Shrubs

Euonymus alatus ‘Compactus’

Shrubs

Euonymus alatus ‘Compactus’

by Arundel Arboretum on Dec 11, 2022
Euonymus alatus ‘Compactus’ is a spreading, deciduous small shrub. Over time, the branches develop corky ridges. The green leaves turn a striking rosy-red in the autumn. Small green flowers appear and these are followed by red-purple fruits that contain orange seeds. Euonymus alatus ‘Compactus’ can be grown in full sun or partial shade, in an exposed or sheltered position. It has an eventual height of 0.5-1m and a spread of 1-1.5m, and should be planted in a moist, well drained soil.
Agapanthus umbellatus ovatus

Shrubs

Agapanthus umbellatus ovatus

by Arundel Arboretum on Dec 11, 2022
Agapanthus umbellatus ovatus is a beautiful shrub with bright green leaves. The lilac blue flowers appear on long, upright stems from July to September. It is also known as the African Lily. Agapanthus umbellatus ovatus can be planted in full sun and has an eventual height of 1.2m and a spread of 60cm. They are very resistant to drought and are good for bees.
Agapanthus umbellatus ‘Alba’

Shrubs

Agapanthus umbellatus ‘Alba’

by Arundel Arboretum on Dec 11, 2022
Agapanthus umbellatus ‘Alba’ is a variety of African Lily. The stunning white flowers adorn the long stems. It is an evergreen shrub, with beautiful lanceolate and bright green leaves. The flowers will appear from July to September. Agapanthus umbellatus ‘Alba’ can withstand a very dry location.
Skimmia japonica ‘Rubella’

Shrubs

Skimmia japonica ‘Rubella’

by Arundel Arboretum on Dec 11, 2022
Skimmia japonica ‘Rubella’ is a small, bushy evergreen shrub. Its dark green leaves can be up to 10cm long. Skimmia japonica ‘Rubella’ produces clusters of red buds during the winter months, which open out to fragrant white flowers in the spring. They prefer a moist, well-drained soil, and have an eventual height and spread of 1 – 1.5 metres.
Abelia ‘Edward Goucher’

Shrubs

Abelia ‘Edward Goucher’

by Arundel Arboretum on Dec 11, 2022
Abelia ‘Edward’ Goucher’ is a compact, deciduous, semi-evergreen bushy shrub. It has attractive mid to dark green foliage which is tinged bronze when young. It produces an abundance of tubular lilac-pink flowers which appear in clusters during the summer and autumn. Abelia ‘Edward Goucher’ can be planted in full sun in a sheltered position. It has an eventual height and spread of 1.5-2m and should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil. It is a top class shrub for a small garden.