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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Clivia miniata, orange
Raslow, GP
Clivia Miniata is a low growing perennial with large flower head consisting of multiple 6 petal flowers.
Plant under trees protected from frost and sun.
Plants are between 50-60cm with flowers or buds when in flower.
Clivia miniata is a shade loving, water wise plant which flowers early in spring
She is definitely worth the little effort she requires.
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Plants, Succulents & Cacti
Crassula capitella ‘Red Pagoda’
Raithby, WC
The Crassula capitella ‘Red Pagoda’ is a stunning branching succulent that sports a stack of fleshy, triangular chartreuse leaves that are adorned with red tips. It requires full sun to partial shade and well draining soil. It is ideal for rock gardens or planters. It is drought resistant and easy to maintain.
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Fruits & Vegetables
Fragaria x ananassa (strawberry)
Mossèlbay, WC
Widely grown hybrid species of the fragavia in the rose family, Rosaceae, known as Strawberries. Aroma, bright red color, juicy texture and sweetness.
How it grows: In large quantities, can be eaten fresh or in prepared foods.
When it fruits: Bear fruit in late May, early June, late spring and midsummer.
Edible: Whole Strawberries that are good to eat should have a firm texture.
Weight: One Strawberry weigh 7 – 27 grams.Small to extra large.SKU: n/a -
Herbs, Plants
Mentha spicata (Spearmint)
Mossèlbay, WC
Aromatic herb with erect, square-shaped stems and narrow, oval-shaped leaves that have pointed tips and toothed edges.
How it grows: It prefers part shade and moist soil with a neutral to slightly acidic ph.
When it fruits: Flowers in the summer from July to Sept and has large seeds.
Edible: It is not only tasty but may also be good for you.
Weight: One ounce is a little over 28 grams. Steep 1 teaspoon in 8 ounces of water for 5 minutes to make spearmint tea.SKU: n/a -
Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Aechmea gamosepala (matchstick bromeliad)
Raithby, WC
Aechmea gamosepela, the ‘matchstick bromeliad’ has mid-green leaves with rounded tips. It reaches a height of approx 30cm.
Endemic to southern Brazil.It produces spikes topped with pink flowers with blue tips. Once open, the blue tips reveal pink flowers with a blue throat.
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Plants, Succulents & Cacti
Aeonium zwartkop (black)
Raithby, WC
Aeonium zwartkop (black rose)
This striking aeonium has dark purple or black succulent leaves. It forms clumps of 3 to 4 feet tall with the stems topped with rosettes of its purple black leaves. It is mostly a winter grower and is somewhat dormant in warm, dry summers. The Black Rose Tree is a native of the Canary Islands and North Africa. Water wise, this is a great addition to your garden, introducing both texture and dark colour! Give it some water in hot weather though.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Salvia Gesneriifolia (Tequila Sunrise)
Raithby, WC
Salvia Gesneriifolia (Tequila Sunrise)
Native to the mountainous areas of Mexico, these herbaceous perennial plants or large shrubs are a lovely addition to a garden.
Red flowers with dark maroon (almost black) calyces these plants reach 2-3m high unless pruned to size. These plants flower so regularly that it’s sometimes difficult to know when to prune them back into shape. Don’t prune hard to the ground otherwise you risk losing the plant. Easy to grow shrub that likes some partial or semi shaded position. It needs some regular watering during the hottest summer months.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Echium fastuosum
Raithby, WC
Echium fastuosum. Pride of Madeira.
Blue spires of flowers make this a stunning addition to a garden. This is a fast growing and tough perennial plant that grows in dry or clay or poor soil, but does need drainage. Bees love the flowers.
The blue flower spires can be up to 2 feet in length. Cut the spent flower spikes and finger pinch / gently prune to maintain a dense habit.
Full sun. Native to Madeira Island.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Alstroemeria (pink)
Raithby, WC
Alstroemeria, commonly called the Peruvian lily or lily of the Incas, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Alstroemeriaceae. They are all native to South America.
The flower, which resembles a miniature lily, is very popular for bouquets and flower arrangements. These delicate flowers once cut, can survive up to 14 days in water.
Most cultivars available for the home garden will bloom in the late spring and early summer. The roots are hardy to a temperature of 23 °F (−5 °C). The plant requires at least six hours of morning sunlight, regular water, and well-drained soil.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Coreopsis
Raithby, WC
Coreopsis, also known as tickseed.
A hardy perennial with bright, daisy-like flowers in shades of yellow, orange. Loved for its long blooming period and easy-care nature, coreopsis adds a cheerful splash of color to borders, cottage gardens, and containers. It also attracts pollinators, making it a garden favorite.
Growing Conditions:
Coreopsis thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for best flower production and healthy growth.
Soil: Prefers well-drained soils, ranging from sandy to loamy. While it can tolerate poor, dry soils, good drainage is essential to prevent root rot.
Water: Drought-tolerant once established. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering should be avoided.Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. After the flowering season, lightly prune the plant to maintain its shape.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Hydrangea pink
Raithby, WC
Hydrangea pink
Also known as a Christmas Rose in South Africa. Or hortensia for Europeans.
Deciduous, flowers Nov-Mar (eventual height approx 1m).
The flowers are excellent for cutting
Half sun or shade.
Light pink delicate flowers. The intensity of the colour depends on the acidity of your soil.SKU: n/a -
Plants
Lavender – Margaret Roberts
Raithby, WC
Lavender – Margaret Roberts.
This is a upright and fast growing lavender hybrid which flowers throughout the year. The blue purple flowers smell divine and are excellent for cutting and drying – for example for linen sachets and potpourris and to scent your room.
The plants do best in a well drained soil in a sunny part of your garden.
If you’re preparing the flowers for drying, cut them whilst fresh and hang them upside down to dry.Excellent also in pots, as a low hedge or in sunny dry spots in your garden. A Mediterranean inspired garden choice and very pretty when planted amongst ornamental grasses and in natural or formal gardens.
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Herbs, Plants
Lavender – stoechas (purple)
Raithby, WC
Lavender Stoechas. This is a fast growing lavender which flowers throughout the year. The blue purple flowers smell divine and are excellent for cutting and drying – for example for linen sachets and potpourris and to scent your room.
A species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, occurring natively in several Mediterranean countries, including France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Turkey and Greece
The plants do best in a well drained soil in a sunny part of your garden.
If you’re preparing the flowers for drying, cut them whilst fresh and hang them upside down to dry.Excellent also in pots, as a low hedge or in sunny dry spots in your garden. A Mediterranean inspired garden choice and very pretty when planted amongst ornamental grasses and in natural or formal gardens.
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Herbs, Plants
Lavender dentata ‘Candicans’
Raithby, WC
Lavender dentata Candicans. The blue purple flowers smell divine and are excellent for cutting and drying – for example for linen sachets and potpourris and to scent your room.
Evergreen bushy shrub with linear green leaves and blue cut flowers. Half hardy. Full sun. Attract bees and butterflies.
A species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, occurring natively in several Mediterranean countries, including France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Turkey and Greece
The plants do best in a well drained soil in a sunny part of your garden.
If you’re preparing the flowers for drying, cut them whilst fresh and hang them upside down to dry.Excellent also in pots, as a low hedge or in sunny dry spots in your garden. A Mediterranean inspired garden choice and very pretty when planted amongst ornamental grasses and in natural or formal gardens.
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Herbs, Plants
Lavender dentata ‘Royal Crown’
Raithby, WC
Lavender dentata Royal Crown. The blue purple flowers smell divine and are excellent for cutting and drying – for example for linen sachets and potpourris and to scent your room.
Lavender Royal Crown is an evergreen bushy shrub with linear green leaves and blue cut flowers. Half hardy. Full sun. Attract bees and butterflies.
A species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, occurring natively in several Mediterranean countries, including France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Turkey and Greece
The plants do best in a well drained soil in a sunny part of your garden.
If you’re preparing the flowers for drying, cut them whilst fresh and hang them upside down to dry.Excellent also in pots, as a low hedge or in sunny dry spots in your garden. A Mediterranean inspired garden choice and very pretty when planted amongst ornamental grasses and in natural or formal gardens.
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