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Leucothoe Plant 2Ltr Pot (Choice of 3)

£1299
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Leucothoe Evergreen Shrub – 2 Litre Pot (Choice of 3)

Leucothoe is an evergreen shrub grown for its colourful foliage, bringing shades of green, bronze and red to garden displays. Supplied in a 2 litre pot, this selection offers three varieties with distinctive leaf shapes and seasonal colour.

Only one plant supplied. Please specify your preferred variety in the comments box when ordering. Preferences are subject to availability.

Key Features

  • Choice of ‘Curly Red’, ‘Burning Love’ or ‘Zeblid’.

  • Evergreen foliage provides interest throughout the year.

  • Red and bronze tones add colour, particularly during the cooler months.

  • Attractive in patio containers, woodland-style gardens and mixed borders.

  • Prefers acidic soil or ericaceous compost.

  • Supplied in a 2 litre nursery pot.

Colourful Foliage for Borders and Containers

Add texture and seasonal interest to your planting with Leucothoe. ‘Curly Red’ features distinctive curled leaves, while ‘Burning Love’ and ‘Zeblid’ offer pointed foliage with rich red tones. Leaf colour varies with the season and growing conditions.

These decorative shrubs combine beautifully with other acid-loving plants, including heathers, pieris and rhododendrons. Grow in a container of ericaceous compost where your garden soil is unsuitable.

Product Specifications

  • Botanical name: Leucothoe

  • Plant type: Evergreen shrub

  • Varieties: ‘Curly Red’, ‘Burning Love’ and ‘Zeblid’

  • Pot size: 2 litres

  • Foliage: Green, bronze and red tones, depending on variety and season

  • Position: Partial shade

  • Soil: Acidic, moist but well-drained

  • Suitable for: Borders and patio containers

  • Quantity supplied: One plant supplied
    Choice of 3 designs.
    Please specify your choice in the 'Comments' box on the checkout page. If a preference is not given a design will be selected at random.

Plant Care

Plant in acidic soil or use ericaceous compost in a container with drainage holes. Choose a sheltered position in partial shade and water regularly, keeping the compost moist without becoming waterlogged. Rainwater is preferable in hard-water areas.

Remove dead or damaged growth and trim lightly if needed. Plant size, shape and foliage colour will naturally vary.

Bring lasting foliage interest to your garden with a Leucothoe Plant in a 2 litre pot.

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Delivery

Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!

We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.

Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.

Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

Any more questions?

Visit InPost’s [help page](#) for more details or check their blog for tips and updates.

How do I track my delivery?

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.

Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

Still have questions?

Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.