{"product_id":"rhododendron-praecox","title":"Rhododendron ‘Praecox’ (3-Litre Pot)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA cascade of magnificent rosy-purple flowers adorn the striking\u003cstrong\u003e Rhododendron ‘Praecox’, \u003c\/strong\u003ewhich is perfect for adding late winter colour to partially shaded areas of the garden. One of the earliest varieties to bloom, it is free flowering delight that adds long-lasting structure and interest to enjoy with minimal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForming a small evergreen shrub, the dark glossy oval leaves act as a wonderful foil for the flowers and create the perfect backdrop for a host of other plants when it is not in bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow maintenance and easy to grow, this Rhododendron has been recognised by the Royal Horticultural Society who have given it their Award of Garden Merit. This recognises its suitability to the UK climate, its reliability in the garden, good health and consistent growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful addition to a cottage garden display adding the perfect punctuation point to a mixed bed or wonderful planted in a pot to add effortless year-round interest to smaller garden spaces. This sensational shrub will be a long-lasting feature to admire, that gets better as each year passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot size: 3-litre pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower colour: Rosy-purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage colour: Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering period: February, March\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: Evergreen shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil type: Moist but free draining acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight: Partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltimate plant size: Height: 1m-1.5m x Width: 1m-1.5m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll measurements are approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to care for your plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliable and easy to grow, plant your Rhododendron in a partially shaded place that is sheltered from the harsh winter wind, in moist but free draining slightly acidic (ericaceous) soil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56082378490181,"sku":"1020705","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/9fec9c05-rhodoendron-praecox-3-litre-pot.jpg?v=1761657759","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/rhododendron-praecox","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}