|
|
Post by bogmyrtle on Mar 25, 2009 9:41:17 GMT 1
I had to buy another one as my last one was smashed when the willow obelisk it was growing up was broken down (by too many wood pigeons landing on it before they went on to the bird table!).
They had a very healthy little one in Morrisons yesterday in amongst all the others, all of £1.79! I'll try and take a photograph of it the weekend - and hopefully this one will be fine!
|
|
|
|
Post by maggyd on Mar 25, 2009 11:42:59 GMT 1
Ill have to look that one up BM I bought that princes Di from Morrisons potted it up its come on lovely a much stronger plant now Ive just stood it outside the greenhouse a couple of days ago while I decide where its going! Morrisons are good but you have to nurture a bit to bring them on, I dont mind that as you can make big savings.  |
|
|
|
Post by maggyd on Mar 25, 2009 15:47:45 GMT 1
Common Name: Clematis
Genus: Clematis
Species: cirrhosa
Cultivar: 'Freckles'
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Chalky/alkaline, Dry
Height: 900cm
Spread: 180cm
Flowering period: December to February
A fairly recent introduction, 'Freckles' has become an instant success. The ferny foliage looks good all year round but in winter the brick red freckled, creamy bell-shaped flowers are a great novelty at a notoriously lean time of year for bloom. Given a mild winter, plants may start flowering before Christmas and continue for 2 to 3 months, but in most seasons they start in the New Year. Plants need a mild climate and a sheltered spot to put on a good show in cold areas they are best grown in a conservatory (this need not be heated). The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
Looks good
|
|
|
|
Post by Sleepy on Mar 25, 2009 16:51:07 GMT 1
Common Name: Clematis Genus: Clematis Species: cirrhosa Cultivar: 'Freckles' Skill Level: Experienced Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade Hardiness: Hardy Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Chalky/alkaline, Dry Height: 900cm Spread: 180cm Flowering period: December to February A fairly recent introduction, 'Freckles' has become an instant success. The ferny foliage looks good all year round but in winter the brick red freckled, creamy bell-shaped flowers are a great novelty at a notoriously lean time of year for bloom. Given a mild winter, plants may start flowering before Christmas and continue for 2 to 3 months, but in most seasons they start in the New Year. Plants need a mild climate and a sheltered spot to put on a good show in cold areas they are best grown in a conservatory (this need not be heated). The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM). Looks good My clematis 'Freckles' flowered for the first time ever last week. ;D |
|
|
|
Post by jasmine on Mar 25, 2009 17:13:02 GMT 1
That was an absolute bargain Myrtle - I will have to pop into Morrisons to see what our one has.
|
|
|
|
Post by bogmyrtle on Mar 25, 2009 18:41:06 GMT 1
Thanks Maggy - bit worried about the skill level though - experienced! It's doomed then  As Maggy said, Jasmine, some of the plants need bringing on but they are good. This one is about 12" high and has loads of fresh green growth on it, and worth a try at the price. They puts loads on the stand in the one local to our office, worth mooching through. Sleepy, do you have a photograph of yours? |
|
|
|
Post by Sleepy on Mar 25, 2009 18:55:24 GMT 1
Thanks Maggy - bit worried about the skill level though - experienced! It's doomed then As Maggy said, Jasmine, some of the plants need bringing on but they are good. This one is about 12" high and has loads of fresh green growth on it, and worth a try at the price. They puts loads on the stand in the one local to our office, worth mooching through. Sleepy, do you have a photograph of yours? It's only the one flower Myrtle, but here it is:  |
|
|
|
Post by maggyd on Mar 25, 2009 21:09:30 GMT 1
Thats lovely Sleepy I dont think Ive seen one flowering this time of year it looks a bit like a hellibore doesnt it? |
|
|
|
Post by ladygardener on Mar 25, 2009 21:30:12 GMT 1
I've thought in the past that it looks a bit like a hellibore too Maggy. That was some bargain you got there Myrtle.  |
|
|
|
Post by jennywren on Mar 27, 2009 7:44:56 GMT 1
Lovely photo Sleepy and all that lush foliage too My first clem out will be Pamela Jackman - her seed heads are as nice as her flowers  |
|
|
|
Post by bogmyrtle on Mar 27, 2009 8:50:18 GMT 1
 Not bad for the price! |
|
|
|
Post by jennywren on Mar 27, 2009 8:51:39 GMT 1
Wow that IS a bargain - well done  |
|
