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Shire Plants Blog

New Violet

New Violet

20th Feb 2023

This striking violet is new to us this year and will be available in a few weeks. The dark colour of the flowers really stand out at this time of year (flowering early in a polytunnel). As a bonus the … read more
In-the-green bulbs

In-the-green bulbs

25th Jan 2023

For a short time, we have Winter Aconite, Wood Anemone, Native Bluebells, Wild Garlic and Snowdrops available in-the-green. This method of transplanting bulbs is generally more successful and quick … read more
Celandine 'Hyde Hall'

Celandine 'Hyde Hall'

15th Jan 2023

The ivory white flower of this Celandine looks lovely against its shiny bronze leaves in the sunshine. Ficaria verna 'Hyde Hall' is flowering a bit early in a polytunnel. … read more
Ready to resume dispatching orders

Ready to resume dispatching orders

5th Jan 2023

Our packing room is re-stocked with boxes and ready for when we resume dispatching orders next week, following our Christmas and New Year break.We would like to wish all of our customers a very Happy … read more
Home grown mistletoe

Home grown mistletoe

7th Dec 2022

So excited to have our first ever mistletoe berry in the orchard. I sowed berries (from left over sprigs after Christmas), on our apple trees 5 or 6 years ago and these slow-growing, parasitic plants … read more
Solomon's Seal

Solomon's Seal

2nd Dec 2022

Most of us are aware of the cottage garden plant Solomon's Seal, but there have been a number of other common names applied to this plant over the years too.David's Harp, Lady's Seal, Job's Tears … read more
Native Primula Collection

Native Primula Collection

29th Nov 2022

We are currently offering the three native primulas, Primrose, Cowslip and Oxlip as a collection, at a reduced price. These plants will flower in the spring and early summer and can be planted in the … read more
Mugwort

Mugwort

24th Nov 2022

I've been looking into the fascinating history of the Mugwort plant (it's raining outside!).This native wildflower is steeped in folklore and has had many uses over the years. Traditionally it was mad … read more