Shrubs

Amelanchier 'La Paloma', previously distributed as Amelanchier laevis, is a wonderful cultivar that deserves to be widely planted. The pure white, pendulous racemes look sensational against the copper-red young leaves in April. Forms a round headed small tree with rich reddish orange autumnal tints. Perfect for smaller gardens. Received an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.

Amelanchier Growing Tips:
They will thrive in moist, well-drained, lime-free soil. The best autumn colour is achieved when they're planted in a full sun position but they do tolerate partial shade.

Height and Spread (after 10 years) :
4m x 3m

Amelanchier lamarckii is a small tree or large shrub with a bushy, spreading habit. Leaves are oval shaped, coppery red and silky when young. Profusion of small white flowers in spring scatter along the branches as the young leaves unfold. Edible fruits are black followed by beautiful orange-red autumn colours. Similar if indistinguishable from Amelanchier Canadensis. Received an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society in 1976.

Amelanchier Growing Tips:
They will thrive in moist, well-drained, lime-free soil. The best autumn colour is achieved when they're planted in a full sun position but they do tolerate partial shade.

Height and Spread (after 10 years):
4m x 3m

Almost thorn-free, the foliage is dark green with large leaves which turn shades of crimson and red in autumn. Clusters of white flowers appear in late spring which are followed by ornamental, edible, red fruit (not gold!) which are nearly as large as crab apples. As well as attracting wildlife to your garden, the edible red fruits can be made into preserves or syrup. This hardy tree can survive in costal sites as well as in milder conditions, and will benefit from occasional pruning.

Crataegus Growing Tips:
Will tolerate a wide range of soils as long as they are well-drained, urban pollution and coastal conditions. Extremley hardy and ideal for the smaller garden. Prefer full sun or partial shade.

Height and Spread (after 10 years):
2.5m x 3.5m

Anglesey Palm / Torbay Palm

3.5m (12ft) eventually

Huge Clusters of deliciously scented white flowers, June - July

Good in sea wind

Good in pot

Sun

Well-drained soil; John Innes Compost No.2 if in a pot

Cut off old dried/damaged leaves after winter

Anglesey Palm / Torbay Palm

3.5m (12ft) eventually

Huge Clusters of deliciously scented white flowers, June - July

Good in sea wind

Good in pot

Sun

Well-drained soil; John Innes Compost No.2 if in a pot

Cut off old dried/damaged leaves after winter

Anglesey Palm / Torbay Palm

Unlike the single stem Cordyline Australis specimen, this multi-stem cultivar has a bushier appearance. The multiple trunks of this tree will need more space, so make sure to choose a spot where this striking plant will have room to grow and develop fully.

Long-lived, this variety can grow to be around 4 to 8 metres tall and up to 4 metres wide, over a period of 20 to 50 years.

Huge Clusters of deliciously scented white flowers, June - July

Good in sea wind

Good in pot

Sun

Well-drained soil; John Innes Compost No.2 if in a pot

Cut off old dried/damaged leaves after winter


Please note: Plant pictured is smaller than 35L - photos are for guidance only

3.5m (12')

Dark red form of the Anglesey Palm / Torbay Palm

Good in sea wind

Good in pot

Sun

Well drained soil / compost

Be prepared to protect in frosty areas during the Winter months

An instant living fence panel - the ideal neighbour friendly screen.

120 x 100cm

Fast-growing large evergreen shrub

Excellent in windy areas, especially on the coast

Tiny, deliciously scented cream flowers, October - November

Plant 75cm (30in) apart for hedge

Sun/Shade

Good, well-drained soil

An instant living fence panel - the ideal neighbour friendly screen.

150 x 90cm

Fast-growing large evergreen shrub

Excellent in windy areas, especially on the coast

Tiny, deliciously scented cream flowers, October - November

Plant 75cm (30in) apart for hedge

Sun/Shade

Good, well-drained soil

3 x 3m wide (10 x 10ft)

Fast-growing large evergreen shrub

Excellent in windy areas, especially on the coast

Tiny, deliciously scented cream flowers, October - November

Plant 75cm (30in) apart for hedge

Sun/Shade

Good, well-drained soil

2m x 2m (7' x 7') or keep trimmed.

Slow-growing evergreen shrub, good in windy sites.

Young leaves 'dusted' with bronzy scales for wind protection, become gold, then cream with a narrow green margin.

Sweet-scented, small cream flowers, November.

Sun

Good well-drained soil.

2 x 2m (7'x7')

Ideal evergreen for windy coast

Broad yellow margin to leaves

Young leaves are protected by bronzy scales

Tiny, strongly honey-scented cream flowers, October - November

Clip, March - April

Sun/Shade

Good, well-drained soil

2.4m x 1.5m (8' x 5') unclipped.

Tough evergreen shrub.

Creamy white-margined leaves, deep green and grey-green in their centre.

Dense, upright, useful for winter effect in pot or border.

Good on coast.

Trim to tidy, April.

Sun/part shade.

Well-drained soil.

Ilex × koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' has large, spiny leaves reminiscent of Chestnut leaves that remain a feature throughout the year. The glossy evergreen leaves grow on bright green stems and are supplemented in small white flowers in spring. In autumn, large red berries can make an appearance. Preferring a sunny position, Ilex × koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' copes well with inland wind. Received the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Height and Spread (after 20 years):
5m x 3m

Height & spread: 1.5m
An upright, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with linear, slightly arching to erect, dark reddish-brown leaves and, on occasion, tiny tubular, red flowers borne on erect stems in Summer.
Moist, well drained soil
Sun or partial shade
Mulch the soil in frosty areas

1.2 m

Form of New Zealand Flax.

Bold evergreen red & pink striped leaves in a large round clump.

Tall stems bear reddish beack-like flowers, July.

Sun.

Good in sea wind.

Good soil - add rotted manure/compost.

Height & spread 2 - 2.5m

A compact, erect, evergreen shrub with glossy, lanceloate leaves, brilliant red when young, later turning dark green.

Panicles of small, creamy-white flowers appear in Spring.

But well-drained soil.

Full sun or partial shade.

Height & spread 3m x 2m

An improved type of 'Red Robin', new leaves emerge brilliant red in early Spring with the colour persisting for longer and further flushes of colour through the season.

Growth is strong, bushy upright and fast, making this evergreen shrub great for screening.

Any moist well drained soil.

Full sun or partial shade.

3 x 3m (10' x 10')

One of the largest New Zealand flaxes.

Architectural clump of evergreen strap-shaped leaves, margined yellow.

Excellent in sea wind.

Sun/part shade.

Well-drained soil to increase frost resistance.

4.5m x 2.4m (15' x 8')

Large evergreen shrub, narrow and open at first, becoming denser after 3 years.

Leaves glossy and red when young, becoming deep green.

Good as specimen or hedge.

Sun.

Average soil.

Some shelter.

Height & spread 50cm

A dwarf, compact, rounded, evergreen shrub with red stems and elliptic, glossy, dark green leaves, reddish bronze when young.

Panicles of small, creamy-white flowers appear in Spring.

Moist well-drained soil.

Sun or partial shade.

Great in containers, plant with John Innes No.2 compost.

Small, beautifully formed and bursting with wonderfully vibrant spring colour, this tree is real eye candy for your front garden, or anywhere else for that matter. Early spring brings graceful yellow catkins turning pink as they mature
Flamingo pink foliage glows through the early spring
Throughout summer this Flamingo tree is covered in pink, green, white and variegated leaves, displaying a true rainbow of colours. Autumn will reveal reddish stems adding another season of interest.

This tree grows to 2m x 1.5m making it ideal for small gardens

Easy to maintain and hardy tree, thriving in all moist and well-drained soils.

Eventual Height & Spread: 2m x 1.5m
Flower Colour: Yellow to pink
Habit: Upright
Hardiness: Fully hardy