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Amethyst Pot Collection
Three hugely long-performing container plants, the compact variation of Verbena bonariensis (called 'Lollipop'), purple basil and the ever-flowering alonsoa. More
| 15 items 190633-15 | £31.95 |
Delivery mid May
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Three hugely long-performing container plants, the compact variation of Verbena bonariensis (called 'Lollipop'), purple basil and the ever-flowering alonsoa.
This collection contains:- 5 jumbo seedlings of Verbena bonariensis 'Lollipop'
- 5 young plants of Basil 'African Blue'
- 5 seedlings of Alonsoa warscewickii 'Scarlet' (Mask Flower)
| Border Position | Container Garden |
| Soil Type | Broad Tolerance |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Site | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Moist but Well-drained |
| Height | 75cm (30in) |
| Spacing | 20cm (8in) |
| Sowing, Seeds, Planting | Space all plants evenly and position for effect depending on the size and shape of your container. Plant plugs slightly proud of the surface in a bright position, use fresh peat-free multipurpose compost and add crocks for drainage. Plant out after the risk of frosts. |
| Care Tips | Keep moist until established and apply a liquid feed fortnightly through the summer. Deadhead flowers regularly to encourage repeat flowering all summer long. |
| Flowering | July - October |
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
- Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
- Flowers/Harvest
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Plant Delivery - When in stock, please allow up to 4-6 weeks for despatch. For bare root roses, fruit & veg bare roots & crowns, potatoes & garlic, please allow up to 2 weeks for despatch.
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Amethyst Pot Collection reviews
Average based on 3 reviews
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Reviewed 5th August 2019 by Helen Long flowering period, vibrant colours |
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Reviewed 21st November 2018 by Helen Lovely collections that all flowered for months and months |
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Reviewed 16th September 2018 by Mrs Reed The basil and verbena are still looking fabulous but the alonsoa died in June |
