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Spiraea japonica Merlo Green
Features
Height & Width
2' 6" x 2' 6" (80cm x 80cm)
Plant Colour
Dark Pink
Bright purple-red young shoots in spring which become darker over time to make a great contrast with the overall green foliage. In the autumn time they turn bronze.
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Key Info
Plant Group
Shrub
Genus
Spiraea
Flower Colour
Dark Pink
Wildlife Friendly
Wildlife Friendly
Suitable for...
Growing in pots
Growing Conditions
Full Sun, Well-drained, Semi-shade
Plant Container Size
3L
Aspect
Open positions
Sold by
Peter Beales Garden Centre Ltd
Soil Type
Neutral
Deciduous or Evergreen
Deciduous
Foliage
Purple
Flowering Times
Preferred Location
-
Full Sun
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Well-drained
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Semi-shade
Description
Bright purple-red young shoots in spring which become darker over time to make a great contrast with the overall green foliage. In the autumn time they turn bronze. Throughout June the plant is covered in pink flowers reaching up to 8cm. Can be pot grown or suitable for borders.
Please Note!
Please note that these are general instructions which apply to most plants, but not all.
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Advice
Planting and care instructions
Prior to planting ensure the root ball is well watered, preferably by standing the pot in water for 30 minutes.
If planting into the ground make sure the hole is more than wide enough to comfortably fit the plant's root-ball, adding either organic matter or grit (for drainage) depending on soil type. Carefully remove the plant from its plastic pot and place in the hole. Return the soil and gently firm to remove any air pockets and then water well. Using an organic fertiliser or alternatively a mycorrhizal fungus at this stage will aid plant establishment. Make sure to plant at the same depth as in the pot. The exception to this would be Clematis which need to be planted 5cm deeper than they are in the pot to encourage growth below the surface.
After planting it is important not to allow the plant to dry out; especially until it has become well established. It is always better to apply a good quantity of water when needed rather than frequent small amounts which would only serve to encourage root growth too near to the surface of the soil. If planting into pots it is even more important not to allow them to dry out, but adequate drainage must be provided to avoid waterlogging in winter. We would recommend using a good quality compost such as John Innes No.3 which will provide stability and nutrients over a longer period.
The label attached to the plant’s pot will provide specific details about any particular soil requirement and the most suitable location.
More in-depth advice about planting and pruning plants can be found within the advice section of our website.
Delivery
Delivery Information
£3.95 - Standard UK delivery for all orders under £100*
Free delivery for all orders over £100
*Please note that due to increased delivery charges applied by couriers, the actual cost of postage paid by Peter Beales is far greater than the £3.95 we charge our customers. However, we pride ourselves on offering our customers outstanding plants at competitive prices and we have therefore chosen not to pass these delivery price increases on to our customers, and choose to absorb these additional costs ourselves where possible.
PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, our online INTERNATIONAL & NORTHERN IRELAND delivery service is temporarily suspended, please email your enquiry to export@peterbealesroses.com
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Garden plants in containers are available and delivered throughout the year and usually delivered within 3-5 working days from the date of order, unless otherwise stated above.
Please note that if plants are ordered at the same time as roses then the plants may arrive separately, especially during the bare root rose season.
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Bringing joy to gardens for over 50 years
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