{"product_id":"skimmia-japonica-magic-marlot","title":"Skimmia Japonica 'Mystic Marlot' - variegated leaves, fragrant flowers (Japanese lilac)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSkimmia japonica ‘Magic Marlot’ (Mystic Marlot) is a compact and elegant ornamental shrub, highly valued for its variegated foliage, decorative red buds during winter, and fragrant flowers that appear in spring. It is sometimes known by the common name \u003ci\u003e“Japanese lilac”\u003c\/i\u003e, due to the pleasant scent and delicate appearance of its flower clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e🌿 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Plant type: evergreen perennial shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Foliage: dark green with light cream edges, thick, glossy, persistent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Flower buds: bright red, very decorative in autumn and throughout winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Flowers: fragrant, cream-white, appear in April–May and attract pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Fruits: may appear after flowering, grouped in decorative clusters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Light: partial shade or filtered light; avoid strong summer sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Watering: moderately moist soil, but well drained\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Soil: slightly acidic, rich in organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Winter hardiness: about –10°C; in pots requires protection from severe frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Use: gardens, borders, containers, terraces, and balconies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e💚 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy we recommend it:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Variegated foliage, decorative all year round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Decorative red buds in winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Fragrant spring flowers – delicate, exotic notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Compact shrub, ideal for modern spaces or shaded areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Premium appearance, also suitable for ornamental pots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e📏 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight including pot:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e 20–25 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Leaves or buds may show small imperfections due to transport or temperature changes. These do not affect the plant’s vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"with flowers\/buds (10 cm pot)","offer_id":42449580622022,"sku":"","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"with flowers\/buds (13 cm pot)","offer_id":55102619156806,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/skimmia-japonica-mystic-marlot.jpg?v=1764183802","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-sk\/products\/skimmia-japonica-magic-marlot","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}