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Liriodendron tulipifera, or Tulip Tree, is a wonderful, deciduous tree of pyramidal habit when young, and rounded when mature, with glossy green leaves with distinctive lobes, that turn vibrant golden-yellow in autumn. Lovely, tulip-shaped, yellowish-green flowers with orange at the base, bloom, usually high in the tree, in late spring and early summer. Flowers appear on mature trees, at least 12 to 15 years old. They are followed by cone-like fruit which persist on branches throughout the winter. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Liriodendron tulipifera prefers fertile, loose, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Tulip Tree is an attractive fast growing tree, perfect as a specimen plant or a shade tree, alone or planted in groups, popular for its beautiful, bright autumn foliage. Excellent for large woodland gardens. It is attractive to bees and hummingbirds.

Acer palmatum 'Orangeola' is an exceptional choice for gardens where elegant form, year-round interest, and vibrant seasonal colour are desired. This compact, weeping Japanese maple develops a graceful cascading habit, making it ideal for smaller gardens, courtyard spaces, woodland settings, and ornamental borders. Its finely dissected foliage emerges in shades of orange-red during spring, matures to rich red-green tones through summer, and culminates in a spectacular display of crimson, scarlet, and orange in autumn.

Thriving in fertile, moist but well-drained soil, 'Orangeola' performs best in a sheltered position protected from strong winds and harsh afternoon sun, particularly in warmer areas. In the UK climate, it is generally reliable and hardy, benefiting from partial shade where its delicate foliage can remain at its best throughout the growing season.

This striking tree is particularly effective as a specimen plant, beside ponds, within Japanese-inspired gardens, or grown in a large patio container where its cascading branches can be fully appreciated. Requiring little pruning beyond occasional shaping, it is relatively low-maintenance. Its manageable size and outstanding foliage colour make Acer palmatum 'Orangeola' a superb focal point that brings beauty, texture, and seasonal interest to gardens of all sizes.

Acer palmatum 'Jordan' is a beautiful and highly sought-after cultivar of the Japanese maple tree. It is known for its delicate foliage and stunning fall colors. This tree is an excellent choice for adding interest and texture to any landscape.

The mature height of Acer palmatum 'Jordan' typically ranges from 10 to 15 feet, with a spread of 8 to 12 feet. It has an upright, rounded habit with multiple trunks and branches that create a beautiful silhouette.

The foliage of 'Jordan' is a deep red color in the spring and summer, and turns a vibrant crimson in the fall. The leaves are palmate and deeply lobed, giving the tree a unique and elegant appearance. This cultivar is also known for its excellent resistance to leaf scorch and other common diseases.

Overall, Acer palmatum 'Jordan' is an exceptional tree that adds a lot of visual interest and beauty to any landscape. Its relatively small size and stunning foliage make it an excellent choice for smaller yards or as a focal point in a larger landscape.

Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' – A Hardy and Elegant Evergreen

Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its glossy, narrow, dark green leaves that add year-round interest to gardens. A relatively new variety, it is prized for its graceful, upright growth habit and slightly weeping foliage, which sets it apart from other Pittosporum varieties.

Native to New Zealand, 'Irish Luck' thrives in the UK’s temperate climate, making it an excellent choice for a variety of garden settings. It typically reaches a height of 2.5 to 3 metres and spreads about 1.5 metres, forming a dense, bushy shape. This makes it ideal for hedging, screening, or as an architectural focal point in mixed borders. It also works well in containers for patios and courtyards.

One of the key attractions of 'Irish Luck' is its ability to tolerate coastal conditions, strong winds, and light frosts, making it particularly valuable in exposed locations. It prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal maintenance, needing only occasional pruning to maintain its shape.

In spring and early summer, Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' produces small, deep purple, honey-scented flowers, which contrast beautifully against the rich green foliage. While not highly conspicuous, these blossoms attract pollinators, adding ecological value to the plant.

Due to its refined, elegant appearance and resilience, 'Irish Luck' is a popular choice for contemporary and traditional gardens alike. Whether used as a hedge, feature plant, or in mixed planting schemes, it brings structure, texture, and year-round greenery to outdoor spaces with minimal effort.

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.

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 and 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.

European Plum ‘President’ is a vigorous, deciduous, fruit tree of an upright habit with oval, dark green leaves, white flowers, and large, round to oblong, edible, dark purple plum fruit with juicy yellow flesh, ripe in autumn. Plum ‘President’ prefers moderately fertile, neutral, sandy, loamy, moist, well-drained soils. It can adapt to other types of soil, except heavy-clay. It thrives in full sun and need at least 6 hours a day of sunlight. It is resistant to cold, but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. A pollinator of a different variety blooming around the same time should be planted nearby. Some pruning is needed in spring. Late ripening and heavy-cropping plum available when other plums are no longer in season. This variety is a popular English plum, used mostly for cooking and drying but can also be eaten fresh. It has sweet and slightly acid flavour. Great for jams.

Malus ‘Royal Beauty’ is a small, weeping, deciduous tree with a cascading, dark green leaves, deep-purple underneath, yellow and bronze in autumn, and clusters of fragrant, deep-pink to light-purple flowers along the branches, blooming in spring. Small, dark-purple, cherry-like, non-edible fruits ripen in autumn and persist on bare branches in winter. Malus ‘Royal Beauty’ can grow well in a wide range of soils, but prefers moderately fertile, deep, loamy, 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, wind, coastal conditions, and urban pollution. Low maintenance plant, requires minimal pruning. It’s a self-fertile plant, useful as a pollinator for other plants. Crab Apple 'Royal Beauty' is a highly ornamental tree with elegant weeping branches, perfect for small informal, cottage, coastal and urban gardens. Great as a specimen or accent plant, excellent for beds and borders.

Sorbaria 'Crimson Feathers' is a striking deciduous shrub admired for its finely divided, fern-like foliage and vibrant seasonal colour. New growth emerges in rich bronze-red and crimson shades during spring, gradually softening to fresh green through summer before developing fiery red and orange autumn tones. Its delicate, feathery leaves create a soft texture that contrasts beautifully with broader-leaved shrubs and perennial planting schemes.

During summer, upright plumes of creamy-white flowers rise above the foliage, adding movement and attracting bees and other pollinators to the garden. Compact and manageable in size, this ornamental shrub is well suited to borders, woodland-style planting, wildlife gardens, and contemporary landscapes where colourful foliage is desired throughout the seasons.

Sorbaria ‘Crimson Feathers’ thrives best in moist, fertile, well-drained soil and performs well in both full sun and partial shade. Once established, it is hardy and relatively low maintenance, requiring only occasional pruning to shape and encourage fresh colourful growth. Its bold foliage colours and elegant texture make it an excellent feature plant for adding long-lasting interest to gardens large or small.

Prunus 'The Bride’ is a lovely, ornamental, broad vase-shaped flowering cherry tree, with flat-topped, rounded crown when mature, and narrow, ovate, bright green leaves, bronze-green when young, orange and red in autumn. Stunning, large, single, pure white flowers with red anthers open from pink buds and bloom in early spring covering the branches before the leaves emerge. Prunus 'The Bride’ prefers fertile, rich, moist, well-drained soils, but can grow in a wide variety of soils, except waterlogged and very dry. It thrives in full sun. Very resistant to frost. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Attractive for bees, butterflies, and birds. 'The Bride' Cherry is a very decorative, dense and shrubby cherry tree with abundance of beautiful white flowers. Perfect as a specimen plant in informal, cottage, Japanese-style, and urban gardens. Great in beds and borders or for informal hedges and screens. Very suitable for growing in containers.

Photinia × fraseri ‘Red Robin’ is a highly popular evergreen shrub, valued for its vibrant red young foliage that matures to glossy dark green, creating striking year-round colour and contrast in the garden. Its reliable performance and bold appearance make it a staple in both contemporary and traditional planting schemes.

Well suited to a variety of garden settings, it thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers fertile, well-drained soil. A sheltered position is ideal to protect its young growth from cold winds, particularly in exposed areas. It is also tolerant of urban pollution, making it an excellent choice for town and city gardens.

Typically reaching 3–4 metres in height if left unpruned, it can be easily maintained at a lower height, making it perfect for hedging, screening, or as a standalone specimen. Regular trimming encourages fresh red growth, enhancing its ornamental appeal.

Low maintenance and versatile, Photinia ‘Red Robin’ is ideal for adding structure, privacy, and vibrant colour, while also providing a dense habitat for garden wildlife throughout the year.

Prunus lusitanica 'Angustifolia' is an elegant evergreen tree, particularly effective when grown as a standard. Its neat, upright form produces a well-defined head of glossy, dark green leaves, creating year-round structure and interest. The narrow leaves and attractive reddish young stems give this Portuguese Laurel a refined appearance, making it an excellent choice for formal and contemporary gardens.

In early summer, clusters of small, fragrant white flowers appear among the foliage, providing valuable nectar for bees and other pollinating insects. These are followed by small red fruits that mature to dark purple or black, adding further seasonal interest.

As a standard tree, 'Angustifolia' is particularly useful for framing entrances, lining paths, defining terraces or adding height to borders without taking up excessive ground space. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and will grow in sun or partial shade, although a sheltered, well-drained position is preferable.

Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and responds well to pruning, allowing its shape and size to be controlled. Its evergreen foliage also makes it useful where year-round screening and privacy are required.

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 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.

The Arbutus unedo clear stem tree, commonly known as the Strawberry Tree, is a beautiful evergreen specimen that brings year-round structure, colour and interest to any garden. Carefully grown at Arundel Arboretum, each tree has been trained into an elegant clear stem form, creating a neat canopy of glossy, dark green foliage that is both attractive and easy to incorporate into a wide range of planting schemes. During autumn, clusters of delicate white, urn-shaped flowers appear alongside the tree's distinctive strawberry-like fruits, which gradually ripen to vibrant shades of orange and red, providing exceptional seasonal appeal.

Our 20-litre Arbutus unedo trees are fully rooted into their containers, meaning they have established a strong, healthy root system rather than being freshly potted. This ensures the tree is ready to thrive once planted, with improved establishment and reliable growth. Exceptionally tolerant of coastal conditions, wind and periods of drought once established, the Strawberry Tree performs well in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, including chalk and sandy soils.

Ideal as a feature tree for gardens, courtyards or Mediterranean-inspired landscapes, Arbutus unedo offers year-round evergreen beauty while providing valuable nectar for pollinators and autumn fruit for wildlife. Its attractive cinnamon-brown bark and naturally rounded habit make it a superb low-maintenance ornamental tree for gardens across the UK.

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Elizabeth' is an upright, rounded, bushy, evergreen shrub with simple, leathery, narrowly oval, wavy-edged, glossy, grey-green leaves with irregular, creamy margins, tinted pink in winter, on slender, black stems. In cold winters, pink colour is more prominent. Clusters of small, star-shaped, sweet-scented, dark-purple flowers bloom in late spring and early summer. Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Elizabeth' can grow in a wide range of soils, but prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun or partial shade. It can withstand some cold, but needs to be sheltered from cold, drying, winds. It is tolerant of drought, salt, therefore, suitable for coastal areas. Generally, disease-free. Low maintenance plant, tolerant of hard pruning. Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Elizabeth', with its pink-green leaves on black stems, is a beautiful and unusual shrub, perfect for cottage, coastal, and urban gardens. Great for hedges and screens, shrub borders, wall-side borders, and growing in containers.

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Midnight' is a stunning shrub that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is also known as the Common Ninebark and is a popular choice for gardeners who want to introduce a touch of drama to their garden or outdoor space. This deciduous shrub is particularly known for its dark, almost black foliage, which is absolutely stunning and perfect for creating a striking contrast in any landscape. The 'Midnight' variety of the Physocarpus opulifolius grows to an average height of around two to three meters and can spread across a diameter of up to three to four meters. It prefers well-drained soil but can tolerate a wide range of soil types. During the summer, this shrub produces clumps of small creamy white to pinkish flowers that are incredibly attractive to bees and other pollinators. The blooming period of this shrub lasts for around three weeks, from May to June, and it typically produces fruit between August and September. This shrub is known to attract wildlife thanks to its colorful flowers and foliage. The dark leaves of this 'Midnight' variety provide a great backdrop for the vibrant colors of other plants, particularly those with lighter foliage, and can also be used as a focal plant in a garden or landscape design. Overall, the Physocarpus opulifolius 'Midnight' is a striking and stunning shrub that is sure to add interest and beauty to any garden or outdoor space. With its deep, dark foliage and lovely pinkish-white flowers, it is a true standout that will be cherished by any gardener or plant enthusiast. If you're looking for a shrub that will bring some drama and attention to your garden, be sure to consider the 'Midnight' variety of the Physocarpus opulifolius.

Eriobotrya japonica 'Coppertone’ is a tropical, evergreen shrub or small tree with dense, rounded crown, and long, narrow, exotic-looking, leathery, glossy green leaves, bronze when they emerge, and hairy underneath. Very fragrant, pale pink flowers bloom in autumn. Flowers are rarely followed by edible orange-yellow fruits. Attractive to bees and hummingbirds.

Eriobotrya japonica 'Coppertone’ prefers fertile, loamy, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun but will tolerate light shade. Once established, resistant to drought. It’s a tropical tree and can grow fruit only in frost-free climates since flowering occurs in autumn. Otherwise, it can withstand frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Best to be planted against a brick or stone wall. Tolerant of sea salt and urban pollution. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Coppertone Loquat Tree is a wonderful, exotic-looking, ornamental, evergreen tree, perfect as a specimen plant in coastal and urban gardens. Suitable for growing in large containers.

Acer palmatum 'Summer Gold' is a stunning cultivar of Japanese maple that is highly sought after for its unique golden-yellow foliage. This deciduous tree typically grows to a height of about 1.5 meters and has a bushy, rounded habit, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or patio containers.

The leaves of Acer palmatum 'Summer Gold' are deeply lobed, giving them a delicate and airy appearance. The foliage emerges as a bright golden-yellow color in the spring and maintains this striking hue throughout the summer months. As autumn approaches, the leaves turn a subtle green before taking on shades of orange and red, creating a beautiful contrast against the autumn landscape.

This cultivar is relatively low maintenance and easy to grow, making it a popular choice for gardeners of all levels of experience. It prefers partial shade and well-draining soil that is kept consistently moist. Occasional pruning can help maintain its compact size and shape.

Overall, Acer palmatum 'Summer Gold' is a stunning and versatile tree that can add a touch of elegance to any garden or landscape.

At maturity, Acer palmatum 'Summer Gold' typically reaches a height of around 1.5 to 2 meters, with a similar spread. However, this can vary depending on growing conditions and the specific cultivar. The plant has a slow to moderate growth rate, and it may take several years to reach its full size. In general, Japanese maples are known for their elegant and graceful appearance, and 'Summer Gold' is no exception. Its compact size and bushy habit make it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or as a focal point in a larger landscape. With proper care and maintenance, this beautiful tree can provide years of enjoyment and beauty in your outdoor space.