Abies amabalis PACIFIC SILVER FIR this evergreen native of NW North America has a regular conic crown with stout shoots bearing dark glossy leaves with silver bands beneath. Grows best in damp acidic soils , will not tolerate lime. Plant in full sun or part shade height at maturity 30 m ( 90 ft ).
Abies koreana KOREAN FIR native of Korea this evergreen is slow growing and flowers at a early age with female flowers being red, green , pink or white whilst the cones are blue. Leaves are pure white beneath. Grows best in areas of high rainfall. Plant in full sun. Height at maturity 10 m ( 30 ft ). Recommended for small gardens.
Abies normandiana ambrol CAUCASIAN FIR this evergreen native of SW Asia is widely used in the Christmas tree trade. Height at maturity 35 m ( 100 ft ) AGM.
Acer beurgeurianum TRIDENT MAPLE native to China this an excellent tree for the small garden with flaky pale orange and brown bark, whilst the delicate 3 lobed leaves turn a brilliant crimson in Autumn. Grows well in a variety of soil types including acid sand, clay. Slow growing. Fully Hardy. Height at maturity 15 m (45 ft).
Acer campestre FIELD MAPLE native of Europe this tree is found growing on limestone and chalk, but will tolerate sandy soils and clay. It is tolerant of pollution and can be planted in cities. Has good autumn colour. Fully hardy. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Height at maturity 15m( 45 ft ).AGM.
Acer cappodocicum aureum a medium sized tree growing to 50 ft with broad 5 to 7 lobed leaves red when young, turning green in summer and yellow in autumn. AGM.
Acer caudatifolium native to Taiwan this small slender tree, with thin densely packed branches, and white striped bark, long wide leaves almost unlobed. Flowers purplish. Height up to 40 ft. Given the RHS AGM in 1984.
Acer cissifolium native to Japan this trifoliate maple is dioeceous with female plants having dense pendulous panicles of yellow flowers. Leaves grey green.Autumn colour red and yellow Growing up to 30 ft.
Acer davidii PERE DAVID’S MAPLE native to China this snake bark maple has green striped bark with white and red .Often grown as a multi-stemmed specimen to enhance this feature. Fully Hardy, fast growing tree growing to 10 m (30 ft) at maturity. Plant in full sun to part shade.
Acer ginnala flame AMUR MAPLE native of Northern China and Mongolia this extremely hardy plant comes into flower with pale yellow scented blooms as the leaves emerge yellowish. By the time the leaves have developed a dark green colour the red tinged samaras hang in bunches. In Autumn the leaves turn a brilliant red. Given the RHS AGM in 1993. Common in cultivation and frequently planted in swathes in parks and public gardens. Rarely a single stemmed tree. Height at maturity 10m ( 30 ft ).
Acer grosseri HER’S MAPLE small deciduous tree native of China. This tree has purplish branchlets and round papery leaflets with 3 to 5 lobes; yellow green flowers produced on slender racemes, whilst yellow brown fruits are borne at right angles in horizontal sprays. One of the snake bark maples it has bright white stripes borne on a green background. Good autumn colour with leaves turning yellow then bright orange or crimson. Height at maturity 11m ( 35 ft ).
Acer henryi native of China this medium sized tree has trifoliate leaves with flowers in slender white spikes. Samaras in drooping white racemes. Deciduous. Growing up to 30ft.Rare in cultivation. A collectors item.
Acer japonicum native of Japanese forests this shrubby tree grows up to 30 ft with wide lobed leaves which turn splendid shades of red, orange and yellow in autumn. Flowers are long drooping corymbs , purplish in colour. Vitifolium very similar to the species and difficult to distinguish between some of the other Japanese maple cultivars. AGM.
Acer maximowiczii ( syn.nikoense ) native of China and Japan, this small deciduous tree , has small triangular leaves with reddish purple branchlets. Yellowy green flowers hang in pendant racemes. Height at maturity 8 m ( 25 ft ).
Acer opalus ITALIAN MAPLE deciduous medium sized tree native to N.Africa. Leaves 5 lobed, lobes rounded green. Flowers in short yellow terminal umbels in spring. Autumn colour golden yellow. Height at maturity 60ft. Although common in collections this tree is rare in gardens and is a collectors item.
Acer palmatum SMOOTH JAPANESE MAPLE native to Japan this small tree has handsome 5-7 lobed delicate leaves which have brilliant colour in autumn, whilst red hanging flowers and fruit provide further interest. There are many varieties of this tree – both cut leaf (dissectum) and purple ( atropurpureum ) are available. Fully hardy these trees should be planted in partial shade, in a location sheltered from cold winds Height at maturity 10 m.
Japanese Maples in variety
Asahi-zuru ( maple of the morning sun ) a vase shaped shrubby tree growing up to 30 ft, densely branched with pink and white variegated leaves.
Bloodgood a tree like shrub reaching 30ft or more. Sparsely branched with 5 or 7 lobed palmate leaves with dark wine-red colour turning brilliant red in autumn. Samaras glowing red. An upright rather than spreading shrub. Given AGM in 1993.
Burgundy Lace a spreading shrub growing to 25ft * 25ft. Deeply divided 7 lobed leaves with dissected margins. Dark red in colour. Samaras red. Given AGM in 1993.
Chisio Improved A densely branched shrub growing up to 15 ft with wide 5 lobed leaves unfurling brilliant scarlet turning pinkish and later bluish green with red margins. Requires shelter.
Crimson Queen Good deep red coloured foliage, and carries this colour throughout the growing season. It ages into a beautiful cascading form. It can reach 3 - 4 meters in height. Autumn colour is a spectacular deep crimson. Given AGM in 1993.
Deshojo a shrub growing to 12 ft with thin branchlets and shoots. Leaves wide 5 lobed unfurling brilliant red, later turning dark pink then green. Requires shelter.
Dissectum a mushroom shaped shrub with 7 lobed finely dissected bright green leaves turning yellow in autumn growing up to 13ft. Given AGM in 1984.
Filigree a slow growing mushroom shaped shrub growing up to 6 ft . Leaves are finely dissected, bright green turning yellow in autumn.
Garnet a vigorous shrub growing up to 10 ft * 12 ft. Leaves dissected, dark wine red brightening in autumn. Given AGM in 1993. Suitable for small gardens.
Inabashidare a mushroom shaped shrub with cascading branches growing up to 10 ft and as wide. Leaves dark wine red dissected keeping their colour in to autumn. Given AGM in 1993.
Katsura a tree like shrub growing up to 30 ft, densely branched with wide 5 lobed leaves unfurling orange later turning yellow and finally orange again in autumn. One of the most spectacular Japanese Maples.
Linearlobum a densely branched tree like shrub with very narrow 5 or 7 lobed leaves, bright green colour turning yellow in autumn. Given AGM in 1993.
Nicholsonii a shrubby tree growing up to 15 ft. Leaves large 7 lobed unfurling olive green turning brilliant orange red in autumn.
Orange Dream a densely branched shrub growing up to 25 ft. Leaves golden yellow as unfolding, becoming greenish in summer, turning golden orange in autumn. Suitable for medium sized gardens.
Orangeola a large shrub with cascading branches. Leaves finely divided orange red as unfolding turning brown red or green in summer turning a brilliant orange red in autumn. Leaves persist until mid November so good autumn display. Height6-8ft spread 3-5ft perhaps taller if staked due to pendulous nature.
Oridonishiki an upright growing shrub growing up to 20 ft. Wide 5 lobed green leaves heavily variegated pink and white.
Ornatum a large mushroom shaped shrub growing up to 10 ft. Leaves are deeply dissected and incised, dark brown as unfolding turning red, orange and yellow in autumn.
Red Pygmy a moderate sized shrub growing to 12 ft * 6 ft. Five lobed linear leaves unfurling dark purple turning greenish brown and finally red in autumn. Given AGM in 1993.
Seiryu a tree like shrub upright growing, up to 30 ft . Deeply dissected leaves are a fresh green colour turning dark red/purple in autumn. Given AGM in 1993. Suitable for larger gardens.
Shiana a dwarf shrub growing to 30 ft * 30 ft . Deeply divided leaves two toned dark red and maroon. Given AGM in 1993.
Trompenburgh a slender upright growing tree with 7 lobed dark shining convex purple leaves. Given preliminary AGM 1984. Grows up to 30ft.
Villa taranto a vase shaped shrub growing up to 12 ft * 12 ft , openly branched. Linear 5 lobed leaves unfurling a dull purple turning dark green followed by golden yellow autumn colour.
Acer palmatum ssp. amoenum a shrub growing to 30ft or more. Leaves wide 7 lobed divided to half the width of the leaf, bright green turning yellow in autumn. Flowers in pendulous racemes reddish white in colour. Native to mountain regions of Japan. Suitable for larger gardens.
Acer palmatum ssp. matsumurae a large shrubby tree with deeply divided fresh green leaves turning yellow in autumn. Native of the forests of Japan. Suitable for medium sized gardens.
Acer pectinatum Alice a shrub growing to 20ft with striped pinkish bark with 3 or 5 lobed green leaves which show white, cream and dark pink variegation during summer. Older plants should be pruned occasionally to maintain this feature.
Acer pensylvanicum MOOSE WOOD MAPLE Small deciduous tree with attractive striped bark and red buds in winter. Large 3 lobed leaves turning butter yellow in autumn. Height at maturity 30 ft. Suitable for small gardens.
Acer platanoides Drumondii a medium sized to large tree, lobed leaves have a broad marginal band of creamy white. Growing to approximately 50ft. Any branches which revert to green should be removed. AGM.
Acer platanoides Royal Red a large handsome tree growing to 60 ft with crimson red leaves. Flowers orange – yellow in colour. AGM
Acer pseudoplatinus Brilliantissimum a small slow growing tree. Leaves are brilliantly coloured golden yellow and salmon pink when unfolding turning yellow green then bright fresh green in summer. Given AGM in 1993. Suitable for small gardens. Eventual height and spread 20ft*25ft. Needs shelter to strive.
Acer pseudoplatinus Simon-Louis Freres a slow growing tree ultimately reaching 30 ft with 3 lobed leaves unfurling pinkish then developing white and green variegation.Leopoldii a large tree with leaves opening pinkish yellow becoming green splashed with yellow and pink. AGM. Worley medium sized tree with leaves opening yellow green, turning golden yellow then finally green.AGM.
Acer pseudosieboldianum KOREAN MAPLE a open branched shrub growing to 25 ft and as wide. Large , wide 9 or 11 lobed leaves, margins doubly serrate, green turning orange-yellow in autumn. Flowers are terminal reddish purple appearing before the leaves. Rare in cultivation.
Acer rubrum RED MAPLE native to NE America is so called due to the red flowers which open before the leaves, autumn colouring is spectacular with leaves showing a variety of hues from crimson, orange and yellow eventually turning a brilliant red. This tree is fast growing and should be planted in full sun to partial shade. Tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions including chalk. Height at maturity 20 m (60 ft).
Acer rufinerve a shrubby tree growing to 30ft with green white striped bark with wide 3 or 5 lobed green leaves. One of the most commonly planted of the snake bark maples.AGM
Alnus glutinosa COMMON ALDER native of Europe, W.Asia and N.Africa is a fast growing native tolerant of waterlogged soils this tree makes a useful shelterbelt spp. and can be used to help prevent erosion of river and lake banks. Plant in full sun or part shade. Height at maturity 20 m ( 60 ft ).
Amelanchier canadiensis SHADBUSH dense, erect, suckering shrub with mid-green leaves. Racemes of white flowers followed by blue-black fruit. Height 6m. Spread 3m. Flower colour White. Flowers from April to May. Fruit colour Blue, Black. Fruits from June to August. Deciduous. Foliage colour Green.
Amelanchier lamarckii LAMARCK SERVICE BERRY Small hardy tree from Canada with spreading branches and silky bronze coloured new foliage with loose open sprays of white flowers which form when leaves open. Purple black fruit in autumn. Height and spread at maturity 35ft by 30ft. Suitable for smaller gardens. AGM.
Arbutus unedo STRAWBERRY TREE found in the Mediterranean and SW Ireland these evergreen trees having nearly black foliage with white flowers, whilst the fruit of the previous seasons flowers turn orange yellow and scarlet. Grow in full sun preferably in shelter. Can be grown on chalk soils. Height at maturity 10 m ( 30 ft ).Recommended for small gardens. AGM.
Araucaria araucana MONKEY PUZZLE this evergreen native of Chile and Argentina has most unusual whorls of short spiny leaves arranged around the trunk and branches, whilst the later display a unique symmetry. Hardy and tolerant of exposure this tree grows well on any soil. Height at maturity 25m(75 ft).
Aronia melanocarpa BLACK CHOKEBERRY an upright shrub with ovate mid green leaves , turning dark purple red in autumn. White flowers from April to May followed by red berries then black fruit. Deciduous. Growing to 3 to 6ft in height and width. Tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and pollution.
Azalea in variety
Antelope – pink with faint yellow blotch, small, scented. 10 per truss.Compact.
Balzac – star shaped nasturtium red with deeper coloured tube.
Berryrose – Salmon pink with yellow blotch, some scent. Autumn colour. Foliage bronze when young.
Cannon’s Double – Pale yellow pink with light orange flare fading to cream. Young growth red with good autumn colour
Cecile – salmon pink with yellow flare
Daveisii – pink buds opening white with yellow blotch. Low growing. AGM
Delicatissima – cream tinged pink yellow flare, scented.
Equisiteum – pale pink apricot with orange centre, scented.
Glowing Embers - late flowering with vivid reddish-orange with orange blotch
Golden Eagle – reddish orange with orange yellow mid-rib and vivid orange blotch. Compact habit.
Golden Lights – small pale yellow flowers with orange blotch.Fragrant.Very Hardy.
Home Bush – semi-double deep carmine pink in a ball shaped pompom type truss
Hotspur – orange red with orange flare
Irene Koster – rose pink with deeper markings and yellow flare, sweetly scented.
Jolie Madam – pink with faint orange blotch 7-9 per truss. Upright habit.
Luteum – funnel shaped yellow flowers in trusses of 7-17, spreading and vigorous, good autumn colour
Old Gold –light orange yellow, flushed pink with orange blotch.
Renne – vivid red suffused with yellow
Royal Ruby – deep orange
Soire de Paris – pink with orange throat , lightly scented, 7-9 per truss.
Sunte Nectarine – red buds opening to yellow , flushed deep orange
Vinecourt Troubador – double reddish pink, lightly fragrant
Whitethroat – small, double, pure white funnel shaped. Compact spreading habit AGM
Yellow Cloud – light yellow deepening to brilliant yellow with deep yellow blotch. Upright habit.
Berberis darwinii DARWIN BARBERRY native to Chile and Argentina this evergreen shrub has dark green toothed leaves with spines. Flowers deep yellow or orange in pendulous racemes. Height and spread 10 ft * 10 ft. AGM.
Berberris thunbergii atropurpureum JAPANESE BARBERRY deciduous shrub with compact foliage and rounded shape with purple red stems and leaves. Height and spread 3 ft * 8ft. AGM.
Betula albo-sinensis CHINESE RED BARK BIRCH native of western China this birch has copper coloured peeling bark and tapered glossy leaves turning yellow in autumn. Height at maturity 15m(45 ft).Grows well in full sun and well drained soils. Slow growing. Recommended for small gardens.AGM. Septentrionalis medium sized variety with striking grey-pink bark, coppery on the main branches.AGM.
Betula mandschurica ssp. japonica ( syn. B.platyphyllos japonica ) MANCHURIAN BIRCH native of N.China and Siberia this tree has milky white bark and mid green egg shaped leaves. Height at maturity 70 ft.Spread 30 ft. Hardy.
Betula maximowicziana MONARCH BIRCH this deciduous tree native of Japan has large broad glossy toothed leaves.A pretty tree with rounded crown and grey white or orangey bark and long catkins (4-6 “ ).Yellow autumn colour. Growing to about 60ft.
Betula papyrifera PAPER BIRCH deciduous birch from N.America has white peeling bark orange brown beneath. Hardy. Tolerant of drought. Casts little shade .Height at maturity 60 ft * 30 ft.
Betula pendula SILVER BIRCH native of Europe and northern Asia this deciduous tree has white peeling bark and graceful pendulous shoots. It grows well on chalk, clay or acid sandy conditions. Plant in full sun to slight shade. Fast growing with a maximum height at maturity of 30m (90 ft). Narrowly conical in shape. Recommended for small gardens.AGM. Laciniata a cut leaf cultivar. Purpurea with purple leaves and thin pendulous branches. Tristis has a narrow conical habit.
Betula pubescens DOWNY BIRCH deciduous native of Europe . Fast growing , useful as shelter belt spp. Closely related to B.pendula it is more tolerant of waterlogged conditions.
Betula utilis HIMALAYAN BIRCH native to the Himalayas and China this tree has decorative pinky orange peeling bark and dark green serrated leaves. Plant in full sun . Hardy. Height at maturity 60 ft. spread 30 ft .
Buddleja davidii BUTTERFLY BUSH native to China this deciduous shrub has a bushy habit with arching stems and fragrant flowers in panicles. Height and spread up to 15ft * 15ft.
Ile de France - profuse panicles up to 28 inches long of dense fragrant flowers in dark violet with yellow eyes.
Pink Delight – Deep pink flowers in summer
Royal Red – purple red flowers
Buddleja Lochinch a hybrid variety with panicles of sweetly scented violet blue flowers with a tiny orange eye. Flowers in summer. Ultimately 9ft*9ft.
Carpinus betulus HORNBEAM native of Europe this is useful as a background tree although it has winter interest, flowers and autumn colour. It is widely used as a hedging specimen and is tolerant of the heaviest clay soils although it will grow in any reasonable soil. Plant in full sun to part shade. Height at maturity 24 m (80 ft ). When planted as a hedging use 6 plants per m in 2 staggered rows. AGM.
Caryopteris x cladonensis a hybrid spp with erect stems and downy serrated leaves with flowers in dense cymes deep blue to violet blue in late summer. Height and spread 5ft * 5ft.
Dark Night – a low growing form with dark blue flowers
Worcester Gold – mauve blue flowers
Cedrus atlantica glauca ATLAS CEDAR evergreen native of North Africa this tree is conical when young becoming spreading with age, with blue grey foliage. This tree will grow on a variety of soil types provided they are well drained. Fully Hardy plant in full sun. Height at maturity 30 m ( 90 ft ).
Cedrus deodara DEODAR this evergreen native of the Western Himalayas is an extremely attractive pendulous conifer. The bole should be cleared of branches to 1m above ground by the time the plant is 4m tall to ensure lower branches bow down to the ground. This tree will grow on a variety of soil types provided they are well drained. Fully Hardy plant in full sun. Height at maturity 30 m ( 90 ft ). AGM.
Cedrus libiani CEDAR OF LEBANON native evergreen of SW Asia is a magnificent specimen tree which is widely spreading horizontal branches and flattened crown when grown with sufficient space. This tree will grow on a variety of soil types provided they are well drained. Fully Hardy plant in full sun. Height at maturity 30 m ( 90 ft ).AGM.
Cercidiphyllum japonicum KATSURA TREE Native from the Himalayas to Japan this tree displays most unusual foliage borne pendulous branches which look attractive in winter whilst in autumn a wonderful display of yellows pinks and red leaves. Grows on most soils but must be kept moist. Hardy but may be damaged by late frosts. Height at maturity 18 m ( 60 ft ).AGM.
Chaenomeles japonica FLOWERING QUINCE this plant has a open twiggy habit with spiny thorns. Flowers are scarlet with prominent yellow stamens appearing before the foliage in late winter or early spring. Commonly trained against a wall. Fruits can be used to make jelly. Height and spread 3 ft * 6ft.
Chamaecyparis lawsowniana LAWSON CYPRESS evergreen conifer with green foliage generally used for hedging. Variety Ellwoodii has steel blue grey foliage. Growing up to 15ft*4ft.
Chamaecyparis pisifera Boulevarde growing to 30 ft this evergreen conifer has blue green foliage. Good rockery specimen.
Chimonanthus praecox JAPANESE ALLSPICE native to China this deciduous shrub has glossy dark green lance shaped leaves turning pale yellow in autumn with fragrant yellow flowers on second year bare wood in spring. Height and spread at maturity12 ft * 10ft.
Choisya ternata an evergreen shrub from Mexico with glossy 3 lobed leaves and white, fragrant star shaped clusters of flowers in Spring. Prefers moist well drained soil with shelter and slight shade. In colder regions dieback of young growths may occur but will readily re grow in established plants. Goldfingers has pale golden yellow foliage which ages to deep green. Growing to 6ft * 6ft.
Cornus alba sibirica RED BARK DOGWOOD deciduous spreading shrub with bright red stems in winter. Leaves turning orange and red in autumn. Forms thickets, Height and spread 10ft * 10ft. AGM.
Cornus alternifolia argentea PAGODA DOGWOOD native of E.USA this deciduous shrub or small tree has branches in irregular whorls leading to a tiered horizontal layers of leaves and cream star like flowers in summer followed by small black fruits. This cultivar has white variegations in the leaves which turn a deep purple red in autumn. Grows to 20ft * 20ft.
Cornus contraversa GIANT DOGWOOD this deciduous tree from China and Japan has horizontal spreading branches in tiers with white upturned flowers. Leaves are oval and glossy turning red and purple in autumn. Fruits black. Height and spread at maturity 60 ft * 50 ft. Cultivar variagata has drooping leaves streaked with white margins.AGM.
Cornus floridaCherokee Chief FLOWERING DOGWOOD native of N.E.USA is a highly ornamental spreading tree with dark green pointed leaves which turn all shades of orange, red, yellow and purple in autumn. The small inconspicuous green flowers are surrounded by large dark red rose bracts in early summer. Grows to 30ft*25ft.
Cornus kousa CHINESE DOGWOOD a small deciduous tree with glossy, wavy edged leaves turning bronze and crimson in autumn. Abundant green flowers in summer with large white bracts Pink or red fruits. Not suited to chalk soils. Height and spread at maturity 25 ft * 15 ft. Suitable for medium sized gardens.China Girl pure brilliant white. Chinensis has smoother pale leaves.AGM. Norman Haddon beautiful tree with a spreading habit. In summer the bracts open creamy-white before developing pink tones. Satomi masses of salmon-pink flowers in spring.
Cornus sanguinea Mid Winter Fire native of N.Europe this decidous shrub has brilliant red stems in winter, whilst they bear loose clusters of white flowers followed by black fruits, whilst leaves turn a brilliant red in autumn. Grows to15ft * 10ft.
Corylus avellana Red Majestic is a deciduous striking red form of the contorted hazel.
Planted in a moist, well drained soil in sun or semi shade it will grow to 2.5m and is eminently suitable for smaller gardens. red nuts and red catkins.
Cotinus coggyrgria SMOKE BUSH a rounded bush with green oval leaves turning scarlet in autumn. Numerous plume like panicles of bronze pink flowers in summer. Height and spread at maturity 15ft * 15ft. Plant in well drained soil in a sunny position.AGM.
Cotoneaster horizontalis ROCK COTONEASTER from China this spreading deciduous shrub has small glossy elliptical leaves which colour well in autumn. Pink flowers in spring, which are followed by persistent red berries in autumn. Height and spread 3ft * 5ft.AGM.
Cotoneaster integerrimus a dwarf mound forming evergreen with small glossy dark green leaves, small white flowers are followed by large red fruits.AGM. Grows to about 6ft.
Cotoneaster lacteus syn C.parneyi native to China this evergreen or semi evergreen shrub has small deep green leaves with creamy white flowers in summer and persistent red berries in winter. Fully hardy. Plant in full sun. Height and spread at maturity 12 ft by 12 ft.AGM.
Cratageus laevigata Paul’s Scarlet thorny tree with glossy green leaves this cultivar is grown as a specimen tree for it’s deep pink double flowers in spring followed by red fruits. Height at maturity 25 ft. AGM.Rosa Plena an attractive form with double pink flowers.AGM.
Cytisus BROOM this evergreen shrub has broom like almost leafless stems, prized for their hardiness and showy flowers in late spring or summer. Height and spread 6ft * 6ft. Require free draining moist soils.
Boskoop Ruby - a rounded shrub with abundant red flowers.AGM.
Golden Sunlight – a strong growing medium sized form with rich yellow flowers.
Zeelandia – medium sized form, flowering from late spring to early summer pink & cream .AGM.
Daphne mezereum An attractive shrub grown for it’s pink , purple fragrant flowers which are borne in clusters or singly along bare stems in winter followed by an impressive display of red berries in summer. Plant in good moist soil in semi shade, sheltered position. Ultimate height 4 ft.
Daphne odora aureomarginata an evergreen shrub with yellow edged leaves bearing clusters of small starry pink flowers from mid winter. Height and spread at maturity5 ft * 5ft.
Daphne odora sakiwaka white flowered form from Japan.
Daphne tangutica native to China this evergreen shrub has dense clusters of small fragrant purple flowers in spring-summer and small fruits. Height and spread at maturity 6ft * 6ft. AGM.
Davidia involucrata HANKERCHIEF TREE native to China is a specimen tree grown for the unusual bracts which develop around it,s small inconspicuous flower in spring. At first yellow becoming white the hanging bracts give the tree it’s common name. Will tolerate sandy and alkaline soils provided not allowed to dry out. Much prefers deep moist soils. Plant in full sun or part shade. Ultimate height 20 m ( 60 ft ) AGM.
Deutzia hybrid strawberry fields compact shrub with beautiful, fragrant, crimson blooms, soft pink flushed within. Suitable for borders. Grows up to 1 ½ ft.
Dipelta floribunda native of China this shrub has long arching branches which bear clusters of fragrant tubular bell shaped white flowers flushed pink, yellow or orange in spring..Height and spread 8ft * 10ft.
Eleagnus commutata SILVER BERRY this shrub native of North America has red-brown shoots with silvery leaves, with fragrant flowers, silver outside yellow within from Spring to early Summer. Silvery fruit in Autumn. Height and spread at maturity 8ft by 15 ft. Plant in full sun.
Enkianthus campanulatus REDVEIN ENKIANTHUS native to Japan this deciduous shrub has whorled branches of dull green elliptic leaves turning red in autumn, with spectacular drooping racemes of creamy white bells veined red or pink in late spring or early summer. Plant in full sun or part shade in deep moist acid or neutral soil. Height and spread at maturity 15ft by 15ft. AGM.
Eucalyptus coccifera TASMANIAN SNOW GUM this eucalypt with peeling grey and white bark revealing yellow or pink fresh bark beneath. Adult leaves are grey-green lance shaped with creamy white flowers in summer. Height and spread at maturity 80 ft * 10 ft. Evergreen.AGM.
Eucalyptus gunnii CIDER GUM native of Tasmania this is the standard eucalypt of suburban gardens.A hardy evergreen with blue green round paired leaves ultimately becoming alternate elliptical leaves on yellow petioles. Plant in full sun or slight shade. Height at maturity 25m ( 75 ft ).AGM.
Eucalyptus moorei nana NARROW LEAVED SALLY This species is a mallee type with multiple stems reaching 7 to 10' in height. Small pointed leaves are green on both sides. An excellent specimen for small gardens in frosty areas – bark smooth grey to white.
Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila SNOW GUM native of Tasmania this is the hardiest of all the eucalypts and unlike other eucalyptus has no distinct juvenile foliage just the adult grey-green with blue white shoots, whilst the bark is a beautiful “snakeskin” of grey, blue-grey and cream. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Height at maturity 15m ( 45 ft).AGM.
Eucalyptus parvifolia SMALL LEAVED GUM from New South Wales Aus. Is a small bushy tree growing to 20 ft. Small inflorescences of white flowers in summer. Bark peeling in strips to reveal smooth pinkish bark beneath. Plant in full sun. Hardy.
Eucalyptus periniana SPINNING GUM a small tree with peeling bark to reveal smooth creamy blotched bark beneath with profuse creamy white flowers in summer. Juvenile foliage in cut flowers arrangements. Height and spread at maturity 40 ft * 15 ft. Plant in full sun. Hardy.
Euonymus europaeus SPINDLE TREE A familiar native hedgerow shrub with green stems producing an abundance of scarlet capsules in the autumn. Height 6m. Spread 2.5m. Flower colour Green, White. Flowers from April to June. Fruit colour Scarlet. Fruits from September Deciduous. Foliage colour Green. Hardy.
Exochorda x micrantha The Bride a compact shrub growing up to 6 ft tall with a slightly weeping habit and arching branches covered with large white flowers in spring.AGM.
Fagus sylvatica COMMON BEECH native of Europe, deciduous this tree has wide scale amenity use making large trees with bright green foliage and attractive smooth boles. Being native is good for wild life. Commonly also used as a hedging plant and good shelter as retain senescent leaves during winter. Tolerant of most soils except for water logged or poorly draining soils. Height at maturity 35m (120 ft )AGM.
Asplenifolia – narrow long pointed leaves, deeply incised. AGM.
Fagus sylvatica atropurpureum COPPER BEECH a variant of the native beech the purple beeches which are grown by seed show a considerable variation in their colour. They are of a similar size and grow in similar conditions to green beech.
Fraxinus angustifolia subsp. oxycarpa CAUCASIAN ASH this fast growing deciduous native of S.Europe and N.Africa has slender glossy drooping leaflets of 5-7, with smooth bark. Height at maturity 25m (75 ft ).Prefers a well drained soil in full sun including alkaline soils.
Ginkgo biloba MAIDENHAIR TREE native of China this deciduous conifer is the sole survivor of a family of plants which dominated tree life 200 million years ago. This ancient ancestry is reflected in the thick leathery leaves which have a fan shaped system of veins, which evolved before the pinnate branching system of veins seen in most trees and shrubs. The leaves turn a bright golden colour in autumn. It is extremely hardy,thrives on both acid and alkaline soils and is tolerant of air pollution. Slow growing, narrow. Height at maturity 25 m (75 ft ).AGM.
Gleditsia triacanthanos HONEY LOCUST native of North America is widely planted as a street tree and is tolerant of both the poorest soils and atmospheric pollution. The leaves are compound and consist of tiny bright green leaflets. Prefers a well drained soil in a hot sunny location. Fast growing. Height at maturity 25 m (75 ft).
Halesia carolina SNOWDROP TREE from CarolinaUSA. This small deciduous tree has a spreading crown with foliage turning yellow in autumn. Flowers profusely with clusters of white or pinkish bells, which form 4 winged fruit in autumn. Plant in well drained slightly acidic soil. Plant in full sun or part shade. Protect from strong winds. Height and spread at maturity 40ft by 25 ft.
Hamamellis mollis CHINESE WITH HAZEL native of China these deciduous woodland shrubs prefer moist cool soils with dappled shade and are grown for their clusters of golden yellow petals in late winter or early spring before the leaves emerge. Good autumn colour. Grows to 15ft *15ft.
Hamamellis vernalis Sandra OZARK WITCH HAZEL as with other Hazels these deciduous shrubs are grown for their yellow winter flowers, whilst this cultivar has large leaves which colour a spectacular red and purple in autumn. Grows to approximately 15ft.
Hydrangea arborescens radiata SMOOTH HYDRANGEA native of North America this deciduous open shrub has flat creamy white flower heads in summer. Good autumn colour. Prefers moist shaded site. Height and spread 8ft * 8ft.
Hydrangea quercifolia OAK LEAFED HYDRANGEA this deciduous shrub from southern USA has large lobed green leaves turning crimson in autumn, whilst white panicles of flowers form in summer, turning pinkish hues in autumn. Plant in full sun or part shade. Height and spread at maturity 8ft by 8ft.
Ilex altclarensis Golden King a hybrid holly with larger less spiny dark green leaves edged yellow. More tolerant of Martime conditions and air pollution than common Holly they also make excellent hedging specimens. Can grow upto 70 ft * 20ft left unclipped.
Ilex aquifolium COMMON HOLLY native of Europe, N.Africa and W.Asia this evergreen when grown in the open forms a tall spired tree and provided male trees are in the proximity females can bear heavy crops of bright red berries. Plant in full sun or part shade. Tolerant of all soils except waterlogged ones it is useful for hedging, shelter belts and as a specimen tree. Height at maturity 20 m ( 60 ft ).AGM.
Juglans nigra BLACK WALNUT native of the Eastern USA this tree has dark brown deeply fissured bark and luxuriant leaves which hang in groups of leaflets of about 15. The leaves turn a bright yellow in Autumn before falling. Fast growing this tree should be planted as a young specimen in full sun to part shade, soil deep and moist. Height at maturity 25 m (75 ft).AGM.
Juniperus Holger new growth in spring is frosted with gold; blue-green summer color; blue-gray in winter. Evergreen growing to 4ft * 4ft.
Juniperus davurica expansa variegata a dwarf evergreen spreading shrub with flecks of yellow sprays. A dwarf spreading shrub ultimately reaching a height of 3ft in the centre.
Juniperus squamata Blue Alps striking steel blue foliage and strong growth growing to an ultimate20ft * 15ft.
Kalmia L Richard Jaynes Intense red buds open up to large chiffon pink flowers. Profusely flowering. Evergreen. Height and spread 4ft * 4ft.
Kalmia Sarah Vivid red buds open to bright pinkish-red flowers. 'Sarah' is the closest to pure red Mountain Laurel. Compact habit. Evergreen. Growing to 2-3 ft.
Kalmia L myrtifolia pale pink blooms.growing to 3ft *3ft.
Koelreutaria paniculata GOLDEN RAIN TREE native of China and Korea, this deciduous tree of spreading habit, has leaves emerging bronze-red, turning green then orange or yellow in autumn. Large clusters of yellow flowers opening in summer, turn green or pink and ultimately form brown lantern like fruits. Tolerant of most soils inc. dry ones. Must be planted in full sun. Height at maturity 12m ( 36 ft ). Recommended for medium sized gardens.AGM.
Kolkwitzia amabilis BEAUTY BUSH a bushy deciduous shrub with long upright or arching shoots. Corymbs of bell shaped flowers white to pink with yellow markings in the throat, from late spring to early summer. Prefers full sun in well drained fertile soil. Height and spread at maturity 12ft * 12ft.
Lagerstroemia indica INDIAN LILAC of oriental origin has lilac pink flowers in autumn. Plant should be grown in protected position, with last years growth being cut back to ground level in spring to produce vigorous fresh growth for flowering later in the year. Hardy to –15 C. Plant in full sun. Well drained soil. Height 3-6 ft.
Larix decidua EUROPEAN LARCH a large coniferous tree with soft pale green needle-like leaves, cones produced in spring. Height 30m. Spread 4-6m. Deciduous. Foliage colour Green. Hardy.
Larix eurolepsis HYBRID LARCH of cultivated origin this hybrid of the Japanese and European Larches is extremely hardy and tolerant of poor soil conditions. They are extremely fast growing and should be planted as young plants. Bears cones from an early age. Deciduous conifer turning vibrant yellow in autumn. Height at maturity 35m(105 ft).
Laurus nobilis BAY LAUREL – The sweet bay introduced to Britain by the Romans. It is an evergreen with dark green glossy leaves used in cookery. It can stand training and heavy clipping and is often kept container grown as it is susceptible to frost. Left untrained can reach a height of 20 m ( 60 ft ). Grows well in full sun or shade.AGM.
Leucothoe Scarletta broad-leaved evergreen outstanding for exceptional hardiness and graceful, truly dwarf habit. New foliage, produced throughout the season, is bright red and turns a deep, lustrous green with maturity- and then again in fall to a rich, winter-long burgundy. Eventual height 4ft and spread 8ft. Zeblid a new variety which exhibits a highly attractive leaf coloration as well as outstanding tolerance to shade, very hardy.
Leycesteria formosa PHEASANT BERRY / HIMALAYAN HONEYSUCKLE native to the Himalayas and western China this shrub has whitish flowers with red bracts on pendant spikes in summer or autumn. Fruit ripen deep purple to black. Plant in full sun or part shade. Height and spread 6 ft. Cultivar Notbruce has yellower leaves.
Libocedrus decurrens INCENSE CEDAR this evergreen from western N.America grows with branchlets arranged in flat sprays of scale like leaves making a bright green columnar tree. Can be used for hedging but slow growing. Ultimate height at 60 yrs 40m (120 ft).
Ligustrum lucidum GLOSSY PRIVET from China this large evergreen shrub has long pointed shiny evergreen leaves with large panicles of white flowers in autumn. Height and spread at maturity 30ft * 30 ft. AGM.
Ligustrum vulgare COMMON PRIVET well known hedging plant.
Lonicera nitida BOX HONEYSUCKLE widely grown shrubby evergreen with small dark green leaves, small cream flowers in spring and purple black berries. Dense bushy habit, responds well to pruning.12 ft*10ft.
Magnolia denudata YULAN LILY native of China this broad spreading, much branched shrub has a spring show of large fragrant white flowers unrivalled in size and spectacle. Tolerant of most reasonable soils this tree is highly recommended and is also suitable for small gardens.
Will not tolerate lime. Height at maturity 10m (30 ft).AGM.
Magnolia x soulangiana TULIP MAGNOLIA this hybrid forms a low branched tree or shrub with dark glossy leaves. Large saucer like flowers appear before foliage. Satisfaction has pink flowers. Sundew has creamy flowers flushed pink at the base flowers.Grow to approximately 20ft*20ft.
Magnolia stellata Rosea growing to 15ft * 10 ft this deciduous magnolia from Japan has oval dark green leaves with clusters of large simple flowers with pale pink flowers in late winter before the foliage emerges.Royal Star has abundant double, snow white flowers.
Mahonia aquifolium OREGON GRAPE native to W N.America this evergreen shrub has dark shiny holly like leaves borne as paired leaflets turning purple in autumn and dense clusters of yellow flowers in winter or early spring. Hardy. Height and spread 3ft * 2 ft after 5 yrs. Prefer drier soils in a sunny position.
Mahonia japonica a spreading shrub native to Japan with long leathery leaves with 19 spiny dark green leaflets. Fragrant bright yellow flowers are held in upright racemes in late winter. Blue black berries. Height and spread at maturity 6 ft * 10 ft.AGM.
Mespilus germanicus MEDLAR a large shrub or small tree with dull green leaves turning red or yellow in autumn. Profuse apple blossom like white flowers appearing in spring. Height and spread at maturity 20ft * 25ft.
Metasequioa glyptostroboides DAWN REDWOOD native of China this deciduous conifer was rediscovered in 1941 in a Chinese monastery, it had been thought to be extinct 200 million years. They will grow well on most soils but prefer areas of high rainfall. Plant in full sun with some shelter. Height at maturity 30m (90 ft).AGM.
Mitraria coccinea a scrambling shrub growing up to 6m from south America has small toothed evergreen leaves with orange tubular flowers followed by berries. Lake puyehue large orange-scarlet tubular flowers from late spring through summer
Nandina domestica nana HEAVENLY BAMBOO is a rounded dwarf evergreen shrub with lance shaped leaves which are crimson, purple and orange throughout the year colouring more intensely in winter. Bright red berries in autumn. As plants are either male or female plantings should be done in small groupings to ensure cross pollination. Height and spread at maturity 7ft * 4ft.Prefers a rich moist well drained soil.
Nothofagus obliqua ROBLE BEECH native of Chile and Argentina has attractive dark green leaves in summer turning yellow, crimson and orange in autumn. They are extremely fast growing. Plant in full sun or part shade. Height at maturity 30m ( 90 ft ).
Nyssa sinensis CHINESE TUPELO a magnificent large shrub or small tree native of China, grown for it’s spectacular autumn colour of varying shades of red. Prefers a deep moist acid soil.Growing up to 30ft in height.AGM
Nyssa sylvatica BLACK TUPELO native of NE America this tree is grown for it’s splendid autumn colour when it’s leaves turn gold through to orange to scarlet. Best cultivated in a deep moist acid soil. Plant in full sun or part shade. Height at maturity 20 m ( 60ft).AGM.
Paeonia delavayi MAROON TREE PEONY this deciduous shrub from China has large dark green deeply cut leaves, with large saucer shaped red flowers with golden yellow anthers. Prefer deep fertile soils with shelter and some protection from frosts. Height and spread at maturity 7ft * 5ft.
Parthenocissus tricuspidata BOSTON IVY this vigorous deciduous climber has deep green maple like leaves turning a brilliant scarlet in autumn. Clusters of yellow green flowers form in summer followed by dark blue fruit.AGM.
Paulownia imperialis( syn Tomentosa ) FOXGLOVE TREE native of east asia is a medium sized deciduous tree with large handsome juvenile foliage turning yellow or brown in autumn. Large upright terminal panicles of pink lilac flowers 50-60 flowers in each panicle. Prefer deep moist well drained soils with shelter especially whilst young. Hardy. Height and spread at maturity 50 ft * 30 ft.AGM
Pieris japonica Mountain Fire growing to 8ft * 8ft and preferring moist cool soils and preferably light shade, this cultivar has bright red new leaves aging to deep green whilst flowers are borne in drooping racemes of bell shaped white flowers.
Philadelphus MOCK ORANGE deciduous shrubs grown for scented double or single flowers, they grow well in full sun or part shade but flower better when grown in full sun. Prefer fertile free draining soil. Height and spread at maturity 5ft *6ft.
Belle etoile – white with purple red central splash with sweet pineapple like fragrance.AGM
Manteau d’Hermine – creamy double flowers in summer only grows to 2-3 ft.AGM
Schneersturm – pure white double flowers
Picea jezoensis HONDO SPRUCE native of Japan this evergreen, hardy spruce is a broadly conical with attractive foliage bluish white beneath and white shoots turning creamy. Plant in full sun or part shade. Prefers areas of high rainfall. Height at maturity 30 m ( 90 ft ).
Picea omorika SERBIAN SPRUCE native of Bosnia and Serbia this evergreen is extremely decorative with bright fresh green new foliage contrasting with the older deep green leaves. It forms a compact spire with spread of 4m ( 12 ft ) and ultimate height of 30 m (90 ft ). A useful town tree, casting little shade. Grows fast on all soil types. Prefers areas of high rainfall.AGM.
Picea orientalis ORIENTAL SPRUCE native of N.Turkey and Caucasus is a slender columnar evergreen with dark glossy needles, branches arranged in pendulous whorls decreasing in size as they rise to create a spire. They are hardy fast growing trees making a fine specimen tree some 30m ( 90ft) at maturity. Can be used as a Christmas tree. Plant in full sun or part shade. Prefers areas of high rainfall and do not tolerate dry alkaline soils.AGM.
Picea pungens glauca COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE this evergreen conifer has stout shoots densely covered in sharp bright silvery blue needles. Narrow and columnar in shape. Grow in lime free soil. Hardy. Height at maturity 10 m ( 30 ft ). Suitable for small gardens.
Platanus x acerifolia LONDON PLANE this deciduous tree of cultivated origin with many lobed shiny leaves. Tolerant of atmospheric pollution, often planted as a city tree. Prefers areas with hot summers, both acid and alkaline soils. Fast growing, hardy. Height at maturity 40 m (120 ft ).AGM.
Populus alba WHITE POPLAR a vigorous tree with hairy young stems and leaves. Leaves dull green silver beneath. Height and spread at maturity 80 ft * 40 ft.
Populus tremula ASPEN a forest tree with a high sparse crown, and smooth greenish gey bark. Catkins form in May. A pioneer tree this tree requires full sun. The leaf stalks are flattened causing the slightest breeze to flutter the leaves. Good red autumn colour. Tolerant of poor soils. Height at maturity 30 m ( 90 ft ).
Potentilla fructicosa POTENTILLA a dense shrub flowering in summer or autumn. Small palmate leaves with 5/7 leaflets. Flowers borne as small single roses. Height and spread at maturity 5ft *5ft.
Goldfinger – dwarf compact shrub with an abundance of rich yellow flowers. AGM.
Tangerine – dwarf spreading shrub orange yellow flowers.AGM.
Primula bulleyana PRIMULA perennial woodland plant preferring dappled shade and moist soils. Native to China flower stems have up to 7 whorls of golden yellow to orange flowers in late spring or early summer.
Primula japonica a clump forming plant native to Japan. Flower stems bear up to 6 whorls of white , pink magenta to red flowers in late spring or early summer.
Primula viallii native of western China has a strong flower stem with cylindrical heads of small purple pink flowers topped with a cap of overlapping red buds.
Prunus avium BIRD CHERRY / GEAN this deciduous cherry from Europe and W.Asia grows on almost all soil types inc. chalk, flowers prolifically in spring followed by a good show of autumn colour. Tolerant of shade and full sun. Fast growing and hardy. Height at maturity 20 m ( 60 ft ). Plena masses of drooping white double flowers.
Prunus x blireana a large shrub or small tree with coppery purple leaves and fragrant rose pink double flowers opening before leaves in mid spring. Growing to 16ft * 16ft. Suited to smaller gardens.
Prunus cerasifera CHERRY PLUM of unknown origin this flowering cherry produces prolific white flowers on bare stems in early spring. Hardy and fast growing reaching an ultimate height of 10 m ( 30 ft ), this tree is suitable for medium sized gardens. Plant in full sun or part shade. Grow well on any good reasonably well drained soil. Good hedging specimen. Cultivar nigra has deep purple foliage and small pink flowers.AGM.
Prunus laurocerasus CHERRY LAUREL popular evergreen hedging plant growing up to 20ft. Racemes of creamy white flowers in spring followed by small black fruits.
Prunus serrulata Shimidsu JAPANESE FLOWERING CHERRY a small deciduous tree with long elliptical pointed leaves and masses of double pale pink leaves in spring. Only grows to 12ft * 15ft. Shirofugen a Japanese flowering cherry, semi-double and double flowers, tend to retain blossoms longer. Flowers double, deep pink at first, fading to pale pink.AGM. Height and spread 25ft *25ft.
Prunus x subhirtella pendula ROSE BUD CHERRY native of Japan this deciduous tree produces a mass of tiny single white flowers in April. Hardy and tolerant of full shade grows well on any reasonably well drained soil. Shoots pendulous. Height at maturity 6m ( 18 ft ).
Prunus tomentosa NANKING, DOWNY CHERRY native to the Himalayas this shrub has deep green leaves this cherry has clusters of white/pinkish flowers carried singly or in pairs followed by downy red fruit. Height and spread at maturity 8ft*8ft.
Prunus yedoensis YOSHINO CHERRY this hybrid tree is an upright tree with spreading crown with deep green serrated leaves turning vivid orange red in autumn. Racemes of small white scented flowers in spring.AGM.
Pterocarya fraxinifolia CAUCASIAN WING NUT this deciduous tree from N.Iran is a fast growing foliage tree with large bright green compound leaves composed of 21 overlapping leaflets. Produces catkins in summer, whilst leaves turn bright yellow in Autumn. Grows best in moist fertile soil, plant in full sun or part shade. Height at maturity 25m ( 75 ft ).AGM.
Pterostyrax hispida EPAULETTE TREE this hardy deciduous tree native of China and Japan has large finely serrated leaves and panicles of fragrant white flowers in summer, followed by small green fruit. Plant in full sun. Height and spread at maturity 25ft by 20 ft. Suitable for small gardens.AGM.
Pyrus salicifolia pendula a small tree with pendulous habit with narrow willow like leaves, silvery when young turning greyish green with age. Small creamy white flowers. Growing to around 20ft * 10ft.
Quercus mysinifolia ( syn glauca ) BAMBOO OAK native of China and Japan this small graceful evergreen, with light airy crown, with dark green tapered leaves makes a useful foliage specimen. Hardy but may require some protection in colder areas. Height at maturity 10m ( 30 ft ).Recommended for small gardens.
Quercus rubra RED OAK native of E. N.America grows well on all soils inc. light sandy ones, tolerant of air pollution. It has a short straight clean bole with regular spacing of branches to form a dome. Brilliant autumn colour of bright red when young, whilst yellow, brown on older trees. Fast growing. Hardy. Plant in full sun or part shade. Height at maturity 30 m ( 90 ft ).AGM.
Rhododendrons in variety
Anna Baldseifen - pretty pink and white flowers.Dwarf Rhodo.
Bergie Larson – a dwarf evergreen with red buds opening into trusses of 12 with ornge-yellow inside
Betty Womald – a medium sized evergreen shrub with pink with light purple blotch in large conical trusses
Blue Peter – evergreen shrub with large leaves. Clusters of funnel shaped, lavender blue flowers with frilled petals and purple marks in throat from May to June. AGM.
Bruce Brechtbill – a low growing evergreen with glossy elliptical leaves with open yellow funnel shaped trusses borne in ball shaped trusses
Carmen – a dwarf evergreen with waxy campanulate dark red flowers borne in loose trusses of 2-5
Chikor – a dwarf evergreen with small dark leaves, bronze tinted in winter. Clusters of pretty clear yellow flowers in mid spring. Height and spread 2ft. Flowers from April to May.
Clipinense – a compact evergreen shrub. Clusters of funnel shaped pale to mid pink flowers in early spring. Height and spread 3ft *3ft. Flowering March to April. AGM.
Crane – a semi dwarf evergreen with yellow buds opening a creamy yellow in trusses of 3
Curlew – a dwarf evergreen shrub with small dark leaves. Clusters of bright yellow flowers spotted greenish brown inside the throat. Height and spread 2ft. Flowering from April to May. AGM,
Dormouse – a semi dwarf evergreen with campanulate delicate pink flowers held in loose trusses
Egret – a dwarf rhododendron with small white bell like flowers in loose trusses of 2-6. Leaves small dark and shiny. AGM.
El camino – a tall evergreen with open funnel shaped pinkish red flowers with red blotch in a rounded truss
Fabia - a medium sized evergreen shrub with salmon orange flowers in loose trusses of 7-10
Fastuosum Flore Pleno – a tall evergreen shrub with double flowered lavender blue flowers with darker spotting borne in open trusses of 15-17
Furnivals Daughter – an upright evergreen shrub with clusters of funnel shaped, bright pink flowers, with a dark speckled mark in the throat in late spring and early summer. Height and spread 9ft * 9ft. AGM.
Garden Director Glocker – a compact, small, domed evergreen shrub, with deep rose red funnel shaped flowers in loose trusses from April to May.
Golden Gate – a compact semi dwarf rhododendron with star shaped reddish pink flowers, with orange edges and golden yellow throat.
Goldkrone – intense golden yellow flowers lightly spotted ruby red
Gomer waterer – a compact evergreen shrub with clusters of white flowers opening from lilac pink buds flushed mauve-pink at the margins and a bold yellow flare in the throat in late spring. Flowers from May to June. AGM.
Grace Seabrook – an evergreen shrub with deep blood red flowers paling towards the margins. Flowers from March to May.
Gristede – a dwarf rhododendron with funnel shaped violet blue flowers. Flowering from March to April.
Horizon Monarch – a tall evergreen with open shaped yellow flowers and small vivid flare
Hotei – a dense evergreen shrub with clusters of deep yellow flowers from April to May. Height and spread 6ft * 6ft. AGM.
Impeditum - blue flowers and small grey-green leaves. Very compact. Excellent plant for the rock garden. Height and spread 1ft*1ft.
Impeditum Blue Steel – blue flowers, blue-steel leaves.Alpine
Impeditum Indigo – deep purple flowers
Jean M de Montague – a medium sized shrub with frilly edged crimson flowers in round trusses of up to 14 flowers
Lem’s Monarch – a large evergreen shrub, flowers are pale pink fading to white edged with pink in large conical trusses. AGM.
Linda – open rose pink flowers in upright trusses of 7-8. Dense rounded habit, low growing.
Loch Rannoch – a compact free flowering shrub with yellow flowers with red throat in lax trusses of 11-17
Lord Roberts –evergreen shrub with clusters of funnel shaped, dark crimson flowers with dark markings inside the throat from may to june. Height and spread 6ft * 5ft.
Madame Masson – a medium sized evergreen with star shaped white flowers with golden yellow blotch
Markeetas Prize- a medium to large sized evergreen with scarlet flowers and darker spots in large flat toped trusses. AGM.
Miss Kitty – low growing evergreen with large funnel shapedconical trusses of pastel pink flowers with dark maroon throat. Fragrant
Moerheim a dwarf evergreen with dark green leaves turning maroon in winter. Clusters of violet blue funnel shaped flowers from April to May. Height and spread 2 ft *2ft. AGM.
Mrs Furnival – low growing evergreen with wide funnel shaped rose pink flowers paler at the centre and conspicuous red blotch in trusses of 12-14. A slow growing compact plant.
Mrs.Betty Robertson - attractive flowers of pale yellow flushed cream with red speckling in the throat. Free flowering. Height and spread 5ft *5ft.
Nancy Evans – a semi dwarf evergreen with open funnelled yellow flowers borne in ball shaped trusses of 19
Night Sky - semi dwarf evergreen with violet blue flowers in trusses of about 5. Leaves small. A compact plant.
Oudjik’s Sensation - a small evergreen shrub foliage becoming bronze tinged in winter. Bright pink bell shaped flowers are borne in open flat topped trusses. Flowering May to June.
Patty Bee – a dwarf evergreen leaves turning bronze purple in winter. Clusters of broadly funnel shaped clear pale yellow flowers from April to May. Height and spread 2ft * 2ft. AGM.
Princess Anne – a semi dwarf evergreen with bell like yellow flowers in trusses of 4-10
Point Defiance – Tall evergreen with pink edged white flowers in compact trusses
Ptarmigan – dwarf evergreen with clusters of pure white funnel shaped flowers from April to May. Height and spread 2-3 ft. AGM.
Rampapo – dwarf evergreen with clusters of beautiful funnel shaped violet blue flowers produced in abundance during April and May. Height and spread 2ft * 2ft. AGM.
Rubicon – a medium sized evergreen with cardinal red flowers in trusses of 17-18
Sacko - of the best new dwarf blues. Flowers blue-purple on compact plant. Healthy foliage free of leaf spotting.Height and spread 2ft * 2ft.
Scarlet Wonder – a semi dwarf evergreen with clusters bright scarlet red flowers from April to May. Height and spread 4ft * 4ft. AGM.
Scintillation – medium sized evergreen with purple pink flowers in ball shaped trusses
September Song – orange flowers
Snow Lady – a semi dwarf evergreen with clusters of pure white funnel shaped flowers from March to May. Height and spread 3ft * 3ft. AGM.
Swamp Beauty – lilac flowers with maroon spotting and blotch.
Swift – a dwarf evergreen with clusters of yellow flowers with red spotting.
Taurus – a large evergreen shrub with vivid red wide funnel shaped flowers with frilly margins borne in large rounded trusses from May to June. AGM.
Tessa – a dwarf evergreen shrub with spotted lilac pink flowers in loose trusses
Tree Creeper – a dwarf evergreen with pink flowers cream on the inside in trusses of 2-4. Dense compact habit.
Unique – clusters of creamy white funnel shaped flowers from May to June. Height and spread 6ft *6ft. AGM.
Wee Bee – a compact dwarf rhododendron with pink open funnel shaped flowers in lax trusses of 3-5 flowers. Dark pink on the outside with red rays down each lobe. Very free flowering.
Wren – a semi dwarf rhododendron with yellow pink spotted flowers borne in tight trusses of 3-5. Leaves turn bronze in autumn. Slow growing with a prostate habit
Yellow Hammer – an erect evergreen shrub with tight clusters of tubular canary yellow flowers in spring and again in autumn. Height and spread 4ft *4 ft. AGM.
Yakushimum spp – apple blossom pink flowers
Yak Amity - a semi dwarf rhododendron with dense compact habit. Flowers are rose pink fading to dark pink with red spotting in trusses.
Yak Caroline Allbrook – a semi dwarf evergreen with frilly edged lavender flowers paler at the centre in trusses of 16-20
Yak Dreamland – abundant trusses of funnel shaped soft pink flowers from May to June. Height and spread 4ft * 4ft.
Yak Fantastica – a semi dwarf rhododendron with pink flowers fading to white in the centre in trusses of approximately 20. Upright habit.
Yak Golden Torch – a semi dwarf rhododendron with pale yellow flowers fading to cream in ball shaped trusses. Medium sized leaves. A compact plant. AGM.
Yak Golden Wedding – a compact upright evergreen shrub with clusters of soft yellow flowers opening from salmon pink buds. Flowers from May to June Height and spread 5ft * 5ft.
Yak Hoppy – beautiful trusses of funnel shaped lilac flowers spotted yellow and produced in abundance from May to June. Height and spread 5ft * 5ft.
Yak Hydon Dawn – a very compact evergreen shrub with clusters of frilly pale pink flowers from April to June. Height and spread 5ft * 5ft. AGM.
Yak Incense – semi dwarf evergreen with deep pink buds opening to yellowish white flowers with some spotting, borne in domed shaped trusses of 14 flowers.
Yak Mardi Gras - semi dwarf evergreen with pale pinkish flowers fading to white in ball shaped trusses of 11-12
Yak Percy Wiseman – a compact evergreen shrub with clusters of funnel shaped peach-pink and cream flowers fading to creamy white with green markings from April to May. Height and spread 6ft * 6ft. AGM.
Yak Pink Cherub – a vigorous compact, evergreen with large funnel shaped whitish purple flowers with wavy margins, borne in large rounded trusses. AGM.
Yak Silver Sixpence – beautiful trusses of funnel shaped creamy white flowers spotted lemon yellow and produced in abundance from May to June. Height and spread 3ft * 3ft. AGM.
Yak Solidarity – flowers light red with paler throat fading to pink with red spots on the dorsal lobe in dome shaped trusses of 12-13
Yak Surrey Heath – beautiful trusses of funnel shaped pale rose pink flowers produced in abundance from May to June. Height and spread 4ft * 4ft. AGM.
Yak Titian Beauty – a semi dwarf evergreen with red wavy edged petals borne on long pedicels in an open but rounded truss
Yak yaku Incense – semi dwarf with domed shaped trusses of 14 white flowers
Yak yaku Prince - Purplish pink flowers with paler blotch and dark orange red spotting. Height and spread 3ft *3ft.
Rhus aromatica LEMON SUMACH native to North America this deciduous shrub has palmate leaves and oval toothed leaflets, with small yellow flowers borne in panicles in spring followed by red fruits. Height and spread at maturity 5ft * 5ft.
Rhus glabra laciniata SCARLET SUMACH a bushy shrub native to America has bronze coloured stems with a white bloom, whilst finely cut pinnate leaves in deep blue-green leaflets turning rich red in autumn. Dense upright panicles of reddish green flowers followed by rounded crimson hairy fruits. Height and spread 8ft * 8ft.
Rhus potaninii native to western China this rounded deciduous tree has dark green pinnate leaves and up to 11 oblong leaflets turning red in autumn. Drooping panicles of creamy flowers in summer followed by red fruits. Height and spread30 ft * 20 ft.
Rhus typhina STAG HORN SUMACH is a deciduous tree late into leaf but early to colour in autumn turning orange then red, bearing clusters of red fruit in autumn. Height at maturity 5m ( 15 ft).Recommended for small gardens. Dissecta has deeply incised leaves.
Rhus verniciflua VARNISH TREE native of E.Asia this luxuriantly large foliaged deciduous tree with leaves turning yellow, red and crimson in autumn. Hardy. Height at maturity 15m (45ft ).Suitable for medium to large gardens.
Ribes aureum GOLDEN FLOWERED CURRANT an upright deciduous shrub from western USA has coarsely toothed 3 lobed foliage with pendent racemes of strongly scented yellow flowers in spring. Height and spread at maturity 12 ft by 12 ft.
Ribes sanguinium Pulborough Scarlet deciduous shrub with dark green 3 or 5 lobed leaves.Pendulous racemes of red flowers in spring. Followed by blue black fruits. Height and spread at maturity 10 ft * 10 ft.AGM.
Robinia pseudacacia FALSE ACACIA, LOCUST TREE native of E.United states is a large fast growing tree with pendulous attractive leaflets and fragrant sprays of pea like flowers in June. Tolerant of the poorest soils and atmospheric pollution. Height at maturity 25m ( 75 ft ). Cultivar Frisia has bright golden foliage and is thornless.AGM.
Sambucus nigra COMMON ELDER deciduous native shrub . Large heads of scented white flowers followed by black fruits. Height up to 30ft. Spread up to 20ft.Black Lace dark purple almost black dissected foliage and creamy clusters of pink flowers from May to June and red berries in autumn.Grows to 9ft Thunder Cloud chocolate coloured leaves with large clusters of pinkish white flowers in summer. Growing to 8ft*8ft.
Schisandra chinensis a vigorous woody climber from China bears cream to pale pink ¾ inch flowers. Whilst the female will produce 6 inch long drooping spikes of red or pink berries. Prefer moist soils and some protection from the midday sun. Grow to 30ft * 20ft.
Sequoiadendron giganteum SIERRA REDWOOD native of California this evergreen tree is neither the tallest or stoutest but it’s combination of height and bole make this the worlds biggest tree. Reaching only a fraction of those seen in California this tree still attains a size that only warrants it’s use in large landscaping projects. Tolerant of most soils except chalk. Height at maturity 40 m ( 120 ft ).AGM.
Sophora microphylla Sun King a small evergreen tree with delicate dark green leaflets with dark yellow pea like flowers in spring. Ultimate height 12ft.
Sorbaria aitchinsonnii FALSE SPIREA this attractive deciduous shrub native to Asia is grown for both attractive foliage, and large panicles of white flowers in spring. Grows to approx 6ft * 6ft.
Sorbus Joseph Rock a hybrid Rowan growing to 20-30ft with deeply incised bipinnate leaves which turn shades of red, orange and yellow in autumn.are cream coloured turning yellow.
Sorbus conmixta JAPANESE ROWAN attractive pinnate leaves with 15 leaflets opening bronze, turning a light green, yellow to red in autumn. Flowers white, fruits yellow. Height and spread at maturity 30ft * 20ft. Embley a small tree with outstanding autumn colour with heavy bunches of orange red fruits. AGM.
Sorbus hupehensis native of China this Rowan has bipinnate leaves dark green above lighter below turning hues of pink then eventually red. White flowers are borne in spring followed by white berries which mature pink. Height and spread at maturity 30ft *20ft.
Sorbus torminalis WILD SERVICE TREE leaves bright green, simple with pronounced lobes. Red autumn colour. Lax clusters of white flowers in spring, olive brown fruits in autumn.Height and spread at maturity 50 ft * 25 ft.
Stewartia pseudocamellia JAPANESE STEWARTIA flowering in spring with golden yellow anthers, the bark is freely flaking reddish brown colour, whilst the leaves turn a brilliant crimson red in autumn. Can grow up to 50ft but often considerably smaller with a spread of up to 15ft.
Stewartia sinensis CHINESE STEWARTIA flowering in spring with golden yellow anthers, the bark is freely flaking reddish brown colour, whilst the leaves turning purple red in autumn. Smaller then the Japanese Stewartia only growing up to a maximum of 30ft and spread of 20ft.
Styrax japonica JAPANESE SNOWBELL a deciduous tree from Japan, lightly branched with dark green shallowly toothed leaves. Short pendulous flower clusters are produced in late spring to early summer. Height and spread at maturity 30 ft * 15 ft.AGM.
Styrax obassia FRAGRANT SNOWBELL native of Japan, Korea and China this deciduous, with unusual leaves and drooping spikes of white flowers in spring and early summer. Hardy, fast growing this tree is best grown in lime free soil. Tolerant of light , to high shade. Height at maturity 12m ( 25 ft ).Suitable for small gardens. AGM.
Symphoricarpus albus SNOWBERRY grown for their graceful habit and autumn berries these deciduous shrubs from N.America thrive in both sun and shade in any well drained soil. Grows to 6ft *6ft.
Syringa Viviand Morel a spreading shrub with clusters of fragrant, double, mauve pink flowers from creamy buds in late spring and early summer.Primrose pale cream yellow;fragrant
Syringa meyeri Palibin smallest of all the lilacs growing to around 4 ft with pinkish lilac flowers in spring.
Syringa microphylla Superba a bushy shrub with dark glossy leaves and clusters of fragrant rose-pink flowers in late spring and early summer. Height and spread 18 ft * 18ft.
Taxodium distichum SWAMPCYPRESS native of S.E. United States this deciduous conifer has bright fresh green needles borne in flattened sprays which darken through the growing season to turn a fox red colour in late autumn. Planted near water they form air roots. Plant in full sun or part shade. Height at maturity 30m (90 ft).AGM.
Taxus baccata COMMON YEW native of Europe, Africa and W.Asia this evergreen is extremely tolerant of shade, clipping and shaping. Very slow growing and capable of living for hundreds of years this tree rarely grows over 20m ( 60 ft ). Tolerant of chalk clay or sand, damp or dry soils. Berries are only produced when both male and female plants within proximity. The foliage and fruits of these plants are extremely toxic.AGM.
Viburnum Eskimo a small evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and compact white flower heads in mid spring.
Viburnum lantana WAYFARING TREE a small deciduous tree or shrub with dull green oval leaves turning red in autumn, creamy white flowers are borne in terminal clusters, followed by red fruits which mature to black. Prefer alkaline soils. Height and spread at maturity15ft * 12ft.
Viburnum opulus GEULDER ROSE this deciduous shrub is grown for it’s bright red fruits in autumn, clusters of small creamy white flowers in summer, with large maple like leaves producing good autumn colour. Height and spread after 5 yrs 5ft * 5ft. Grow in full sun or light shade. Tolerant of chalk soils. Native. Good for wildlife. Roseum showy snowball like greenish white flower clusters in mid spring with the leaves. AGM.
Viburnum plicatum Pink Sensation JAPANESE SNOWBALL from Japan and China these spreading shrubs have pleated green leaves turning burgundy in autumn has showy pom-pom like flowers in late spring to early summer followed by small red fruits. Growing to 8ft * 8ft. Newport a dense mounded shrub with deep green leaves turning a stunning burgundy in autumn, long lasting white flowers from late spring.
Viburnum tinus Eve Price dense evergreen shrub leaves elongated and light pink flowers. Height and spread at maturity 8ft * 8ft.AGM.
Viburnum tinus Gwenillian compact medium sized, flowers deep pink in bud opening to white with a pink flush.AGM.
Weigela florida WEIGELA deciduous shrub from East Asia has large oblong serrated leaves with funnel shaped white to pink flowers from spring to summer. Hardy. Plant in full sun. Height and spread at maturity 8 ft by 8ft. Monet low growing shrub with variegated green, pink and white leaves and funnel shaped dark pink flowers.
Hybrid cultivars ranging in height and width from 5-8ft to 5ft-12 ft
Bristol Ruby carmine red flowers
Candida vivid green leaves with bell shaped white flowers
Nana Purpurea a small shrub growing to 3 ft with dark brown leaves and purple funnel shaped flowers
Nana Variegata cream edged variegated leaves with rich pink flower trumpets.
Wisteria floribunda macrobotrys JAPANESE WISTERIA a twining climber with long leaves and 11-19 pointed oval leaflets. Extremely long pendulous racemes of light purple flowers. Height and spread at maturity 25 ft * 25ft.AGM.
Wisteria floribunda Shironoda ( syn. Alba )JAPANESE WISTERIA a twining climber with long leaves and 11-19 pointed oval leaflets. Long pendulous racemes of 100 or more scented white flowers. Height and spread at maturity 25 ft * 25ft.AGM.
Wisteria sinensis Prolific CHINESE WISTERIA a fast growing climber native to China with long leaves with 7-13 pointed leaflets, with strongly scented pendulous racemes of lavender and purple blue flowers. Height and spread at maturity 35 ft * 35ft.
Sorbus aucuparia Sheerwater Seedling an upright small tree with a compact head of ascending branches. Large clusters of orange red fruits. AGM.
Amelanchier laevis Ballerina a small tree with finely toothed leaves bronze when young and colouring well in autumn.Large trusses of white flowers followed by bluish black fruit.AGM. Ultimate height and spread 6m * 8m.AGM
Prunus serrula tibetica BIRCH BARK CHERRY small willow like leaves with small white flowers followed by small cherry like fruits. Grown for it’s attractive peeling mahogany bark. Growing to approximately 25ft *25ft.
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