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Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen' is a superb ornamental tree that brings elegance, texture, and long-lasting colour to a wide range of garden styles. Its graceful, cascading habit and finely dissected foliage make it an excellent focal point for small gardens, courtyard spaces, woodland borders, and Japanese-inspired landscapes. The deep crimson leaves emerge in spring and retain their rich colour throughout the growing season, before transforming into brilliant shades of scarlet and red during autumn.

This compact Japanese maple thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil and prefers a sheltered position away from strong winds. It performs best in partial shade, although it can tolerate more sun if the soil remains consistently moist. Its relatively slow growth and manageable size make it particularly suitable for gardens where space is limited.

'Crimson Queen' is equally effective when planted as a specimen tree, beside water features, among contrasting green foliage, or in a large decorative container on a patio or terrace. Requiring minimal maintenance beyond occasional removal of dead or damaged branches, it is an easy tree to care for once established. With its distinctive form, exceptional foliage, and outstanding seasonal colour, Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen' provides year-round beauty and a refined architectural presence in the garden.

The Olive Tree is an evergreen tree grown here as a full standard, producing a well-rounded head of growth atop a clear, upright stem. Its foliage is narrow and lance-shaped, silvery-grey to grey-green above with a paler, almost silver underside, giving the canopy a soft, shimmering appearance that moves attractively in the breeze. The bark is gnarled and pale grey, often becoming increasingly textured and characterful with age, lending a sculptural, Mediterranean quality to the tree even in winter months. In summer, small creamy-white flowers appear in loose clusters along the branches, followed later in the season by the familiar green olives, which ripen to a deep purplish-black if left on the tree long enough in a suitably warm, sheltered position. The flowers, while not large or showy individually, add a delicate texture to the canopy when in bloom. This tree is particularly well suited to sunny, sheltered spots with free-draining soil, and performs well in coastal gardens where it tolerates salt-laden winds and poor, dry soils. It is an excellent choice for patios, gravel gardens, or as a specimen tree, bringing year-round structure and a distinctly Mediterranean character to any planting scheme.

Acer palmatum dissectum, commonly known as the laceleaf Japanese maple, is a popular ornamental tree renowned for its intricate, finely divided foliage. This deciduous shrub or small tree is part of the Aceraceae family and originates from Japan, Korea, and China. It typically grows to a height of 2 to 3 meters (6 to 10 feet) with a similar spread, making it a perfect choice for small gardens and container planting.

The leaves of Acer palmatum dissectum are deeply lobed and serrated, resembling delicate lace. Throughout the seasons, the foliage transitions from a vibrant green in spring and summer to spectacular shades of red, orange, and purple in autumn, providing year-round interest. The tree's cascading, weeping habit adds an elegant and graceful element to any landscape design.

Acer palmatum dissectum prefers a position in partial shade with well-drained, moist soil. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal pruning to maintain its shape. This tree is also known for its resilience to pests and diseases. Its compact size and striking appearance make it an excellent choice for adding structure and color to garden borders, patios, and rockeries in British gardens.

Nandina 'Gulf Stream' is a compact evergreen shrub forming a neat, rounded mound of dense, cane-like stems. The foliage is finely divided into narrow, lance-shaped leaflets, giving the plant a light, feathery texture throughout the year. New growth emerges with reddish-bronze tones in spring, maturing to a deep blue-green during summer, before turning rich shades of red, orange and purple through autumn and into winter, providing colour interest across multiple seasons. Small clusters of white flowers appear in early summer, though they are not a dominant feature of the plant. The compact, well-behaved habit makes it particularly well suited to small gardens, borders and mixed planting schemes, as well as container growing. It tolerates a range of soil types, including clay, and performs well in both full sun and partial shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden positions. Its dense, low-maintenance growth habit also makes it useful for low hedging or as a structural evergreen element within a planting design.

Trachelospermum Jasminoides is a vigorous, evergreen climber, with twining stems, oval, glossy, dark green leaves, bronze purple when they emerge, bronze-red in winter. Clusters of lovely, very fragrant, star-shaped, white to creamy flowers bloom in summer. Star jasmine grows best in fertile, well-drained soils in full sun, but it can tolerate partial shade and most soils and conditions.

It thrives in a south-facing positions and once established it's tolerant of drought and will need to be protected from cold, drying winds. It should be provided a strong support and pruned to promote bushy growth, generally, disease-free and pest-free it is very easy to grow and maintain, ideal for beginners.

Trachelospermum Jasminoides, with is highly fragrant flowers and attractive evergreen foliage, is a beautiful vine suitable for informal, cottage, coastal, and urban gardens. It is perfect as a ground cover or low clipped hedge, excellent for covering walls, fences, pergolas, arbours, trellises and also great for planting in pots.

Scots Pine 'Sandringham' is an evergreen conifer with a compact, bushy habit, making it well suited to smaller gardens where space is limited. Its needles are blue-green, short and densely arranged, giving the plant a full, rounded appearance throughout the year. Growth is dense and slow, forming a neat mounded shape without the need for regular pruning or maintenance. The foliage colour remains consistent across the seasons, providing steady structural interest in a border or as a specimen plant during autumn and winter months when many other plants have lost their appeal. In spring, fresh growth emerges slightly lighter in tone before darkening to its typical blue-green shade. This cultivar provides shelter for small garden birds within its dense branching structure, and like other pines, it can offer a degree of habitat value for insects. Scots Pine is naturally tolerant of a range of conditions, including poor, sandy or dry soils, and performs well in exposed or coastal locations where many other conifers may struggle. It is also a good choice for areas with light or free-draining soil, as it does not favour permanently wet or waterlogged ground.

Taxodium distichum, the Swamp Cypress, grown as a standard tree is a magnificent, long-lived specimen that brings grandeur and seasonal interest to larger gardens and parkland settings. With its straight trunk and gracefully conical crown, it develops soft, feathery, bright green foliage in spring and summer, which turns rich copper-orange in autumn before falling to reveal an attractive winter silhouette.

This tree is particularly suited to moist or water-retentive soils, thriving where many other trees struggle, including beside ponds, streams, and in low-lying ground. It will also adapt to ordinary garden soils provided they do not become completely dry. In very wet conditions it may produce characteristic “knees,” adding unique sculptural interest.

Taxodium distichum prefers full sun for best growth and colour, and once established it is hardy, wind-tolerant, and surprisingly resilient. As a standard tree, it makes an outstanding focal point in spacious gardens, creating light, dappled shade rather than a heavy canopy, allowing underplanting beneath.

With its elegant form, autumn colour, and tolerance of challenging damp conditions, Swamp Cypress is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a stately, distinctive tree with strong year-round presence.

Acer palmatum dissectum, commonly known as the lace leaf Japanese maple, is a popular ornamental tree renowned for its intricate, finely divided foliage. This deciduous shrub or small tree is part of the Aceraceae family and originates from Japan, Korea, and China. It typically grows to a height of 2 to 3 meters (6 to 10 feet) with a similar spread, making it a perfect choice for small gardens and container planting.

The leaves of Acer palmatum dissectum are deeply lobed and serrated, resembling delicate lace. Throughout the seasons, the foliage transitions from a vibrant green in spring and summer to spectacular shades of red, orange, and purple in autumn, providing year-round interest. The tree's cascading, weeping habit adds an elegant and graceful element to any landscape design.

Acer palmatum dissectum prefers a position in partial shade with well-drained, moist soil. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal pruning to maintain its shape. This tree is also known for its resilience to pests and diseases. Its compact size and striking appearance make it an excellent choice for adding structure and colour to garden borders, patios, and rockeries in British gardens.

Acer palmatum 'Garnet' is a medium-sized, vigorous deciduous shrub with a bushy, dense, capriciously growing, cascading habit and smooth, grey-brown bark. It has beautiful, feathery, deeply cut, red leaves that resemble the colour of garnet stone in spring and summer, and turn scarlet in autumn. Small, inconspicuous, purplish flowers bloom in spring and are followed by pink, winged fruits. It can grow in any soil type except clay, but thrives best in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It prefers partial shade, but tolerates full sun very well. Easy to care for, it requires very little pruning. Lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure can cause leaf scorch. Acer palmatum 'Garnet' is a wonderful shrub that really stands out in the landscape and is probably the most used among similar cultivars. It is stunning as specimen plant, perfect for cottage and urban gardens, rock gardens, and roof gardens. Suitable for growing in containers as well.

Cotoneaster Rothschildianus is a semi-evergreen tree, grown here in a feathered form with branches retained down to ground level, giving a dense, bushy structure. The foliage is glossy and dark green, providing a good backdrop to the seasonal flowers and fruit. Small white flowers appear in early summer, held in clusters along the arching branches, and these are followed by a heavy crop of pale yellow berries that ripen through autumn and persist well into winter. This makes the tree particularly attractive during the autumn and winter months, when the branches are laden with fruit. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects, while the berries provide a valuable food source for birds during the colder months, supporting garden wildlife through autumn and winter. The feathered shape suits informal planting schemes, screening, or as a specimen tree where its natural, well-furnished outline can be appreciated from ground level upwards. It is tolerant of a range of soil types, including clay, and copes well with exposed or coastal conditions, making it a versatile choice for gardens where hardier, low-maintenance planting is required.

This plant is specifically shaped into a ball with very dense foliage. It is exceptionally large for this type of plant. 

Prunus lusitanica 'Angustifolia' is a dense, neat and tidy, evergreen shrub or small tree of compact, rounded to conical habit, with narrow, long, glossy, dark green leaves. Young stems are vivid red. Small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers bloom in late spring or early summer and are followed by dark purple berries in autumn. Attractive to pollinators and birds. Prunus lusitanica 'Angustifolia' is adaptable to a wide range of soils and conditions. It thrives in fertile, moist, well-drained soil, and grows well in full sun or partial shade. It is resistant to frost, but doesn’t’ like very exposed sites, therefore, needs to be sheltered from strong winds. Low maintenance plant, tolerant of hard pruning. Portuguese Laurel 'Angustifolia', differs from the classic variety for its greater density and narrower leaves. It is, therefore, superb for formal hedges. It forms great windbreaks and privacy screens. It reduces noise and pollution. It can be grown as a topiary tree.

Prunus ‘Amanogawa’, or Cherry 'Amanogawa' is a wonderful, ornamental cherry tree. It’s a small, deciduous tree of narrowly columnar habit with ascending branches, smooth, brown bark, and colourful foliage – bronze green in spring, bright green in summer, and orange and red in autumn. Beautiful, sweetly fragrant, saucer-shaped, pale pink to white flowers, open from pink buds, and bloom abundantly in spring. Cherry 'Amanogawa' prefers fertile, loamy, moist, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils. It thrives in full sun. It is resistant to frost, but late frosts may damage the flower buds. Needs to be sheltered from hard winds because they may strip the tree of its flowers. It is tolerant of urban conditions. Low maintenance plant. Cherry 'Amanogawa', with its stunning pink cherry blossoms, is perfect as a specimen plant for small, informal, cottage, and urban gardens. Excellent in narrow streets. Great for beds and borders and large pots and containers.

The Olive is an evergreen tree, grown here as a quarter standard with a compact, rounded head on a clear stem. The foliage is narrow, lance-shaped and silvery-grey on the upper surface with a paler, almost white underside, giving the canopy a soft, two-tone effect that moves attractively in the breeze. The branching habit is gnarled and characterful even on younger specimens, lending an immediate sense of maturity and Mediterranean charm to planting schemes. Small, creamy-white flowers appear in late spring to early summer, clustered along the previous year's growth. These are followed, in warmer and more sheltered positions, by small green fruits that ripen to a dark purplish-black through autumn, though reliable fruiting in the UK depends on a long, warm summer. The tree retains its silvery foliage year-round, providing consistent structure and interest through every season rather than a single dramatic display. It suits sunny, sheltered spots with free-draining soil and is particularly well suited to coastal gardens, courtyards, large pots and other situations where its drought tolerance and resistance to salt-laden winds can be put to good use.

Acer palmatum 'Inaba-Shidare' is a sought-after Japanese Maple variety known for its remarkable, intricate foliage and distinctive growth habit. This particular specimen sports an 80cm clear stem, supporting a weeping head, bringing the overall height of the tree to 110cm. It epitomizes graceful elegance with its cascading branches cloaked in deeply dissected, feather-like leaves. The leaves are a striking purplish-red, intensifying to a brilliant crimson come autumn, offering a vibrant spectacle. It is relatively compact, making it a superb choice for smaller gardens or growing in containers. It’s well-suited to creating focal points within landscapes, providing both visual appeal and architectural structure. Its rugged charm is highlighted when placed against a backdrop of evergreens or contrasting foliage, where its intricate silhouette becomes a living sculpture. A lover of well-drained, fertile soils and partial shade, ‘Inaba-Shidare’ requires protection from harsh winds and excessive sun to maintain the integrity of its delicate foliage. During winter, its dormant, twisted limbs add an additional layer of interest, hinting at its robust nature beneath a seemingly delicate demeanor. This exquisite blend of strength and beauty makes the Acer palmatum 'Inaba-Shidare' a beloved addition to diverse horticultural designs.

Pinus banksiana 'Velda' is an evergreen dwarf conifer, commonly known as Jack Pine, valued for its compact, bushy habit. It forms a dense, irregular mound of short, twisted needles in a bright to mid-green shade, creating a textured, tactile appearance throughout the year. The dense branching structure makes it a useful specimen for adding year-round structure to borders, rockeries, or dwarf conifer collections, where its low, spreading shape contrasts well with taller or more upright plants. As a slow-growing cultivar, it maintains a neat, tight form without requiring regular pruning, making it low-maintenance once established. The foliage colour remains fairly consistent across the seasons, offering steady visual interest rather than dramatic seasonal change, though fresh growth in spring can appear slightly lighter and more vivid before darkening with maturity. This pine is tolerant of poor, sandy, or well-drained soils and copes well with exposed or coastal conditions, making it a reliable choice for gardens with challenging growing environments. It is also well suited to areas with full sun, where its dense habit and needle retention are best maintained.

Japanese Umbrella Pine is an evergreen conifer with a distinctive bushy habit, forming a dense, multi-stemmed structure rather than the single leading trunk typical of many conifers. Its foliage is highly distinctive, made up of glossy, dark green needles arranged in whorled clusters that radiate outwards like the spokes of an umbrella, giving the plant its common name. These needles are thick and leathery, providing year-round textural interest and a striking architectural quality to the plant. The bushy form remains attractive throughout the year, with the dense arrangement of foliage creating good coverage from base to tip. Growth is slow, which helps the plant maintain a neat, compact appearance over time without frequent pruning. This conifer performs well in a range of garden settings and is particularly well suited to sheltered spots with moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It benefits from protection against strong winds and prefers a position with some shade, especially when young, making it a good choice for woodland-style plantings or sheltered borders where its unusual foliage can be appreciated at close range.

The dwarf burning bush is a deciduous shrub prized for its compact, dense and rounded habit, making it an excellent choice for low hedging, borders or as a specimen plant in smaller gardens. Its branches display the distinctive corky, wing-like ridges characteristic of the species, though less pronounced than the straight species form. The dark green foliage is attractive throughout the growing season and transforms into a spectacular display of vivid crimson and scarlet tones in autumn, creating one of the most striking seasonal colour changes available in a shrub of this size. In late spring, small, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers appear, followed by small capsules that split to reveal orange-red seeds, adding further autumn interest. These fruits provide a valuable food source for birds, supporting garden wildlife through the colder months. This shrub is adaptable to a wide range of soil types, including loamy and clay soils, and tolerates both full sun and partial shade, making it a versatile addition to many garden settings. Its slow growth rate and naturally neat form mean it requires minimal pruning to maintain its shape, making it a low-maintenance option for year-round structure with a dramatic autumn highlight.

Ginkgo biloba is known as a “living fossil”, one of the oldest tree species. It’s a large, long-lived, coniferous, deciduous tree with deeply grooved, grey-brown bark and thick, fan-shaped, bi-lobed, green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. Ginkgo has either male catkins or female single flowers on long stems. Female plants bear unpleasantly scented plum-like fruits, which are actually hard seeds with silvery yellow seed coats.

Ginkgo biloba grows in a wide variety of soils, except too wet and waterlogged, but prefers average, medium moisture, sandy, well-drained soils, in full sun. Once established, it is tolerant of heat, salt, and urban pollution. Generally, disease-free and pest-free.

Ginkgo biloba is a perfect specimen plant for large gardens. Great as a shade tree, lawn tree, or planted in espaliers. Very good for streets and parks. Slower-growing varieties are suitable for growing in containers. While young, the crown can be trimmed and trained as desired.

Corylus colurna, commonly known as the Turkish hazel, is a distinctive deciduous tree valued for its hardiness, ornamental qualities, and tolerance of challenging urban environments. Native to south-eastern Europe and western Asia, it is the largest species within the hazel genus, capable of reaching heights of 20–25 metres with a broad, pyramidal crown that gradually becomes more rounded with age.

One of its most striking features is its deeply furrowed, corky bark, which develops an attractive, rugged texture even on relatively young trees. This characteristic, combined with its strong, upright form, gives the tree a notable architectural presence in parks, avenues, and large gardens. The foliage consists of broad, heart-shaped leaves that are coarsely toothed and provide a dense canopy. They emerge a fresh green in spring, mature to a deeper shade in summer, and may turn soft yellow in autumn, though the seasonal display is generally modest.

In late winter to early spring, the tree produces long, pale-yellow catkins, which dangle decoratively before the leaves appear. These are the male flowers, while the female flowers are much smaller and less conspicuous, identifiable only by their tiny crimson stigmas. The resulting fruit is a small, hard-shelled nut partially enclosed in a frilly, deeply cut husk. Although edible, the nuts are typically smaller and less commercially significant than those of the common hazel.

Corylus colurna is especially appreciated for its resilience. It withstands pollution, compacted soils, drought, and cold, making it an excellent choice for urban planting or exposed sites. Its deep root system allows it to anchor securely and contributes to its tolerance of dry conditions once established. Overall, the Turkish hazel is a robust, handsome tree that combines ornamental beauty with exceptional practicality.

Photinia Red Robin Compacta is an evergreen tree, trained here as a half standard with a clear stem and a rounded, compact head of foliage. The leaves are glossy and leathery, emerging bright red before maturing to a deep, glossy green, giving a long season of colour contrast across the canopy. New growth continues to flush red throughout the growing season, making the tree particularly striking in spring and again in early autumn when fresh leaves appear. The dense, bushy head holds its shape well and responds readily to trimming, making this a useful tree for formal or structured planting schemes where a neat, rounded form is wanted. In late spring small white flowers may appear in clusters, though the plant is grown primarily for its foliage colour rather than for flowering display. This variety is tolerant of most soil types, including clay, and copes well with exposure, making it a reliable choice for coastal gardens as well as more sheltered sites. It also tolerates some shade, although the best red colouration on new growth develops in a sunny position. As a half standard, it suits use as a specimen tree or focal point within a border, lawn, or formal garden layout.