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Portuguese Laurel Angustifolia is an evergreen tree with narrow, dark green leaves that have a distinctive reddish tinge on the stems and leaf margins, giving it a more refined appearance than the species type. Trained as a full standard, it develops a neat, rounded head of dense foliage on a clear stem, making it well suited to formal planting schemes, avenues or as a specimen tree. The foliage remains attractive throughout the year, providing consistent structure and colour in the garden during all seasons. In late spring and early summer, the tree produces slender, upright racemes of small, creamy-white, fragrant flowers that stand out against the dark foliage. These are followed by small dark purple to black berries in autumn. The flowers attract pollinating insects such as bees, while the berries provide a food source for birds later in the year, offering some wildlife value. This variety is tolerant of a range of soil types, including clay, and copes well with exposure to wind, making it a suitable choice for coastal gardens. It also tolerates partial shade, adding to its versatility as a specimen tree for a variety of garden settings.

Yucca rostrata, commonly known as the Beaked Yucca, is an evergreen architectural plant grown here as a clear stem specimen. It produces dense, symmetrical rosettes of narrow, blue-grey leaves that radiate outward in a striking spherical form, creating a strongly sculptural silhouette throughout the year. As older leaves die back, they fold downward against the trunk, forming a thatched skirt beneath the live foliage, though this is often trimmed away on clear stem forms to reveal the clean, upright trunk. This slow-growing, drought-tolerant species is well suited to Mediterranean-style planting schemes, gravel gardens and contemporary landscaping where a bold focal point is required. Its clear stem habit makes it particularly effective as a specimen plant, whether grown singly or in groups, bringing height and structural interest to borders, courtyards and raised beds. The Beaked Yucca is highly tolerant of poor, free-draining soils and thrives in full sun, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens where it withstands salt-laden winds and exposed conditions. It is also well suited to dry, sandy or stony soils where many other plants would struggle, and performs well in containers on patios or terraces.

Acer pensylvanicum, commonly known as the striped maple, is a deciduous tree native to the forests of eastern North America. It is a small to medium-sized tree, typically growing between 5 to 10 metres tall, with a slender trunk and spreading branches that create a rounded crown. The bark of young trees is particularly striking, characterised by green and white vertical stripes, giving the tree its common name. As the tree matures, the bark darkens to a reddish-brown or grey, and the stripes become less pronounced.

The leaves of Acer pensylvanicum are large and broad, usually measuring 12 to 18 centimetres in length and width. They are three-lobed, with a slightly serrated edge, and have a soft, velvety texture. The leaves are bright green in spring and summer, turning vibrant shades of yellow in the autumn before falling. This autumnal display makes the tree an attractive feature in woodland settings.

In late spring, the striped maple produces clusters of small, yellow-green flowers that hang down in delicate racemes. These flowers are unisexual, with male and female flowers often found on the same tree. Pollinated by wind or insects, the flowers develop into distinctive winged seeds, called samaras, which mature in late summer and are dispersed by the wind.

Acer pensylvanicum thrives in cool, shaded environments, preferring moist, well-drained soils. It is commonly found in the understorey of mixed hardwood forests, where it grows slowly in the dappled light. The striped maple is also known for its ability to regenerate from stumps, making it resilient in disturbed forest areas.

Arbutus unedo, commonly known as the strawberry tree, can make an excellent large multistem specimen for a garden, provided the conditions suit its needs. This evergreen tree naturally forms multiple stems, creating a sculptural, architectural presence that adds year-round interest. Its attractive cinnamon-peeling bark, glossy dark green leaves, and the unusual combination of flowers and fruit appearing at the same time make it a standout ornamental choice.

A multistem Arbutus unedo thrives best in well-drained soil and a sunny to lightly shaded position. It tolerates poor or slightly alkaline soils, coastal exposure, and urban pollution, making it versatile in many settings. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and generally low-maintenance, requiring only occasional shaping to maintain its form. Its moderate growth rate allows it to develop into a sizeable focal point without overwhelming smaller spaces.

Wildlife benefits are significant: the nectar-rich flowers attract bees and other pollinators, while the fruit provides food for birds. Although edible, the fruit is usually considered more ornamental than culinary. Overall, a large multistem strawberry tree offers beauty, resilience, and ecological value, making it a highly suitable choice for many gardens.

Ginkgo Troll is a deciduous tree with a distinctive bushy, dwarf habit, making it a compact and unusual form of maidenhair tree. Its fan-shaped leaves are bright green through spring and summer, turning a striking golden-yellow in autumn before falling. The dense, mounded growth creates an irregular, twisted structure of branches, giving the tree interesting year-round form even once leaves have dropped. Autumn is when this tree is at its most attractive, with the foliage colour change providing a strong seasonal display. Ginkgo biloba is a highly resilient species, tolerant of pollution and a wide range of soil conditions, making it adaptable to various garden settings including urban areas. It is generally slow-growing, suiting smaller gardens or spaces where a full-sized tree would be impractical. As an ancient species with no close living relatives, it holds particular botanical interest and can be a useful talking point in a garden. This cultivar does not produce significant flowers, and being a male clone, it does not bear the fruit associated with female Ginkgo trees, avoiding the unpleasant odour sometimes associated with the species. It is a hardy, low-maintenance choice suited to most well-drained soils.

Climbing Hydrangea is a deciduous climber with a vigorous, self-clinging habit, attaching itself to walls, fences or trees by means of aerial roots. It produces sturdy, woody stems that develop a dense, textured cover once established. The foliage consists of broad, glossy, heart-shaped green leaves that create a lush backdrop throughout the growing season and turn yellow before falling in autumn. In early summer, the plant produces flattened, lacecap-style flowerheads made up of small, creamy-white fertile flowers surrounded by larger, showy white sterile florets. These blooms have a delicate, frothy appearance and provide a striking contrast against the dark green foliage. The flowering display makes the plant particularly attractive during late spring and early summer. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects, offering a useful nectar source during their flowering period. The dense growth habit also provides shelter and nesting opportunities for birds once the plant matures and covers its support. This climber is well suited to shady, north-facing walls where many other climbing plants struggle to establish, making it a valuable choice for difficult, low-light positions in the garden.

Carpinus Betulus - Pleached/Espalier on 85x50cm Metal frame - 30lt

Carpinus betulus, or European Hornbeam, is a large, deciduous tree with a fluted grey trunk and very appealing, dense, oval to rounded crown. The leaves are ovate, serrated and ribbed, dark green in summer, coppery yellow in autumn. They remain on branches long into winter. Flowers appear in separate male and female catkins before the leaves, in spring, and are followed by winged nuts. European Hornbeam is a low maintenance and easy to grow plant. It is satisfied with any type of soil, but prefers fertile, dry to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is generally disease-free and pest free. It can tolerate drought. Carpinus betulus is an excellent tree and a nice addition to any garden. It is great as a specimen plant or in a group. Because of its tolerance to pruning, it is perfect for hedges and privacy screens.

Yucca rostrata 'Blue & Blue', commonly known as Blue Beaked Yucca, is a spectacular evergreen succulent that delivers striking architectural appeal to any garden or landscape. This hardy plant features a tall, single or multi-trunked form topped with dense rosettes of powdery blue, sword-shaped leaves. The foliage's unique blue hue adds a cool, serene tone to garden designs, contrasting beautifully with warmer colors and textures. In late spring to early summer, this yucca produces towering flower spikes adorned with clusters of creamy white, bell-shaped flowers that attract pollinators. Yucca rostrata 'Blue & Blue' thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, showcasing exceptional drought tolerance and low maintenance needs. Ideal for xeriscaping, desert gardens, and modern landscapes, it offers year-round interest and resilience.

Malus ‘Fruitilicious’ is a medium-size, broadly upright, spreading, deciduous tree, with ovate, medium green leaves, and masses of large, white flowers, blooming in spring. Huge, elongated, green to pink-red crab apples, the largest of all Malus crab apples, appear in autumn and persist on bare branches in winter. Attractive to birds and bees. Fruits can be used for culinary purposes. Malus ‘Fruitilicious’ is an improved form of Malus robusta and can adapt to a wide range of soils, but prefers moderately fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Once established, it is resistant to drought. It can withstand frost and wind. Resistant to urban pollution. Generally, disease-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Malus ‘Fruitilicious’ is a lovely tree with beautiful flowers and large, edible fruits, perfect as a specimen or accent plant for small informal, cottage, and urban gardens. It is suitable for growing in containers.

Nyssa sylvatica, commonly known as the Black Tupelo or Black Gum, is a deciduous tree grown here as a feathered specimen, with branches extending down the trunk close to ground level. The foliage is glossy dark green through spring and summer, turning to vivid shades of orange, red and purple in autumn, making this one of the most reliable trees for autumn colour. The tree develops a conical to oval form with a dense, uniform canopy. In late spring, small greenish-white flowers appear, inconspicuous but valuable to bees and other pollinating insects. These are followed by small blue-black fruits in autumn, which provide a food source for birds. The combination of flowers, fruit and dense branching structure makes this tree a useful contributor to garden biodiversity, supporting both pollinators and birds throughout the year. Black Tupelo performs well in moist, slightly acidic soils and tolerates wet or poorly drained ground, making it a suitable choice for damp areas of the garden where other trees may struggle. It also adapts well to clay soils. As a feathered tree, it retains a naturally full, low branching habit, useful for screening or as a specimen tree where year-round structure and strong seasonal interest are desired.

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium', commonly known as the Fernleaf Full Moon Maple, is a stunning deciduous tree cherished for its striking foliage and remarkable autumn display. Native to Japan, this variety is celebrated for its deeply lobed, fern-like leaves which provide a delicate, lacy texture that adds a unique aesthetic to any garden.

In spring and summer, the leaves emerge with a soft green hue, creating a serene and refreshing presence. As the seasons transition to autumn, 'Aconitifolium' truly shines. Its foliage transforms into a spectacular array of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows, making it one of the most brilliant autumnal displays among maples. This transformation adds a dynamic and fiery focal point to gardens, capturing the essence of the changing seasons.

'Aconitifolium' typically reaches a height and spread of 3 to 4 meters, making it suitable for smaller gardens as well as larger landscapes. It thrives in well-drained, moist soil and prefers partial shade, although it can tolerate full sun if provided with adequate moisture. Its compact size and slow growth rate make it an excellent choice for urban gardens, patios, and container planting.

This maple is not only admired for its foliage but also for its elegant, spreading habit and attractive branching structure, which provide year-round interest. Whether as a specimen tree or part of a mixed border, Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' brings a touch of elegance and seasonal drama to any garden setting in the UK.

Malus Royalty, commonly known as the Royalty Crab Apple, is a deciduous tree valued for its striking purple-red foliage, which deepens in colour through the growing season before offering warm tones in autumn. As a feathered specimen, it retains branches low down the trunk, creating a dense, well-furnished habit from ground level upwards, making it a strong architectural feature in any garden setting. In spring, the tree is covered in deep crimson-purple blossom, providing a vivid, long-lasting display that contrasts beautifully with the dark foliage. Following flowering, small dark red to purple crab apples develop, persisting into autumn and adding further seasonal interest as the leaves begin to turn. The blossom provides a valuable early source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects, while the small fruits offer a food source for birds through the autumn months. The dense branching structure also provides shelter for nesting birds and small wildlife, contributing to garden biodiversity. This tree performs well in most well-drained soils and is tolerant of a range of conditions, making it a versatile and reliable choice for ornamental planting, whether as a specimen tree, within a border, or as part of a larger planting scheme.

Prunus x hillieri 'Spire' is commonly known as the Spire Cherry, a deciduous tree valued for its narrow, upright growth habit, making it a good choice for smaller gardens or restricted spaces. Trained as a half standard, it develops a clear stem with a compact, conical crown that broadens slightly with age. In spring, the tree produces an abundance of soft pink blossom, which appears before the leaves unfurl, creating a striking early-season display. The foliage emerges with bronze tints before maturing to a rich green, providing a pleasant backdrop throughout summer. In autumn, the leaves turn attractive shades of orange and copper, offering further seasonal interest before they fall. The blossom provides an early source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects, supporting local wildlife during the spring months. Its dense, upright branching habit also offers some shelter for small birds. This variety is well suited to most well-drained soils, including loamy and clay types, and performs best in an open, sunny position. Its narrow form makes it particularly useful for lining avenues, driveways, or narrow borders where space is limited but seasonal colour and structure are desired.

The Azalea japonica, meticulously pruned into a spherical form, presents a botanical masterpiece that stands approximately one meter in both height and width. This exquisite ornamental shrub, celebrated for its captivating beauty, exemplifies nature's artistry.

Throughout the year, this Azalea variety showcases its allure through a symphony of colors and textures. In spring, it bursts into a profusion of radiant blossoms, each petal resembling a delicate work of watercolor art. Shades of pink, red, or white intermingle harmoniously, creating a captivating visual spectacle. The lush, glossy green foliage serves as an elegant backdrop to this floral spectacle.

As the seasons progress, the Azalea continues to enchant with its evergreen leaves, providing year-round interest. The meticulously maintained spherical shape adds a touch of formality and sophistication to any garden or landscape, making it an ideal choice for both traditional and contemporary settings. Its compact size ensures that it can be placed in various locations, from garden borders to pots on patios, offering versatility in garden design.

This one-meter-tall, one-meter-wide Azalea japonica embodies the harmony of nature and human cultivation, a living testament to the enduring appeal of this beloved ornamental shrub.

Sambucus Golden Tower is a narrow variety of European elder. It’s a compact, slender, deciduous shrub of columnar habit, with vivid yellow to golden yellow leaves, and flattened panicles of scented, white flowers in spring, followed by edible berries in late summer. Elder Golden Tower is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and will grow well in almost any location, but it prefers moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is very resistant to frost and suitable for growing in outdoor pots even in very cold areas. Tolerant of urban and coastal conditions. Low maintenance plant. It keeps its neat shape without pruning. Sambucus Golden Tower is lovely, resilient architectural shrub, perfect for adding colour and height to small, cottage, urban and coastal gardens. Great for shrub borders, wall-side borders, informal hedges and screens. Suitable for growing in containers.

Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the Maidenhair Tree, is a deciduous tree valued for its distinctive fan-shaped leaves, which are bright green through spring and summer before turning a striking golden yellow in autumn. This bushy form develops a dense, rounded habit rather than the tall, upright shape typical of the species, making it well suited to smaller gardens or where a more compact structure is desired. The foliage provides strong seasonal interest, particularly in autumn when the leaves create a vivid display of colour before dropping, often within a short period, carpeting the ground beneath in yellow. As an ancient species with no close living relatives, Ginkgo biloba is notably resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance choice for a garden setting. Ginkgo biloba is dioecious, meaning individual trees are either male or female. Flowers are inconspicuous and appear in spring, with female trees producing foul-smelling fruit later in the year if a male tree is present nearby for pollination. This bushy cultivar is adaptable to a range of soil types and is tolerant of urban pollution, making it a resilient choice for various garden environments.

Cornus kousa 'Milky Way' is a small deciduous tree that is a member of the dogwood family. It is prized for its stunning ornamental features, including its striking white blooms that appear in late spring or early summer, followed by its unique fruit that ripens in the fall. The 'Milky Way' cultivar is notable for its profuse, large, and showy flowers. The creamy-white blooms are star-shaped and feature four bracts, which surround a small, yellowish-green cluster of true flowers in the center. The tree's leaves are a glossy, deep green color and turn shades of red, orange, and purple in the fall, providing a colorful autumnal display. This variety is also known for its exceptional disease resistance, particularly against powdery mildew, a common fungal disease that affects many dogwood species. 'Milky Way' can reach a height of 20 to 30 feet with a spread of 15 to 20 feet at maturity. It prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sun exposure.

Spindle Euonymus is an evergreen shrub with a dense, compact, rounded habit, making it a reliable choice for structured planting. The foliage is the standout feature of this cultivar, with glossy, leathery leaves edged in creamy-yellow variegation that brightens throughout the year, lending a consistently fresh appearance to borders and containers. New growth often carries a brighter gold tone before settling into its mature variegated pattern, providing subtle seasonal interest without being dependent on flowers for impact. Small greenish-white flowers may appear in early summer, though these are inconspicuous and not a significant feature of the plant. This shrub tolerates a wide range of conditions and is particularly well suited to coastal gardens, as it withstands salt-laden winds and exposed positions with ease. It also performs well in urban settings, coping with pollution and poor soils, and adapts to most well-drained soil types including chalky, sandy and loamy ground. Its dense branching habit makes it useful for low hedging, topiary or as a structural specimen shrub, holding its shape well with minimal maintenance. Being evergreen, it provides year-round colour and screening, making it a dependable choice for gardeners seeking consistent foliage interest and resilience in varied planting situations.

Elaeagnus x ebbingei, commonly known as oleaster, is an evergreen tree, here trained into a pleached form to create instant screening or height on clear stems. The foliage is a notable feature, with oval leaves that are glossy dark green on top and silvery underneath, giving a distinctive two-tone shimmer as they move in the breeze. The dense, bushy growth habit makes it particularly effective for pleaching, forming a clean block of foliage on a lollipop-style stem that provides privacy without taking up excessive ground space. In autumn, small, inconspicuous but highly fragrant creamy-white flowers appear, hidden among the leaves. Though easily overlooked visually, their sweet scent carries well and can perfume an entire garden area during this period. These are followed in spring by small oval fruits that ripen to an orange-red colour. This pleached oleaster is a good choice for coastal gardens, being tolerant of salt-laden winds, and it also copes well with exposed or windy sites. It adapts to a wide range of soil types, including clay, and tolerates both sun and partial shade, making it a versatile option for structured screening or boundary planting in a formal or contemporary garden setting.

Callistemon laevis, commonly known as the Bottlebrush, is an evergreen shrub valued for its bright, eye-catching flowers and compact growth habit. The foliage consists of narrow, lance-shaped leaves in a deep green shade, providing a dense backdrop that sets off the flowers well. During late spring and summer, the shrub produces vivid red bottlebrush-shaped flower spikes, made up of numerous long stamens that create a striking, textured appearance. These flowers are a strong source of nectar and attract bees, butterflies, and birds, making the plant a useful addition for gardens aiming to support local pollinators and wildlife. This shrub performs well in full sun and is tolerant of a range of soil types, including poorer and sandy soils, making it a suitable choice for coastal gardens where wind and salt exposure can be a challenge. It also copes well with periods of dry weather once established, making it a low-maintenance option for sunny borders, mixed shrubberies, or as a specimen plant. Its combination of long flowering season, wildlife value, and resilience make it a versatile choice for a variety of garden settings.