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Dianthus glacialis

Added on 7 May, 2020 | 1 photo

Genus: Dianthus.
Species: Dianthus glacialis.

Gift from Scotsgran in March 2020. First flowers May 2020.

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Digitalis 'Camelot Series' Pink

Added on 11 Jun, 2022 | 1 photo

Genus: Digitalis.
Species: Digitalis.

Bought one pink and one cream at Old Barn June 2022.

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Digitalis 'Camelot Series' cream

Added on 11 Jun, 2022 | 1 photo

Genus: Digitalis.
Species: Digitalis.

Bought a pink and a cream at Old Barn June 2022

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Digitalis grandiflora Dwarf Carillion

Added on 1 Nov, 2018 | 1 photo

Genus: Digitalis.
Species: Digitalis grandiflora.

From SGC October 2018. Long-flowering Foxglove has upright stalks of creamy-yellow tubular flowers with speckled...

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Drimys lanceolata 'Red Spice'

Added on 21 Feb, 2015 | 2 photos

Genus: Drimys.
Species: Drimys lanceolata.

From Haskins GC 19/2/15. Evergreen with elegant, aromatic foliage and star-shaped yellow flowers. Ht. 150cm. Fro...

Eleagnus ebbingei

Added on 5 May, 2010 | 0 photos

Species: Eleagnus ebbingei.

Old Barn Nursery March 2010. Re-sited next to Lilac shrub in Autumn 2013.

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Eragrostis spectabilis

Added on 9 Sep, 2015 | 1 photo

Genus: Eragrostis.
Species: Eragrostis spectabilis.

Hardy perennial grass bearing purple-red flower racemes from Aug-Oct. Ht. up to 24". Best in full sun. P...

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Euonymous fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold'

Added on 5 May, 2010 | 1 photo

Species: Euonymous fortunei.

Planted Spring 2004 in raised bed near rotary.
Brick wall built around this bed April 2010.
Beautiful golden t...

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Euonymous fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety'

Added on 5 May, 2010 | 1 photo

Species: Euonymous fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety'.

Ferring Country Centre plant sale May 2004.
Slow grower, good ground cover to right of arbour.

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Euphorbia 'Ascot Rainbow'

Added on 23 Sep, 2022 | 3 photos

Genus: Euphorbia.
Species: Euphorbia x martinii.

Lime green flowers above grey-green foliage. Old Barn 22/9/2022. Planted in back border, between a Griselinia a...

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Fatsia japonica 'Spider's Web'

Added on 2 Mar, 2020 | 3 photos

Genus: Fatsia.
Species: Fatsia japonica.

Shrub with large glossy leaves. From Old Barn Nurseries February 2020.

Fuchsia Bush 'Display'

Added on 23 Feb, 2011 | 0 photos

Genus: Fuchsia.
Species: Fuchsia.

Fuchsia (Bush) small upright type with deep pink tube & recurved sepals deep pink, petals rose pink. Bought ...

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Geranium Ingwersens variety

Added on 4 Oct, 2014 | 2 photos

Genus: Geranium.
Species: Geranium macrorrhizum.

Beautiful pale pink flowers over spreading mounds of aromatic, finely divided, mid green leaves. Flowers Spring ...

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Geranium phaeum 'Blauwvoet'

Added on 20 May, 2013 | 2 photos

Genus: Geranium.
Species: Geranium phaeum.

Sent to me by GoYer Karensusan in April 2013. First blooms 18/5/13

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Geranium magnificum

Added on 1 Jul, 2013 | 3 photos

Genus: Geranium.
Species: Geranium x magnificum.

Sent to me as a cutting by Motinot. The Bees love these flowers.

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Griselinia 'Variegata'

Added on 24 Jul, 2020 | 1 photo

Genus: Griselinia.
Species: Griselinia.

Hardy, evergreen shrub with yellow/green variegated leaves. Planted in front of back fence July 2020. Old Barn N...

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Hebe Addenda Petita White

Added on 23 Aug, 2023 | 1 photo

Genus: Hebe.
Species: Hebe.

From Old Barn Nurseries on 23/8/23. Bought to fill a gap left where an old pink Geranium was removed.

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Hebe Franciscana Variegata

Added on 9 Oct, 2023 | 1 photo

Genus: Hebe.
Species: Hebe.

Variegated foliage with lilac flowers. From Haskins, courtesy of gift voucher from Jude 1/10/2023. Planted in mi...

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Hebe pinguifolia 'Sutherlandii' - Hardy evergreen shrub

Added on 16 Feb, 2011 | 2 photos

Genus: Hebe.
Species: Hebe pinguifolia.

Grey-green foliage, white flowers in Summer. Ht. 1ft. Spread 2ft. Hardy evergreen shrub planted to left side of...

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Helleborus 'Anemone Centred Pink Spotted'

Added on 19 Feb, 2017 | 2 photos

Genus: Helleborus.
Species: Helleborus.

Hillside Nursery (Bury) 19 Feb 2017. A double variety.

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Hellebore 'Christmas Carol'

Added on 13 Nov, 2020 | 2 photos

Genus: Helleborus.
Species: Helleborus.

Pure white flowers.

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Helleborus orientalis spotted hybrids

Added on 3 Jan, 2011 | 4 photos

Genus: Helleborus.
Species: Helleborus orientalis.

Wyevale GC January 2011 pack of 4 ... planted near log-pile. Flowers December-March. Ht. 40cm.

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Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight'

Added on 10 Jul, 2016 | 2 photos

Genus: Hemerocallis.
Species: Hemerocallis.

Gifted in 2015 from Simbad. First flower 10/7/2016.

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Hemerocallis 'El Desperado'

Added on 4 Jul, 2017 | 1 photo

Genus: Hemerocallis.
Species: Hemerocallis.

Gifted in Sept. 2014 from Simbad ... first bloom July 2016.

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Heuchera 'Malachite'

Added on 17 Aug, 2016 | 2 photos

Genus: Heuchera.
Species: Heuchera.

Bought 2 for £1 each off the 'rescue bench' ... removed some tatty brown leaves ... rest of the pl...

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Heuchera Little Cuties Blondie in Lime

Added on 2 Aug, 2021 | 2 photos

Genus: Heuchera.
Species: Heuchera.

Vivid lime green leaves. Pale green flowers early summer. Hardy and perennial. Sun or part shade in fertile, wel...

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Heuchera Grape Timeless

Added on 2 Aug, 2021 | 2 photos

Genus: Heuchera.
Species: Heuchera.

Striking plum foliage with dark veining all year round plus tiny pink flowers early summer. Likes fertile, well-...

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Heuchera 'Marmalade'

Added on 10 Sep, 2011 | 1 photo

Genus: Heuchera.
Species: Heuchera 'Marmalade'.

2 for £10 GC offer ... bought Midnight Rose at same time.

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Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'

Added on 7 Jul, 2016 | 2 photos

Genus: Hosta.
Species: Hosta.

Gifted by CottageKaren July 2015. First flowers July 2016.

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Hosta 'Wide Brim'

Added on 19 May, 2023 | 2 photos

Genus: Hosta.
Species: Hosta.

Bought at West Dean Gardens on 18 May 2023.

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Hosta 'Velvet Moon'

Added on 27 May, 2023 | 1 photo

Genus: Hosta.
Species: Hosta fortunei.

From Old Barn Nurseries May 2023. Dark green leaves with a wide golden-yellow margin.

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Kitaibelia vitifolia (Chalice flower/Russian hibiscus)

Added on 25 Jun, 2020 | 2 photos

Species: Kitaibelia vitifolia.

Perennial 6-8ft high with vine-like leaves and cup-shaped white flowers from July to September. Sun or shade. Fr...

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Kniphofia 'Lemon Popsicle'

Added on 13 Aug, 2016 | 1 photo

Genus: Kniphofia.
Species: Kniphofia caulescens.

Spikes of lemon yellow blooms throughout the season. Short grassy foliage. Ht. 16" Spread 12"

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Kniphofia (Red Hot Poker)

Added on 20 Nov, 2011 | 3 photos

Species: Kniphofia/Tritonia.

3 of these from GW mag. offer ... potted up temporarily on 20/11/11

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Lavender 'Hidcote'

Added on 7 Apr, 2024 | 1 photo

Genus: Lavandula.
Species: Lavandula.

Moved from a pot to front gravel garden 07 April 2024.

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Libertia peregrinans (New Zealand Iris)

Added on 9 Mar, 2017 | 2 photos

Genus: Libertia.
Species: Libertia peregrinans.

Bought from an EP open garden in 2015. Kept potted.

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Ligustrum undulata ( Privet ) 'Lemon & Lime'

Added on 10 Jun, 2010 | 2 photos

Genus: Ligustrum.
Species: Ligustrum undulata 'Lemon & Lime'.

Angels Nursery at Barnham July 2004. Nursery closed in 2009 for new housing.
Planted to left of left Cordylin...

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Ligustrum

Added on 25 Jan, 2013 | 2 photos

Genus: Ligustrum.
Species: Ligustrum ovalifolium.

Large bush with creamy white flowers followed by small black berries above bright golden green splashed foliage....

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Lonicera 'Baggesen's Gold'

Added on 21 Aug, 2013 | 1 photo

Genus: Lonicera.
Species: Lonicera nitida.

Golden leaved shrub, retaining its foliage all year round. Small, sulphur-yellow flowers and purple fruits, whic...

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Loropetalum chinense 'Ruby Snow'

Added on 29 Mar, 2021 | 2 photos

Species: Loropetalum.

Evergreen shrub with dark burgundy foliage and remarkable white flowers. Needs a sunny and protected position. F...

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Malus 'Evereste'

Added on 29 Mar, 2021 | 3 photos

Genus: Malus.
Species: Malus.

Large, soft pink flowers in April/May. Small red-yellow fruits holding well into Winter. Medium height. Bough at...

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Welsh Poppy

Added on 5 Sep, 2012 | 1 photo

Genus: Meconopsis.
Species: Meconopsis cambrica.

Grown from seed sent by a GoYer. Many thanks.

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Myrtus Glanleam Gold

Added on 25 Jan, 2013 | 2 photos

Genus: Myrtus.
Species: Myrtus.

Purple-black berries above an upright bushy evergreen shrub. Full sun or partial shade on well drained soil. Fl...

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Nandina domestica 'Fire Power'

Added on 6 Apr, 2022 | 3 photos

Genus: Nandina.
Species: Nandina domestica.

Elegant bamboo-like, semi or evergreen shrub with long unbranched stems. Red, cream & orange leaflets in Spr...

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Nerine bowdenii (Guernsey Lily)

Added on 22 Sep, 2011 | 1 photo

Genus: Nerine.
Species: Nerine bowdenii.

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Silver Shamrock

Added on 5 May, 2021 | 2 photos

Genus: Oxalis.
Species: Oxalis adenophylla.

Old Barn Nursery 05/05/2021 for the non-pond area.

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Pelargonium sidoides

Added on 8 Sep, 2016 | 2 photos

Genus: Pelargonium.
Species: Pelargonium sidoides.

From Penberth Plants stand at Wisley Plant Fair September 2016. Advised to keep it sheltered over Winter.

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Penstemon Pensham 'Amelia Jane'

Added on 7 Oct, 2015 | 1 photo

Genus: Penstemon.
Species: Penstemon.

Bought this at Ardingly Autumn Show Oct. 2015 from Blooming Good Nursery Ltd. stand. Has bright pink with white ...

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Penstemon 'Volcano Kilimanjaro'

Added on 31 Aug, 2015 | 2 photos

Genus: Penstemon.
Species: Penstemon.

From Sarah on my birthday 2015.

Photinia 'Red Robin'

Added on 14 Nov, 2010 | 0 photos

Genus: Photinia.
Species: Photinia x fraseri.

2 of these in back border, bought as small shrubs. Evergreen, brilliant red foliage turning to dark green. Ht. 2...

Physostegia virginiana 'Crown of Snow'

Added on 7 Jul, 2019 | 0 photos

Genus: Physostegia.
Species: Physostegia virginiana.

From SGC July 2019

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Pieris japonica 'Little Heath'

Added on 13 Feb, 2023 | 2 photos

Genus: Pieris.
Species: Pieris japonica.

Slow growing evergreen . Likes acid soil. Semi-shade or shade. Ht. & spread in 10 years 75cm x 75cm (30 in x...

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Pieris 'Forest Flame'

Added on 25 Mar, 2021 | 4 photos

Genus: Pieris.
Species: Pieris japonica.

Evergreen shrub producing very dark red young growth, followed by white flowers in Spring. Ht.and spread after 5...

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Pittosporum 'Variegatum'

Added on 21 Aug, 2013 | 2 photos

Genus: Pittosporum.
Species: Pittosporum eugenioides 'Variegatum'.

Evergreen shrub with long glossy green leaves, margined creamy-white. Honey-scented, pale yellow, star-shaped fl...

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Pittosporum 'Goldstar'

Added on 21 Aug, 2013 | 1 photo

Genus: Pittosporum.
Species: Pittosporum tenuifolium.

A New Zealand native plant, compact evergreen shrub with striking gold and yellow patterned foliage. From Sarah...

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Pittosporum ' Tom Thumb '

Added on 21 Sep, 2010 | 2 photos

Genus: Pittosporum.
Species: Pittosporum tenuifolium.

Wyevale GC September 2010. Deep reddish-purple leaves.
Planted in front gravel garden. Ht.90cm(36in).

Re-si...

Rosa 'Garden Princess'

Added on 25 Feb, 2024 | 0 photos

Species: Polyantha Rose.

A compact bushy plant for front of border or in a pot. Needs full sun. Height 60cms.

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Potentilla 'Limelight'

Added on 4 Oct, 2014 | 1 photo

Genus: Potentilla.
Species: Potentilla fruticosa.

From Ferring Wyevale 3/10/14. Planted to right of Holly in long border.

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Potentilla x tonguei

Added on 16 Nov, 2014 | 3 photos

Genus: Potentilla.
Species: Potentilla tonguei.

RHS Potentilla Collection. Lax, spreading stems are clothed in deep green leaves that are split into 3 or 5 obo...

Wild Primrose (Primula vulgaris)

Added on 21 Jan, 2012 | 0 photos

Genus: Primula.
Species: Primula vulgaris.

Bought from Helston, Cornwall in March 2003

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Prunus Tomentosa (Nanking Cherry)

Added on 7 Apr, 2023 | 2 photos

Genus: Prunus.
Species: Prunus.

Plant in a sunny position. Flowers in April. Ht. 1.5 to 2.5 mtrs. in 5-10 yrs. Deciduous.

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Prunus kojo-no-mai

Added on 7 Apr, 2023 | 2 photos

Genus: Prunus.
Species: Prunus incisa.

Needs full sun. Flowers March-April. Up to 2.5mtrs. tall.

Homebase on Good Friday 7/4/23.

Pyracantha (Orange berries)

Added on 23 Feb, 2011 | 0 photos

Genus: Pyracantha.
Species: Pyracantha angustifolia.

On back fence. Planted May 2002.

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Rose 'Chinatown '

Added on 8 Jun, 2010 | 2 photos

Genus: Rosa.
Species: Rosa floribunda 'Chinatown '.

A bush rose, flowers throughout Summer/Autumn, good fragrance. Haskins GC September 2008. First bloomed 8.6.10.

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Rose 'The Mayflower'

Added on 3 Jan, 2011 | 2 photos

Species: Rose 'The Mayflower'.

David Austin fragrant english rose from Wyevale GC October 2011 for £5. Small shrub rose with medium sized, typ...

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Rosemary officinalis

Added on 10 Jun, 2010 | 2 photos

Genus: Rosmarinus.
Species: Rosmarinus officinalis.

Old Barn Nursery March 2010. Ht. up to 1m.
Now planted in front gravel garden.

Rosemary 'Gorizia'

Added on 18 Mar, 2024 | 0 photos

Genus: Rosmarinus.
Species: Rosmarinus officinalis.

Planted one in each blue pot by the front door in 2023.

Rudbeckia 'Goldsturm'

Added on 7 Oct, 2015 | 0 photos

Genus: Rudbeckia.
Species: Rudbeckia fulgida.

Bought two of these at Ardingly Autumn Show Oct. 2015.
Large golden yellow daisy-like flowers from Aug-Oct.

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Salvia nemerosa 'Sensation Blue'

Added on 27 Jun, 2023 | 1 photo

Genus: Salvia.
Species: Salvia nemerosa.

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Salvia nemorosa "Sensation Blue"

Added on 3 Oct, 2020 | 1 photo

Genus: Salvia.
Species: Salvia nemorosa.

A clump forming sage. From SGC on 03/10/20/

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Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace' (Elder)

Added on 12 Apr, 2012 | 3 photos

Genus: Sambucus.
Species: Sambucus.

Bought from Lansdowne Nursery April 2012 ... planted next to Ligustrum 'Lemon and Lime' (Privet)

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Sedum Matrona (Stonecrop)

Added on 14 Feb, 2013 | 3 photos

Genus: Sedum.
Species: Sedum matrona.

Needs full sun or partial shade. Soft pink flowers Aug-Oct. Attractive to Butterflies and Bees. Fully hardy. S...

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Sedum telephium 'Autumn Charm'

Added on 12 Mar, 2014 | 3 photos

Genus: Sedum.
Species: Sedum telephium.

Sent as a cutting by Scottish in Nov. 2013. Planted out March 2014.

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Sedum telephium 'Purple Emperor'

Added on 19 Aug, 2014 | 1 photo

Genus: Sedum.
Species: Sedum telephium.

Sent to me as a cutting by Pansypotter in 2013.

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Spiraea japonica ' Shirobana '

Added on 19 Jul, 2010 | 3 photos

Genus: Spiraea.
Species: Spiraea japonica.

To far left of garden arbour. Ferring Country Centre July 2002.

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Veronica Ramona F1 Hybrid

Added on 18 May, 2014 | 1 photo

Genus: Veronica.
Species: Veronica.

From Brinsbury College on their open day 18 May 2014. £3

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Viburnum tinus 'Variegatum'

Added on 4 Mar, 2014 | 1 photo

Genus: Viburnum.
Species: Viburnum tinus.

From Freecycle on 4 March 2014

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Grapevine 'Brandt'

Added on 9 May, 2010 | 3 photos

Genus: Vitis.
Species: vitis 'Brand'.

Ferring Country Centre May 2010 £15
For new pergola upright post. Split it into 3 plants.

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Weigela 'All Summer Monet'

Added on 29 Mar, 2021 | 2 photos

Genus: Weigela.
Species: Weigela florida.

Low compact bush, approx. ht. 60cm. Three coloured leaves, pink flowers in Summer. A hardy shrub. From Old Barn ...