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The Best Hybrid Flowers and Gardens From Crocus
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Here are some of their great Hybrid products... - Artists' Rose - Rose Edgar Degas ® delstrisangA hybridised shrub rose that has been bred as a homage to the great painter, Degas. Semi-double, red striped with golden yellow and white flowers. This is a vigorous rose with beautiful foliage that is strong growing and disease resistant. The scent of the flowers is predominately hyacinth with undertones of blackcurrant and strawberry - delicious!Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: red striped with golden yellow and whiteHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Artists' Rose - Rose Grimaldi ® delstrorA hybridised shrub rose that pays homage to the painter, Grimaldi. Open cup, pinky white striped flowers that are grouped in clusters. A gorgeous rose that is perfect as a cut flower and smells sweetly of roses and lemons.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: pinky white stripedHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Artists' Rose - Rose Henri Matisse ® deltisseA hybridised shrub rose that pays homage to the Impressionist, Henri Matisse. Semi-double, white striped, red-rose coloured petals. The large flowers are extremely fragrant and floriforus. A classic fragrance, the blooms have a heady scent of roses and raspberries.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: white striped, red-rose flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Centifolia Hybrid Rose - Delicately scented, fully double, light pink flowers with slightly reflexed petals in June and July and glossy, dark green leaves. This award-winning, old-style shrub rose makes an excellent specimen plant for a mixed or shrub border. Upright and open in habit, it's best grown on a support in fertile, moist, but well-drained soil.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: June and JulyFlower colour: light pinkOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Alchemilla mollis, Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Hesperis matronalis, Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Allium sphaerocephalon, Clematis 'Etoile Violette'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 suprised 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.
- Climbing Hybrid Musk Rose - Large, single and highly scented flowers carried in huge trusses in summer. The attractive, white flowers open from pink buds and are followed by small red hips in autumn. A vigorous climbing rose that has bushy, glossy green foliage and is excellent for covering a house or garden wall as it can grow to 4.5m (15ft).Position: full sunSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: whiteHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Before planting shorten thick roots to 25cm (10in) and reduce top-growth to an outward-facing bud 20-30cm (8-12in) 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Climbing Hybrid Tea Rose - A profusion of fully double, apricot-tinted, salmon-pink flowers from July to September and dark green leaves. This repeat-flowering climbing rose looks lovely displayed against a sunny wall. Best on fertile, moist, well-drained soil, it produce several flushes of beautifully shaped blooms, renowned for their superior scent.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: apricot-tinted, salmon-pinkOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Alchemilla mollis, Pulmonaria officinalis White', Hesperis matronalis, Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Allium sphaerocephalon, Clematis 'Etoile Violette'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 suprised 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.
- Firethorn (syn. Pyracantha Saphyr Yellow) - Upright, later spreading, evergreen shrub with dark green leaves, spiny branches and bunches of small white flowers in late spring. These are followed by a profusion of bright yellow berries in autumn. It is for these showy berries that it is grown, providing colour in the garden when there is little else. It can be grown as a free-standing shrub, against a wall or as a hedge.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: any fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: MayFlower colour: pure whiteOther features: bright Yellow berriesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: When planting incorporate plenty of well-rotted organic matter in to the planting hole. Prune hedges in early to mid-summer. In early spring, trim out misplaced or crossing branches on free-standing shrubs. Tie in any shoots to extend the framework of wall shrubs, and shorten branches to about 2 or 3 leaves from the base after flowering to expose the berriesGoes well with: Corylus avellana 'Contorta', Euonymus alatus 'Compactus', Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire', Helleborus niger 'Potter's Wheel', Anemone x hybrida 'Luise Uhink'
- Firethorn - Sprays of creamy-white flowers in June followed by showy scarlet berries and lustrous, light-green leaves, maturing to grey-green. This particular variety of firethorn makes an excellent, low-growing, informal, flowering hedge. Best planted in fertile, well-drained soil, the spiny stems are a useful deterrent against unwanted intruders.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: June Flower colour: creamy-whiteOther features: the seeds of the fruit may cause a mild stomach upset if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: When planting incorporate plenty of well-rotted organic matter in the planting hole. Wearing stout gardening gloves and protective goggles prune hedges in early to mid-summer. In early spring, trim out misplaced or crossing branches on free-standing shrubs. Tie in any shoots to extend the framework of wall shrubs, and shorten branches to about 2 or 3 leaves from the base after flowering to expose the berriesGoes well with: Sarcococca confusa, Euonymus alatus 'Compactus', Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire', Helleborus niger 'Potter's Wheel', Anemone x hybrida 'Luise Uhink', Epimedium x perralchicum 'Frohnleiten'
- Gorse - Masses of golden-yellow flowers on prickly, arching grey-green branches in May and June and blue-green leaves. This compact, dome-shaped flowering shrub is ideal for a Mediterranean-style planting. The plant performs best on a sunny site with a poor to moderately fertile soil.Position: full sunSoil: light, poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: May and JuneFlower colour: yellowOther features: compact shrubHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: No regular pruning is required. Replace old straggly specimens with new plantsGoes well with: Verbascum thapsus 'Hagley Hybrid', Genista hispanica, Euphorbia characias subspecies wulfenii 'John Tomlinson', Eryngium variifolium, Echinops ritro, Agapanthus caulescens
- Hybrid Musk Rose - Hydrangea-like clusters of tiny, slightly scented, white-centred, light pink flowers from July to September and mid-green leaves. This charming shrub rose is one of the most reliable and free-flowering varieties currently available. Vigorous and hardy, it's an excellent specimen plant for a mixed or shrub border in sun or partial shade.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: light pinkOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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.Goes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis, Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'.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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Musk Rose - Large clusters of fragrant, double, pink-tinted, coppery-apricot flowers from June to September and dark-green leaves. This vigorous, repeat-flowering, shrub rose makes an excellent specimen plant or informal, flowering hedge for a fertile, moist but well-drained site. The fragrant blooms, renowned for their resistance to rain, make excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: pink-tinted, coppery-apricotOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Musk Rose - Large clusters of sweetly scented, double, apricot-yellow flushed light pink flowers from June to September and dark green leaves. This vigorous, shrub rose is renowned for its long flowering period and strong fragrance. One of the best Hybrid Musk roses, it makes an excellent specimen plant or informal, flowering hedge for an open, sunny site.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: June to SeptemberFlower colour: apricot-yellow flushed, light pink flowersOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Musk Rose - Large trusses of fully double, lightly fragrant, apricot-yellow to ivory flowers from July to September and dark green leaves. This sturdy, repeat-flowering shrub rose is perfect for a sunny mixed or shrub border. To fully appreciate the gorgeous, tea rose-scent chose a site close to an entrance or path with fertile, moist, well-drained soil.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: apricot-yellow to ivoryOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Perpetual Rose - One of the finest striped roses, producing full, pink flowers that are clearly striped with crimson and purple. A good repeat, double flowering rose, with a bushy habit and rich fragrance.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil, including clayRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: June and OctoberFlower colour: pink, striped with crimson and purpleOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilAll 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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Fantastic, fully double, lightly scented, dark red flowers from July to September and masses of dull, dark green leaves. This vigorous, upright, large-flowered bush rose is perfect for a sunny border with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Offering good resistance to disease, its straight, stiff stems and well-formed blooms make excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: dark redOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Flamboyant, fully double, fragrant, cherry-red flowers from July to September and mid-green leaves. This vigorous, large-flowered bush rose looks great in an open, sunny site under-planted with early flowering perennials and bulbs. To encourage a second or third flush of flowers remember to remove the faded blooms, cutting back to a healthy bud.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: cherry-redOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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.Goes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'.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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Fragrant, fully double, coppery-pink flowers with wavy-margined petals from July to September and sparse, dark-green leaves. This free-flowering bush rose is perfect for an open, sunny border with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Offering good resistance to disease and rain, the beautiful blooms make excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: coppery-pinkOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Fragrant, fully double, pink-flushed, primrose-yellow flowers from July to September and glossy, dark green leaves. This popular, large-flowered bush rose is perfect towards the back of a sunny border with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. The enormous blooms remain beautiful until they're fully blown and make excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: pink-flushed, primrose-yellowOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Fully double, deep crimson flowers with an attractive spicy fragrance from July to September and masses of dark green leaves. This repeat-flowering, disease-resistant bush rose is perfect for a sunny border with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. One of the best dark-red roses, the handsome, high-centred blooms on long stems make excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: deep crimsonOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Alchemilla mollis, Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Hesperis matronalis, Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Allium sphaerocephalon, Clematis 'Etoile Violette'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Large, fragrant, ivory-white flowers from July to September and glossy, bronze-tinted, dark green leaves. This elegant, upright, repeat-flowering bush rose has an attractive, spicy scent, reminiscent of cinnamon. Perfect for a sunny border with fertile, moist, well-drained soil, it is relatively disease-resistant and makes excellent, scented cut-flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Flower colour: ivory-whiteHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Before planting shorten thick roots to 25cm (10in) and reduce top-growth to an outward-facing bud 20-30cm (8-12in) 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Masses of extremely fragrant, double, coral-pink flowers from July to September and lustrous, dark green leaves. This vigorous, award-winning, large-flowered bush rose is perfect for the middle of a sunny border with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. It offers good disease-resistance and the beautiful, high-centred blooms stand up well to wind and rain.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: coral-pinkOther Features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Masses of fully double, slightly fragrant, rose-pink flowers on long stems from July to September and large, dark green leaves. A mass planting of this tall, repeat-flowering, bush rose makes a great informal hedge for an open, sunny site. One of our recommended plants, it's more disease-resistant than other varieties and makes excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: rose-pinkOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum 'Roseum', Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Alchemilla mollis, Rosa 'Congratulations', Rosa 'Silver Jubilee'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 suprised 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.
- Hybrid Tea Rose - Subtly scented, double, ruby-red flowers from July to September and masses of glossy, dark green leaves. This vigorous, repeat-flowering bush rose is perfect for the front of a sunny border with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. An excellent gift for a 40th wedding anniversary, the beautifully shaped blooms on stiff stems make excellent cut-flowers.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July to SeptemberFlower colour: ruby-redOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden 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 soilGoes well with: Alchemilla mollis, Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White', Hesperis matronalis, Chionodoxa luciliae Gigantea Group, Allium sphaerocephalon, Clematis 'Etoile Violette'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 suprised 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.
- Mexican Orange Blossom - Highly fragrant, pink-tinged, white flowers in late spring and handsome, glossy, dark green leaves. This compact, rounded, evergreen shrub is an ideal garden staple for a protected border in sun or part shade. Although fully hardy the leaves may be damaged by exposure to strong winds or frost.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: April to May and August to SeptemberFlower colour: whiteHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Prune established plants in spring immediately after flowering, removing 25-30cm (10-12in) of the flowered stems. This encourages a second flush of flowers in late-summer and autumn. At the same time remove any frost-damaged stems to the baseGoes well with: Anemone x hybrida, Crocosmia 'Lucifer', Cotinus coggygria 'Purpureus', Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon', Deutzia x magnifica, Artemisia 'Powis Castle'
- Mullein - Statuesque spires of saucer-shaped, soft yellow flowers from May to August above rosettes of grey-green leaves. This delicate pale yellow verbascum is perfect for a sunny border or cottage garden. The pale yellow flowers and grey-green foliage look excellent next to the thistle-like blue flowerheads of Echinops ritro. Thrives in poor, well-drained soil. Position: full sun Soil: poor, well-drained, alkaline soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to August Flower colour: soft yellow Hardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Mullein moth caterpillars can be a problem - pick off the insects in early June as soon as they appear. Remove faded flowerspikes. Apply a thick 5-7cm mulch around the base of the plant in early spring Goes well with: Eryngium variefolium, Gysophila paniculata 'Bristol Fairyý, Echinops ritro, Ceratostigma willmottianum, Agapanthus 'Bressingham Hybridsý, Perovskia 'Blue SpireýIt is worth keeping in mind that these plants are mainly biennial, so although they usually self-seed freely, the plant will only live for two yearsJanuary Sale Was £5.95 Now £3.95
- Pasque Flower - Deep to pale purple goblet-shaped blooms from March to May followed by clouds of billowing seedheads. Pasque flowers are often found growing on ancient earthworks or at the edges of Roman roads. One of the first signs of spring, they're perfect for a sunny rock garden or alpine house.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soil (or equal parts of a loam-based potting compost such as John Innes No1 and grit for container-grown specimens)Rate of growth: average Flowering period: March to May Flower colour: purpleOther features: finely divided, hairy, light green leaves; all parts of the plant may cause a mild stomach upset if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritationHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Plant very firmly in well-drained soil and take care when carrying out routine border maintenance since Pasque flowers resent having their roots disturbedGoes well with: Linum perenne 'Album', Armeria hybrida 'Bees Hybrids', Artemisia schmidtiana 'Nana', Pulmonaria saccharata, Viola 'Victoria Cawthorne', Iris reticulata
- Pasque Flower - These pure white Pasque flowers are ideal for illuminating the front of a sunny, well-drained rock garden or border. One of the first signs of spring, the goblet-shaped blooms are followed by clouds of billowing seed-heads. Take care when carrying out routine border maintenance since they resent any root disturbance.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soil (or equal parts of a loam-based potting compost such as John Innes No1 and grit for container-grown specimens)Rate of growth: average Flowering period: March to May Flower colour: pure whiteOther features: finely divided, hairy, light green leaves; all parts of the plant may cause a mild stomach upset if ingested; contact with the sap may cause skin irritationHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Plant very firmly in well-drained soil and take care when carrying out routine border maintenance since Pasque flowers resent having their roots disturbedGoes well with: Linum perenne 'Album', Armeria hybrida 'Bees Hybrids', Artemisia schmidtiana 'Nana', Pulmonaria saccharata, Viola 'Victoria Cawthorne', Iris reticulata
- Peach-leaved Bellflower - Clusters of delicate, light blue, cup-shaped flowers on slender stems in June and July and toothed, bright green leaves. These lovely, light-blue bellflowers make excellent cut-flowers. Ideal back-of-border plants for a mixed or herbaceous border, they prefer fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: June and JulyFlower colour: light blueOther features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Protect the tender foliage from slugs and deadhead regularly. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost around the base of the plant in spring. Stake with bamboo canes or brushwood in spring before the flowers appearGoes well with: Digitalis purpurea f. albiflora, Gysophila paniculata 'Bristol Fairy', Echinops ritro, Ceratostigma willmottianum, Agapanthus 'Bressingham Hybrids' , Perovskia 'Blue Spire'
- Peach-leaved Bellflower - Prominent, pure white, cup-shaped flowers on slender stems in June and July and toothed, bright-green leaves. This pure white, peach-leaved bellflower is perfect for brightening the back of a partly shady border. Earlier flowering than many other varieties, it works best on moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: June and JulyFlower colour: pure whiteOther features: toothed, bright-green leaves, retained all yearHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Protect the tender foliage from slugs and deadhead regularly. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost around the base of the plant in spring. Stake with bamboo canes or brushwood in spring before the flowers appearGoes well with: Digitalis purpurea f. albiflora, Gysophila paniculata 'Bristol Fairy', Echinops ritro, Ceratostigma willmottianum, Agapanthus 'Bressingham Hybrids' , Perovskia 'Blue Spire'
- Red-barked Dogwood - Small, creamy-white flowers in May and June and white-margined, grey-green leaves, which fall in autumn to reveal vivid red stems. This attractively variegated red-barked dogwood is an excellent specimen plant for damp areas of the garden. Best in full sun, it works particularly well with other orange or purple-stemmed varieties of dogwood.Position: full sun to part shadeSoil: any moderately fertile soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: May and JuneFlower colour: creamy-whiteOther features: the flowers are followed by white, often blue-tinged fruit; the fruits may cause a mild stomach ache if ingestedHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: In March cut the stems back hard to within 5-7cm (2-3in) from the ground and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or horse manure around the base of the plantGoes well with: Lonicera fragrantissima, Galanthus nivalis, Anemone x hybrida, Myrtus communis, Crocus chryanthus 'Herald', Kerria japonicaJanuary Sale Was £6.45 Now £5.95
- Senecio - Cheerful, bright yellow, daisy-like flowers in June and July and oval, white-hairy leaves, becoming dark green with age. This popular, mound-forming, evergreen shrub makes an attractive groundcover plant for a sunny, well-drained site. It's particularly suitable for coastal gardens since it stands up well to strong winds and salt-laden air.Position: full sunSoil: well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: yellowHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Cut back lightly after flowering to maintain a compact, bushy habitGoes well with: Centranthus ruber 'Albus', Griselina littoralis, Armeria hybrida 'Bees Hybrids', Crambe maritima, Euphorbia mellifera, Olearia x haastii
- Weber 'Q' Gas Grill Barbecue - The first hybrid gas grill that can act as both a full-functioning garden grill and a portable gas grill. However you decide to use it, steaks will sizzle, salmon will sing, and neighbours everywhere will be green with envy. A 280 square-inch, porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grate lets you grill up to 10 king-size strip steaks or 15 burgers at the same time. A 7-inch tall capacity lid can cover a whole chicken or just about anything the size of a small watermelon. Its ready to use, out-of-the-box in less than five minutes - brilliant! (tank of propane required)Does NOT include the trolley which is optionalSize - exterior dimensions (with lid open) 63.5cm (25in) high x 80cm (31.5in) wide x 58.4cm (23in) deep - with tables folded in 130cm (51.1in) wide - with tables folded outFeatures includePush button igniter3.51KW/PH (12,000 BTU per hour input)Tubular Stainless steel burnerPorcelain enamelled cast iron cooking gratesVirtually factory-assembled (only a few bolts to fasten!)Cast aluminium lidLid colour - titanium2 durable worktops with built in tool holders5-year limited warrantyGas cylinder not includedWeber Q cards - a card deck of recipesMade in the U.S.AVinyl cover for 'Q'Tools for 'Q'Rolling trolley for 'Q'Duffle Bag for 'Q'
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