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

The peony like flowers of this beautiful hardy bulb are not to be missed. Often purchased as a house plant, they make an eye catching addition to borders and containers, and a pretty cut flower for a vase indoors too! Height: 45cm (18”). Bulb size 3/5cm.

Fruiting from August until well into October, the rich crop of juicy fruits has a delicious flavour. This autumn fruiting variety does not require training or supporting so it can even be grown in a large patio container! Excellent for freezing, desserts, jams, or eaten straight from the plant! Height: 180cm (70”) Spread: 90cm (36”) Height supplied: 50-60cm (20-24”) single canes.

Winner of the Kent Fruit Show for three successive years for outstanding flavour and fruit quality! Once established, this fabulous variety produces a massive crop of 2.5kg of fruit per cane of mouth-watering berries from July through to October. An excellent spine free variety with good disease resistance, which can even be grown in a large patio container! Height:180cm (70”) Spread: 90cm (36”) Height supplied: 50-60cm (20-24”) single canes.

Kniphofia

Also known as the Torch Lily, this easy, reliable perennial is an old favourite for herbaceous borders. Tall stems tower over strap like evergreen foliage, and carry impressive torch-like flower heads formed from a blaze of tiny flowers. The fiery blooms are also highly attractive to bees. Height: 90cm (36”) Spread: 60cm (24”). Bareroot plants supplied.

One of the earliest rhubarb varieties, Timperley Early can be harvested from March. The vigorous growth produces flushes of succulent vivid red stems which are excellent for delicious pies and crumbles. Plant in a border or vegetable plot, or why not try them in a pot on the patio, where they will make an attractive and productive container plant. Height and spread: 45cm (18”) Supplied as bareroot plants.

Robinia pseudoacacia Umbraculifera. Syn: False Acacia

Specially selected for its ‘mop head’ growth habit, this cultivar forms a ball of lush foliage on a clear stem. Pendants of fragrant white flowers followed by black seedpods adorn this attractive tree in summer. This hardy deciduous specimen is ideal for borders and large patio containers, and will even survive in poor, dry soils. Particularly effective when planted as an avenue along driveways or grown as a garden screen. Height supplied: 60cm (24”). Pot grown plant supplied.

A sensational new hybrid tea rose! Originally this dramatic variety was only available as a cut flower, but is now available to grow in your garden. Fragrant deep maroon, almost black, flowers set this apart from any other rose. Contrasts beautifully with pure yellow roses or white lilies. Height: 150cm (60") Spread:100cm (40").Bareroot plant supplied.

Long pointed buds open to reveal the exquisitely fragranced lilac blue blooms of this popular hyrbrid tea rose. This variety will repeat flower and is superb for cutting. Height 100cm (40”). Spread 70cm (28”). Bareroot plant supplied.

Sprays of soft pink fully double flowers are produced throughout the summer against a backdrop of lush green foliage. This repeat flowering, spreading shrub rose makes an excellent groundcover or hedging plant for an informal cottage garden. Height: 90cm (36”) Spread: 120cm (48”) Bareroot plants supplied.

A unique floribunda rose with all the qualities one would expect from a ‘Rose of the Year’ winner which was awarded in 2006. Delicate apricot petals fade out to ivory and eventually pink as they age. Long flowering and fragrant, this elegant rose is hard to beat. Height 90cm (36”). Spread 80cm (32”). Bareroot plant supplied.

This rambling rose is always a star attraction. Its abundance of copper coloured buds open to reveal highly fragrant apricot pink blooms, that perfume the air in mid summer. A vigorous variety which requires plenty of room for its long stems to grow, and will quickly smother pergolas and sunny walls. Height: 5m (15’) Spread 4m (12’) Bare root plant supplied.

A selection of climbing roses in complimentary shades of red and pink that will fill your garden with scent throughout the summer. Perfect for training onto walls and pergolas. Bare root plants supplied.

Collection comprises:

• Masquerade – Incredible double flowers that open yellow and gradually turn to pink then red. Height: 4m (12’) Spread: 2m (6’, 6”)
• Albertine – A vigorous rambler with fragrant apricot pink blooms. Height: 5m (15’) Spread 4m (12’)
• Sunrise – Scented apricot flowers and attractive bronze foliage. Height: 2.5m (8’) Spread: 1.8m (6’)
• Prince's Trust – Fragrant cherry red blooms and glossy green foliage. Height: 4m (12’) Spread: 2m (6’, 6”)

Incredible double flowers that open yellow and gradually turn to pink and finally red. This unique climbing rose may carry three different coloured flowers on the same plant at one time! A strong growing variety with good disease resistance. Height: 4m (12’) Spread: 2m (6’, 6”) Bare root plant supplied.

Fragrant cherry red blooms and glossy green foliage. A strong growing climbing rose with good disease resistance. Perfect for covering walls and fences, or training onto pergolas. Height: 4m (12’) Spread: 2m (6’ 6”) Bareroot plant supplied.

This beautiful climbing rose bears scented apricot flowers on attractive arching stems, set against a backdrop of bronze foliage. Perfect for covering walls and fences, or training onto pergolas. Height: 2.5m (8’) Spread: 1.8m (6’) Bare root plant supplied.

Roses are highly prized in the garden so it is important to buy the best plants available. This collection of hybrid tea roses have been specially selected for their excellent quality with 2 to 5 stems per bush, depending on the variety. Height: Up to 120cm (47”) Spread: Up to 100cm (40”) Bare root plants supplied.

Collection comprises 1 each of:

• Prima Ballerina
• Gold Crown
• Peace
• Blue Moon
• Uncle Walter
• Wendy Cussons
• Cheshire Life
• Pascali

A spicy sweet fragrance exudes from the remarkable blooms. Creamy white centres are surrounded by strawberry red outer petals. This is a truly outstanding hybrid tea with good mildew resistance, and also makes a superb cut flower due to its sturdy upright stems. Height: 100cm (40”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Bareroot plant supplied.

Roses are highly prized in the garden so it is important to buy the best plants available. This collection of fragrant hybrid tea roses have been specially selected for their excellent quality with 2 to 5 stems per bush, depending on the variety. Height: Up to 120cm (47”) Spread: Up to 100cm (40”) Bare root plants supplied.

Pictured clockwise from top left:

• Queen Elizabeth (pink)
• Gold Crown (yellow)
• Uncle Walter (deep red)
• Chandos Beauty (creamy peach)
• Chesire Life (red)
• Blue Moon (lilac)

Large trusses of golden-yellow, semi-double flowers are set against a background of glossy foliage. With a light fragrance and a reputation for good health, it is little wonder that this stunning floribunda rose was awarded ‘Rose of the Year 2004’. Height: 100cm (36”). Spread: 75cm (30”). Bareroot plant supplied.

Red roses have long been considered a symbol of true love. Longer lasting than any bouquet, the ruby red blooms and exquisite fragrance of this beautiful hybrid tea will give your loved one years of pleasure. The perfect way to express your feelings for that special person! Height: 90cm (36”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Bareroot plant supplied.

This charming floribunda rose has a radiance all of its own. Warm coral pink with a divine perfume, are set against a background of lush, dark green, glossy foliage. Height: 90cm (36”). Spread: 75cm (30”). Bareroot plant supplied.

Bursting with flushes of delicate double blooms throughout summer. These delightful miniature roses are ideal for planting in containers and window boxes, or for edging borders and pathways. Height: 38cm (15”). Spread: 30cm (12”). Supplied in 9cm pots.

• Pixie Pink
• Yellow Doll
• Scarlet Pimpernel
• Eleanor Salmon

This new hybrid tea rose cannot fail to delight with its sumptuous, large pink blooms and a superb scent! A charming rose, with a name that will be truly appreciated by Mums everywhere. Height: 120 cm (47”). Spread: 100 cm (40”). Bareroot plant supplied.

This popular variety bears large clusters of double magenta-pink blooms with the most intense fragrance. A striking repeat flowering floribunda rose with glossy, disease resistant foliage. Height: 120cm (48”). Spread: 100cm (40”). Bareroot plant supplied.

Rose of the year in 2003, this floribunda rose bears blooms of the most amazing colour. Semi-double and intensely fragrant, the royal purple petals fade to lilac/blue as they age. Height: 120cm (47”) Spread: 100cm (40”) Bareroot plant supplied.

A stunning collection of our most romantic roses. Specially selected for their beauty and fragrance these choice varieties are the perfect gift for rose lovers everywhere. Height: Up to 120 cm (47”). Spread: 100 cm (40”) Bareroot plants supplied.

Collection comprises 1 each of:

Rose L’Aimant

Rose I Love You

Rose Double Delight

Rose Mum in a Million

Ruffles of perfectly formed petals sculpt these exquisitely scented double blooms. Bred from traditional varieties these repeat flowering roses combine improvements in scent, form, and colour with enhanced disease resistance. A sensational addition to borders, they are available in a striking range of complimentary colours. Choose from 6 different colours or treat yourself to a magnificent rose garden with the full collection! Height: 1m (3’).

This bush variety is one of the best hedging roses available. A wealth of double scarlet flowers contrast beautifully with the dark green foliage throughout summer. Perfect for creating informal hedges and colorful screens, or simply plant them in sunny borders! Height: 120cm (48”) Spread: 100cm (40”) Bareroot plants supplied.

Three entwined stems which flower profusely, almost covering the leaves. Ideal for patio containers and creating focal points in borders. Looks sensational in any garden. Height supplied: 50-60cm (20-24”). Bareroot plant supplied.

An outstanding and beautiful standard rose that cascades with a profusion of lightly scented blue flowers. This fairytale rose can carry so many flowers that you may need to stake it for support! A spectacular focal point for borders and patio containers. Height of stem supplied: 75cm (30”). Spread: 60cm (24”) Bareroot plant supplied.

This attractive rose arch provides decorative support for your climbing plants and a wonderful focal point spanning paths and gateways.

The lightweight metal frame is easy to assemble making it perfect for creating an instant impact in your garden.
Picture for illustration purposes only. Rose arch measures 2.4 x 1.4 metres (8ft x 4.5ft).

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Coneflower/ Black eyed Susan

The world's first red rudbeckia. Sumptuous cherry red flowers up to 10cm (4”) across are borne on robust plants all summer long. Grow them in a mixed border where they will form a good sized branching plant. Great for filling gaps in colourful herbaceous borders, and excellent as a cut flower. Can also be used in bold blocks for providing height in annual bedding schemes. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 35cm (14”). Supplied as plug plants.