{"title":"2 Litre and above Shrubs","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur selection of 2-10 litre larger shrubs gives the option to add instant impact with a more mature plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShrubs are a great addition to any garden and will provide a focal point throughout the season, especially with these large Shrubs as they will give instant impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur ranges include a huge variety such as Hydrangeas, Rhododendron, Acers and Syringa plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can also view our range of younger starter shrubs \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mershallsgarden.com\/collections\/9cm-shrubs-1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"corylus-avelana-contorta-3-ltr-51405597","title":"Corylus Avelana 'Contorta'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContorted and twisted branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows well in chalky soil in sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Contorta' is a large deciduous shrub with highly contorted and twisted branches bearing broadly ovate leaves and pendent yellow male catkins in late winter and early spring; useful for winter flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 3L Plant","offer_id":32717263994931,"sku":"51405597","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/corylus-avelana-contorta.jpg?v=1770885237"},{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-butterfly-3-ltr-51405732","title":"Acer palmatum 'Butterfly'","description":"\u003cul\u003e \n\u003cli\u003eGreen leaves flecked with cream and edged in pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking autumn colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall ornamental tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eAcer palmatum Butterfly is a charming ornamental small tree, ideal for small garden or a large container. Its lobed and serrated green leaves are flecked with cream and often edged with pink. The cream areas of the leaves turn vibrant scarlet in autumn before falling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 3L Plant","offer_id":39350785015859,"sku":"51405732","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 x 9cm Plant","offer_id":56333614514555,"sku":"51405510","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 x 9cm Plants","offer_id":56333614547323,"sku":"51405541","price":35.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/Acer-palmatum-Butterfly-Nova-4.jpg?v=1771309853"},{"product_id":"hydrangea-runaway-bride-2ltr-plant-51405784","title":"Hydrangea 'Runaway Bride'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers from late spring to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbundant white lace-cap flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNamed Plant of the Year at the 2018 Chelsea Flower Show\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptionally floriferous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exciting new introduction in 2018, award-winning Hydrangea Runaway Bride produces flowers not just at the tips of its stems, but at each leaf joint as well, resulting in an abundance of flowerheads all along its stems. The white lacecap flowerheads take on a pink tinge as they age, and the semi-trailing stems make this vigorous shrub a superb choice for a large pot or in a shady border. 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Firm the soil around the plant and water well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ePlanting in containers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eChoose a pot with good drainage holes. Place stones or crocks (bits of broken pottery) at the bottom of the pot to stop the drainage holes clogging up. Use a good quality?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mershallsgarden.com\/collections\/compost-1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e. Feed and water container-grown plants regularly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to plant and what to expect at different times of the year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can plant hardy shrubs, trees and perennials at any time of the year avoiding the two extremes of heat and cold. During the summer months when it is hot and dry the need for watering becomes crucial to aid successful establishment and in the winter when the soil is frozen the plants will not be in active growth either above or below ground and risk getting cold damage. The same is true on the stage or growth you can expect your plants to be delivered in and this will be directly related to the time of year and the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen ordering through the year, here’s a summary of what to expect when receiving your plants:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Months: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants supplied in spring will be starting to show signs of active growth above and below ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Months: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants supplied in the late summer will be more advanced in size and flower stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Months: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn the autumn plants will be changing colour, showing signs of leaf colour breakdown and be preparing to shut down for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Months: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants ordered and supplied during the winter months will be dormant and therefore may not be showing growth above the soil level or consist of bare branches with no leaves or bare roots with no soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are all perfectly normal and natural for these types of plants growing in the northern hemisphere.  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This American variety is less vigorous than the Chinese or Japanese wisterias and can be grown in a large container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eHow you will receive your plants:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eSelected by our team of experts and sent from our nursery, you will receive your plant in a pot, ready to plant out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eCan’t plant straight away?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ePlace the pot in a sheltered spot outdoors and water regularly to keep the soil moist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ePlanting in the ground:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eDig a hole slightly wider than the rootball of the plant. 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Firm the soil around the plant and water well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ePlanting in containers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eChoose a pot with good drainage holes. Place stones or crocks (bits of broken pottery) at the bottom of the pot to stop the drainage holes clogging up. Use a good quality?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mershallsgarden.com\/collections\/compost-1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e. Feed and water container-grown plants regularly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":225,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAftercare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly in the first year after planting and during dry periods. Feed in spring with a slow-release high potash feed such as rose fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrune in summer, cutting back the current year’s growth of long whippy shoots to five or six leaves from the main branches. Prune again in January or February, cutting these shoots back again to 2-3 buds from the main branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to plant and what to expect at different times of the year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can plant hardy shrubs, trees and perennials at any time of the year avoiding the two extremes of heat and cold. During the summer months when it is hot and dry the need for watering becomes crucial to aid successful establishment and in the winter when the soil is frozen the plants will not be in active growth either above or below ground and risk getting cold damage. The same is true on the stage or growth you can expect your plants to be delivered in and this will be directly related to the time of year and the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen ordering through the year, here’s a summary of what to expect when receiving your plants:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Months: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants supplied in spring will be starting to show signs of active growth above and below ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Months: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants supplied in the late summer will be more advanced in size and flower stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Months: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn the autumn plants will be changing colour, showing signs of leaf colour breakdown and be preparing to shut down for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Months: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants ordered and supplied during the winter months will be dormant and therefore may not be showing growth above the soil level or consist of bare branches with no leaves or bare roots with no soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are all perfectly normal and natural for these types of plants growing in the northern hemisphere.  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