Cuckoo Bridge Nursery – The Growers Group https://thegrowers.group Bringing Nature to Life. Thu, 08 May 2025 16:12:34 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://thegrowers.group/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cropped-the-growers-group-square-32x32.png Cuckoo Bridge Nursery – The Growers Group https://thegrowers.group 32 32 Paeonia lactiflora ‘White Cap’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/herbaceous/paeonia-white-cap/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-white-cap/ An upright, bushy herbaceous perennial with dissected dark green foliage, often red-tinged in spring. In early to mid-summer, it bears large, spicily scented Japanese-style flowers with deep rose-pink guard petals and a frilly centre of creamy petaloids that blush pink as they age.

Height and Spread

80cm x 80cm (32in x 32in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia lactiflora ‘Shirley Temple’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/herbaceous/paeonia-shirley-temple/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-shirley-temple/ Large, fully double light rose blooms which turn white with a nice fragrance. A showy flower that looks great in mixed or herbaceous borders and as cut flower.

Height and Spread

90cm x 80cm (36in x 32in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/herbaceous/paeonia-sarah-bernhardt/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-sarah-bernhardt/ Enormous, rose pink, fragrant, double summer flowers over mid green leaves. A magnificent, late- flowering variety. Excellent for a partially sunny border.

Height and Spread

100cm x 90cm (39in x 36in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia ‘Red Charm’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/paeonia-red-charm/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-red-charm/ Large, glossy, deep red, dome-shaped flowers held on upright sturdy stems. A beautiful, early- flowering variety. Excellent for a partially sunny border.

Height and Spread

80cm x 75cm (32in x 30in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia lactiflora ‘Pecher’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/herbaceous/paeonia-pecher/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-pecher/ Large fragrant, pale pink flowers which fade to white as they mature are held on tall stems from late spring to early summer. Wonderful addition to any mixed or herbaceous borders.

Height and Spread

70cm x 80cm (28in x 32in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia lactiflora ‘Miss America’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/herbaceous/paeonia-miss-america/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-miss-america/ An early flowering variety with semi double flowers which change from blush pink to pure white with golden centre. Great as cut flowers or planted in a mixed border.

Height and Spread

90cm x 80cm (36in x 32in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia lactiflora ‘Madame Calot’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/herbaceous/paeonia-madame-calot/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-madame-calot/ A lovely variety which has large, fragrant, double, creamy white, pink flushed flowers with darker pink outer petals in early summer. A showy flower that looks great in mixed or herbaceous borders and as a cut flower.

Height and Spread

80cm x 60cm (32in x 24in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia lactiflora ‘Monsieur Jules Elie’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/herbaceous/paeonia-monsieur-juels-elie/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-monsieur-juels-elie/ Large, fragrant, soft-pink petals with a frosted finish contrast well against an upright bush of broad green foliage in early summer. A stunning addition to a sunny border.

Height and Spread

85cm x 80cm (34in x 32in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia ‘Many Happy Returns’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/paeonia-many-happy-returns/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:46 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-many-happy-returns/ A very floriferous variety which has large, fully double warm red flowers with crinkly edged petals in mid summer. A stunning cut flower that looks great in a mixed or herbaceous border.

Height and Spread

85cm x 70cm (34in x 28in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

]]> Paeonia ‘Henry Bockstoce’ https://thegrowers.group/shop/peonies/paeonia-henry-bockstoce/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:45 +0000 https://thegrowers.group/shop/uncategorized/paeonia-henry-bockstoce/ A lovely variety which has huge, fully double, cardinal red flowers with a sweet fragrance in mid summer. A stunning cut flower that looks great in a mixed or herbaceous border.

Height and Spread

95cm x 80cm (38in x 32in).

Position

Moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Planting

Water well and leave to stand. Prepare the Planting area and fill hole with two parts soil, mixed with one part soil improver and a little general fertiliser. Replace soil around root ball, firm in and water Well. Keep moist until established.

Plant care

Provide support for foliage and flowers.

Peonies can thrive in most soil types, including clay, provided the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged. They prefer a location with full sun or partial shade. When planting herbaceous peonies, ensure the eyes (the dormant pink buds) are positioned no deeper than 2.5cm below the soil surface. Avoid incorporating manure into the soil before planting, as it can cause the eyes to rot.

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