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

Cape Jasmine.

Enjoy the heavenly fragrance of gardenia in your garden with the first hardy variety. This dwarf evergreen shrub produces exotic looking, single snow white flowers against a backdrop of dark glossy foliage. Best planted in patio containers or in sheltered borders next to a path or doorway, where its heady scent can be most appreciated. Height and spread: 90cm (36"). Supplied in a 9cm pot.

Enjoy the flavour of your own home grown garlic! With a multitude of culinary uses, garlic is an easy to grow, low maintenance crop. Each bulb can be split to give around 15 cloves which are planted individually. Spring planted garlic will be ready to harvest in August and store for up to 3 months. 4 bulbs supplied.

Pelargonium.

Enchanting rosebuds of bloom open in clusters to reveal fully double flowers with a distinct pink edging, reminiscent of apple blossom in the spring. This delightful Victorian zonal geranium remains as popular as ever for its versatility and drought tolerance. Flowering right through to autumn, it is a constant delight in containers, beds and borders. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 25cm (10”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Masses of burgundy blooms with a delicate white edging are produced from these magnificent regal geraniums. The vibrant flowers are larger than other varieties giving you an amazing show throughout summer. Perfect for your summer containers and bedding. Height: 25cm (10”) Spread: 20cm (8”) Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Masses of pink bicolour blooms are produced from these magnificent regal geraniums. The vibrant flowers are larger than other varieties giving you an amazing show throughout summer. Perfect for your summer containers and bedding. Height: 25cm (10”) Spread: 20cm (8”) Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Masses of cerise-red blooms are produced from these magnificent regal geraniums. The vibrant flowers are larger than other varieties giving you an amazing show throughout summer. Perfect for your summer containers and bedding. Height: 25cm (10”) Spread: 20cm (8”) Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Masses of velvety red blooms are produced from these magnificent regal geraniums. The vibrant flowers are larger than other varieties giving you an amazing show throughout summer. Perfect for your summer containers and bedding. Height: 25cm (10”) Spread: 20cm (8”) Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Masses of shocking pink blooms are produced from these magnificent regal geraniums. The vibrant flowers are larger than other varieties giving you an amazing show throughout summer. Perfect for your summer containers and bedding. Height: 25cm (10”) Spread: 20cm (8”) Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Masses of lively coloured blooms are produced from these magnificent regal geraniums. The vibrant flowers are larger than other varieties giving you an amazing show throughout summer. Perfect for your summer containers and bedding. Height: 25cm (10”) Spread: 20cm (8”) Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Collection comprises:

• Aristo Clarina
• Atlantic Merlot
• Schoko
• Aristo Beauty

Pelargonium.

Masses of lively coloured blooms are produced from these magnificent regal geraniums. The vibrant flowers are larger than other varieties giving you an amazing show throughout summer. Perfect for your summer containers and bedding. Height: 25cm (10”) Spread: 20cm (8”) Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Collection comprises (clockwise from top left):

• Aristo Clarina
• Aristo Beauty
• Aristo Red Velvet
• Schoko

Pelargonium

Let these stunning trailing geraniums spill from your hanging baskets, window boxes and containers. This magnificent ivy leaved collection produces cascades of weather resistant blooms all summer long, so you are guaranteed to have a show stopping display, whatever the weather brings. Fantastic value for money! Stems trail to 60cm (24”). Supplied as 40mm plug plants.

Collection comprises 5 plants each of:

• Blue
• Pink
• Red Star
• Bicolour

Pelargonium

Let these stunning trailing geraniums spill from your hanging baskets, window boxes and containers. This magnificent ivy leaved collection produces cascades of weather resistant blooms all summer long, so you are guaranteed to have a show stopping display, whatever the weather brings. Fantastic value for money! Stems trail to 60cm (24”). Supplied as 40mm plug plants.

Collection comprises 5 plants each of:

• Blue
• Pink
• Red
• Bicolour

Pelargonium

For the true geranium enthusiast this zonal geranium has it all! Fabulous, almost black foliage and audacious scarlet blooms. Create a big impact in summer bedding schemes, or plant them in containers for that prime spot on your patio. Height and spread: 40cm (16”). Supplied as plug plants.

Cranesbill. Syn. Geranium himalayense Plenum.

A charming hardy cranesbill with gently ruffled, double flowers in shades of purple- pink. This perennial geranium blooms persistently from May to September above a mass of delicately lobed foliage. Less vigorous and more compact than many varieties, Birch’s Double is ideal for woodland ground cover and cottage garden borders. Height: 25cm (10”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Bareroot plants supplied.

Cranesbill.

Undemanding and easy to grow, this marvellous mix of perennial geraniums will grow almost anywhere. Perfect for groundcover or filling gaps in borders. Supplied as bare root plants.

Collection comprises 1 bareroot plant each of:

Double Jewel – Double white, star-shaped flowers with contrasting pink-purple centres. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread 30cm (12”).

Summer Skies - Tightly double, mauve-pink flowers with contrasting yellow centres. Height and spread: 60cm (24").

Birch's Double - A charming variety with gently ruffled, double flowers in shades of purple-pink. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread: 60cm (24”).

Cranesbill.

Exquisite double white, star-shaped flowers with contrasting pink-purple centres. This new introduction has neat, compact growth with a more upright habit than many other Geraniums, so it can even be grown in a container on the patio. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread 30cm (12”). Supplied as bare root plants.

Cranesbill.

These hardy cottage garden perennials are deservedly popular for their mass of cup shaped flowers and attractive serrated foliage. Undemanding and easy to grow, this marvellous mix of perennial geraniums will grow almost anywhere. Perfect for groundcover or filling gaps in borders. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 45cm (18”). Bareroot plants supplied.

Cranesbill.

Tightly frilled, mauve-pink flowers with contrasting yellow centres. This double hardy geranium has a tall branching stems with deeply cut foliage. Undemanding and easy to grow, Summer Skies makes an eye catching perennial for cottage garden borders. Height and spread: 60cm (24"). Supplied as bare root plants.

Cranesbill.

These hardy cottage garden perennials are deservedly popular for their mass of cup shaped flowers and attractive serrated foliage. Undemanding and easy to grow, this marvellous mix of perennial geraniums will grow almost anywhere. Perfect for groundcover or filling gaps in borders. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 45cm (18”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

This phenomenal mix really hits the jackpot! Radiant coloured flower heads in red, white, and shades of pink are held aloft a backdrop of large leaves. Reassuringly weather resistant, Geranium Jackpot tolerates wind, rain, or drought. So versatile and undemanding that growing geraniums has never been more rewarding! Supplied as a mix of colours.

Pelargonium

Our best selling zonal geranium! Whether our summer is hot and dry or cold and wet, you can rely on the superb blooms of this much loved variety. Resilient and free flowering, Maverick comes in a marvellous mix of colours. Height and spread: 40cm (16”). Supplied as 35mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Dainty rose-like buds open to reveal magnificent fully double blooms. Free flowering and easy to grow, this cascading ivy leaf geranium is one of the most reliable flowering plants for a torrent of trailing summer colour. Exceptional in containers, hanging baskets, flower pouches and window boxes. Stems trail to 45cm (18”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Ivy leaved geraniums are immensely popular and have advanced to the newly bred double flowered varieties. This variety has been selected from the world's leading breeders. Masses of flowers are produced on long trailing stems from June until October. Delight in their vibrant colours as they cascade from your hanging baskets, flower pouches and window boxes. Stems trail to 60cm (24”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium

A bold colour contrast for a most dramatic black and white display that will last all summer long. Comprises two varieties of trailing ivy leaved geraniums, Trailing Rosebud Black Rose and Trailing Luna. Perfect for filling hanging baskets, pouches and containers. Stems trail to 60cm (24”). Supplied as 40mm plug plants.

Pelargonium.

Dainty rose-like buds open to reveal magnificent fully double blooms. Free flowering and easy to grow, this cascading ivy leaf geranium is one of the most reliable flowering plants for a torrent of trailing summer colour. Exceptional in containers, hanging baskets, flower pouches and window boxes. Stems trail to 45cm (18”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

From Alpine village balconies to your own window boxes, these trailing ivy leaf geraniums are dazzling in any situation. Colourful rosettes of double petals adorn trailing stems of up to 60cm (24”) long. This special selection from the world's leading breeders will set your garden ablaze with colour!

20 plant collection. Comprises 5 plants each of:

Tomcat, Blue Sybil, Mexica Tom and Beau Jangles.

Pelargonium.

Ivy leaved geraniums are immensely popular and have advanced to the newly bred double flowered varieties. This variety has been selected from the world's leading breeders. Masses of flowers are produced on long trailing stems from June until October. Delight in their vibrant colours as they cascade from your hanging baskets, flower pouches and window boxes. Stems trail to 60cm (24”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Ivy leaved geraniums are immensely popular and have advanced to the newly bred double flowered varieties. This variety has been selected from the world's leading breeders. Masses of flowers are produced on long trailing stems from June until October. Delight in their vibrant colours as they cascade from your hanging baskets, flower pouches and window boxes. Stems trail to 60cm (24”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Dainty rose-like buds open to reveal magnificent fully double blooms. Free flowering and easy to grow, this cascading ivy leaf geranium is one of the most reliable flowering plants for a torrent of trailing summer colour. Exceptional in containers, hanging baskets, flower pouches and window boxes. Stems trail to 45cm (18”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

Ivy leaved geraniums are immensely popular and have advanced to the newly bred double flowered varieties. This variety has been selected from the world's leading breeders. Masses of flowers are produced on long trailing stems from June until October. Delight in their vibrant colours as they cascade from your hanging baskets, flower pouches and window boxes. Stems trail to 60cm (24”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Pelargonium.

The world's best yellow geranium! A breeding breakthrough has resulted in this fantastic zonal geranium with true primrose coloured, semi double blooms. It’s compact growth and host of magnificent weather resistant flowers persist throughout summer and long into autumn. Performs brilliantly in patio containers, window boxes, and beds. Height: 30cm (12"). Supplied in 9cm pots.

Large, sunny Gerbera daisy flowers in a vibrant range of colours. Specially bred for British gardens this new variety is hardy down to -5°C. A well loved florist favourite; the cheerful blooms make exceptional and long lasting cut flowers. Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Supplied as 40mm plugs.

Exceptional cherry red and white blooms are carried on spectacular stately flower spikes. Bizar is a slightly shorter variety and does not require staking. Gladiolus flowers look striking in mixed borders, and make an excellent cut flower for indoor displays. Height: 60cm (24”). Supplied as 10/12cm corms.

The dark maroon flowers, with dramatic black edges are a spectacular sight. Their stately stems and bold blooms look striking in mixed borders. Gladiolus flowers are also excellent for cutting. Height: 90cm (36”). Supplied as 10/12cm corms.

This striking variety has deep blue flowers with a pale heart. Blue Isle is slightly earlier to flower than other varieties. The stately stems and flamboyant blooms look striking in mixed borders. Gladiolus flowers are also excellent for cutting. Height: 90cm (36”). Supplied as 10/12cm corms.

This exciting collection of specialist Gladioli boasts an amazing array of blooms on strong stems.Gladiolus flowers look striking in mixed borders, and make an excellent cut flower for indoor displays.
Supplied as 10/12cm corms.

Collection comprises:

• Bizar - Exceptional cherry red and white blooms. Height: 65cm (28”)
• Green Star - Lime green ruffled blooms. Height: 90cm (36”)
• Blue Isle - Dark blue with a light blue heart. Height: 90cm (36”)
• Black Jack - Deep ruby flower with black edges. Height: 90cm (36”)

Gladiolus flowers look striking in mixed borders, and make an excellent cut flower for indoor displays. This exciting half price collection of specialist Gladioli boasts an amazing array of blooms on sturdy stems. Supplied as 10/12cm corms.

Collection comprises:

• Wine and Roses - Rose pink with a red wine blotch. Height: 90cm (36”)
• Princess Margaret Rose - Yellow-orange with flame red edges. Height: 120cm (48”)
• Blue Isle - Dark blue with a light blue heart. Height: 90cm (36”)
• Mon Amour - Pastel shades of yellow, pink and cream. Height: 120cm (48”)

A new take on an old favourite – these gladioli are a world away from the old fashioned types! The small proportions of these colourful beauties means there is no need to provide stakes or supports, so you can even grow them in containers. Glamorous two-toned colour combinations carried on sturdy stems make gladiolus flowers ideal for cutting too. Height: 30cm (12”) Bulb Size: 8/10cm.

This striking variety has bold ruffled blooms in an unusual shade of lime green. Their stately stems and flamboyant blooms look striking in mixed borders. Gladiolus flowers are also excellent for cutting. Height: 90cm (36”). Supplied as 10/12cm corms.

Spectacular stately flower spikes to fill your borders with flamboyant colour! Plant Gladioli in groups at 14 day intervals to extend their flowering season, and enjoy their fabulous blooms all summer long. A wonderful collection of mixed colours and a truly magnificent flower for cutting! Height: 120cm (48”). Corm size: 8/10cm

This spectacular, frost tender, climbing perennial produces a blaze of colour throughout summer. The red and yellow flame-like petals form unusual backward facing flowers up to 10cm (4”) across. A fiery beauty for creating an exotic feel in warm conservatories or greenhouses. Can also be grown outdoors in mild areas if tubers are protected during winter. Height: 2m (78”). Spread: 12” (30cm). Bareroot plants supplied.

Grow your own ‘superfood’! Goji berries are a rich source of antioxidants and vitamins, containing up to 500 times more vitamin C than an orange by weight. Enjoy the sweet liquorice flavour of these nutritious berries straight from your garden from September to November. Hardy and easy to grow, these shrubs will increase their yield year after year. Goji berries are supplied as 38mm plug plants which have been sourced and grown in the E.C. Height: 1.8m (6')

Save space with this easily assembled, 4 tier mini greenhouse. Ideal for growing on plugs, protecting plants from light frosts, and hardening off young plants.

This vibrant collection of alpines and ground cover plants is perfect for suppressing weeds. Collection 1 contains an assortment of different foliage and flower colours for a particularly attractive display.

Height: 15cm (6"). Supplied in 5cm pots.

Ground Cover Collection 1 comprises:

• 3 Sedum acre
• 4 Armeria (Thrift)
• 4 Dianthus
• 4 Sedum kamtschaticum

This vibrant collection of alpines and ground cover plants is perfect for suppressing weeds. Collection 2 contains an assortment of different foliage and flower colours for a particularly attractive display.

Height: 23cm (9"). Supplied in 5cm pots.

Ground Cover Collection 2 comprises:

• 3 Campanula carpatica
• 4 Iberis
• 4 Saxifrage
• 4 Thymus serpyllum

SPECIAL OFFER
Ground Cover Collection 1
plus Ground Cover Collection 2
plus a FREE Shrub Collection.

Ground Cover Collection 1 comprises:

3 Sedum acre

4 Armeria

4 Dianthus

4 Sedum kamtschaticum

Ground Cover Collection 2 comprises:

3 Campanula carpatica

4 Iberis

4 Saxifrage

4 Thymus serpyllum

Shrub Collection comprises:

1 Lonicera (Shrubby Honeysuckle)

1 Buddleia (Butterfly Bush)

1 Forsythia

1 Ribes (Flowering Currant)

1 Philadelphus (Mock Orange)

Everything you need for a stunning summer display.

Flower pouches (4) - easy to use, this is an ingenious way to plant up a colourful arrangement to hang just about anywhere. Size: Diameter 17cm, Ht. 35cm. Each pouch holds 12 plants.

Hanging baskets (2) - made from durable woven polypropylene, this basket is light with pre-cut holes for easy all round planting. Size 37.5cm.

100g Petunia fertiliser - lasting four - six months, apply when planting your baskets and flower pouches to get the best results from your Petunias, one repeat application will keep them blooming for a whole season.

Nerine bowdenii.

Sturdy stems topped with an explosion of pink and white blooms. This autumn flowering bulb is at its best when many other plants are beginning to fade! The impressive display of firework like blooms looks particularly effective when planted in tight groups. Ideal for growing indoors or outside. These hardy bulbs also make superb and long lasting cut flowers. Height: 45cm (18”). Bulb size 12/14cm.

Nerine bowdenii.

Sturdy stems topped with an explosion of pink blooms. This autumn flowering bulb is at its best when many other plants are beginning to fade! The impressive display of firework like blooms looks particularly effective when planted in tight groups. Ideal for growing indoors or outside. These hardy bulbs also make superb and long lasting cut flowers. Height: 45cm (18”). Bulb size 12/14cm.

Airy sprays of tiny pink blooms form frothy mounds throughout summer. This charming semi evergreen perennial has a long association with cottage garden planting schemes and is well loved by florists as a cut flower. Height and spread: 45cm (18”). Bare root plants supplied.