HIBISCUS for exciting tropical
blooms
Teas Nursery has championed the beautiful hibiscus for more
than 55 years. This is an easily grown, free blooming, exotic
bush that adapts well to container growing conditions or as
an annual if planted in the ground in all but the most northern
areas of the country. The following are some of the hardiest
and most easily grown:
Best availability is April through September.
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| Apricot #118498 $10.95
(5 lb.) Lovely double apricot. Good bloomer with
compact growth. |
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| Brilliant #113358 $10.95
(5 lb.) Single, five to seven inch, slightly ruffled,
bright red flowers are borne in great profusion.
vigorous large well branched plant. Nematode resistant,
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Mrs. Jimmy Spangler #113518 $10.95
(5 lb.) Striking medium size red bloom with
wide yellow edge. Prolific bloomer. (3 gallon
$27.50)
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For More Information: We carry other hibiscus that
can be shipped. Call for availability 800-446-7723.
Note: Plants are shipped Mondays by UPS April - Nov (depending
on your weather zone). During or immediately after shipping
your plants may develop yellow leaves. This is to be expected
and is NOT an indication that your plant is in poor health.
New leaves will develop once your plant has become acclimated
to its surroundings.
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The Hibiscus Handbook A publication of the American
Hibiscus Society, this well written book has specific
cultural care for hibiscus. Formerly titled "What
Every Hibiscus Grower Should Know." This 2003 edition
edition comes with a picture section of new hybrids.
Information included for growing in cold climates, hybridizing,
container culture, and grafting. 120 pages.
Stock #315519 $14.95 ( 1 lb.)
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Teas Hibiscus Food now in stock in 4 lb. containers for just
$4.95
Green Light Rose Defense
This new product will defend your roses against insects and
disease without using artificial pesticides. The active ingredient
is Neem oil from the Neem tree in India. It really works and
is affordable, too. Note: Because it is a natural oil you
must use caution when temperatures are high to avoid burning
your plants.
#334801 Pint concentrate $15.49 (1 lb.)
Alfalfa Meal
Alfalfa in meal form to provide an organic source of nitrogen
and potash to the soil for roses and other plants. It contains
an enzyme to promote root growth. When soaked in water, makes
an excellent “tea” for all plants, especially roses.
Stock #381674 3 lb. $9.95 (3 lb.)
Teas
Rose Food
Our own brand of rose food was formulated to provide the
ideal ratio of nutrients for beautiful roses.
Stock #343295 4 lb. tub $4.95 (4 lb.)
Stock #331317 16 lb. bag $12.95 (16 lb.)
Magnesium Sulphate (Epsom Salts) This product provides
magnesium and sulphur and seems to promote basal breaks in
roses. It has an acidifying and greening effect on yellow
leaves in alkaline soils. Instructions for garden applications
are on the bag.
Stock #339032 4 lb. Bag $4.99 (4 lb.)
Miracle Gro for Roses Mix it in a sprayer for foliar
feeding or in a watering can to pour around the plants. Use
water soluble foods when roses are going dormant and should
not receive strong granular preparations.
Stock #331238 1 lb. $5.99 (1 lb.)
Rose Gloves These gloves have plenty of protection
for handling roses when pruning, cutting blooms, etc. Long
cuffs add extra protection. Soft Goatskin leather palms and
reinforced fingertips protect from thorns. Breathable material
for comfort.
( Check for availability)
Est.
1843 
