy red berries. The strongly-coloured flowers of this Scarlet Trumpet Honeysuckle look great trailing over an arbour or pergola, or against a trellis. This is a particularly hardy cultivar of Lonicera x brownii. Height: 4m (12’). Spread: 2m (6’).

Rose 'White Fairy' (Polyantha) (Large Plant) - 1 rose plant in 3.5 litre pot

Rose ‘White Fairy’ (Polyantha) (Large Plant) – 1 rose plant in 3.5 litre pot £13.99
Heavily layered, old fashioned blooms are produced on well branched plants in summer. Rose ‘White Fairy’ is a paler version of the well known Polyantha variety Rose ‘The Fairy’. The elegant blooms stand out nicely from its dark, glossy foliage, and make lovely cut flowers. A delightful addition to sunny borders and rose gardens. Height: 75cm (30"). Spread: 100cm (39").,Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for more details about edible flowers.

Photinia 'Corallina' (Large Plant) - 1 plant in 3.5 litre pot

Photinia ‘Corallina’ (Large Plant) – 1 plant in 3.5 litre pot £13.99
If you are after a red leafed shrub, then Photinia ‘Corallina’ could be the ideal plant for your garden. It is evergreen with all year round colour. New leaves in spring are bright red and as they mature turn to rich shades of burgundy. White flower clusters on the plant that bloom later, contrast brilliantly with the foliage. Stransvaesia is a very easy shrub to look after, and can be used as a low lying hedge in the front garden, or grown in a patio pot for decking and paved areas. Height: 1.5m (5’). Spread: 1m (3’).

Thuja occidentalis 'Mirjam' (Large Plant) - 1 thuja plant in 3 litre pot

Thuja occidentalis ‘Mirjam’ (Large Plant) – 1 thuja plant in 3 litre pot £13.99
Thuja occidentalis ‘Mirjam’ is a dwarf conifer, forming a neat globe that adds structure to the garden all year round. Its golden foliage takes on shades of burnt orange, bronze and green during the winter months when there is little other colour in the garden. This compact evergreen is a lovely specimen for the rockery or patio containers, and requires no maintenance. Height and spread: 90cm (36").

Nandina domestica 'Filamentosa' (Large Plant) - 1 plant in 3.5 litre pot

Nandina domestica ‘Filamentosa’ (Large Plant) – 1 plant in 3.5 litre pot £13.99
A Far Eastern shrub of immense beauty and elegance, Nandina domestica ‘Filamentosa’ spoils the senses in the best possible way. Ideal for borders and large containers alike, it has the stature and habit of Bamboo. The purple tinted foliage of this variety is particularly fine and delicate giving a wonderfully airy appearance. A generous display of vibrant red berries make this specimen shrub a real treat fort the eyes during autumn. Perfect for bringing long lasting colour to a prominent border or large patio container. Height: 2m (78"). Spread: 1.5m (59").

Leucothoe 'Scarletta' (Large Plant) - 1 plant in 3.5 litre pot

Leucothoe ‘Scarletta’ (Large Plant) – 1 plant in 3.5 litre pot £13.99
There are few more decorative ground-cover shrubs than Leucothoe ‘Scarletta’. It’s a richly coloured evergreen shrub with leaves, which start life as rich burgundy, evolving into a lovely green. As autumn arrives they change again into a mature bronze. Leucothoe ‘Scarletta’ thrives in deep or partial shade. In full sun, it develops an almost metallic sheen.Leucothoe can look deceptively exotic, but they’re easy to grow. The plants are hardy and perfect for acid-soiled shady borders. These lovely shrubs combine beautifully with other evergreens, particularly golden leaved varieties, such as Euonymus. Where the soil is not naturally acidic, you can grow Leucothoe easily in patio containers using an ericaceous compost mix. Height: 1.5m (4′.9"). Spread: 2m (6′.5")