2408 Suttons plant growing instruction
GENERAL CARE
Est. 1806
BY APPOINTMENT TO HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN SEEDSMEN SUTTONS CONSUMER PRODUCTS LIMITED
Dear Customer, Thank you for ordering from Suttons. We trust your plants have reached you in perfect condition. Now all you have to do is follow these simple instructions to create a display to be proud of! Your plants have been grown under ideal conditions, and inspected by one of our experts prior to careful packaging and despatch by post. However, should they have been damaged or delayed during delivery, please contact us immediately so that we can replace them. Happy Gardening from everyone at Suttons! Please note: Our Miniplant and Easiplant trays contain extra cells over and above the stated quantity - so that you should normally receive a few extra plants, even if some of the cells are empty.
To achieve that stunning summer long display, please ensure that you regularly check your plants to ensure that they have adequate water, and feed regularly.
All Suttons products should reach you in perfect condition, just as they left us. If you are dissatisfied in any way with their condition on arrival, please let us know within 14 days and we’ll arrange a replacement or refund.
Est. 1806
Growing Instructions
When planting containers, mix a slow release plant food such as Suttons Controlled Release Fertiliser, plus some Water Storing Crystals into the compost. They will then need less attention throughout the summer.
Watering below the foliage canopy of the plants will reduce marking and damage to the flowers. Removing the dead and damaged flower heads will not only improve the appearance of the plants, but will also prevent the plant putting energy into seed production and ensure that more flowers are produced.
REMEMBER Ensure all summer bedding plants are protected from spring frosts. Do not plant outdoors before late May/early June.
If you or a gardening friend need extra plants please phone us - even after the last order dates we may still be able to supply some plants for immediate delivery.
Customer Services:
0844 922 2899 Woodview Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7NG www.suttons.co.uk
www.suttons.co.uk
On Deli your pla very of nts
Do this st
raight aw ay :
• Carefull y and check unpack your plan ts that the co moist. mpost is • Should a dry, wate ny of the compost r carefully be watering u can, and sing a small allow to d • Stand in rain. a li g ht, warm and then p la c e, fo instruction llow the growing o n s in this le a as you ca n - provid flet as soon ed kept mois t, they can they are usu left for up to 3 days ally be .
MINIPLANTS
EASIPLANTS
GARDEN READY PLANTS
POT READY PLANTS
A 7cm pot filled loosely with moist compost is ideal to plant these sturdy young plants into. In each pack you will find a dibber stick. Gently push it through the base hole of each cell and ease the plant and root plug out of the tray, placing it into the centre of the filled pot until the roots of the plug are covered. Firm the compost gently around the base of the plug whilst ensuring the stem and leaves remain above the top layer. Alternatively, plant into trays of compost. A 36x22cm (14x8½") tray will hold up to 24 plants. Grow on in a light place at a temperature of 16˚C (60˚F). For Begonia and Impatiens 18˚C (65˚F) would be even better to encourage quick establishment.
These larger cell grown plants will develop very quickly once planted in 7 to 9cm pots. Ease them from their tray using the dibber stick provided, pushing through the base hole of each cell, then plant into the centre of the pot ensuring all the roots are covered but that the stem and leaves remain exposed. Alternatively, plant into trays of compost. Begonias and Impatiens should ideally be grown on at a minimum temperature of 18˚C (65˚F). For other plants 16˚C (60˚F) would be suitable.
Always ensure that the risk of frost has passed before you plant these into the garden. Should there still be a risk in your area then we suggest that you pot these plants into a 7 to 9cm pot and allow them to develop further somewhere warm and light, before planting, rather than leave them in the growing tray. For planting directly into the garden, ensure that the soil has been dug over and lumps broken down, then plant straight into their flowering position. In areas where the existing soil is poor, incorporate a good handful of compost into each area you are planting. Once planted don’t forget to give your plants a drink and protect them from any slugs and snails that may appear.
We have selected these plants to be grown where you would like something that bit different in areas such as hanging baskets, patio containers, tubs and raised beds. For best performance we recommend that you grow them on further, either in 9 to 11cm pots or in the final planting containers, maintaining a minimum temperature of 1316˚C (55-60˚F). Allowing these plants to establish in this way before placing in their final position outdoors will pay dividends later in the season. Note: when planting, there is no need to remove any net or fibre pot sleeve.
PERENNIAL POT READY PLANTS Pot these plants individually into 10-12cm (4-5”) pots using a good quality potting compost and grow on in a greenhouse, frame or outdoors once the risk of frost has passed. When the plants have been potted for approximately 4-6 weeks apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 7-10 days. Once the plants are fully established and have produced a good root system they can be planted into their flowering position. Ensure that the soil you are planting into is well drained, incorporating a general purpose fertiliser when planting. Plants should be watered directly after planting and during dry spells.
SEEDLINGS (BEGONIAS) Using a dibber (or alternatively a pencil), gently tease the seedling roots apart, ensuring that you handle the plants by their leaves so as not to damage the growing stem. Plant these approximately 4 to 5cm (1½ to 2") apart in trays of compost, ensuring that the roots are covered and that the stem and leaves are above the moist compost. Water very gently to settle them in. To assist quick development grow in a warm light place at a minimum temperature of 18˚C (65˚F). Transfer into pots or space further apart in trays once established.
Approx. 5cm
All sizes are approximate as top growth varies between varieties.
HINT To reduce for weedin the need have plan g once you bedding dted out your can dig o isplay, you planting aver your of weeks rea a couple intend to before you soil warm plant. As the encourag s this will seeds to ge the weed and these erminate removed bcan be plant up yoefore you ur display.
Approx. 7cm Approx. 12cm
HINT If you inte through thnd to plant your bask e side of can use a ets then you than 7cm smaller pot into baske and transfer establishe ts when well d.
Approx. 9cm
Approx. 13cm
Est. 1806
BY APPOINTMENT TO HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN SEEDSMEN SUTTONS CONSUMER PRODUCTS LIMITED
Dear Customer, Thank you for ordering from Suttons. We trust your plants have reached you in perfect condition. Now all you have to do is follow these simple instructions to create a display to be proud of! Your plants have been grown under ideal conditions, and inspected by one of our experts prior to careful packaging and despatch by post. However, should they have been damaged or delayed during delivery, please contact us immediately so that we can replace them. Happy Gardening from everyone at Suttons! Please note: Our Miniplant and Easiplant trays contain extra cells over and above the stated quantity - so that you should normally receive a few extra plants, even if some of the cells are empty.
To achieve that stunning summer long display, please ensure that you regularly check your plants to ensure that they have adequate water, and feed regularly.
All Suttons products should reach you in perfect condition, just as they left us. If you are dissatisfied in any way with their condition on arrival, please let us know within 14 days and we’ll arrange a replacement or refund.
Est. 1806
Growing Instructions
When planting containers, mix a slow release plant food such as Suttons Controlled Release Fertiliser, plus some Water Storing Crystals into the compost. They will then need less attention throughout the summer.
Watering below the foliage canopy of the plants will reduce marking and damage to the flowers. Removing the dead and damaged flower heads will not only improve the appearance of the plants, but will also prevent the plant putting energy into seed production and ensure that more flowers are produced.
REMEMBER Ensure all summer bedding plants are protected from spring frosts. Do not plant outdoors before late May/early June.
If you or a gardening friend need extra plants please phone us - even after the last order dates we may still be able to supply some plants for immediate delivery.
Customer Services:
0844 922 2899 Woodview Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7NG www.suttons.co.uk
www.suttons.co.uk
On Deli your pla very of nts
Do this st
raight aw ay :
• Carefull y and check unpack your plan ts that the co moist. mpost is • Should a dry, wate ny of the compost r carefully be watering u can, and sing a small allow to d • Stand in rain. a li g ht, warm and then p la c e, fo instruction llow the growing o n s in this le a as you ca n - provid flet as soon ed kept mois t, they can they are usu left for up to 3 days ally be .
MINIPLANTS
EASIPLANTS
GARDEN READY PLANTS
POT READY PLANTS
A 7cm pot filled loosely with moist compost is ideal to plant these sturdy young plants into. In each pack you will find a dibber stick. Gently push it through the base hole of each cell and ease the plant and root plug out of the tray, placing it into the centre of the filled pot until the roots of the plug are covered. Firm the compost gently around the base of the plug whilst ensuring the stem and leaves remain above the top layer. Alternatively, plant into trays of compost. A 36x22cm (14x8½") tray will hold up to 24 plants. Grow on in a light place at a temperature of 16˚C (60˚F). For Begonia and Impatiens 18˚C (65˚F) would be even better to encourage quick establishment.
These larger cell grown plants will develop very quickly once planted in 7 to 9cm pots. Ease them from their tray using the dibber stick provided, pushing through the base hole of each cell, then plant into the centre of the pot ensuring all the roots are covered but that the stem and leaves remain exposed. Alternatively, plant into trays of compost. Begonias and Impatiens should ideally be grown on at a minimum temperature of 18˚C (65˚F). For other plants 16˚C (60˚F) would be suitable.
Always ensure that the risk of frost has passed before you plant these into the garden. Should there still be a risk in your area then we suggest that you pot these plants into a 7 to 9cm pot and allow them to develop further somewhere warm and light, before planting, rather than leave them in the growing tray. For planting directly into the garden, ensure that the soil has been dug over and lumps broken down, then plant straight into their flowering position. In areas where the existing soil is poor, incorporate a good handful of compost into each area you are planting. Once planted don’t forget to give your plants a drink and protect them from any slugs and snails that may appear.
We have selected these plants to be grown where you would like something that bit different in areas such as hanging baskets, patio containers, tubs and raised beds. For best performance we recommend that you grow them on further, either in 9 to 11cm pots or in the final planting containers, maintaining a minimum temperature of 1316˚C (55-60˚F). Allowing these plants to establish in this way before placing in their final position outdoors will pay dividends later in the season. Note: when planting, there is no need to remove any net or fibre pot sleeve.
PERENNIAL POT READY PLANTS Pot these plants individually into 10-12cm (4-5”) pots using a good quality potting compost and grow on in a greenhouse, frame or outdoors once the risk of frost has passed. When the plants have been potted for approximately 4-6 weeks apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 7-10 days. Once the plants are fully established and have produced a good root system they can be planted into their flowering position. Ensure that the soil you are planting into is well drained, incorporating a general purpose fertiliser when planting. Plants should be watered directly after planting and during dry spells.
SEEDLINGS (BEGONIAS) Using a dibber (or alternatively a pencil), gently tease the seedling roots apart, ensuring that you handle the plants by their leaves so as not to damage the growing stem. Plant these approximately 4 to 5cm (1½ to 2") apart in trays of compost, ensuring that the roots are covered and that the stem and leaves are above the moist compost. Water very gently to settle them in. To assist quick development grow in a warm light place at a minimum temperature of 18˚C (65˚F). Transfer into pots or space further apart in trays once established.
Approx. 5cm
All sizes are approximate as top growth varies between varieties.
HINT To reduce for weedin the need have plan g once you bedding dted out your can dig o isplay, you planting aver your of weeks rea a couple intend to before you soil warm plant. As the encourag s this will seeds to ge the weed and these erminate removed bcan be plant up yoefore you ur display.
Approx. 7cm Approx. 12cm
HINT If you inte through thnd to plant your bask e side of can use a ets then you than 7cm smaller pot into baske and transfer establishe ts when well d.
Approx. 9cm
Approx. 13cm
