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HP.A2.3 Container grown herbaceous perennials

Plants grown in pot or container should have a good root system applicable to the species/cvs. Plants sold in growth must stand well and upright in the pot or container, the pot or container must be filled for at least 90% with plant roots and soil and the compost must be moist. The surface of the growing medium shall be free of all weeds. Plants shall be supplied in rigid containers or polybags. If polybags are used, then this should be stated. Container grown plants are defined by 'C' followed my a number indicating the volume in litres, e.g. C5 Small container sizes (less than 2 litres) are referred to as Pots. Pot grown plants are defined by P followed by a number indicating the upper, outside width in cm., e.g. P9.

CONTAINER GROWN PERENNIAL (Bergenia cordifolia, 9 cm.)

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