Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Viburnum dentatum ‘Blue Muffin Christom’
Viburnum dentatum ‘Blue Muffin Christom’ is hardy deciduous shrub that is ideal for growing in a variety of situations. The dense green foliage forms a naturally rounded shape over time, which in late spring becomes smothered in clusters of tiny white flowers, making it a stunning specimen plant.
Viburnum x bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’
Viburnum x bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’ gives excellent winter colour with pretty pink, heavily scented flowers, borne on the bare stems from November to March.
Spiraea japonica ‘Magic Carpet’
Loved by gardeners across the UK for its striking foliage, Spiraea ‘Magic Carpet’ is the deserved holder of a prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit. From early summer onwards, the brilliant foliage adds a striking background for the bright pink blooms. Spiraea ‘Magic Carpet’ is great for all parts of the garden, especially as ground
Weigela ‘Ebony and Ivory’
Weigela ‘Ebony and Ivory’ is one of the smaller Weigelas making it idea for patio containers and raised beds. As the name of this variety suggests, it has superb contrasting foliage and flowers. The leaves are dark-green and slowly darken to deep plum as the summer progresses. The flowers are white, with red throats and
Viburnum plicatum f. plicatum ‘Grandiflorum’
A medium to large sized deciduous shrub that is widely recognised for its showy globe shaped clusters of flowers which appear in late spring and earn it the common name of Japanese Snowball.
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis
In the past, you might have bought Christmas presents for your spouse, your children, your grandchildren, your dog and your great aunt Mildred, but have you ever given a gift to your garden? Now might be a good time to start, because this Christmas Box is an evergreen shrub that’s sure to brighten up those
Thuja occidentalis ‘Tiny Tim’
Thuja occidentalis ‘Tiny Tim’ is, as the name suggests, a dwarf variety of White Cedar which forms a globe-shaped mound of striking green foliage. Suitable for use in borders, containers and rock gardens, this conifer provides easy to trim fresh growth if shaping is required.
Thujopsis dolabrata ‘Solar Flare’
Thujopsis dolabrata ‘Solar Flare’ is great for providing groundcover in your small garden or rockery. The foliage of this hardy dwarf shrub starts off yellow before a touch of green develops as the foliage matures. This evergreen variety grows best when planted in sun and a moisture retentive soil. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 50cm (20).
Weigela florida ‘Polka’
Weigela florida ‘Polka’ looks glorious in summer, with arching branches filled with soft-pink, trumpet-shaped blooms. These nectar-rich flowers attract pollinating insects, and are gently scented. ‘Polka’ has unusual, dark blue-green foliage, forming a dense cloak of leaves that creates an excellent background for summer-flowering perennials in mixed borders. Height: 120cm (48). Spread: 150cm (59).
Thuja occidentalis ‘Danica’
Thuja occidentalis ‘Danica’ is a dwarf variety of White Cedar which tends to be slow growing with fantastic, dome-shaped, bright green foliage. Awarded a prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, this hardy, evergreen, coniferous shrub forms a tinged bronze colour in winter.
Prunus laurocerasus ‘Rotundifolia’
When grown as a hedge, this Cherry Laurel looks smart, glossy and dense. The shiny leaves form a lovely backdrop for the creamy white flower spikes in spring which are a magnet for pollinating insects. As the flowers fade, glossy berries take their place, providing food for hungry birds in the autumn. Height: 2.5m (6.5′).
Prunus lusitanica ‘Angustifolia’
Prunus lusitanica ‘Angustifolia’ is a more formal, tidier looking variety of the Portugal Laurel. Its longer and narrower leaves grow on red-purple stems giving it an interesting appearance and providing some additional colour during the year.
Holly triflora var. kanehirae
Holly triflora var. kanehirae makes an unbeatable, evergreen hedge. Even in cold or costal conditions, the hardy shrub has a dense, branching habit that ensures both privacy and security. Ilex ‘Impala’ also looks attractive in borders, particularly when its pure white flowers appear in the spring. These blooms are succeeded by black berries, which attract
Osmanthus heterophyllus
Holly Olive is a delightful shrub which is very versatile and easy to grow. It can be grown in a wide range of soils from sand, chalk or clay. Osmanthus heterophyllus likes to be planted in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil, Chinese Holly as the name suggests resembles our native holly tree,
Juniperus squamata ‘Holger’
A captivating contrast of steely-blue and gold-tipped growth collide to create Juniperus squamata ‘Holger’. A specimen shrub of much splendor, it develops dense, feathered branches and a neat mounting habit – virtually without maintenance. This beautiful conifer brings both colour and texture to any garden landscape. Height and spread: 150cm (59).
Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta ‘Blue Pacific’
Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta ‘Blue Pacific’ is the perfect choice for busy gardeners as it requires minimal maintenance once established and accepts a broad range of growing conditions. This low growing conifer has a prostrate habit and spreading branches which create a thick layer of needle-like, blue-green foliage. Providing excellent ground cover all year round,
Pieris ‘Forest Flame’
Awarded and RHS AGM for its outstanding garden performance, Pieris ‘Forest Flame’ is a well loved variety, and often thought to be one of the best!. Young spring leaves are bright red fading through coral pink and cream, before reaching their final shade of dark green.
Rose ‘Orange Sensation’
Large, semi-double blooms in a vivid orange will certainly make a huge impact in any garden or rose bed. Rose ‘Orange Sensation’ is a strong growing Floribunda rose that has a delicate fragrance with flowers that pear in early summer and will continue right through into autumn.
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Abbotswood’
Renowned for it’s resilience and ease of growing Potentilla ‘Abbotswood’ or Shrubby Cinquefoil is often found in parks and other landscaping across the UK. If offers such a lot so it’s no wonder that it’s prized in this way. The abundant 4cm wide white flowers can often last through from April to September and then
Juniperus horizontalis ‘Prince of Wales’
Juniperus horizontalis ‘Prince of Wales’ is a prostrate Creeping Juniper with a low, flat growth habit. Over time, the spreading branches will form a dense mat of blue-green foliage that makes excellent evergreen groundcover.
