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Price reductions at Crocus

Wednesday, April 15th, 2015

Crocus has cut the price of these items

Daphne 'Perfume Princess' (PBR) (daphne)

Daphne ‘Perfume Princess’ (PBR) (daphne) was £19.99 now £9.99
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.

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New products at Crocus

Wednesday, April 15th, 2015

New products added today at Crocus

Buddleja davidii Peacock  ('Peakeep') (PBR) (butterfly bush)

Buddleja davidii Peacock (‘Peakeep’) (PBR) (butterfly bush) £14.99
Position: full sun Soil: fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: July to October Hardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Prune back hard in March, removing all of the previous year’s growth to three or four buds.

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Price reductions at Crocus

Sunday, April 12th, 2015

Crocus reduced the price on this item today

Alcea 'Charter's double mixed' (40 plus 20 FREE large plug plants)

Alcea ‘Charter’s double mixed’ (40 plus 20 FREE large plug plants) was £17.99 now £12.99
Position: full sun Soil: moderately-fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: June to August Flower colour: whites, pinks and reds Other features: the flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and bees Hardiness: hardy annual or biennial This specially selected mix features frilly double flowers in in a range of vivid colours that flower throughout summer. They are super-tough and easy to grow. Grown in individual plug cells, each plant measures about 5 – 7cm tall (from the base of the root to the top of the plant). They are ideal for keen gardeners who have a greenhouse where the plants can be plants can be grown on until they are ready for planting out in the garden once all chance of frost has passed. Please note that as we grow these for especially for you, we need to take full payment when you place your order so as to reserve stock for you. See above for despatch dates for this particular plant. To ensure that your plants arrive in the best possible condition each pack will be despatched individually. Our Plug Plants – Four sizes are available – Click for information about sizes

New products at Crocus

Sunday, April 12th, 2015

Crocus has these new items today

Double sleeper bench

Double sleeper bench £109.99
This sleeper bench can be used individually in a quiet corner of the garden, as part of an original furniture set, or even connected to two planters to create a softer look. This bench has been manufactured from pressure treated wood designed to eliminate the need for annual re-treatment. This bench is supplied flat packed and is easily assembled. It also has a 15 year anti-rot guarantee. Measurements: Height: 45cm Width: 180cm Depth: 35cm

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New products at Crocus

Saturday, April 11th, 2015

Crocus has these new items today

Mini greenhouse

Mini greenhouse £249.99
This mini greenhouse is prefect for a small garden where space is at a premium. Complete with two internal shelves and enough space at the bottom for standard size grow bags, this is a great all rounder. Acrylic glazing throughout means that seedlings can be brought on from here happily. This bench is supplied flat packed for self assembly and has a 15 year anti-rot guarantee. Measurements: Height: 144cm Width: 120cm Depth: 61cm

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Price reductions at Crocus

Friday, April 10th, 2015

Crocus has cut the price of these products

The Greenhouse Collection (vegetable plug plant collection)

The Greenhouse Collection (vegetable plug plant collection) was £34.99 now £32.99
Position: full sun Soil: humus-rich, moisture retentive soil Rate of growth: fast Hardiness: tender Greenhouses are great for extending the growing season as you have a degree of control over the environment. Warmer air and soil temperatures mean that you can start crops of earlier and still be enjoying the harvest when those plants left outside have long passed it. All the plants that make up this collection will thrive in the warmer conditions inside a greenhouse. Suitable for growing in big pots and growbags in an average sized greenhouse. The collection contains the following seasonal selection – 2 x tomato ‘Gardeners Delight’ – an easy to grow, cherry tomato with exceptionally flavoured, bright red fruits. 2 x tomato ‘Golden Sunrise’ – Producing medium sized well shaped golden yellow tomatoes adding a splash of colour for summer salads. 2 x tomato ‘Super Marmande’ A great tomato for salads or for cooking. A large juicy beafsteak tomato with a rich juicy flavour. 2 x tomato ‘Garden Pearl’ This bushy compact tomato is ideal for pots and windowboxes, this heavy cropper produces tasty, sweet cherry tomatoes which are red flushed pink. 4 x sweet pepper (mixed red & green) – these plants are incredibly versatile and are ideal for salads or stir fries. You will receive 2 green & 2 red varieties. ‘Californian Wonder’ – beautiful bell shaped green fruits with a very sweet crisp taste. ‘Long Red Marconi’ – masses of long thin fruits are produced from this new Italian variety. They have a particularly mild sweet taste, ideal for salads and stir fry. 1 x cucumber ‘Marketmore’ A tasty straight fruiting slicing cucumber which has excellent resistance to powdery mildew. ideal for growing in pots and growbags. 1 x aubergine ‘Moneymaker’ – a vigorous variety with dark purple delicious tasting fruits. Great for a stir-fry. 5 x wild rocket Spice up your salads with this easy to grow herb. The younger leaves can be used for a more mild taste. 10 x lettuce (mixed) You will receive a selection of lettuce from the following tasty varieties. ‘Roselee – A vibrant red oakleaf with very good flavour and resistant to mildew ‘Pearl’ – a little gem lettuce with a delicious, sweet taste. ‘Sonya’ – Bright green firm heads, succulent with a delicious sweet taste. Great on its own or in a mixed sal

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New products at Crocus

Thursday, April 9th, 2015

Crocus has these new products today

Daphne 'Perfume Princess' (PBR) (daphne)

Daphne ‘Perfume Princess’ (PBR) (daphne) £19.99
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.

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Price reductions at Crocus

Wednesday, April 8th, 2015

Price reduction at Crocus

Heuchera  'Obsidian' (PBR) (coral bells)

Heuchera ‘Obsidian’ (PBR) (coral bells) was £8.99 now £7.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: fertile, moist or well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to July Flower colour: cream Other features: pest and disease resistant Hardiness: fully hardy Striking new evergreen variety of Heuchera with glossy jet black-maroon leaves darkening as the season progresses. Cream flowers appear in June-July providing a stunning contrast to the leaves. Ideal plant for the front of the border or for a beautiful display in terracotta pots. Garden care: Lift and divide large clumps in early autumn and replant with the crown just above the surface of the soil. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted organic matter around the crown of the plant in spring.

New products at Crocus

Wednesday, April 8th, 2015

New products today at Crocus

Ugni molinae 'Ka-Pow' (PBR) (Chilean guava)

Ugni molinae ‘Ka-Pow’ (PBR) (Chilean guava) £14.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moist but well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: May to June Hardiness: frost hardy (may need winter protection) Chilean Guava is an attractive evergreen shrub that will make an unusual addition to the kitchen garden. In spring the branches are laden with nodding, lightly scented pink flowers, which are followed by aromatic rounded fruits that have a pear-like texture and a deliciously sweet flavour. Garden care: Plant in a sheltered border and provide protection from cold winds in winter. In early spring remove dead or badly-placed branches.

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Price reductions at Crocus

Thursday, April 2nd, 2015

Crocus reduced the price on these products today

Oakleaf cardholder / place setting

Oakleaf cardholder / place setting was £7.99 now £6.99
This hand made Oakleaf cardholder is made from the highest quality lead free pewter and to the highest standards of craftsmanship. We believe it is a great gift and will look great on the Christmas table.

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