Van Meuwen Catalogue of Garden Plants: for plants, bulbs, trees, shrubs, perennials and gardening accessories and gifts

Easy and trouble free, with outstanding architectural presence! Graceful towering stems turn from dark green to lustrous polished black, by their third year. Clump forming and non invasive, the Oriental Black Bamboo forms a striking evergreen focal point for borders and large patio containers. Height: 5m. Spread: 3m.

The Japanese Banana plant makes an outstanding specimen for a really exotic focal point. Grown for its lush paddle shaped foliage, this large herbaceous perennial sometimes produces creamy yellow flowers which are followed by clusters of tiny bananas. Unfortunately the fruit contain dozens of small black seeds, making them inedible. Musa Basjoo is the hardiest banana for growing in the UK; however it is unlikely to survive our winters outdoors except in the mildest areas. Height: 5m (15’). Spread: 4m (12’). Supplied in a 7cm pot.

Syn: Bat flower, Devil flower

The dark, malevolent flowers of this rare tropical perennial are a guaranteed talking point! Winged bracts are accompanied by 'whiskers' of up to 30cm (12”) long, emerging from a cluster of black bell shaped flowers. This fascinating tender species requires patience and special care but will reward you with the most spectacular flowers you have ever grown! Ideal for a heated greenhouse or conservatory. Height: 90cm (36”). Size 14/16cm rhizomes supplied.

Syn: Bat flower

Less ominous in appearance than its cousin Tacca chantrierei, this tropical perennial is equally impressive. Winged bracts are accompanied by 'whiskers' of up to 30cm (12”) long, emerging from a cluster of bell shaped flowers. This fascinating tender species requires patience and special care but will reward you with the most spectacular flowers you have ever grown! Ideal for a heated greenhouse or conservatory. Height: 90cm (36”). Size 14/16cm rhizomes supplied.

Begonia Apricots and Lemons will amaze you with an abundance of fantastic, mostly double flowers, all summer long. Large blooms in shades of yellow, apricot and orange are produced throughout the summer, whatever the weather.
Height and spread: 45cm (18")

This exciting medley of colour is guaranteed to brighten your garden all summer long. Fill your hanging baskets and patio containers with cascades of double blooms, where their pendulous habit can be best appreciated. For a colourful addition to your home, try growing begonia plants on a sunny windowsill indoors! Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Standard tuber size 3/4cm.

Incredible double flowers measuring up to 10cm (4”) across! These spectacular begonias produce masses of enormous blooms all summer long. Perfect for beds, borders and containers, or a sunny windowsill indoors! Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Standard tuber size 3/4cm.

A blaze of large orange-yellow flowers, each edged with an ember red glow, cascade from serrated foliage. Planted in patio containers and hanging baskets, Begonia Fireball radiates colour all summer long until it’s smouldering blooms are extinguished by the first frosts. Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Standard tuber size: 4/5cm.

Clusters of delicately scented peachy pink flowers are set against a backdrop of heart shaped leaves. Perfect for filling hanging baskets and patio containers, where their cascading habit and soft fragrance can be best appreciated. Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Standard tuber size 4/5cm.

Fringed carnation like flowers with ruffled petals in the boldest colours. These spectacular begonias flower all summer long. Perfect for beds, borders and containers, or a sunny windowsill indoors! Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Standard tuber size 3/4cm.

Zesty lemon flowers with semi-double petals are produced on compact, trailing stems. The bold citrus coloured blooms are set off beautifully against dark green foliage. A particularly attractive variety for hanging baskets, flower pouches and containers. Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Bold citrus coloured blooms are set off beautifully against dark green foliage. Double and semi double flowers are produced on compact, trailing stems all summer long. Plant them together for a really refreshing colour scheme in your hanging baskets, flower pouches and containers. Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Comprises 6 plugs each of:

Begonia Lemondrops

Begonia Peardrops

Twice the size of the normal begonia varieties, Begonia Lotto Mixed comes in a show-stopping array of colours. Plant them in groups in containers or along the margins of the border for summer-long colour. Height and spread: 30cm (12”).

Flowering non stop throughout the summer, this compact begonia is hard to beat. Large double flowers create a spectacular show in beds, borders and containers. For a bright addition to your home, try growing begonias on a sunny windowsill indoors! Height and spread: 30cm (12”). Standard tuber size 3/4cm. Trough not supplied.

Masses of flowers in a wonderful mix of colours with bronze and green foliage. Surprisingly tolerant of dry or wet conditions, this reliable variety will fill your beds, borders and containers with flowers throughout the whole summer. Height and spread: 25cm (10”).

A gem of a plant with double flowers in hues of orange and peach set above lush foliage. Stunning in hanging baskets and containers where they will bloom from pendulous stems all summer long, until the first frosts. Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Standard tuber size 3/4cm.

Bright salmon orange flowers with fully double petals are produced on compact, trailing stems. The bold coloured blooms are set off beautifully against dark green foliage. A particularly attractive variety for hanging baskets, flower pouches and containers. Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Delicate scents of rose and lemon drift seductively from double and semi double flowers. These stunning scented begonias will fill containers and flower pouches with softly tinted blooms, all summer long and well into autumn. Height and spread: 45cm (18") Supplied as 3/5cm tubers.

Two-toned yellow flowers with an attractive pink blush are produced all summer long, and well into autumn. The cascading habit of this exciting new variety is particularly compact, making it well suited for growing in flower pouches. Height and spread: 30cm (12"). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

The first white variety of Bidens ferulifolia! This spreading half hardy perennial produces hundreds of flowers throughout summer, each with bright white petals surrounding a mustard-yellow centre. Regular pinching of the stems will produce a compact bushy plant that is perfectly suited to containers, baskets and borders. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 45cm (18”). Supplied as 30mm plug plants.

Bird Bath, Feeding Table & Planter by Day - Solar light by night!

This bird bath and feeding table makes a wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys 'our feathered friends'. Use a wide variety of feeds to attract more species of birds to the garden. Unlike wooden bird feeding tables, the weatherproof resin moulding will not rot over time or lose its attractive 'verdigris' effect.

When darkness falls, the solar light in the roof comes on automatically. The solar panel recharges the batteries and these provide about eight hours of light.

50cm diameter bath. Plants not included.

Strelitzia reginae.

Admired for their exotic blooms, resembling birds with bright plumage, which make vibrant, long lasting cut flowers. The stately blue green, deeply ribbed foliage makes an attractive foil for their magnificent flowers. Exquisite specimens for the greenhouse and conservatory, or for a bright windowsill indoors. Move them outside during summer for a striking talking point on the patio! Height: 2m (78”) Spread: 1m (39”) Pot grown plant supplied. Supplied in 13cm pot.

Exceptionally large, firm black fruits which can weigh up to 10g each! An early fruiting variety, that crops over a long period from July until early September. The exquisitely juicy berries are perfect for puddings and preserves, and will also freeze well if you find you have too many to eat at once! Self fertile.

Height: 1.5m (5’). Spread: 90cm (3’). Supplied in 9cm pots.

No need for gloves when you pick these delicious blackberries - the canes and leaves of this variety are completely thornless! The delicious fruits can be picked in august and september which are perfect for pies and jams, and packed full of vitamins. Self fertile. Height: 1.5m (5’). Spread: 90cm (3’). Supplied in 9cm pots.

Why not design a special corner of your garden with this selection of blue and white perennials. The results are a striking border that will make others pause and admire your creation. The moody blues from light to vibrant navy contrast starkly with the pure whites, producing a more impressive show as the plants increase from year to year. Supplied as 30mm plug plants.

Collection comprises 3 each of:

Picture a carpet of English bluebells drenched in warm april sunlight; their scented violet-blue bells nod delicately above glossy green foliage. These native beauties love to nestle in dappled shade at the base of trees, or for a particularly bold impact, try naturalising them in large informal areas of grass. Bluebell bulbs are ideal for autumn planting. For spring planting choose bluebells in the green. Height: 30 cm (12”). Bulb size: 6/7cm. Only cultivated stock used.

Picture a carpet of English bluebells drenched in warm april sunlight; their scented violet-blue bells nod delicately above glossy green foliage. These native beauties love to nestle in dappled shade at the base of trees, or for a particularly bold impact, try naturalising them in large informal areas of grass. Bluebells in the green are ideal for spring planting. For autumn planting choose bluebell bulbs. Height: 30 cm (12”). Only cultivated stock used.

This excellent mid season variety, produces rich flavoured fruit in abundance in August. Fully hardy, this compact shrub provides interest all year round with elegant white flowers in spring, and colourful foliage set against red stems in the winter. Blueberry Bluecrop is perfect for a smaller garden or a large pot on the patio. Height: 120cm (4’). Spread: 90cm (3’) Supplied as 25cm (10”) plant in a 9cm pot.

Blueberry Top Hat has it all! White flowers in spring and fiery orange red foliage in autumn. Its nutritious plump blueberries are produced in July and August – simply delicious in muffins and jams! Perfect for containers this hardy little shrub is surprisingly resilient to wind. Height supplied 15-25cm (6-10 inches) in a 9cm pot.

This splendid Butterfly Bush will delight you in summer with its rounded head of fragrant purple blooms. Ideal for patio containers, or grown as an accent plant in borders where it will attract clouds of butterflies to your garden all summer long. Height: 60cm (24”) when supplied. Pot not included.

Dense spikes of purple buds burst open to reveal red tinged, fragrant flowers. Hardy and easy to grow, this compact variety of the Butterfly Bush will attract clouds of butterflies to your garden. Height: 2.5m (8’).

A bright splash of colour for even the shady areas of your garden. Busy Lizzie Accent produces vibrant flowers in solid shades and bicolours all summer long, and well into Autumn. Remarkably versatile and tolerant of full sun, these busy lizzies make a bold statement for beds and flower pouches!

Create a fantastic splash of colour with the superb semi-double blooms of these vivid Impatiens. Remarkably versatile, this flamboyant mix is an eye catching choice for your beds and containers. Height: 23cm (9”).

Add a touch of the exotic to your garden with this unusual variety of Busy Lizzie. Fascinating hooded flowers are produced all summer long in the brightest shade of golden yellow. Plant it in containers in full view where this captivating plant is sure to become a real talking point!

Height: 30cm (12”).

A spectacular addition to our Busy Lizzie range! Dark green foliage is the perfect background for a crescendo of rose pink double blooms. This compact and versatile variety makes an enchanting choice for containers or bedding in almost any situation.

Supplied as 30mm plugs.

Uniquely coloured impatiens with real star quality! Delicate frosted stars dust the centres of their vibrant blooms. Remarkably versatile, these enchanting busy lizzies are a captivating choice for your beds or containers. Height: 23cm (9”).

With its naturally cascading habit, Busy Lizzie Trailblazer will form full globes of colour when planted in hanging baskets. Remarkably versatile, this colourful blend tolerates sun or rain, so it is well equipped for our British summers. Perfectly formed for hanging baskets, flower pouches, and window boxes. Height and spread: 30cm (12”). Supplied as 30mm plugs.

Cephalanthus occidentalis.
Aptly named the Button Bush, this deciduous shrub produces masses of ball shaped, creamy white blooms throughout summer. Butterflies love the fragrant flowers and birds flock to eat the seeds that follow. Specially trained as a standard with a head of glossy foliage, this unusual shrub will create a spectacular feature for patios, balconies, and borders.
Height supplied 40-50cm (16-20”).