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Ordered 60 Pearlwort plugs in mid-July as a low maintenance alternative to grass. Packaging and protection was excellent and plugs were in superb condition. I split each plug into 4 and planted directly into the soil which had been well prepared beforehand. The somewhat warmer summer meant more frequent watering to ensure the plugs settled into place. By next summer I anticipate the soil between the stepping stones in the garden to be completely filled with pearlwort. It is planted in direct sun and deeply shaded areas but all are growing and spreading well. Most of the plugs flowered and the spread has been quite amazing. Because of the layout, a lawnmower or strimmer would not fit so an alternative had to be found. Victoriana Nursery provided the perfect solution - a low maintenance grass alternative which also produces small white flowers. Everyone who sees it loves the look and the idea of no real maintenance. Victoriana Nursery has a range of unusual plants so I will definitely be after future purchases and spreading the word to those who are curious or are 'green fingered'. Great value for money. Keep the area weed free as the plants spread and weeds will be a thing of the past.
Colin R., Teignbridge
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Ordered 60 Pearlwort plugs in mid-July as a low maintenance alternative to grass. Packaging and protection was excellent and plugs were in superb condition. I split each plug into 4 and planted directly into the soil which had been well prepared beforehand. The somewhat warmer summer meant more frequent watering to ensure the plugs settled into place. By next summer I anticipate the soil between the stepping stones in the garden to be completely filled with pearlwort. It is planted in direct sun and deeply shaded areas but all are growing and spreading well. Most of the plugs flowered and the spread has been quite amazing. Because of the layout, a lawnmower or strimmer would not fit so an alternative had to be found. Victoriana Nursery provided the perfect solution - a low maintenance grass alternative which also produces small white flowers. Everyone who sees it loves the look and the idea of no real maintenance. Victoriana Nursery has a range of unusual plants so I will definitely be after future purchases and spreading the word to those who are curious or are 'green fingered'. Great value for money. Keep the area weed free as the plants spread and weeds will be a thing of the past.
Colin R., Teignbridge
Alberta Spruce Plant 'Conica'
Picea glauca var albertiana 'Conica'
- Hardy, evergreen conifer.
- Dwarf variety.
- Slow growing.
- Lime green needles.
- Cone shaped.
Supplied as a plant grown in a 7cm pot.
SOLD OUT UNTIL 20221 or more £4.50GBP each. Group & quantity discounts
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This bushy, evergreen dwarf conifer has a conical shape with rigid, needle-like 'leaves' of bright lime green which darken as they age, with brown 'buds' forming on the end of the branches.
These trees can be grown in pots and make lovely little Christmas trees (but don't let them dry out as it makes them go brown!). They can also be planted in the ground.
Originated in Alberta, Canadian Rockies but have been seen in the UK since 1700s.
- Evergreen.
- Hardy to -20C (68F).
- Reaches 8ft (2.5m) tall by 5ft (1.5m) wide in 20 years.
- Slow growing (approximately 2"/5cm per year).
- Likes a sunny position.
- Requires well-drained soil.
- Prefers neutral to acidic soil.
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Plants Awarded The RHS Award Of Garden Merit
A listing of the seed and plant varieties sold by Victoriana Nursery Gardens that have been awarded the Award Of Garden Merit by the RHS.
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