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Hydrangeas, Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Hydrangea (variegated)
Raithby, WC
Hydrangea variegated
Beautiful white and green leaved hydrangea. Also known as a Christmas Rose in South Africa. Or hortensia for Europeans.
Deciduous, flowers Nov-Mar (eventual height approx 90cm).
The flowers are excellent for cutting.
Half sun or shade.
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Fruits & Vegetables
Tayberry plant
Pretoria, GP
A one year old tayberry plant in a 3L shrub pot
The Tayberry is a cross between the Blackberry and Red Raspberry plants with all the good qualities of the original genus such as the large fruit size, fruit firmness and vigorous growth of the blackberry, with the great taste and colour of the red raspberry. The plant bears edible fruit, perfect for jams, tarts, desserts, juices, teas or fresh fruits.
The Tayberry is a trellising shrub that should be placed in full sun, but can tolerate part shade. Soil PH level of 6.0 – 6.8. Prefers loamy, well drained soil. Cold hardy, but protection must be given in heavy frost areas. Well decomposed compost can be mixed in with the soil before planting. Fertilize in spring. Prune lightly in winter. A trellis or a fence can be used to support the growing branches which can grow up to 3m long.
Submerge the pot in water for 10 minutes before transplanting.
Self-pollinating.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Acanthus Mollis (wild rhubarb)
Raithby, WC
Acanthus Mollis (also known as wild rhubarb, bears breeches)
This plant has lovely large shiny leaves which make an architectural show.
The tall flower spires are ivory white and purple or slightly pink bracts and appear October – November (spring time) and are a long-lasting cut flower that also dries well.
This plant dies back completely in Autumn and during winter, to appear again the following Spring.
Excellent to plant in dry shade. Although if no water is given, the plants also disappear, thus being relatively drought hardy.
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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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Fruits & Vegetables, Plants
Blackberry (thornless)
Pretoria, GP
Blackberry (Rubus Allegheniensis) plant in a 19cm diameter (3L pot)
This rubus plant is an upright growing, semi-self supporting shrub which should be placed in full sun or partly shade. It differs from Rubus Fruticosus which has thorns. It prefers well drained, light sandy or sandy-loam soils with a ph level between 5.8 and 6.8 (KCl). Well decomposed compost should preferably worked into the soil before planting. It bears edible berries which can be used for fresh eating, juice, jams, tarts, deserts or teas. A trellis system can be used to support the branches.
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Fruits & Vegetables
Blueberry plant
Pretoria, GP
A one year old blueberry plant in a 3L shrub pot
The blueberry plant is an erect, bushy shrub that can be placed in full sun or partly shade. It is cold hardy and can tolerate frost. It grows best in very light, sandy or sandy loam soils which are extremely acidic with a ph level between 4.8 and 5.8 (KCL). A mixture of Sphagnum peat moss, acid compost and sandy soil works well as a growing medium either incorporated into the soil or in 30L or larger containers. The plant will start to produce blueberries after the first winter and continue to produce fruit for more that 15 years. The berries are perfect for eating fresh or for jams, deserts, sauces, smoothies, cakes or juices.
The plant is self-fertile, but it will produce larger berries when cross pollinated with another blueberry plant.
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Fruits & Vegetables
Cranberry plant
Pretoria, GP
Cranberry (vaccinium macrocarpon) plant in a 19cm diameter (3L pot)
Cranberry plants are low growing, creeping plants of up to 2m long and 40cm high. They are very cold hardy and can tolerate heavy frost. They are easy growing plants and can grow in most soils, but prefer light sandy or sando-loam soils which are very acidic at ph levels between 4.5 and 5.5 (KCl). A mixture of Sphagnum peat moss, acid compost and sandy soil would work well for a growing medium when incorporated in the soil or in a container. They can be grown in a 5L to 10L containers and will be happy on a window shelve. Cranberry plants will bear edible berries in the second year after planting, perfect for juicing, jams, sauces, tarts, deserts, teas or fresh fruit.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Echium fastuosum (candicans)
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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Fruits & Vegetables
Goji berry
Pretoria, GP
Goji berry (lycium barbarum) in a 19cm diameter pot (3L pot)
It is a tall, rambling plant growing into a large shrub up to 3m high which can be placed in full sun or partly shade. It can be planted in array or soil and climate conditions. The plant is extremely cold and heat tolerant and can withstand temperatures of -40’C to +38’C. It can be grown in a wide soil ph level between 6.5 and 8.0. It prefers well drained loamy soils and does not grow well in soggy conditions. It bears very healthy berries which place it in the top 10 of all superfoods! The fruit is high in anti-oxidants, proteins, complex of vitamins B and C, amino acids and many essential vitamins and minerals.
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Fruits & Vegetables
Gooseberry plant
Pretoria, GP
A Gooseberry plant in a 19cm diameter pot (3L pot).
The gooseberry is a bushy shrub growing up to approximately 1.5m tall that bears yellowy orange fruit in a papery envelope called a husk. The plant should be placed in full sun, but tolerates partly shade. It is easy to grow and grow in most soils, but prefers loamy soil with a ph between 5.5 and 7.0 (KCl). The plant is self-fertile.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Alstroemeria (variegated, white)
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.
This form is variegated – it has beautiful white and green leaves. This Colorita alstromeria is a naturally compact variety that will flower all summer long from early spring. Low maintenance and beautiful in containers or in the ground.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Asystasia bella (Forest bell-bush)
Raithby, WC
Mackaya Bella also known as the forest-Bell-Bush is a hardy evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is known for its dark green glossy leaves and its beautiful lilac or white trumpet shaped flowers that bloom profusely in spring and summer.
The plant shrives in shaded and partially shaded and is ideal for garden settings where it can be used as a screen or in containers. It requires well drained soil and regular watering especially during growing season. It is also known for its ability to attract pollinating insects which makes it a valuable addition to any Landscape.
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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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Hydrangeas, Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Hydrangea ‘fireworks’
Raithby, WC
Hydrangea ‘fireworks’
This has to be one of the most beautiful hydrangeas that I’ve seen. Also known as a Christmas Rose in South Africa. Or hortensia for Europeans.
Deciduous, flowers Nov-Mar (Medium height 70 cm – 1m)
Half sun or shade.
Pink and blue and white delicate flowers.SKU: n/a -
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Hydrangeas, Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Hydrangea serrata Grayswood
Raithby, WC
Hydrangea serrata Grayswood
This is also one of my favourites : A small deciduous shrub with ovate leaves. Lace-cap flower-heads with blue central fertile florets surrounded by white sterile ones which turn with age to pink and crimson, flowering in late spring to summer – which is why it’s 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.
Delicate flowers.SKU: n/a -
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Pink Bacopa megacopa (Sutera Cordata)
Raithby, WC
Perennial groundcover. Lovely pink flowers.
Perfect for beds and pots, a heat-tolerant plant that loves well-drained soil.
low-maintenance and attracts pollinators.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
Genus of seven species of flowering plants in the nightshade family Solanaceae. They are woody trees or shrubs, with pendulous flowers.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Plants
Scabiosa Fama Deep Blue (Pincushion flower)
Raithby, WC
Scabiosa ‘Fama Deep Blue’ is an absolute showstopper with its large, velvety pincushion-like blooms in a rich, royal blue-purple hue. Perfect for South African gardens, these striking flowers add an elegant pop of colour to beds, borders, and containers. Whether you’re designing a wild cottage garden or a sleek modern space, ‘Fama Deep Blue’ brings both bold visual impact and delicate charm.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Plants
Scabiosa Fama White (Pincushion flower)
Raithby, WC
Scabiosa ‘Fama White’ is an absolute showstopper with its large, velvety pincushion-like blooms. Perfect for South African gardens, these striking flowers add an elegant touch to beds, borders, and containers. Whether you’re designing a wild cottage garden or a sleek modern space, ‘Fama White’ brings both bold visual impact and delicate charm.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Plants
Scabiosa Incisa Pink
Raithby, WC
Delicate yet long-flowering, Scabiosa ‘Incisa Pink’ is a charming perennial that brings soft colour and movement to the garden for months on end. Its pale blush-pink, pincushion-like blooms rise gracefully above neat mounds of finely cut grey-green foliage.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
White Bacopa megacopa (Sutera Cordata)
Raithby, WC
Perennial groundcover. Lovely white flowers.
Perfect for beds and pots, a heat-tolerant plant that loves well-drained soil.
low-maintenance and attracts pollinators.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
Genus of seven species of flowering plants in the nightshade family Solanaceae. They are woody trees or shrubs, with pendulous flowers.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Fruits & Vegetables
Raspberry (Red)
Pretoria, GP
Red Raspberry (Rubus Idaeus) plant in a 19cm diameter (3L pot)
The raspberry plant is an upright growing, semi-self supporting shrub which should be placed in full sun or partly shade. It prefers well drained, light sandy or sandy-loam soils with a ph level between 5.8 and 6.8 (KCl). Well decomposed compost should preferably worked into the soil before planting. It bears edible berries which can be used for fresh eating, juice, jams, tarts, deserts or teas. it is a flori-cane variety which will bear fruit twice per year, once in spring and a second time in autumn.
Couriered nationwide
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Plants, Trees
Ginko biloba tree
Raithby, WC
The Ginko Bilboa tree, also known as a maidenhair tree is a species of gymnosperm tree native to East Asia.
These little trees are currently in 10litre pots are approx 85cm tall.
Ginkos are the last living species in the order Ginkgoales, which first appeared over 290 million years ago, and fossils very similar to the living species, belonging to the genus Ginkgo, extend back to the Middle Jurassic epoch approximately 170 million years ago.
These beautiful trees normally eventually reach a height of 20–35 m. The tree has an angular crown and long, somewhat erratic branches, and is usually deep-rooted and resistant to wind and snow damage. Young trees are often tall and slender, and sparsely branched; the crown becomes broader as the tree ages. A combination of resistance to disease, insect-resistant wood, and the ability to form aerial roots and sprouts makes ginkgos durable, with some specimens claimed to be more than 2,500 years old.
The leaves are very distinctive in shape. Ginkgos are prized for their autumn foliage, which is a beautiful butter yellow.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Japanese Anemone plants – white
Raithby, WC
Japanese Anemone
A beautiful, elegant, white flower produced in Autumn. These dainty flowers bob gently in the breeze.
It likes partial shade and humus-rich, moist, well drained soil. They can be grown in (partial) full sun as long as the soil is not allowed to dry out.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Herbs, Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Leptospermum petersonii – lemon scented Tea Tree
Raithby, WC
Fresh, fragrant and wonderfully versatile, Leptospermum petersonii is an attractive evergreen shrub or small tree valued for its aromatic lemon-scented foliage and soft, natural form. When brushed or crushed, the leaves release a bright citrus fragrance, making it a superb choice near pathways, patios and outdoor living spaces. In spring to early summer, it produces masses of small white flowers, loved by bees and beneficial insects.
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Herbs, Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Melaleuca – Tea Tree Plant
Raithby, WC
Melaleuca alternifolia – Tea Tree Plant
Rare to find.
A quick growing evergreen tree or shrub growing up to 7m tall. It has fine, thinly pointed green leaves and its flowers are white fluffy bottlebrush-like and appear in summer.This incredibly powerful medicinal plant has a lovely scent when the leaves are touched/crushed – the tea tree oil smell.
The trees grow well in coastal conditions but can also withstand light frosts. Fresh sprigs rubbed onto windowsills and kitchen counters help control flies and mosquitoes. It will thrive in any soil but it needs full sun and a deeply dug and well-composted hole in which to get established. The secret is to cut it back to quite harshly every two or three years, to keep it vigorous, tidy and attractive.
The Tea tree is native to N Australia, S New Guinea and the Moluccas. · It is a hardy, medium-sized tree with papery bark, in several layers.
Medicinal Uses.
An easy-to-make lotion of leaves, sprigs and pieces of bark is a superb wash or spray for bites, rashes, scratches, heat rash, itchiness, fungal infections, acne and oily skin, and can be used as a rinse for oily hair and athlete’s foot.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Phlomis italica
Raithby, WC
Phlomis italica
A striking foliage plant with silver ‘woolly’ soft green, narrow leaves.
The plant has clusters of lilac-pink, hooded flowers surrounding long stems at the internodes. Flowers from Spring.
It likes full sun and well drained soil.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Phlomis russeliana
Raithby, WC
Phlomis russeliana (Jerusalum sage, Turkish sage)
This lovely plant brings interest to the garden all year round, and is one of my favourite plants.
First it has the flower buds and the resultant beautiful flowers, and then the architectural seed heads throughout Autumn.
It’s an evergreen perennial which likes full sun but will appreciate some partial shade during hot summer afternoons.
The yellow hooded flowers are in clusters well above the basal foliage which remains as a low ground covering mound.
The ornamental seed heads are a great food source for birds. It is an excellent choice for cottage gardens, dry sunny borders, wild gardens and meadows.
For sale in South Africa.
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Plants, Shrubs & Perennials
Strobilanthes anisophyllus
Raithby, WC
Strobilanthes anisophyllus
A beautiful dark purple leafed, flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.
A small evergreen (or ever purple) leaved perennial shrub. With small light pink flowers.
Prune it regularly, as the new growth has the best colouring.
It likes full sun but will appreciate some partial shade during hot summer afternoons.
Mostly native to tropical Asia and Madagascar, but with a few species extending north into temperate regions of Asia. Many species are cultivated for their two-lipped, hooded flowers in shades of blue, pink, white and purple.
For sale in South Africa.
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