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Laurus nobilis, or Bay Laurel, is a dense, compact, slow-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree of pyramidal habit, dark grey bark, and aromatic, narrowly ovate, leathery, dark green leaves used in cooking, especially in French and Mediterranean cuisine. Clusters of small, yellowish flowers bloom in spring and are followed by glossy, dark purple, berry-like drupes. Bay Laurel can grow in a wide range of soils, as long as they are well-drained, but thrives in fertile, moist, and well-drained soils. It prefers full sun, but doesn’t mind partial shade. It is tolerant of salt, therefore, suitable for coastal areas. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. In colder climates, it needs to be grown in containers and brought inside during the winter. Laurus nobilis is a wonderful, long-lived shrub, perfect as a specimen plant or planted in groups. Suitable for growing in containers, great as a topiary, and excellent for hedges and screens. Essential for herb garden.

Citrus limon 'Limonero' is an attractive evergreen citrus tree grown for both its ornamental value and its highly productive fruiting. It produces glossy, aromatic green leaves and strongly scented white blossoms, which often appear alongside developing fruit, creating a long season of interest. The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators and are followed by bright yellow lemons with a sharp, refreshing flavour suitable for culinary use, drinks, and preserves.

This lemon tree thrives in full sun and prefers a warm, sheltered position, making it especially well suited to patios, courtyards, conservatories, and greenhouses. It performs best in well-drained, fertile soil and is commonly grown in containers, allowing it to be moved indoors or protected during colder months. In milder climates, it can be grown outdoors in a sunny, frost-free spot.

Citrus Limonero combines ornamental structure with practical fruit production, offering year-round evergreen foliage and seasonal colour from flowers and fruit. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens or urban spaces, while its Mediterranean character brings a touch of exotic elegance and fragrance to any outdoor living area.

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.

Tamarix Africana is an elegant deciduous shrub valued for its airy, feathery foliage and graceful arching branches. Native to Mediterranean coastal regions, it produces masses of delicate pale pink flowers in spring and early summer, creating a soft cloud-like effect that brings lightness and movement to the garden. Its fine blue-green foliage contrasts beautifully with bolder planting schemes and works especially well in coastal, gravel, or contemporary landscapes.

This hardy shrub is highly tolerant of wind, salt-laden air, drought, and poor soils, making it an excellent choice for exposed gardens or seaside locations where many other plants struggle. Once established, it requires little maintenance and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. Tamarix Africana can be grown as a large shrub or lightly pruned into a small multi-stem specimen, providing architectural interest throughout the year.

Its natural, relaxed habit makes it particularly attractive in wildlife-friendly gardens, where the flowers can attract pollinating insects. Elegant yet resilient, Tamarix Africana offers texture, colour, and movement while thriving in challenging conditions.

Rose ‘Bianco Puro’ grown as a standard (tree) rose is a refined and elegant feature, offering pure white blooms held high above a clear stem. This elevated form creates a striking focal point, bringing light, contrast, and structure to borders, patios, and formal garden designs.

The crisp white flowers stand out beautifully against dark foliage or colourful companion planting, making it especially effective in traditional schemes, wedding gardens, or minimalist, contemporary settings. It is also ideal for framing entrances or pathways when planted in pairs, or as a standalone specimen in a container or central border position.

Best grown in a sunny, open site, it requires at least several hours of direct light each day to ensure strong flowering and healthy growth. Well-drained, fertile soil is essential for consistent performance and repeat blooming throughout the season.

As with all standard roses, ‘Bianco Puro’ benefits from regular care, including feeding during the growing season, deadheading spent blooms, and annual pruning in late winter or early spring to maintain a balanced, rounded crown.

Overall, it offers elegance, versatility, and long-lasting seasonal interest, making it a valuable addition to both formal and informal garden settings.

Trachycarpus fortune, or Chinese Windmill Palm, is a dioecious, evergreen palm tree with a stout trunk covered with hairy, black fibres from old leaf sheaths, and deeply divided, fan-shaped, dark green leaves. Large, dropping panicles of small, light yellow flowers bloom in summer and are followed by dark blue fruits on female plants. Chinese Windmill Palm grows best in rich, moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils. It prefers partial shade to full sun and locations sheltered from cold, drying winds and winter frosts. Plant crown may need protection. Of all the trunked palms, this one has the best winter hardiness. Drought tolerant. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Very easy to grow. Trachycarpus fortune is an excellent palm tree, perfect for bringing tropical vibes into the landscape. Great as a specimen plant or planted in groups. Suitable for growing in large containers and brought inside in very cold climates.

Euonymous alatus is a large, dense, spreading deciduous shrub with oval, green leaves, that turn spectacularly scarlet-red in autumn. Tiny, inconspicuous, greenish flowers bloom in spring and summer, and are followed by highly ornamental purple and red fruits in autumn and throughout the winter. Bare winter branches are attractive because of their “corky” wings. Euonymous alatus can grow in a wide range of soils, but thrives in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun and the best leaf colour is achieved in full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Generally, pest-free. Attractive to birds. It can withstand severe pruning, and has a tendency to be invasive. Euonymous alatus is a stunning shrub with beautiful fiery red autumn foliage, hence the name Burning Bush. It is perfect as a specimen plant, great for informal hedges and screens, wall-side borders, and shrub borders. Best-looking when planted against evergreens.

Arbutus unedo multi-stem is an evergreen, ornamental, multi-stem, capriciously growing shrub or small tree with glossy, leathery, mid-green foliage. It is very unusual and stunning all year round. Clusters of fragrant, bell-shaped, white flowers bloom from autumn to mid-winter. Round, yellow fruits appear in winter and slowly become ripe in the next 12 months, gradually turning red. They are still on the tree when new flowers show up in autumn. A grey-brown bark peels, revealing cinnamon-colored inner bark. Arbutus unedo multi-stem grows slowly in a multi-stem form. It can grow in all kinds of soils and climate conditions, but prefers acidic, moist and well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant to drought, disease-free and pest-free. Very resilient. This unusual, colorful and very attractive plant is perfect as a specimen plant, great for shrub borders, hedges, coastal gardens, and for growing in containers.

Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is an evergreen shrub valued for its attractive year-round foliage and clusters of delicate flowers, making it a popular choice for UK gardens. This compact variety is especially appreciated for its hardiness and ability to thrive in a wide range of soils and light conditions, from full sun to partial shade. Reaching an average height and spread of about 1.5 to 2 metres, it’s well-suited for hedging, borders, or as a standalone feature in smaller garden spaces.

The foliage of Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is lush, dense, and a rich dark green, providing an excellent backdrop for its flowers. The leaves are oval-shaped with a leathery texture, adding structure and depth to garden displays. Flowering from late autumn through to early spring, it produces rounded clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that open in pale pink buds and gradually transition to a bright, creamy white. This long blooming period makes it especially valuable for providing colour and interest during the colder months when many other plants are dormant.

The flowers of Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ are followed by metallic blue-black berries, which ripen in spring and attract birds to the garden. These berries add an extra visual appeal and make the plant a good choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. The shrub is relatively low-maintenance, requiring only occasional pruning to maintain shape, and it’s resistant to most pests and diseases. Additionally, Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is tolerant of coastal conditions, making it a resilient option for seaside gardens.

Overall, Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is a versatile, robust, and decorative shrub that brings a mix of evergreen foliage, seasonal flowers, and attractive berries to any garden, ensuring year-round interest with minimal effort.

Euonymous alatus is a large, dense, spreading deciduous shrub with oval, green leaves, that turn spectacularly scarlet-red in autumn. Tiny, inconspicuous, greenish flowers bloom in spring and summer, and are followed by highly ornamental purple and red fruits in autumn and throughout the winter. Bare winter branches are attractive because of their “corky” wings. Euonymous alatus can grow in a wide range of soils, but thrives in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun and the best leaf colour is achieved in full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Generally, pest-free. Attractive to birds. It can withstand severe pruning, and has a tendency to be invasive. Euonymous alatus is a stunning shrub with beautiful fiery red autumn foliage, hence the name Burning Bush. It is perfect as a specimen plant, great for informal hedges and screens, wall-side borders, and shrub borders. Best-looking when planted against evergreens.

Cercis canadensis ‘Pink PomPom’ is a beautiful deciduous tree prized for its abundant, double pink flowers, attractive heart-shaped foliage and elegant branching structure. A distinctive cultivar of the Eastern Redbud, it makes an excellent specimen tree for adding colour and seasonal interest to the garden.

In spring, the bare branches become covered with clusters of fluffy, double pink flowers, creating a spectacular display before the leaves emerge. Unlike many flowering trees, the blooms appear directly along the branches and older wood, giving the tree an unusual and eye-catching appearance. The flowers provide an early source of interest for pollinating insects.

Following flowering, attractive heart-shaped green leaves emerge, forming a soft and rounded canopy. The foliage provides a fresh appearance throughout summer before developing attractive yellow tones in autumn. Once the leaves have fallen, the tree's naturally branching framework remains an attractive feature through the winter months.

Cercis canadensis ‘Pink PomPom’ is best planted in a sunny or partially shaded position with fertile, well-drained soil. A sheltered site is preferable, particularly for younger trees, helping to protect the spring flowers and emerging foliage from strong winds and late frosts. Once established, it is relatively easy to maintain and generally requires only occasional pruning to remove unwanted or crossing branches.

Its attractive form and manageable size make it suitable for a range of garden settings, including lawns, borders, courtyards and larger planting schemes. It works particularly well as a specimen, where its spectacular spring flowering can be fully appreciated.

For customers looking for a flowering tree with plenty of character, Cercis canadensis ‘Pink PomPom’ is an excellent choice. Its unusual double pink flowers, heart-shaped summer foliage and attractive autumn colour provide interest across several seasons, making it a memorable addition to the garden.

Photinia x fraseri ‘Little Red Robin’ is a small, compact, erect, evergreen shrub with leathery, elliptic, glossy, dark green leaves, bright red when young. Panicles of inconspicuous, small, creamy-white flowers bloom in spring and are sometimes followed by red berries. Spring pruning eliminates flowers and stimulates new red growth. A smaller and more compact version of Photinia ‘Red Robbin’. Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' grows best in average, fertile, slightly acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils, except waterlogged and compact. Once established, it is resistant of frost and drought. Young leaves may be damaged by late frosts, therefore it should be sheltered, especially from harsh winds. Low maintenance plant, tolerant of hard pruning. Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' is a lovely, colourful shrub, great as a small specimen or accent plant, perfect for smaller borders and informal low hedges. Suitable for growing in pots and containers.

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.

Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' is a New Zealand selection of Fraser's Photinia. It’s a large, evergreen shrub or small tree with leathery, oval, glossy, brilliant, bright red leaves when they emerge, and dark green after several weeks. Small, 5-petal, white flowers bloom in spring and are rarely followed by red fruits which can persist throughout winter. Spring pruning eliminates flowers and stimulates new red growth. Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' grows best in average, fertile, slightly acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils, except waterlogged and compact. Once established, it is resistant of frost and drought. Young leaves may be damaged by late frosts, therefore it should be sheltered, especially from harsh winds. Low maintenance plant. Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' is a very popular evergreen shrub, great as a specimen or accent plant, but perfect for hedges and screens, useful for noise reduction, or wind protection.

Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Amber Glow' is a striking deciduous conifer that belongs to the Cupressaceae family. It is a dwarf cultivar of the dawn redwood tree, which is native to China. The Amber Glow variety is highly prized for its stunning coloration, which adds an extra layer of visual interest to any landscape. The tree's foliage is a unique combination of green and gold hues, which take on a beautiful amber glow in the fall. The soft needles are arranged in a spiral pattern around the branches, creating a delicate, lacy effect. As the tree matures, its bark develops an attractive, fluted texture that adds another layer of visual interest. This variety of Metasequoia glyptostroboides is a slow-growing tree that reaches a height of around 6-8 feet and a spread of 3-4 feet over 10 years. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It is also tolerant of wet soils and can be grown near bodies of water.

Cordyline australis, or Cabbage Palm, is an impressive, vigorous, palm-like, sub-tropical tree with long, arching, narrow, dark burgundy leaves. The panicles of small, fragrant, white flowers bloom only on mature plants, in late spring to early summer. The flowers are followed by white or blue-tined berries. Cordyline australis (cabbage palm) thrives in full sun or partial shade and grows well in any kind of soil, except waterlogged. It prefers fertile, moist and well-drained soils. It is tolerant to salt, wind, and drought which makes it a perfect coastal plant. It can withstand some cold weather, but frost might damage it. Disease-free and low maintenance. Toxic to animals. Cordyline australis is an incredible specimen tree because of its tropical looks and bold colour. It’s a great addition to any garden, traditional or modern. Perfect for coastal areas. Great for beds and borders, patios and containers.

Ligustrum lucidum 'Variegatum' Standard, at approximately 300cm tall, is an ideal choice for gardens needing elegant structure and effective screening. This evergreen tree features a dense, rounded crown elevated on a clear stem, creating a formal, lollipop-shaped standard that brings height and architectural interest to the landscape. The variegated foliage—glossy green leaves edged in creamy white—adds year-round brightness and contrast, making it visually appealing in all seasons.

Well-suited to urban and suburban gardens, this Ligustrum tolerates pollution, pruning, and a variety of soil types, provided they are well-drained. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is relatively low-maintenance once established. In summer, it produces small, fragrant white flowers that attract pollinators, followed by dark berries which add further seasonal interest.

Its dense canopy makes it excellent for privacy screening, windbreaks, or as a focal point in formal garden designs. Whether used in rows along boundaries or as standalone specimens in courtyards and patios, Ligustrum lucidum 'Variegatum' Standard trees provide reliable structure, year-round color, and an elegant solution for screening and ornamental planting.

Euonymous alatus is a large, dense, spreading deciduous shrub with oval, green leaves, that turn spectacularly scarlet-red in autumn. Tiny, inconspicuous, greenish flowers bloom in spring and summer, and are followed by highly ornamental purple and red fruits in autumn and throughout the winter. Bare winter branches are attractive because of their “corky” wings. Euonymous alatus can grow in a wide range of soils, but thrives in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun and the best leaf colour is achieved in full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Generally, pest-free. Attractive to birds. It can withstand severe pruning, and has a tendency to be invasive. Euonymous alatus is a stunning shrub with beautiful fiery red autumn foliage, hence the name Burning Bush. It is perfect as a specimen plant, great for informal hedges and screens, wall-side borders, and shrub borders. Best-looking when planted against evergreens.

Euonymous alatus is a large, dense, spreading deciduous shrub with oval, green leaves, that turn spectacularly scarlet-red in autumn. Tiny, inconspicuous, greenish flowers bloom in spring and summer, and are followed by highly ornamental purple and red fruits in autumn and throughout the winter. Bare winter branches are attractive because of their “corky” wings. Euonymous alatus can grow in a wide range of soils, but thrives in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun and the best leaf colour is achieved in full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Generally, pest-free. Attractive to birds. It can withstand severe pruning, and has a tendency to be invasive. Euonymous alatus is a stunning shrub with beautiful fiery red autumn foliage, hence the name Burning Bush. It is perfect as a specimen plant, great for informal hedges and screens, wall-side borders, and shrub borders. Best-looking when planted against evergreens.

Cotoneaster 'Rothschildianus' is a medium-sized, vigorous, semi-evergreen shrub or small, shrubby tree with arching branches. Its long, narrow, bright green leaves hold all year round in mild winters. Tiny, white, fragrant flowers bloom in summer and are followed by pendant clusters of golden yellow berries in autumn and winter. The berries provide food for birds during the winter. Cotoneaster 'Rothschildianus' grows well in any kind of soil, as long as it is well-drained, but does best in neutral to alkaline. It doesn’t like marshy and waterlogged soils. It prefers full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Low maintenance and easy to grow. Once established, tolerant to cold and drought. In colder areas, it needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Cotoneaster 'Rothschildianus' is an interesting plant, great for banks and slopes, flower beds and borders, informal hedges and screens. Perfect for informal, cottage, and wildlife gardens. Suitable for growing in pots and containers.