Opening Hours:- Tuesday to Friday 10.30am - 5pm, Saturday 10.30 -4pm. Closed Sunday & Monday (exc Bank Holidays)
Tel.01326 290722
The nursery is situated in the Lizard village, which is surrounded by some of the most spectacular coastline you could wish to find. Cross Common Nursery is proud to call itself the most Southerly nursery in mainland Britain.
We specialise in Citrus Trees, Passiflora, Coastal Plants, Unusual and Exotic plants, many of which are propagated on the Nursery. We offer a wide range of plants for customers who dare to be different!.
Buddha's Hand. An unusual citrus tree with curious fruits that has 'fingers'. The fruits are yellow and hand shaped. The fruit is used in China and Japan for perfuming rooms and is a symbol of wealth and happiness. The fruit is almost all peel and pith and is excellent for a very fragrant zest. A plant for the collector. 24cm pot approx 110cm (inc pot).
The Carrubaro Lemon originates from Sicily and is 4 seasons variety. It produces juicy yellow fruits which contrast nicely with the young purplish growth of new leaves and tinged flowers that are highly scented. Nice plants with fruits forming approx 120cms (inc pot)
This many-branched shrub with long serrated leaves that give it a natural scrambling habit. Rust coloured new growth adds depth and texture while the pale-yellow flower spikes are densely packed with blooms from October - January. In cultivation this species often grows smaller than in the wild often mature below 1.5 x 1.5m. 15cm pot
A bushy shrub with yellow or orange flower spikes 75-100 mm wide and up to 450 mm long occur from April to August.Narrow leaves that have serrated edges. In older plants the serrations may be missing and the edge rolled inwards. Prefers a light to medium well-drained soil in an open sunny position, avoid waterlogged soils. Drought and frost resistant and...
An unusual shrub originating from SA to 1.5m tall, with glossy, deep green leaves and racemes of slightly 2-lipped, funnel-shaped pale lilac flowers 5cm across, finely veined with purple. Half Hardy 17cm pot
Blue Bear Grass. A medium sized Nolinia. Hardy down to -12c with good drainage. Warm sheltered position. 3 ltr pot
Leucadendron plants are shrubs or small trees that are mostly evergreen. They have leathery leaves that vary in shape and size depending on the species. The flowers are usually small and inconspicuous, but they are surrounded by striking, colored bracts that dominate the appearance of the inflorescence. Safari Night has a stunning dark foliage. 3ltr pot...
Buddha's Hand. An unusual citrus tree with curious fruits that has 'fingers'. The fruits are yellow and hand shaped. The fruit is used in China and Japan for perfuming rooms and is a symbol of wealth and happiness. The fruit is almost all peel and pith and is excellent for a very fragrant zest. A plant for the collector. 20cm pot approx 70cm (inc pot).
This is a tender compact bushy evergreen with attractive dark needle like leaves. From late spring it bears masses of exquisite saucer shaped reddish pink flowers. These change colour with age to give a 2 tone effect. Best sheltered from cold winds in full sun/part shade in well drained soil. From New Zealand. 3ltr
Meyer Lemon. A cross between a Lemon and Mandarin producing fruit that are sweeter than normal lemons. Lovely standard 110cm high trees inc.pot. Currently with several fruits. 24cm pot
Geraldton Wax. Australian shrub with lots of honey scented flowers in spring. A vibrant pink wax blooms with a crimson red centre open upon a backdrop of fresh, green, fine foliage. Trim lightly after flowering. Excellent for conservatories and patios. 15cm pot.
The beautiful rose pink flowers on this plant make a lovely contrast against the fresh green foliage. Abutilon Aphrodite is a hard to find variety making it very sought after. Its flowers appear in summer, they are bright pink pendants which hang down delicately. 3ltr
Lemon Tree. A Lemon tree approx 70-80cms high looking great with fruits. Flowers and fruits throughout the year. Nice full plants currently with green fruits. Looking really nice. A great gift. 20cm pot.
Feed for citrus plants during the summer. (160g). This item can be posted separately, if no other plants are ordered: p&p charge of £4.50. (Delivery charge will be adjusted when payment processed)
Feed for citrus plants during the winter. Use from October. (160g). This item can be posted separately, if no other plants are ordered: p&p charge of £4.50. (Delivery charge will be adjusted when payment processed)
Lemon Tree. A lovely full standard 4 Seasons lemon tree approximately 110cms tall. Currently with green fruits and bud/flowers. Looking nice. The 4 seasons Lemon will flower and produce fruit several times a year. 24cm pot.
Meyer Lemon. A cross between a Lemon and Mandarin producing fruit that are sweeter than normal lemons. Lovely standard 50-60cm high. Currently with flowers/fruits forming. 19cm pot
Lime Tree. A lovely standard Lime tree, approx 70-80cms (inc pot). A great plant to produce tasty Limes for G&T's. Fruiting sized grafted trees, not currently in fruit. 20cm pot
Lemon Tree. A lovely lemon tree on a short stem approx 55cms high. Flowers and fruits throughout the year. Currently with green fruit. Makes a lovely gift. 16cm pot
Scented leaves with a zesty lime flavour. Used in Thai cooking. This plant also produces flowers and bumpy skinned fruits too. Unusual 'double' leaves. Nice leafy plants Approx. 70-80cms tall. 20cm pot.
A lovely tree approx 70cms high (inc.pot) Produces sweet juicy tasty Oranges. Fruiting sized trees. A lovely plant to give as a gift. Nice trees. Currently with flowers/buds. 20cm pot.
Scented leaves with a zesty lime flavour. Used in Thai cooking. This plant also produces flowers and bumpy skinned fruits too. Young cutting raised plants for growing on. 9cm pot approx 25cm (inc pot) PLEASE NOTE A £3 SHIPPING DISCOUNT WILL BE APPLIED ON DISPATCH FOR SINGLE PLANTS.