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Archive for the 'Crocus' Category
Saturday, April 30th, 2016
Crocus just added these new products
Walk-in grow arc £79.99
Simple push-fit assembly, no tools required Strong steel frame with a reinforced cover Protects plants and extends growing season Ideal for seed propagation and protecting young plants and vegetables, this spac ious arc will help you get growing season off to a flying start. Made with a powder-coated tubular steel frame and a tough polyethylene cover, th e arc makes a great alternative to a more costly greenhouse. The simple push-fit assembly makes it quick and easy to get up and running, and it’s lightweight enough to be moved around your garden or allotment as needed. A zip doorway allows easy access and air flow, while the roomy layout and high r oof give you plenty of space to tend to your plants in comfort. Metal eyelets near the base of the cover allow you to peg it firmly into the gro und, but for extra stability we would recommend weighing it down with bricks or similar, especially in exposed areas. At the end of the growing season, the arc can be easily disassembled and packed away to save space in your garden. Supplied with two-tier metal mesh shelving that sits across the frame to give pots and seed trays a secure, free-draining platform. (Please note: shelving only supplied for one side. Replacement covers are also available (sold separately). Measurements: H197cm x W127cm x D190cm
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Friday, April 29th, 2016
Price cut on this item at Crocus
Rhaphiolepis indica Springtime (‘Monme’) (Indian hawthorn) was £19.99 now £14.99
Position: full sun Soil: moist but well-drained, moderately-fertile, neutral to acid soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: April to July Flower colour: pink Other features: lustrous, evergreen foliage Hardiness: frost hardy (may need winter protection) The soft pink, star-shaped flowers, which have a light scent, appear in soft clusters above the lustrous, evergreen foliage, creating a very pretty effect in late spring or early summer. Grow this sun-loving shrub at the base of a south-facing wall where it has protection from cold, drying winds for best effect. Garden care: Incorporate lots of well-rotted organic matter into the planting hole when planting. After flowering lightly prune any shoots that spoil the symmetry of the plant.
Filed: Crocus, Price Reductions
Friday, April 29th, 2016
Crocus just added these new products
Oban bench with armrests £189.99
FSC-certified wood Strong and comfortable Robust and weather-resistant Pour a glass of something cool and relax on this three-seater Oban bench. The perfect way to enjoy your garden in the sunshine. The comfy woven rattan seat gives the bench a rustic artisanal feel, while the armrests and struts fitted to the legs make it extra strong and stable. As with all items in our Oban outdoor furniture range, the bench is produced from sustainably sourced acacia, a high-density wood known for its strength and durability. It has also been treated with a water-resistant weathered finish which looks great in the garden. A practical, comfortable bench that will last you for many seasons to come. This item will be delivered part-assembled.
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Thursday, April 28th, 2016
Reduced price on products today at Crocus
Clematis ‘Elizabeth’ (clematis (group 1)) was £12.99 now £9.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soil Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: May to June Flower colour: soft pink Other features: N/A Hardiness: fully hardy Sweetly scented, large, soft pink flowers with golden-yellow centres in May and June and purple-flushed, mid-green leaves. This fast-growing clematis is excellent for training over a pergola or covering an unsightly wall or fence in a north-facing site. Plant near an entrance or path where the delicate almond fragrance can be appreciated. Garden care: No routine pruning is necessary. If the spread of the climber needs to be restricted prune immediately after flowering, cutting back overlong shoots to healthy buds. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.
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Filed: Crocus, Price Reductions
Thursday, April 28th, 2016
New items today at Crocus
Dianthus cruentus (feld pink) £7.99
Position: full sun Soil: rich but well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to August Flower colour: reddish-pink Hardiness: fully hardy A lovely little alpine, which is a native of the Balkans. The tall upright flower stems bear clusters of pinky-red flowers in late spring and summer. These bob happily above the long, bluish-green, evergreen foliage. It is easy to grow and the bees and butterflies will love you for it. Garden care: Dianthus should be trimmed back lightly after flowering to promote new basal growth. Prune more closely in spring, as new shoots emerge to maintain a tidy shape. To maintain healthy growth, it is important to make sure the plants are protected from excessive winter wet.
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Sunday, April 24th, 2016
Crocus has this new item today
Salix caprea ‘Kilmarnock’ (Kilmarnock willow mini stem standard) £14.99
Position: full sun Soil: any deep, moist but well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: April to May Flower colour: golden male catkins Other features: umbrella-shaped, deciduous tree Hardiness: fully hardy A dwarf, weeping tree with dark green leaves with grey- green undersides. In mid- to late spring, the bare branches are covered in golden male catkins which emerge from soft silvery furry buds. Makes a superb addition to winter cut-flower arrangements. An ideal tree for the small garden, these mini standards will also look good planted in a pot on the patio. They have a clear stem approximately 40cm tall. Garden care: 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.
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Saturday, April 23rd, 2016
Price reduction at Crocus
Daphne ‘Perfume Princess’ (PBR) (daphne) was £24.99 now £14.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained, humus-rich soil Rate of growth: average to fast Flowering period: January to March Hardiness: borderline hardy (may need winter protection) This great new hybrid has larger flowers than many of its contemporaries, and their scent is divine! They form in clusters in the leaf axils along the length of the stems, so when in bloom they really put on a great show, and if a stem is cut for the vase, it will fill the room with their perfume. Mainly evergreen the leaves are lustrous and dark green, so will add structure and form all throught the year. Its perfect for a partially shady border, or a woodland garden. Garden care: Keep pruning to a minimum since the plant is susceptible to die-back. Where necessary after flowering, lightly trim to remove misplaced branches and maintain a compact habit.
Filed: Crocus, Price Reductions
Friday, April 22nd, 2016
Crocus has cut the price of these lines
Magnolia ‘Susan’ (magnolia) was £24.99 now £14.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moist, well-drained, acidic soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: April to June Hardiness: fully hardy A bushy, upright shrub with large mid-green leaves. From mid spring to midsummer, narrow goblet-shaped, fragrant flowers emerge from slender, dark burgundy buds. These open to slightly twisted petals which are burgundy on the outside and paler on the inside. A glorious deciduous magnolia that makes a lovely specimen for a small garden with acidic soil. Garden care: Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in midsumer. Plant in a sheltered spot, adding plenty of peat to the planting hole. Mulch in spring with manure and leafmould, especially on dry soils.
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Filed: Crocus, Price Reductions
Wednesday, April 20th, 2016
Crocus has these new items today
Aluminium lidded cloche £99.99
By placing this glass and aluminum cloche over your plants you can protect them from excessive cold, or help get them off to an earlier start in spring. The ringed lid lifts off easily and can be placed on the base, virtually creating a sealed unit, or swivelled around on milder days to allow better airflow. Dimensions: Height – 50cm Diameter – 50cm
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Sunday, April 17th, 2016
New item at Crocus
Blechnum penna-marina (alpine water fern) £7.99
Position: partial or deep shade Soil: moist, humus-rich, acid soil Rate of growth: average Hardiness: fully hardy Spreading to form a carpet of slender fronds, which when they first emerge have a bronze-red flush, this shade-loving evergreen fern looks great on the woodland floor. Plant it where it can settle in undisturbed and then become colonised with other shade-lovers. Garden care: Incorporate lots of well-rotted leaf mould or garden compost into the planting hole. Keep well watered during the growing season.
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