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    CLIANTHUS

    All Flower APR-JUN

    Lobster claw, Parrot's beak or, if you like, Kakabeak from that New Zealand parrot.

    Genus of 1 or 2 species of evergreen trailing or climbing shrubs from warm-temperate scrub or woodland in Australia and New Zealand, critically endangered in the wild.

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    • Good to know
      Showy flowers resemble lobster claws
    • Place of origin
      Australia, New Zealand.
    • Evergreen
    • Climber
      Some 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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    Varieties

    CLIANTHUS puniceus 'Albus'
    Pure white lobster claw flowers
     
    Large
    £25.00
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC
    Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
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    CLIANTHUS puniceus 'Flamingo'
    Attractive deep rose-pink flowers
     
    Large
    £25.00
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC
    Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
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    CLIANTHUS puniceus 'Kaka King'
    Scarlet-red flowers. Best grown in the conservatory or against a hot sheltered wall or fence
     
    Large
    £27.50
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC
    Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
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    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden. 200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
    3m²
    £7.00
    10m²
    £15.50
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g
    £6.50
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