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Photinia x fraseri 'Atropurpurea Nana' is an ornamental, upright, evergreen shrub or small tree with leathery, oval, glossy dark green leaves, bright red when young. Inconspicuous, small, creamy-white flowers bloom in April and May are sometimes followed by bright red berries. Spring pruning eliminates flowers and stimulates new red growth. Photinia x fraseri 'Atropurpurea Nana' 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. Easy to grow, low maintenance plant. Photinia x fraseri 'Atropurpurea Nana' is a lovely, colourful shrub, great as a specimen or accent plant, perfect for informal hedges and screens useful for noise reduction or wind protection. Excellent for cottage and urban gardens.

The Photinia 'Magical Volcano' is an exceptional plant choice for both instant hedging and patio screening, providing a unique blend of utility and aesthetic appeal. Height of approximately 90-100cm, making it ideal for creating an instant natural barrier or a private space in gardens and patios. Its trough size, measuring about 60cm in length, is thoughtfully designed to allow for easy installation and immediate impact in landscaping designs.

One of the most striking features of Photinia 'Magical Volcano' is its vibrant foliage. The leaves exhibit a fiery blend of red and green hues, reminiscent of a volcanic eruption, adding a burst of color to any setting. This vivid coloring is especially prominent in new growth, creating a dynamic and ever-changing display throughout the seasons.

The plant is known for its robust growth and hardiness, making it a reliable choice for gardeners of all skill levels. It thrives in a variety of soil types and conditions, although it prefers well-drained soil and a sunny to partly shaded location. This versatility ensures that it can be easily incorporated into a wide range of garden designs and styles.

In addition to its aesthetic value, Photinia 'Magical Volcano' also offers practical benefits. It serves as an excellent natural screen, providing privacy and reducing noise pollution. Its dense foliage also makes it a great habitat for birds and beneficial insects, contributing to local biodiversity.

Overall, the Photinia 'Magical Volcano' is a superb selection for anyone looking to add a touch of natural beauty and privacy to their outdoor spaces. Its ease of care, striking appearance, and practical uses make it a top choice for instant hedging and patio screening.

Photinia x fraseri Robusta is an ornamental, fast-growing, rounded, dense, evergreen shrub or small tree with large, finely serrated, glossy, oval leaves – crimson to copper when young, dark green when mature. Small, inconspicuous, white flowers in dome-shaped clusters bloom in spring and are followed by red berries. Spring pruning eliminates flowers and stimulates new red growth. Photinia x fraseri Robusta 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, drought, heat and urban pollution. 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 Robusta is great as an accent plant, but perfect for tall hedges and screens which are useful for noise reduction or wind protection in cottage and urban gardens.

Jacobinia, is a beautiful, tropical, upright growing, flowering, evergreen shrub with large, dark green leaves and stunning, bright red and yellow, nodding flowers from late winter through springs lightly scented. It's a compact plant, reaching a height and spread of 0.2–0.6m. Due to its sensitivity to cold, it's best kept indoors in a conservatory or greenhouse during winter or in colder regions. 

Jacobinia pauciflora thrives in partial shade and well-drained, moist soil, making it ideal for understory planting or container gardening. It blooms mainly during the cooler months, adding vibrant color when other plants are dormant. Relatively low-maintenance, it benefits from light pruning to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Due to its compact size and appealing blooms, Jacobinia pauciflora is a popular choice for decorative borders, patio gardens, and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

Jacobinia is a wonderful, long-blooming, tropical plant, easy to grow in tropical areas and in containers. It is perfect for Mediterranean gardens. Great as a foundation plant in shady spots, or as a low flowering hedge. Excellent for beds and borders, and as a houseplant.

Nandina domestica, or Heavenly Bamboo, is small, compact, dense, evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with a wonderful, colourful, bamboo-like, lance-shaped, lacy foliage – in shades of red in spring, green in summer, and again red in autumn. The clusters of small, star-shaped, white flowers may bloom in summer and are sometimes followed by bright, red berries.

Nandina domestica is adaptable to a wide range of soils, but prefers fertile, hummus-rich, consistently moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun with some afternoon shade. Once established, it is resistant to drought. It can tolerate frost, but may need some protection from harsh winds. In very cold climates, it may lose some leaves or die to the ground. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant. It is considered to be invasive. Heavenly Bamboo is stunning when planted in groups or masses. Perfect for shrub borders, foundations, informal hedges and screens, as a groundcover or edger. Suitable for growing in containers.

Photinia x fraseri Robusta is an ornamental, fast-growing, rounded, dense, evergreen shrub or small tree with large, finely serrated, glossy, oval leaves – crimson to copper when young, dark green when mature. Small, inconspicuous, white flowers in dome-shaped clusters bloom in spring and are followed by red berries. Spring pruning eliminates flowers and stimulates new red growth. Photinia x fraseri Robusta 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, drought, heat and urban pollution. 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 Robusta is great as an accent plant, but perfect for tall hedges and screens which are useful for noise reduction or wind protection in cottage and urban gardens.

Cotoneaster 'Cornubia' ¾ std is a large, rounded, compact, semi-evergreen shrub or small tree with branches that are upright when young, and arching as the plant matures. Long, oval, pointed, rich green leaves are early to leaf and late to drop. Clusters of lovely, creamy-white flowers appear in spring and attracts bees. Flowers are followed by abundance of attractive, pea-sized, vivid red berries in autumn and winter, if not eaten by birds. Cotoneaster 'Cornubia' ¾ std is very easy to grow. It thrives in fertile sandy loams, but can adopt to poor soils as long as they are well-drained. It doesn’t like marshy or waterlogged soils. It grows best in full sun and requires little maintenance. Once established, it is drought resistant. Cotoneaster 'Cornubia' ¾ std, with its semi-evergreen leaves and long-lasting berries, can be a perfect accent plant in winter gardens. Great for shrub borders, banks and slopes, and informal hedges.

Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera' is a cultivar of the popular ornamental tree species Robinia pseudoacacia, also known as the black locust tree. This tree is native to North America but has been widely cultivated in many parts of the world, including Europe and Asia. The 'Umbraculifera' cultivar is known for its attractive rounded crown, which makes it a popular choice for landscaping and street planting. The tree can grow up to 10 meters tall, with a spread of up to 8 meters. Its leaves are pinnately compound and can reach up to 30 cm in length. The tree produces fragrant white flowers in the late spring, which are followed by long, slender seed pods. Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera' is a hardy tree that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and growing conditions, including urban environments. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial shade. It is relatively low-maintenance and does not require regular pruning or fertilization.

Photinia × fraseri ‘Magical Volcano’ is a new, improved photinia, a cross between Fraser’s hedging photinia and Chinese photinia serratifolia. It’s a large, evergreen shrub with stunning, colourful leaves with pronounced serrated edges. The leaves are fiery red when young, dark green when mature, and coppery-red in autumn and winter. Panicles of creamy-white flowers bloom in late spring and are sometimes followed by red berries. Photinia × fraseri Magical Volcano can adapt to a wide range of soils, but prefers fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun and the best leaf colour is achieved in full sun. It can withstand frost, but needs to be sheltered from drying, winter winds. Generally, disease-free. May require some pruning. Christmas berry ‘Magical Volcano’ is a gorgeous evergreen shrub with strong and long-lasting colour, ideal for dense, compact, and attractive hedges and screens. It is also great as a standalone shrub.