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CAESALPINIA
Commonly known as Nicker-bean
The common name, nicker bean is the fruit of C. bonduc which has established itself on tropical and subtropical beaches. It often gets washed out to sea, hence another name, sea pearl.
Genus of 70 or more deciduous and evergreen species of trees, scandent to climbing shrubs, and perennials from scrub, lowland rainforest and rocky mountain slopes in the tropics and subtropics.
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Evergreen
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging
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Tall Shrub
Buy Varieties of CAESALPINIA
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CAESALPINIA gilliesii
Bird of paradise shrub
a greenhouse plant in all but the mildest locations. Erect racemes of up to 40 yellow flowers with scarlet stamens
Useful extras...
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
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Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.00
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Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.00
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Garden Goodies
Max/Min Digital Thermometer
Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below.
Suitable for use outdoors or in the greenhouse / conservatory.
With batteries included
Only £20.00