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A flat-leaved form of this popular herb which has a stronger flavour than the curled-leaf variety. Used mainly as a culinary flavouring or as a garnish. Ideal for planting in mixed containers or in hanging baskets.Height: 30cm Plant: 45cm apartPosition: Fertile, consistently moist soil in full sunWater: Water well in dry weatherFeed: Weekly when in flowerKindly note; tender plants must be protected from the frost.
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An easay to grow culinary herb that can be used ina number of ways. This particular variety gives off a strong aroma of peppermint when the leaves are crushed. Makes a superb display in hanging baskets.Height: 30cm Plant: 30cm apartPosition: Fertile, consistently moist soil in full sun or partial shadeWater: Water well in dry weatherFeed: Weekly during the seasonKindly note; tender plants must be protected from the frost.
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An easy grow culinary herb that can be used in a number of ways. This variety has a high menthol content and is great for a strong aromatic tea. Makes a superb display in hanging baskets. Height: 50cm Plant: 50cm apartPosition: Fertile, consistently moist soil in full sun or partial shadeWater: Water well in dry weatherFeed: Weekly when in flowerKindly note; tender plants must be protected from the frost.
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Grows beautifully into a fine aromatic hedge, bedecked in summer with pretty blue flowers. Excellent when it comes to attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects.Prefers a warm, well drained sunny position.Sold in a 1 litre pot.Web Orders: Due to the nature of this product we are unable to send by post or courier.We deliver to locally, we also offer a click and collect service.
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A myriad of relatively large, showy, intense coral red flowers are held in well-branched panicles and persist for 4-8 weeks beginning in late spring. They have a subtle, sweet fragrance and make a bold statement in the garden. They even attract butterflies! Removing spent flower stalks will extend the bloom time. This selection has green leaves and a compact mounding growth habit.Sold in a 11cm pot.
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Fabulous marbled foliage almost all year round the is especially bright in late spring. Cream coloured flowers in early summer are a bonus. Versatile in sun or shade and quite drought tolerant once established. Hardy and perennial.Height x Spread: 30cm (12") x 30cm (12") in 5 years.Sun or part shade in fertile, moist but well-drained soil or potting compost. Plant at same depth as pot and gently firm and surrounding soil. Tubs plants will need watering regularly, especially if dry and windy. Border plants need regular watering until established. Feeding is only necessary in spring and summer.Sold in a 11cm pot.Web Orders: Due to the nature of this product we are unable to send by post or courier.We deliver to locally, we also offer a click and collect service.
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Fabulous dark purple, crinkled foliage almost all year round that is especially rich in late spring. Cream coloured flowers in early summer are a bonus. Versatile in sun or shade and quite drought tolerant once estabilished. Hardy and perennial.Height and Spread: 30cm (12") x 30cm (12") over 5 yearsSun or part shade in fertile, moist but well-drained soil or potting compost. Plant at same depth as pot and gently firm and surrounding soil. Tubs plants will need watering regularly, especially if dry and windy. Border plants need regular watering until established. Feeding is only necessary in spring and summer.Sold in a 11cm pot.
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Usually Bearing evergreen crimson purple leaves with a satin sheen, this plant provides suburb ground cover. Despite its looks it is fully hardy and displays dainty sprays of tiny white flowers on slender upright stems from early summer. Perfect in patio planters, garden beds and border. Very effective colour all year round.Sun or part shade in fertile, moist but well-drained soil or potting compost. Plant at same depth as pot and gently firm and surrounding soil. Tubs plants will need watering regularly, especially if dry and windy. Border plants need regular watering until established. Feeding is only necessary in spring and summer.Sold in a 11cm pot.Web Orders:Due to the nature of this product we are unable to send by post or courier.We deliver to locally, we also offer a click and collect service.
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'Great Expectations' is a hosta cultivar that features a 22-24 tall mound of large, variegated, oval, puckered, basal leaves with creamy white centers and wide, irregular, blue-green margins. Leaf centers emerge gold in spring before aging to creamy white. Foliage mound will typically spread to 30-33 wide.Hostas grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Sandy loam is better than clay because it provides more aeration for the roots. High-filtered or dappled sunlight is necessary for clean, healthy growth.Cut back to ground level and these will return year after year.Sold in a 2 litre pot.
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In the warmer months this tough hosta has huge, corrugated yellow-green leaves, and in July spikes of pale lilac flowers that appear. This plaintain lily makes a bold statement in a large container in a shady courtyard. In a border, it looks stunning close to an entrance or path, or among other plants with distinctive foliage, such as ferns. Although it will cope with some sun, the soil must be kept moist. The leaves are best shaded from the midday sun and sheltered from cold, drying winds. Once established, its layers of leaves will suppress weeds, too.Position: partial or full shadeSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained soilTip, surround the area from the plant base outward to a fair bit with horitcultural grit, maybe place some large decorative stones to prevent the grit from escaping into the surrounding soil. Not only does this make the area look attractive but it acts as a deterrant to snails and slugs .Sold in a 2 litre pot.