3 Litre Plastic Plant Pots (Black Round) Pack of 50 by Elixir Gardens ®

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To guarantee success, climbers should be planted somewhere there is suitable support. If it is able to climb without supports, then the wall or fence that it is climbing against should be in good condition. If you are planting a climber against a wall or fence, make sure you leave around 30 – 50cm from the wall to avoid the dry soil that is characteristic of these areas.

The sizing is estimated but this will give a guideline and we have used a garden spade to show the scale reference Our Tricolour Buddleia really is a fantastic plant, it is the very special Butterfly bush to have, as you'll get three different flower colours on the same plant - or at least that how it appears, as we have grown three different varieties together as one. As the plant develops, the branches intermingle, creating an intriguing mixed colour effect that will really get the neighbours talking! This is the size that many nurseries use for 'specimen' plants. These are plants that were grown in 3 litres last year, have been moved into these larger pots, and then grown on for another year. A wide range of perennials are available in 2-litre pots, particularly when you buy them earlier in the season before they have put on growth. Plant the shrub at the same depth as it was in its original pot. Planting too deeply can result in root and stem rot.This is the size for semi-mature shrubs and small trees. They are good for large gardens and instant, dramatic impact. We refer to the size of pots by their volume capacity in litres. The below graphic gives an approximate measurement of the most common pot sizes that we use – think of the ones you’d find in your local garden centre! Climbers should be planted at the same depth as the pot. Water the plant thoroughly after planting, especially in the first few years and during bad weather. Plants against walls may not receive as much rainfall as the plants in the rest of the garden. This is pretty much the size of a full grown shrub or small tree. Once planted it will look like it has been there for years.

This size is commonly used for roses. The pots tend to be deeper than the 3 litre ones as roses like to put their roots down. Shrubs are deciduous or evergreen woody plants, and often provide fragrant flowers, berries and foliage. They are good for structural framework, and they can provide a wonderful shelter and food source for wildlife. We have selected compact cultivars for the tricolour plant, so would expect them to reach an ultimate height or around 1.5-2 metres (5-8ft) in the garden, depending on how hard you prune each year. Keep them at 3-4ft by growing in larger planters and pruning to near ground level before they start in to growth each spring.

pots are ideal for planting younger, more compact plants. Smaller perennials we sell in 1.5L pots include, Dianthus ‘Candy Floss’, Dierama erectum and Lavandula Beezee White. 2 Litre Pots: From 1st January 2021, due to new regulations introduced as a result of the UK's exit from the EU, we very much regret that we are unable to deliver plants out-with the UK. Climbing plants are used to cover arches, obelisks, pergolas, fences and buildings. They can also be used to cover up unsightly features and masonry. True climbers take up little ground space and are perfect for small gardens. Wall shrubs, on the other hand, require more ground space. is the size of pot commonly used for herbs. Herbaceous perennials are also sometimes sold in this size in early spring. Herbs grown by Hillier are available in the smallest 1-litre pot size, perfect for the requirements of these fragrant plants.

Once established, shrubs generally do not require much water. However, at first they need careful, frequent watering and should not be left to dry out.

Container grown shrubs can be grown at any time of year. It is a little known fact that shrubs planted in the autumn and winter will be easier to look after than those planted in the spring and summer, because they will have time to establish and become hardy in the cooler months. Our 2 litre pots have an approximate diameter of 17cm. This popular pot size is used across all our categories, from grasses to potted bulbs to ferns, as it allows us to offer a diverse range of plants which will supply instant impact. 3 Litre Pots:

All shrubs benefit from dead-heading once spent flowers become apparent. Rhododendrons and Lilac especially benefit from the removal of dead flowers. Most shrubs will grow happily in containers, but they will be much more demanding on feeding and watering than shrubs in the ground would be. They will also need potting on every couple of years so that they don’t suffocate or become stunted in their pot. Vulnerable climbers can be protected over the winter months by covering them in a layer of insulation, such as a garden fleece. The size of pot the plant is in always matches its requirements, particularly in terms of root space. So, naturally, bigger plants are delivered in bigger pots!Climbers should be watered well during dry spells. In the spring months, application of a fertiliser that is high in potassium should be used to feed the plant. Mulch it with organic matter, but leave at least 10cm free of mulch around the bark so that it doesn’t rot. A lot of climbers have the natural tendency to climb, and won’t need supports or to be tied-in. Wall shrubs, however, don’t climb naturally but they can be trained to do so. If left untrained, wall shrubs will bush outwards and grow like normal shrubs. Evergreen climbers can also be planted in the autumn, but it is better to plant them in the spring if your garden is exposed. This allows them to become established before the cold weather comes. It has self-rooting tips which spread rapidly to form a dense, ground-hugging, weed suppressing carpet that makes efficient and attractive ground cover among other taller shrubs. Perfect for establishing on slopes and cascading over walls, its tolerance of a wide range of light and soil conditions also makes it an excellent choice for covering the bare ground beneath trees and tall shrubs. Most plants can be grown in a container but some are better suited than others. For a bold statement use a single architectural plant such as topiary plants, Japanese Maples or a Cordyline such as Cordyline australis on their own in the containers. For a more relaxed, natural look use a mixture of upright plants and trailing plants such as a flowering clematis that will spill from the sides of the container. If 'growing your own' appeals, a wide range of fruit trees and fruit bushes will also thrive in containers.