Plant protection
Perennial crocosmias range from the bright canary yellows to the flashy tomato reds. Plant them bursting out of a group of quieter colours or in a subtropical border packed with hothouse colours. The bulbs freely increase and the flowers can be ... [... more]
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Hagen Exo Terra Repti Glo 5.0 Tropical Terrarium Lamp - ...
 The Exo Terra Repti Glo 5.0 has a moderate to high UVB output similar to that of shady environments such as rain forests and other tropical locations. Reptiles living in these habitats receive less UV radiation because of the many climatological factors ( [... more]
£11.39
Zoo Plus |
Hagen Exo Terra Repti-Glo 5.0 Fluorescent Lamp - 40 W
The Exo Terra Repti Glo 5.0 has a moderate to high UVB output similar to that of shady environments such as rain forests and other tropical locations. Reptiles living in these habitats receive less UV radiation because of the many climatological [... more]
£25.30
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Prevention of malaria
Malaria is a serious disease, which in the worst case may be fatal. It is widespread in tropical and subtropical areas. Treated mosquito nets placed around your bed significantly reduce the risk of infection. From a global viewpoint, malaria ... [... more]
Net Doctor |
Growing sweetcorn with pictures and advice - page 1
Originally a native of sub-tropical areas, sweet corn is the only vegetable which grows in darkness. Sweet corn freshly picked from the garden is far tastier than those from shops. The reason is that the sugar in sweet corn quickly turns to ... [... more]
Garden Action |
How to care and cultivate your French Beans vegetables
French Beans are sub-tropical in origin, and for this reason need a minimum soil temperature of 16°C (60°F). If unprotected, French Beans are in all cases damaged by even one degree of frost. Where the seedlings have appeared above the soil ... [... more]
Garden Action |
Center Parcs Whinfell Forest - 4* - Penrith
*Minimum 3 night stay arrive Friday and 4 night stay arrive Monday* Nestled in a stunning landscape on the edge of the Lake District, it's a wildlife haven, home to one of the few remaining colonies of Red Squirrels. Experience the exhilarating Canyon [... more]
£62.00
Last Minute |
Tenerife - Costa Adeje - Hotel Riu Arecas
A relaxing setting amongst lush, subtropical gardens the Hotel Riu Arecas is a welcome addition to the well-established Riu chain of hotels. This tastefully fitted hotel is situated 2 kilometres from the centre of La Caleta on the Costa Adeje area of [... more]
£99.00
Portland Direct |
Tenerife - Playa De Las Americas - Iberostar Hotel ...
Overlooking the seafront, the popular Iberostar Hotel Torviscas Playa has its own delightful terraces and subtropical gardens, as well as enormous, linked swimming pools for refreshing dips. [... more]
£99.00
Portland Direct |
Spain, Gran Canaria
The volcanic activity that created the Canary Islands has left behind a magnificent legacy. Perhaps the most scenic of the Canarian archipelago, Gran Canaria boasts a stunning mountainous interior where rugged ravines and gaping gulleys become more [... more]
£99.00
Portland Direct |
Cordyline australis 'Purpurea Group'
A good ingredient for a jungly sub-tropical garden or red border, the cabbage palm is a striking foliage plant with its long, thin, arching, purple leaves. It is usually grown in a large container, making a good contrast with the tall yellow ... [... more]
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Musa sikkimensis
This hardy banana makes an excellent addition to the subtropical border or architectural planting scheme. It forms a strong vigorous growing green foliage plant with large oval leaves that have burgundy markings. It is tolerant of most growing ... [... more]
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