The New Guineas have just arrived! In a variety of wonderful colours, they are grown for us by JB Plants at Mere....
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New Guineas are here!
Bedding and Patio Plants
We have our usual extensive range again this year. Evolvulus was new last year, and we were so delighted with it that we are doing it again this year. Stunning blue flowers, a bit slow to get going but well worth the wait. We have started it earlier this year to try...
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Planting Season (posted 28 April 2022)
The main planting season for annual bedding is upon us. It is a good idea to buy ahead and harden off some of the more tender annuals before you plant. Half-hardy annuals can go out now. Do remember that even if we have warm days, the nights can be chilly,...
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Newsletter from Downside
Please find a link to our latest newsletter issued on 28th April. To subscribe, please complete the pop up you’ll see on screen or on the left hand of the pages as you go through. We send out about six a year but do add some news items to the...
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Tomatoes at Downside as of 5th April 2022
We are growing 15 varieties this year – more than ever: something for everyone. Alas, two old favourites are missing: Gardener’s Delight and Tumbler. There is simply no seed available this year, so you are unlikely to find them elsewhere either. To replace Gardener’s Delight, we are growing Sweet Million...
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