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 GARDEN PLANTS 20 / 12 / 07
 

New early-flowering pinks for 2008

Jean Stowe introduces a new series of early pinks for those keen to get going in the garden


Early bird pinks
Potted Early Bird pinks


'Pot them in January and they'll start flowering by late March to early April.'



Early Birds are a brand new series of special early-flowering pinks raised by Whetman Pinks in Devon. There are five varieties: Fizzy, Frilly, Rosebud, Sherbet and Stardust. Pot them in January and they'll start flowering by late March to early April. Plugs cost £1 from Whetman Pinks. Phone the company on 01626 863328 for details. Plants in bud will be on sale in garden centres.

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