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New products at Van Meuwen

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

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Robinia (Standard) - 2 robinia plants in 3 litre pots

Robinia (Standard) – 2 robinia plants in 3 litre pots £49.98
Specially selected for its ‘mop head’ growth habit, this cultivar forms a ball of lush foliage on a clear stem. Pendants of fragrant white flowers followed by black seedpods adorn this attractive tree in summer. This hardy deciduous specimen is ideal for borders and large patio containers, and will even survive in poor, dry soils. Particularly effective when planted as an avenue along driveways or grown as a garden screen. Height supplied: 60cm (24"). Pot grown plant supplied.Useful links:How to plant trees and shrubs

Bumper Spring Bulb Collection - 425 mixed bulbs

Bumper Spring Bulb Collection – 425 mixed bulbs £49.95
This superb value for money collection of 425 spring bulbs will give you a wonderfully colourful display in your garden to mark the end of winter. This collection includes: Muscari armeniacum - 85 bulbsAllium Moly - 100 bulbsAnemone ‘St Brigid’ - 55 bulbsChionodoxa - 100 bulbsIxia Mixed - 85 bulbs

Azalea Pyramid Tree in Cachepot - 1 azalea tree in cachepot

Azalea Pyramid Tree in Cachepot – 1 azalea tree in cachepot £39.99
For something different this year, why not try a flowering Christmas tree? This double-flowered, shaped evergreen azalea is laden with buds ready to burst inro a colourful display. This ‘mini Christmas tree’ is sure to be a real talking point!One plant in a 17cm (7in) pot, supplied in bud. Average overall height 50-60cm (20-24in). Includes cachepot, which may vary.

Deutzia x kalmiiflora - 2 deutzia plants in 3 litre pots

Deutzia x kalmiiflora – 2 deutzia plants in 3 litre pots £24.98
Clusters of deep pink buds adorn the elegant arching branches of this deciduous shrub in late spring, opening to reveal pretty star-shaped blooms in the palest pink. From late spring to early summer Deutzia x kalmiiflora is simply smothered in flowers, which are highly attractive to bees, and by autumn the bright green foliage takes on attractive purple tones. Deutzia is a lovely compact and low-maintenance shrub for sunny or partly shaded borders. Height and spread: 1.5m (5’). Supplied in a 3 litre pot.Useful links:How to plant trees and shrubs

Agapanthus 'Sweet Surprise' (Large Plant) - 1 agapanthus plant in 3 litre pot

Agapanthus ‘Sweet Surprise’ (Large Plant) – 1 agapanthus plant in 3 litre pot £17.99
African Blue Lilies are an extremely durable variety, requiring little maintenance. Agapanthus ‘Sweet Surprise’ is a compact plant that produces umbels of pale blue flowers, which when fully open feature a wonderful ‘star’ with a unique navy stripe along the centre of each petal. These blooms are borne from late June to August on rigid, upright stems that ascend from clusters of linear, semi-evergreen foliage which makes perfect ground cover. Agapanthus ‘Sweet Surprise’ is an excellent cut flower choice, but is equally suited to brightening up patio containers and improving the front of perennial borders. Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 50cm (20").

Gazania 'Daybreak' (Garden ready) - 30 garden ready gazania plug plants

Gazania ‘Daybreak’ (Garden ready) – 30 garden ready gazania plug plants £14.99
Unique flowers with a beautifully contrasting darker stripe on every petal. The dazzling blooms of Gazania ‘Stars ‘n’ Stripes’ love to bathe in the heat of the sun; demurely closing their petals during cold or overcast periods. Free flowering and easy to grow, Gazanias are also tolerant of coastal conditions. Height and spread: 20cm (8"). Supplied as garden-ready plug plants: If you’ve fallen behind with your planting or if greenhouse space is limited, we can help you catch up with our garden-ready plug plants. These sturdy plants are larger than other plugs so they can be planted straight out in the garden provided that there are no forecasts of frost. Perfect for filling containers, baskets and borders without the need for growing on.

Deutzia x kalmiiflora - 1 deutzia plant in 3 litre pot

Deutzia x kalmiiflora – 1 deutzia plant in 3 litre pot £14.99
Clusters of deep pink buds adorn the elegant arching branches of this deciduous shrub in late spring, opening to reveal pretty star-shaped blooms in the palest pink. From late spring to early summer Deutzia x kalmiiflora is simply smothered in flowers, which are highly attractive to bees, and by autumn the bright green foliage takes on attractive purple tones. Deutzia is a lovely compact and low-maintenance shrub for sunny or partly shaded borders. Height and spread: 1.5m (5’). Supplied in a 3 litre pot.Useful links:How to plant trees and shrubs

Daffodil 'Rose of May Improved' - 10 daffodil bulbs

Daffodil ‘Rose of May Improved’ – 10 daffodil bulbs £14.99
Now with larger blooms and even stronger fragrance! Large buds open to reveal fully double, creamy white blooms resembling glorious Gardenias, with layer upon layer of petals. Their powerful scent will make you stop in your tracks. Grow them outdoors, or in containers on a bright windowsill inside. Also excellent as cut flowers with an outstanding vase life of up to 14 days. Height: 40cm (16"). Spread: 15cm (6"). Bulb size 12/14cm.Useful links:How to plant bulbs, corms and tubers Top ten tips for growing daffodils

Honeysuckle 'Firecracker' - 2 honeysuckle plants in 7cm pots

Honeysuckle ‘Firecracker’ – 2 honeysuckle plants in 7cm pots £14.98
This unique honeysuckle offers curious flower heads consisting of fiery red-orange blooms with yellow stamens, nestled within cup-shaped grey-green bracts. The unusual, rounded grey-green leaves create a striking effect from a distance and contrast superbly with the vibrant, early summer flowers, which are followed by red berries. A neat growth habit makes Honeysuckle ‘Firecracker’ an ideal addition to small spaces, grown up walls, fences or trellis. Hardy and easy-to grow, this Lonicera is not prone to mildew like other honeysuckle varieties. Height: 2m (6.5’). Spread: 1.5m (5’). Supplied in 7cm pots.