{"product_id":"caryopteris-clandonensis-first-choice","title":"Caryopteris × clandonensis 'First Choice'","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact, deciduous shrub bearing clusters of vivid blue flowers that open from deep indigo-blue buds — and unlike most \u003cem\u003eCaryopteris\u003c\/em\u003e, ‘First Choice’ begins flowering in late spring, up to three months ahead of the rest. Flowering continues right through to September, making it one of the longest-performing shrubs in its genus. An RHS Award of Garden Merit plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBees and other pollinators find it irresistible throughout its long season. The grey-green foliage is handsome throughout, and the compact habit makes it an excellent choice for patio containers. It can be transplanted into a sunny border in autumn for a more permanent home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in full sun in a free-draining but moisture-retentive soil. Hardy in normal winter conditions, though a little shelter from the hardest frosts is beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight × Spread: 60cm × 50cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hardys Cottage Garden Plants","offers":[{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":54498045690198,"sku":null,"price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/hardysplants.co.uk\/products\/caryopteris-clandonensis-first-choice","provider":"Hardy's Cottage Garden Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}