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Clematis cartmanii 'White Abundance' is a delightful evergreen climber that offers a stunning display of delicate beauty to any garden or outdoor space. When trained on a cane, this compact climber creates a charming vertical feature, showcasing its finely cut, lush green foliage that remains vibrant year-round. In early spring, 'White Abundance' lives up to its name by producing a profusion of small, pristine white, star-shaped flowers. These blooms form a breathtaking carpet of white, adding lightness and elegance to patios, garden borders, or containers. Ideal for canes, trellises, and small structures, this clematis thrives in well-drained soil and enjoys a sunny to partially shaded location. With its low-maintenance nature, it is perfect for creating a fresh and captivating garden display.

Miscanthus sinensis 'Little Zebra' is a deciduous ornamental grass forming a compact, upright clump. The narrow, arching leaves are banded with horizontal creamy-yellow variegation, giving a distinctive striped effect that sets it apart from plain green grasses. Growth is dense and well-structured, maintaining a neat rounded habit throughout the growing season, making it a useful plant for adding form and texture to a border. In late summer and into autumn, coppery-pink plume-like flower heads emerge above the foliage, fading to a soft silvery-beige as they mature. These feathery plumes persist into winter, adding movement and interest to the garden when many other plants have died back. The foliage itself also turns attractive shades of gold and copper in autumn before dying back over winter, at which point the dried stems and seed heads can be left standing for structural interest until cutting back in early spring. The seed heads provide a source of food for birds during the colder months, while the clump offers shelter for small insects and other garden wildlife. This grass is tolerant of a range of soil types and is well suited to sunny borders, gravel gardens, or planting in groups for a naturalistic effect.

The Purple Indian Bean Tree is a deciduous shrub, grown here for its striking foliage. Large, heart-shaped leaves emerge a deep purple-black in spring, gradually maturing to a bronzed green as the season progresses, giving a rich colour contrast within the border or as a specimen planting. Growth is dense and bushy when maintained as a shrub, forming a rounded, compact habit that responds well to pruning, encouraging even more vigorous and vividly coloured new growth. Spring and early summer are the times of greatest interest, when the newly unfurled purple leaves are at their most vibrant, fading slightly as summer progresses but still offering good textural and colour interest through to autumn. If allowed to develop beyond a regularly pruned shrub form, mature specimens can produce foxglove-like white flowers marked with purple and yellow throats during mid to late summer, which are attractive to pollinating insects such as bees. This plant performs best in a sheltered, sunny position, protected from strong winds and late frosts which can damage the young foliage. It adapts well to a range of soil types, including loamy and clay soils, provided drainage is reasonable.

Pittosporum Wrinkled Blue is an evergreen shrub with a compact, dense, rounded habit, making it a useful structural plant for borders or low hedging. The foliage is its main feature, with small, distinctively wavy-edged, blue-green leaves set against near-black stems, providing year-round colour and textural interest. New growth in spring adds a fresh contrast to the more mature blue-toned leaves, while the overall form remains attractive throughout the year due to its evergreen nature. Small, bell-shaped, dark maroon flowers appear in late spring, carrying a subtle honey-like fragrance, though they are not the plant's primary ornamental feature. This shrub tolerates coastal conditions well, being resistant to salt-laden winds, and is suited to a range of soil types including loamy and well-drained clay soils. It benefits from a sheltered position in colder inland areas, as it can be sensitive to hard frosts. Its dense foliage offers some shelter for small garden birds, and the flowers can attract pollinating insects when in bloom. Wrinkled Blue works well as a specimen shrub, in mixed borders, or clipped as low hedging, bringing consistent foliage colour and form to a garden setting throughout the seasons.

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.

Pyracantha is a vigorous, compact, thorny evergreen shrub with upright branches, small, ovate, glossy, dark green leaves, and clusters of lovely, white flowers in summer. Flowers are followed by masses of attractive, bright red-orange berries that create a spectacular display from late summer to winter. Firethorn is adaptable to various types of soil, but prefers fertile, slightly alkaline, sandy, loamy, moist and well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun, but grows easily in partial shade. However, flowering and fruiting are better in full sun. Once established, it is tolerant of drought. Resistant to frost and urban pollution. Generally, pest-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Pyracantha is a very decorative fruiting shrub, valued for its evergreen foliage and attractive scarlet fruit. It is great as a specimen or foundation plant, excellent for barrier hedging and espaliers, wall-side borders and trellises. Ideal for informal, cottage, urban, and wildlife gardens.

Juniperus chinensis 'Stricta', commonly known as Chinese Juniper, is an evergreen conifer with a distinctly conical, upright form. Its foliage consists of dense, needle-like, blue-grey leaves that hold their colour throughout the year, giving the plant year-round interest. The growth habit is compact and tightly packed, creating a formal, structured silhouette that works well as a specimen plant or focal point within a garden design. The tree maintains a neat, symmetrical shape with minimal pruning required, making it a low-maintenance choice for those seeking year-round structure without seasonal variation in appearance. Its consistent colouring and form mean it does not offer standout seasonal displays in spring, summer or autumn, but instead provides steady, reliable presence throughout all seasons. This conifer can provide shelter for small birds within its dense branching structure, offering a degree of habitat value in garden settings. Chinese Juniper is well suited to a range of soil types, including loamy and clay soils, and tolerates both sunny and partially shaded positions. It is also a good choice for coastal gardens, as it withstands exposure to wind and salt-laden air, making it a versatile option for various garden environments and planting schemes.

Quince is a deciduous fruit tree, trained here as a half standard with a clear stem and rounded head, making it a good choice where space is limited. The leaves are broadly oval, dark green above and downy grey beneath, turning soft yellow in autumn before falling. In late spring the tree produces large, pale pink to white blossoms, borne singly along the branches. These flowers are followed in autumn by large, fragrant, golden-yellow fruits with a distinctive knobbly shape. The fruit is hard and not eaten raw but is prized for making jams, jellies and quince paste once cooked. The blossom provides an early source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects, while the dense twiggy growth offers shelter for small garden birds. Fallen fruit in autumn can also be a useful food source for wildlife. Quince performs best in a sunny, sheltered position and tolerates a range of soil types, including heavier clay soils, provided drainage is reasonable. It is a reliable tree for small gardens or orchards, valued both for its ornamental blossom and its useful autumn fruit.

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.

Morus alba, or White Mulberry, is a fast-growing, rounded, spreading, deciduous tree with simple, heart-shaped, veined, glossy dark green leaves, yellow in autumn. It is usually dioecious, but sometimes monoecious. Small, yellowish, inconspicuous flowers grow in dropping catkins and bloom in spring. Female flowers are followed by sweet, edible, blackberry-like fruits, white to dark-red or purple-black when ripe. White Mulberry can adapt to a wide range of soils but grows best in fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils, in full sun. Once established, it is tolerant of heat and drought. It is resistant to frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh, dry winter winds. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. White Mulberry has been used in China for thousands of years as a primary food for silkworms that produce silk. It is suitable for growing in cottage gardens, fields and roadsides. Its fruit and bird droppings are very messy for urban areas.

Magnolia Yellow Bird is a deciduous tree of upright columnar habit with pyramidal to rounded crown, elliptic green leaves, golden-brown in autumn. Beautiful, fragrant, goblet-shaped, lemon-yellow flowers bloom in late spring, as the leaves emerge. Magnolia Yellow Bird thrives in fertile, rich, slightly acidic, moist, and well-drained soils. Doesn’t like too dry or too wet soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade, in a position sheltered from harsh winds. Since it blooms later in spring, it is less likely for its buds to be damaged by frost. Once established it is difficult to transplant. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Magnolia Yellow Bird is a hybrid cross between M. acuminata var. subcordata and M. x brooklynensis ‘Evamaria’. One of the best yellow Magnolias. It’s an attractive, flowering tree, perfect as a specimen plant or small shade tree. Great for shrub borders or informal hedges and screens. Suitable for growing in containers.

Prunus avium 'Stella' is a medium-sized, pyramidal cherry tree with oval, serrated, dark green leaves, and abundance of fragrant, white flowers blooming in spring. A large crop of tasty, heart-shaped, dark red cherries, is ready for harvesting in summer. Self-fertile tree that can be a good pollinator for other cherry varieties. The cherries have sweet and rich flavour. Cherry ‘Stella’ grows best in average, moderately fertile, slightly acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soil and thrives in full sun. Doesn’t tolerate too wet or waterlogged soils. It is resistant to frost but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. A self-pollinating variety that can be a good pollinator for other cherry varieties. Prunus avium 'Stella' is primarily grown for the fruit crop, not for ornamental value, but is a beautiful, small tree, perfect for any small garden. Great for beds and borders and wall-side borders. Needs occasional spraying with fungicides and pesticides.

Gisela rootstock is renowned for cherry trees due to its dwarfing ability, promoting smaller, more manageable tree sizes. It encourages early fruit production, higher yields, and enhanced fruit quality. Suited to diverse soil types, Gisela is resistance-prone, reducing susceptibility to certain diseases, making it favorable for optimizing cherry cultivation.

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.

Physocarpus 'Magic Ball' is an excellent choice for a wide range of garden styles, valued for its compact habit, colourful foliage, and easy maintenance. This hardy deciduous shrub forms a neat, rounded shape, making it particularly suitable for smaller gardens, mixed borders, courtyard planting, and contemporary landscapes where space may be limited. Its richly toned foliage provides strong seasonal colour contrast throughout the growing season, while clusters of delicate pink-white flowers in summer attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, helping to support garden biodiversity.

The plant performs well in full sun or partial shade and adapts to most well-drained soils, including clay and loam, once established. It is tolerant of urban conditions and demonstrates good resilience to cold weather, making it reliable in many UK gardens. Minimal pruning is required beyond occasional shaping or removal of older stems to encourage fresh growth and vibrant foliage colour.

Physocarpus ‘Magic Ball’ works beautifully as a specimen shrub, in low hedging, or planted alongside ornamental grasses and flowering perennials for long-lasting visual interest.

Betula pendula 'Dalecarlica,' commonly known as the Swedish Birch or Dalecarlian Birch, is a striking deciduous tree cultivar celebrated for its distinctive appearance and adaptability to a wide range of growing conditions. This cultivar is a popular choice among landscape designers and garden enthusiasts for its unique characteristics.

Dalecarlian Birch typically reaches a height of 40 to 50 feet (12 to 15 meters) with a graceful, upright, and slightly weeping form. Its slender branches elegantly arch downwards, creating a charming pendulous effect. The bark of this birch variety is a standout feature, characterized by its creamy-white colour with dark, diamond-shaped fissures that become more pronounced with age. This contrast between the bark's white background and dark patterns creates a visually striking tree year-round.

The foliage of Betula pendula 'Dalecarlica' consists of small, diamond-shaped leaves that are bright green in the spring and summer. In the fall, these leaves transition to a stunning golden-yellow colour, providing a spectacular display of autumnal beauty. The delicate leaves rustle gently in the breeze, adding to the tree's overall appeal.

One of the advantages of this cultivar is its adaptability to various soil types and moisture conditions. Swedish Birch thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH levels. It can tolerate moist to well-drained soils, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings, including urban environments, parks, and residential landscapes.

Betula pendula 'Dalecarlica' is known for its low maintenance requirements. While it benefits from occasional pruning to maintain its shape and remove dead or diseased branches, it generally requires minimal care.

In summary, Betula pendula 'Dalecarlica,' or the Swedish Birch, is a visually captivating and adaptable tree cultivar known for its graceful pendulous form, distinctive bark, and golden autumn foliage. Its ability to thrive in diverse soil and light conditions makes it a versatile choice for a wide range of garden and landscape applications, while its unique aesthetic qualities make it a cherished addition to outdoor spaces.

Japanese wisteria 'Macrobotrys' is a deciduous climber, trained here as a cane-grown standard. It produces pinnate, mid-green leaves composed of numerous oval leaflets, giving a light, airy texture to the twining stems. As the plant matures, the woody stems thicken and twist around their support, developing a strong, sculptural framework that provides structure even when the leaves have fallen in winter. The outstanding feature of this cultivar is its exceptionally long flower racemes, which can reach up to a metre in length. These cascade in late spring, typically May, in shades of lilac-blue, creating a dramatic curtain of blossom. The flowers are gently scented and appear before the foliage is fully developed, making this one of the most striking climbers for spring interest. Following flowering, elongated seed pods may develop, adding a secondary point of interest into summer. The abundant flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects, making this a useful addition to a wildlife-friendly or pollinator garden. Best grown against a sturdy support such as a pergola, wall, or trellis, this climber requires fertile, well-drained soil and a sheltered, sunny position to flower well. It is well suited to formal or courtyard gardens where its long racemes can hang freely and be fully appreciated.

The Autumn Flowering Cherry is a deciduous tree, grown here as a half standard with a clear stem and a rounded, spreading head of branches. The foliage emerges with a bronze tint in spring before turning mid-green through summer, developing yellow tones in autumn before leaf fall. This cherry is particularly valued for its flowering habit, producing clusters of semi-double, pale pink blossom that opens intermittently from late autumn through the winter months whenever conditions are mild, continuing into early spring. This extended flowering period makes it a useful source of interest during the quieter months in the garden, with branches often studded with delicate blooms against a bare winter backdrop. The early and prolonged flowering period provides a valuable nectar source for pollinating insects at a time of year when few other plants are in flower, supporting bees and other insects during mild spells in winter. As a half standard, this tree is well suited to smaller gardens, borders or as a specimen tree where its winter flowering display can be appreciated at close quarters. It performs well on most reasonably fertile, well-drained soils and tolerates a range of garden conditions.

Deal for 10 plants, Portuguese Laurel 'Angustifolia'. Delivered on a pallet. Ready for planting anytime, nice and bushy.

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.

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.

Pinus mugo 'Gnom' is a small, compact, dense, slow-growing, mound-forming, coniferous, evergreen shrub with neat and rounded habit, needle-like, jade-green leaves, and green to brown cones appearing in late summer. Pinus mugo 'Gnom' is not fussy about the soil type and can grow well in any type of soil, loamy, sandy, clay or chalky, as long as it is well-drained. It thrives in full sun. Once established, it is tolerant of drought and heat, very adaptable to coastal conditions. Extremely resistant to frost and can withstand wind, therefore, suitable for exposed positions. It can withstand urban pollution. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Dwarf mountain pine 'Gnom' is a lovely, neat, evergreen shrub, ideal for coastal and rock and gravel gardens, but also suitable for informal, cottage, and urban gardens. Excellent for cities and industrial areas. Great for growing in containers on patios and roof gardens. Nice when combined with taller shrubs and surrounded with white pebbles.