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Price reductions at Crocus

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Reduced price on items today at Crocus

viburnum
viburnum was £39.99 now £34.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: MayFlower colour: whiteOther features: red fruits, in autumn, which can cause a mild stomach ache if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyDomed clusters of fragrant, white flowers opening from pink buds in May and broadly heart-shaped, dark green leaves, turning red in autumn. This deciduous, spring-flowering viburnum is perfect for partly shady areas of the garden. To fully appreciate the splendid scent chose a site close to an entrance or path.Garden care: Requires minimal pruning. Where necessary remove any misplaced or diseased branches in mid-summer after flowering.

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New products at Crocus

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

New lines today at Crocus

rechargeable-candle-lights
rechargeable-candle-lights £19.99
Perfect for parties, dining outdoors, picnics and camping. Safe and easy to use with no flame, no smoke, no wax and no mess !Includes charger, 4 rechargeable LED flickering candlelights and 4 frosted glass tumblers.Up to 12 hours of light per charge. Simply recharge and re-use over and over again.

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New products at Crocus

Monday, March 8th, 2010

New products at Crocus

lemon
lemon £24.99
Half price was £49.99Position: full sun outside, or bright light in a conservatorySoil: moist but well-drained soil. John Innes No2 compost should be used when potting upRate of growth: averageFlowering period: April to SeptemberFlower colour: whiteOther features: exceptionally flavoured lemons and deliciously scented flowers. The plants are currently around 50cm tallHardiness: tender (needs winter protection) A remarkable, heavy-cropping, little tree with glossy, dark green leaves and smooth-skinned, bright golden fruit with exceptional flavour. It produces buds which open into deliciously fragrant white flowers throughout the summer. These are then followed by yellow lemons up to 15cm long. This clever variety is unique in that it keeps on producing flowers from spring to autumn, so it is possible to have flowers, small, un-ripened fruit as well as ready-to-pick lemons on the plant at the same time. One of the hardiest lemon trees available, it can be grown on a sunny patio in summer, but will need an unheated conservatory or greenhouse to over-winter.Garden care: In pots grow in soil-based compost in full sun. Feed every two weeks in the growing season with a special citrus fertiliser. Pot on or top-dress plants in late winter. Move outside after the risk of frost has passed to a sunny, sheltered patio.

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New products at Crocus

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

New lines today at Crocus

bosmere-ride-on-mower-cover-g365
bosmere-ride-on-mower-cover-g365 £14.99
A specially shaped Ride on Mower Cover. The cover is made, with non-rot thread, out of woven coated Polyethylene, which has been UV stabilised in both the weave and coating of the fabric for longer life. There are two ventilation holes to help reduce condensation in the top of the cover, also it has eyelets round the base and a securing cord included.Please Note: Mower not included

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New products at Crocus

Saturday, March 6th, 2010

Crocus has these new items today

coolaroo-3.0m-triangle-party-shade-sail
coolaroo-3.0m-triangle-party-shade-sail £29.99
Coolaroo Party Sails are ideal for adding some colour and flair to your next barbecue, picnic, games room, or birthday party. They are also great for use indoors in children’s play areas, or bedrooms.Size: 3m x 3m x 3mFeaturesMade using Coolaroo’s famous polyester-weave fabric It blocks upto 90% of the sun’s dangerous UV rays Colourfast so will not rot, mildew, shrink, fray or tear Easily fixed using existing structures or attached to timber or steel polesCan be cleaned with mild detergent and water Fabric also ‘breathes’ to allow cooling air circulationThe Sails are light shower resistant but not waterproof as there is small gaps in the fabric that are designed to disperse heat upwards. Remains totally unaffected by moisture and natural temperature extremes Available in three colours: clockwise from top left -(swatch being updated) 1-year guaranteeHow To Install your Coolaroo Party Sail Party sails are intended for temporary use only oustside , but can be easily fixed from existing structures or attached to correctly installed steel or timber poles. All sails come complete with a grommet in each corner, along with snare lines to tie them up.

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New products at Crocus

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

New item today at Crocus

nemasys-grow-your-own
nemasys-grow-your-own £4.99
Nemasys is dedicated to pest control using natural, environmentally friendly nematodes to kill garden pests including slugs, vine weevils, chafer grubs, carrot root fly, cabbage root fly, leatherjackets, cutworms, onion fly, sciarid fly, caterpillars, gooseberry sawfly, thrips, and codling moth. They also get rid of ants. It treats 60m2.Nemasys is easy and effective as well as safe for children, pets, wildlife, birds and bees.

New products at Crocus

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

New items today at Crocus

rose Charles de Mills (gallica)
rose Charles de Mills (gallica) £11.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: JulyFlower colour: magenta-pinkOther features: excellent cut-flowers; almost thorn-less stemsHardiness: fully hardyOpulent, fully double, fragrant, magenta-pink flowers with closely packed petals in July and mid-green leaves. This gorgeous, old, Gallica rose is ideal for a mixed or shrub border or grown as an informal, flowering hedge. Upright and arching in habit, it performs best in fertile, moist, but well-drained soil in full sun.Garden care: Before planting shorten thick roots to 25cm (10in) and reduce top-growth to an outward-facing bud 8-15cm (3-6in) above ground-level. Plant during a frost-free spell, incorporating well-rotted organic matter and a balanced fertiliser into the planting hole. Ensure that the ‘bud union’ (the bulge at the base of the shoots) is 2.5cm (1in) below the soil.All our roses are field grown. In October/November they are dug up and potted. However, they will not produce any new roots until spring, so don’t be surprised if the compost falls away from the roots when winter planting. Some suppliers send out ‘bare root’ plants unpotted, but we don’t as it is easier to manage them on the nursery in pots.

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New products at Crocus

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

New products today at Crocus

Bougainvillea Temple Fire
Bougainvillea Temple Fire £24.99
save £10.00 was £34.99Position: in summer move it outside where it gets lots of sun, then move it to a bright, heated conservatory in winterSoil: loam-based potting compostRate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Flower colour: firey-orangeHardiness: tender (needs winter protection)Brightly coloured, orange-red flower bracts create a riot of colour that will usually last for several weeks, before they fade to pink and then fall from the plant. Often these appear in waves throughout the year, so it is possible to have an extended period of interest. This is a compact form, that is well suited to pots and containers, making it ideal for conservatories or a sunny patio. It must however be moved to a frost-free spot, such as a conservatory or temperate greenhouse in autumn to protect it during winter. The bronze-tipped foliage contrasts well with the flowers and will remain evergreen as long as the temperatures don’t drop below 2C.This plant is a bush and comes in a 3 litre pot and will be aproximately 25cm tall.Garden care: Bougainvilleas are long-lived, and can last for over 50 years if given the correct care. They much prefer a heated conservatory and tend to go dormant at around 10°C, at which point they will lose all their leaves and flowers. Temperatures below this can be fatal. Once dormant, keep them on the dry side until they come back into growth. When they are growing well, feed weekly with a balanced liquid fertiliser and lightly prune to keep the plant bushy. Water moderately during the growing season, and re-pot or top-dress in spring.

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New products at Crocus

Monday, March 1st, 2010

New item today at Crocus

tree peony / tree paeony
tree peony / tree paeony £19.99
Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moisture-retentive yet well-drainedRate of growth: averageFlowering period: April to JuneHardiness: fully hardyPrized for their blowsy, glamorous blooms and glossy, deeply cut foliage, peonies are held in deep affection by many gardeners, despite their short flowering season and vulnerability to peony wilt in damp weather. It’s easy to see why. The young leaves of this tree or shrub peony are flushed burgundy and in late spring, lustrous, single, maroon flowers appear among the handsome dark green foliage. This magnificent tree peony is ideal for a sunny border, planted among shrubs that flower later in the summer. Plant spring bulbs around the base to prolong the season of interest. Garden care: Protect from cold winds and early morning sun. Support the branches of young trees with canes. In early spring apply a top-dressing of a balanced, slow-release fertiliser around the base of the plant and mulch well with well-rotted compost or manure. If the plant shows signs of collapse or the leaves become spotty, this may be a symptom of peony botrytis. Remove affected leaves immediately. In the autumn, cut off all the foliage and dispose of it to prevent reinfection the following spring. The older stems of tree peonies have a tendency to become brittle and snap, so cut these back to the ground in autumn every two or three years.

Price reductions at Crocus

Sunday, February 28th, 2010

Price cut on this product at Crocus

Tulip Sensation + Free Chocolates
Tulip Sensation + Free Chocolates was £29.99 now £28.99
Wildly popular and instantly recognisable, tulips have long been said to symbolise elegance and grace – so are perefct for mums. This is a vibrantly coloured bunch that puts a modern twist on a traditional favourite. She will also enjoy the free chocolates.What you get for your money7 stems yellow tulips 7 stems purple tulips 7 stems orange tulips 1 box of 12 chocolates