{"product_id":"malva-mystic-merlin","title":"Malva Mystic Merlin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe rust-free alternative to hollyhocks — and a magical one. \u003cem\u003eMalva Mystic Merlin\u003c\/em\u003e produces tall, sturdy spikes loaded with silky, saucer-shaped flowers in a rich, mesmerising deep violet-purple intricately veined with dark maroon — a colour that shifts from deep indigo-purple to rich magenta depending on temperature and soil, forming a substantial shrubby mound that flowers tirelessly from early summer through to autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMalva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin' — Hardy Perennial (H5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 90–120cm | Flowers: June–October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow indoors March–April or direct May; full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained soil — drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-seeds freely — naturalises beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding pollinator plant — bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow it with Ammi majus for a combination of deep violet spikes and white lace that is one of the most elegant pairings in the cottage garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55647650283905,"sku":"MAL-MST","price":3.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0923\/8865\/5489\/files\/FullSizeRender_0d47066e-7c21-4c5b-9ed3-caa8dbc5fdd0.jpg?v=1778266933","url":"https:\/\/countrygardens.co.uk\/products\/malva-mystic-merlin","provider":"English Country Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}