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ALBERT BARTLETT Seed Potatoes
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Ferny foliage, pink flowers. Height 6m (20'); spread 4-6m (12-20'). Supplied in a 2-3 litre pot. Deciduous Frost hardy Full sun Red spider mite, whitefly
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Glorious bronze violet, the finely cut foliage of Albizia julibrissin ' Summer Chocolate' is accompanied by feathery violet & cream blooms. This magnificent RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, Persian Silk Tree can be grown as a free-standing specimen or trained against a sheltered, sunny wall. A handsome tree, hardy to -5 degrees C (23 degrees F), that can be planted in borders outdoors, or grown in a large patio container for a cool conservatory. Flowers July-September. Height 301cm+. Supplied in a 10 litre pot. ...
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Glorious bronze violet, the finely cut foliage of Albizia julibrissin ' Summer Chocolate' is accompanied by feathery violet & cream blooms. This magnificent RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, Persian Silk Tree can be grown as a free-standing specimen or trained against a sheltered, sunny wall. A handsome tree, hardy to -5°C (23°F), that can be planted in borders outdoors, or grown in a large patio container for a cool conservatory. Flowers July-September. Height 301cm+. Supplied in a 10 litre pot. ...
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The beautiful light green leaves resemble ferns or feather that can often measure up to 45cm in length. Aromatic sprays of pink silk blossoms, loved by bees & butterflies. One interesting feature of the Albizia Ombrella is its grey bark which when matured can develop vertical stripes. Albizia are native to subtropic climates & in many areas the Albizia is used as forage for livestock. Full hardy to UK climate & can stand temperatures up to -25C
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Height: 5m (16'). Spread: 2m (6.5').


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The beautiful light green leaves resemble ferns or feather that can often measure up to 45cm in length. Aromatic sprays of pink silk blossoms, loved by bees & butterflies. One interesting feature of the Albizia Ombrella is its grey bark which when matured can develop vertical stripes. Albizia are native to subtropic climates & in many areas the Albizia is used as forage for livestock. Full hardy to UK climate & can stand temperatures up to -25C
- Culinary note
- The leaves & flowers can be used to make tea. Do Not eat the seeds as they are poisonous.
Height: 5m (16'). Spread: 2m (6.5').


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The beautiful light green leaves resemble ferns or feather that can often measure up to 45cm in length. Aromatic sprays of pink silk blossoms, loved by bees & butterflies. One interesting feature of the Albizia Ombrella is its grey bark which when matured can develop vertical stripes. Albizia are native to subtropic climates & in many areas the Albizia is used as forage for livestock. Full hardy to UK climate & can stand temperatures up to -25C
- Culinary note
- The leaves & flowers can be used to make tea. Do Not eat the seeds as they are poisonous.
Height: 5m (16'). Spread: 2m (6.5').


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Hollyhocks, as they are commonly known, have become a favourite for creating that 'cottage garden' feel. This one is ideal for the back of a border, but would make a dramatic arrangement in a vase indoors too, boasting large, fully double blooms up to 10cm (4) in diameter! Flowers July-September. Height 210cm (7'). Supplied in a 9cm pot. ...
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Add drama & structure to your border displays with the glorious colourful flower spikes of this alcea mix. Great for adding height & colour at the back of a border or up against a fence or a wall, this mix will produce many spikes of large single & double blooms in colours including pink, rose, white, & creamy peach. Flowers June-August. Height 100-150cm. Supplied in 9cm pots. ...
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Albizia Julibrissin Plant

Silk tree or Albizia julibrissin is a small, fast growing, deciduous tree with with green leaves structured like feathers. The compound clusters of tiny pink flowers look like fluffy silk powder puffs and they attract honey bees. Flowers July-August. Height 301cm+. Supplied in a 3 litre pot.Hardy in most of the UK, it is deciduous with foliage falling with the first frosts, reappearing late Spring dont give up on it! As a precaution plant in a sheltered spot, perhaps a south-facing wall and protect with mulch or fleece to protect from very low temperatures.
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  • Supplier: Dobies
  • SKU: 297120A
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Silk tree or Albizia julibrissin is a small, fast growing, deciduous tree with with green leaves structured like feathers. The compound clusters of tiny pink flowers look like fluffy silk powder puffs & they attract honey bees. Flowers July-August. Height 301cm+. Supplied in a 3 litre pot. Hardy in most of the UK, it is deciduous with foliage falling with the first frosts, reappearing late Spring dont give up on it! As a precaution plant in a sheltered spot, perhaps a south-facing wall & protect with mulch or fleece to protect from very low temperatures.

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Silk - A natural fibre made by silk worms
Honey - A sweet produce made by honey bees in their hives from pollen and nectar from flowers
Litre - A unit of volume equivilent to 1000 Mililitres
UK - United Kingdom - An island nation in Europe
August - The third season of the year after summer, before winter.
Pink - A colour made by combining red and white
Fleece - A type of material, soft and warm
Wall - A physical barrier between two areas
Small - something that takes up less space than normal.
Powder - a object formed from many tiny pieces.

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Dobies
Dobies is a gardener's dream come true! Since 1880, Dobies has been supplying UK gardeners with the seeds, plants, and supplies that they need in order to help their gardens grow. In recent years they have been consistently rated as one of the best garden suppliers in the UK. Dobies does not sell seed varieties which are the result of genetic modification, choosing to sell non-modified varieties of seeds, bulbs, and plants. They also offer a variety of vegetable seeds and plants in their annual catalogue, making Dobies a smart choice for those looking to begin working on their own allotment. Dobies also offers a wide range of garden equipment so that gardeners can properly take care of their plants. Priding themselves on their history as an indispensable asset to gardeners, Dobies of Devon has more than earned a reputation as one of the best gardening suppliers in the UK.
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