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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!.
Tree tomato - Tamarillo. A semi-woody sub-tropical evergreen shrub with a treelike form that typically grows rapidly to 2.5m with large edible tomato-like fruit on plants with large leaves. Originates from Brazil. 12cm pot
Tecomaria Tropical Twist is a new species grown in the Netherlands in 2016. From May to the end of October, orange to yellow trumpet-shaped flowers appear on the shrub. The Tecomaria Tropical Twist is flowers throughout the season with tropical-looking blooms. Grow in a sunny sheltered spot. 17cm pot
The Psidium cattleyanum (Strawberry Guava) is an evergreen shrub with simple, glossy leaves. It produces strawberry sized fruits that turn purple when mature. They are sweet, aromatic (similar to the strawberry) and can be used in salads, mixed into yoghurt or they can be blended into smoothies or fruit juices. Needs protection in winter so best grown in...
An unusual small tree in the UK, Maclura pomifera has thorny branches and once established, large & pale yellow, orange-like fruit (male and female plants required). The leaves are mid green, turning shades of yellow before falling in autumn. Maclura pomifera is hardy and most suited to a sunny position and any well drained soil (including chalky...
A beautiful rambling rose. It is semi-evergreen with glossy leaves and thornless stems. The flowers are tiny clusters of butter yellow scented double blooms. These smother the graceful stems in early summer. Best grown against a mild sunny wall. A charming and classy plant. 3ltr
A rarely offered Citrus tree that originates from Australia. Also known as the 'Finger Lime' or 'Caviar Lime'. A compact spiny tree that produces finger sized fruits that are full of tiny 'Citrus bombs' that are zesty when eaten. A very unusual Citrus tree and a must have for any collection. 20cm pot approx 50-60cms.
This new variety of Bluebell Creeper produces an abundance of dark azure blue flowers, far more vivid than the parent species. Sollya heterophylla 'Ultra Blue' has a better branching habit too, creating a denser appearance with more blooms. The nodding flowers are borne throughout the summer against a backdrop of slender, evergreen foliage. 3ltr pot
Everlasting Pea. A climbing perennial with winged stems and blue-green leaves and pink flowers from summer to early autumn. Height 2m. Flower colour Purple, Pink. Flowers from June to September. Herbaceous. 2.5ltr pot
Fruiting banana. Large exotic foliage and rapid growth with unusual flower and characteristic fruit after third year. Hardy in milder parts of UK. 15cm pot
Cape honeysuckle is a fast growing, scrambling, multi-stemmed shrub which may grow up to 2-3 m high and spread more than 2.5 m. It is an evergreen plant in warm regions but loses its leaves in colder ones. 2ltr
A hardy fast growing evergreen shrub. Splendid for creating shelter in coastal areas. Makes a superb dense hedge with very fragrant small white flowers followed by orange hips. 2ltr pot. 10% discount for 10-20plants.15% discount for 20-50plants. 20% discount for 50+plants
Tecomaria Tropical Twist is a new species grown in the Netherlands in 2016. From May to the end of October, orange to yellow trumpet-shaped flowers appear on the shrub. The Tecomaria Tropical Twist is flowers throughout the season with tropical-looking blooms. Grow in a sunny sheltered spot. 17cm 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)
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/yellow fruits. Looking really nice. A great gift. 20cm pot.
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 120- 130cms tall. Currently with several colouring fruits. Looking nice. 24cm pot.
Meyer Lemon. A cross between a Lemon and Mandarin producing fruit that are sweeter than normal lemons. Lovely standard 60cm high. Currently with several yellow fruits. 20cm 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
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. Will flower in Spring to form fruits 20cm pot.
A dense upright, evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery light green leaves. Very good in coastal areas. Makes an excellent hedge. 2ltr pots 60cm high bushy plants (including pot) 10% discount for 10-20plants 15% discount for 20-50plants 20% discount for 50+plants
A lovely citrus tree approx 30cm (inc pot), currently with green fruit that will ripen in the new year. An ideal plant for the Citrus novice. Will flower and fruit at the same time. 14cm pot