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Deer resistant and rabbit resistant, this is a superb choice for gardens of all sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Iberis Mermaid Lavender Candytuft Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in a 2 Litre pot as a well-established root ball, ready for planting\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003eStunning lavender-tinted flowers from late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen foliage provides year-round interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent low-growing ground cover forming a dense, spreading mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003eFully hardy – tolerates temperatures well below freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003eDeer resistant and rabbit resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003eLight pruning after flowering encourages a compact habit and may promote a second flush of blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cp\u003eThis sun-loving perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. When growing in containers, ensure the pot has excellent drainage and use a gritty compost mix. Fully hardy with minimal winter care required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iberis sempervirens 'Mermaid Lavender'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candytuft, Evergreen Candytuft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25 cm x 30–50 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-Growing, Dense, Spreading Evergreen Mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, Edging, Rockeries, Walls, Raised Beds, Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Spring to Early Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Green, Evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lavender, Aubrieta, Alpine Plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e This listing is for the Mermaid Lavender variety, featuring soft lavender-tinted blooms rather than the traditional white flowers found on standard Iberis sempervirens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hope Plants Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55818991829377,"sku":"COL-2L-IBE-MER-LAVX1","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/0854\/7722\/files\/file_46c86b83-7599-43fd-8d2a-217adbcdfc15.png?v=1781866059","url":"https:\/\/www.hopeplants.com\/products\/col-2l-ibe-mer-lavx1","provider":"Hope Plants Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}