{"title":"Magnolia Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow magnolia plants for distinctive, large flowers that bring elegance to your borders and containers from early spring into summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"magnolia-stellata-rosea-9cm-plant-51404984","title":"Magnolia Stellata 'Rosea'","description":"\u003cul\u003e \n\u003cli\u003eStarry pink flowers in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia stellata 'Rosea' is a compact variety, with with masses of soft pink starry flowers on bare branches in spring. Smaller than other star magnolias, this attractive deciduous shrub makes a beautiful specimen plant for a small garden or even in a large container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in a sunny, sheltered spot, avoiding east-facing sites as frosts followed by sunshine can damage the buds before they have time to thaw. Prune in midsummer, only if necessary to remove damaged or crossing branches. Mulch well with compost or leaf mould in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 7.5L Plant","offer_id":55536893395323,"sku":"51406064","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/products\/5140-4984MagnoliaStellataRosea.jpg?v=1621582875"},{"product_id":"magnolia-liliflora-nigra-3ltr-plant-51405853","title":"Magnolia liliflora 'Nigra'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant deep pink flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers in spring and summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood tree for small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia liliflora 'Nigra' is an exceptionally attractive small tree with dramatic deep pink goblet-shaped flowers in spring. Further flowers appear intermittently through summer. An ideal tree for small gardens.\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. Place the plant in the hole so that it sits at the same level in the ground as it did in the pot. When backfilling, mix in a?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mershallsgarden.com\/collections\/soil-improvers\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003esoil improver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e?such as well-rotted farmyard manure. 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.  All will still have a very healthy root system that can be planted when the weather is favourable by keeping the new soil level equal to the pot level and therefore not covering the crown of the plant at all.  Planting during the autumn and winter months will allow for early establishment in the season and a bigger and better display throughout the main growing season. For more information on our plant sizes \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mershallsgarden.com\/pages\/a-handy-guide-to-our-plant-sizes\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Our Plant Size Guide\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 3L Plant","offer_id":40686677262387,"sku":"51405853","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/51405853-Magnolia-Liliflora-nigra-3L-IH-12.jpg?v=1743660553"},{"product_id":"magnolia-little-gem-7l-plant-51405979","title":"Magnolia 'Little Gem'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-growing evergreen tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossy green leaves with felted brown undersides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig scented white flowers in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes a superb focal point for small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia ‘Little Gem’ is a beautiful small tree with glossy green leaves that look good all year round. Big, scented white flowers stand out against the evergreen foliage in late summer and early autumn, and the felted brown undersides of the leaves add flashes of extra colour and interest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia ‘Little Gem’ is slow-growing, with a narrow, columnar shape, so this quarter-standard tree is ideal for gardens with limited space, and makes an elegant focal point in a small border or a patio container.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 7L Tree","offer_id":41640835547187,"sku":"51405979","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/51405975_51405979_Magnolia-Little-Gem-half-std-15L-1-Nova_5bdf8ba5-f6ed-4b6f-bd57-06c1a32e4c74.jpg?v=1707909475"},{"product_id":"magnolia-plant-grandiflora-alta","title":"Magnolia Grandiflora 'Alta'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking evergreen tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossy green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant white cup-shaped flowers in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow, upright shape, good for gardens with limited space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriking evergreen tree Magnolia grandiflora ‘Alta’ has a narrow, upright shape ideal for gardens with limited space. Its glossy green leaves with their distinctive furry brown undersides look good all year round and the fragrant cup-shaped white flowers that appear in summer add a touch of exotic glamour. This elegant, slow-growing magnolia makes a beautiful feature plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 3L Plant","offer_id":54862676525435,"sku":"51406054","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/50102022-magalta-Magnolia-Alta_Close-up-flower_2-Plantipp.jpg?v=1728043592"},{"product_id":"magnolia-plant-susan","title":"Magnolia 'Susan'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental tree ideal for small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful purple-pink flowers on bare branches in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRHS Recommended: Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia ‘Susan’ brings gorgeous colour to the garden in spring, producing large fragrant purple-pink goblet-shaped flowers on bare branches in April and May. These are followed by glossy green leaves. This beautiful small tree makes a fantastic feature plant for a courtyard or small garden, and holds the RHS Recommended: Award of Garden Merit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 9cm Plant","offer_id":54862678917499,"sku":"51406056","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/50102023-magnolia-susan-2-Newey.jpg?v=1728043662"},{"product_id":"magnolia-plant-grandiflora","title":"Magnolia 'Grandiflora'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen tree with glossy deep green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig lemon-scented white flowers in late summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds a tropical feel to the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows well in most soil types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia grandiflora is an impressive evergreen tree with glossy deep green leaves and spectacular big lemon-scented white flowers in late summer. The exotic-looking flowers stand out superbly against the dark leaves, adding a tropical touch to the garden. 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This lovely, compact magnolia is perfect for small gardens, and is a deserving holder of the RHS Recommended: Award of Garden Merit. It’s easy to grow, trouble-free and low-maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 9cm Plant","offer_id":54862680916347,"sku":"51405491","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 x 9cm Plants","offer_id":56199292617083,"sku":"51405171","price":23.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 x 3L Plant","offer_id":54862680949115,"sku":"51406055","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/Magnolia-Heaven-Scent-9cm-1-Nova.jpg?v=1770650205"},{"product_id":"magnolia-plant-leonard-messel","title":"Magnolia 'Leonard Messel'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrate spring with the lovely star-like flowers of Magnolia ‘Leonard Messel’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat rounded shape that’s perfect for small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in moist but well-drained neutral or acid soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolder of the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ‘Leonard Messel’ magnolia is sure to attraction attention in mid spring. Produces a profusion of pink goblet-like buds that open into star-like blooms on bare branches, with leaves appearing afterwards. This magnolia grows as a tree or large shrub and has a lovely rounded shape that needs little maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 9cm Plant","offer_id":54862681506171,"sku":"51405397","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 x 9cm Plants","offer_id":56199292977531,"sku":"51405172","price":18.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 x 7.5L Plant","offer_id":54862681538939,"sku":"51405951","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 x 3L Plant","offer_id":55693021938043,"sku":"51405824","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/51405397_Magnolia-loebneri-Leonard-Messel-20190325-A-Hoogenraad.jpg?v=1770650205"},{"product_id":"magnolia-stellata-plant-royal-star","title":"Magnolia Stellata 'Royal Star'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarry white flowers in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, slow-growing tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia stellata 'Royal Star' looks sensational in spring, with its bare branches smothered in large starry white flowers with a delicate fragrance. 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