Ericaceous compost is acidic and is beneficial for plants that like an acid soil. For example camellias, rhododendrons, erica’s etc.
Hydrangeas also benefit, making their colours more intense and also making certain flowers more blue in colour. The pH of an acidic soil is typically between 4.5 and 6.
Ericaceous (Acid) compost
6 in stock
Ericaceous compost is acidic and is beneficial for plants that like an acid soil. For example camellias, rhododendrons, erica’s etc.
Hydrangeas also benefit, making their colours more intense and also making certain flowers more blue in colour. The pH of an acidic soil is typically between 4.5 and 6.
R85.00
6 in stock
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| Weight | 15 kg |
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| volume-weight | 30dm |
Product Location
jaipur, india-
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Salvia leucantha ‘White’
Raithby, WC
Rare form of salvia leucantha (mexican sage) – white in colour. Also named White Mischief.
Flowers in Spring and Autumn. Prefers a full sun or even partial shade. Minimal water.
A quick growing shrub that can reach 2-3 feet tall by 4-6 feet wide as it spreads outward at the base from its rootstock.
For sale in South Africa. Couriered nationwide.
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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
Hydrangea serrata Tiara
Raithby, WC
Hydrangea serrata Tiara
A small and compact deciduous shrub with reddish-purple foliage and lace-cap (lacecap) heads of pale blue sterile flowers surrounding deeper blue fertile ones. (or pink coloured flowers. The light green leaves will turn red purple in the sun.
Flowering in late Spring early summer. This is why it’s known as a Christmas Rose in South Africa. Or hortensia for Europeans.
Deciduous, flowers Nov-Mar (eventual height approx 1 – 1.5 m).
Moist soils and semi or full shade.
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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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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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Hydrangea green white 17cm 






