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Pyrus communis 'Beurre Hardy' is a vigorous, narrowly upright, pyramidal, deciduous tree with ovate, glossy, dark green leaves and lovely, white flowers in early spring. It bears good, regular crops of tasty, red-flushed, yellow-brown pears in autumn. The fruit has excellent flavour and very melting flesh. Pyrus communis 'Beurre Hardy' can grow in a wide range of soils, loamy, sandy and calcerous, but thrives in fertile, neutral, moist, well-drained soils. It prefers sunny, sheltered positions and the fruit is best when grown in full sun. Resistant to frost but since it is an early bloomer, flower buds may be damaged by late frosts. It can withstand wind. It should be grown with a pollination partner for a reliable crop. Low maintenance plant. Pear 'Beurré Hardy' is a popular French dessert pear. It is great for informal and cottage gardens. Suitable for wall-side borders and growing in containers. Since it is wind resistant, it can be grown in coastal areas.

Malus ‘John Downie’ is an ornamental, deciduous tree with wide, oval to round, half-open crown, and ovate, glossy, green leaves, buttery-yellow in autumn. Lovely, single, white flowers that open from pink buds, bloom in May and are followed by plum-like, firm and crunchy, orange-red fruits, that remain on branches throughout the winter. These crab apples are tasteful and great for jams and jellies. Attractive to birds and bees. Malus ‘John Downie’ can grow well in almost any type of soil, as long as it is well-drained, but thrives in moderately fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Once established, it is resistant to drought. It can withstand frost, wind, and urban pollution. Generally, disease-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Malus ‘John Downie’ is a lovely ornamental tree, ideal for smaller informal, cottage and urban gardens. It is very popular for its delicious fruits great for culinary use.

Sorbus vilmorinii, or Vilmorin's Rowan, is a small, spreading, deciduous tree with flat, fern-like, pinnate green leaves, turning red and purple in autumn. Corymbs of small, creamy-white flowers bloom in spring and are followed by rose pink berries fading to white in autumn, and persisting on bare branches throughout the winter. Attractive to birds and bees. Vilmorin's Rowan is adaptable to a wide range of soils but prefers moderately fertile, humus-rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is resistant to frost and wind and tolerant of exposed conditions, coastal conditions, and urban pollution. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Sorbus vilmorinii is a lovely, small, ornamental tree, perfect for small cottage, coastal and urban gardens. It is great as a specimen plant, for beds and borders, informal hedges and screens. Excellent for streets and avenues. Suitable for growing in containers.

Hosta ‘Royal Standard’ is a classic and highly reliable perennial, valued for both its handsome foliage and fragrant blooms. It is one of the earliest patented hostas, introduced in the mid-20th century, and remains a favorite in gardens today due to its vigor and versatility. This cultivar forms large, dense clumps of broad, glossy green leaves with a rich sheen that provides texture and depth in shady borders or woodland gardens. Unlike many hostas, ‘Royal Standard’ is remarkably sun-tolerant, performing well in both full shade and partial sun, which makes it a flexible choice for diverse planting schemes.

During late summer, tall flower scapes rise above the foliage, bearing clusters of trumpet-shaped, pure white blossoms. These flowers are not only striking in appearance but also delightfully fragrant, a rare and desirable trait among hostas, attracting pollinators to the garden. With its hardy nature, low maintenance needs, and ability to thrive in a variety of soils, Hosta ‘Royal Standard’ is well-suited for mass plantings, edging, or as a striking specimen plant. It remains a timeless and elegant choice for gardeners.

The Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' is a captivating Japanese maple known for its deep red foliage that holds color brilliantly throughout the growing season. This bushy, upright tree features finely cut, vibrant leaves that emerge bright red in spring, deepen to a rich crimson in summer, and turn to fiery scarlet in fall, creating a striking display. Growing up to 15-20 feet, 'Red Emperor' has a graceful, spreading form and is hardy, resistant to leaf scorch in sun and heat. Ideal as a focal point in gardens, it thrives in well-drained soil with moderate moisture and partial shade. With its bold color, easy-care nature, and dramatic form, 'Red Emperor' is a favorite for adding elegance to any landscape.

Hosta Francee is an attractive, fast-growing, clump-forming, deciduous perennial of dense, arching, mounding habit and broad, heart-shaped, strongly-veined, dark green leaves with white margins. The funnel-shaped, white to pale lavender flowers emerge on long flower scapes above the foliage in mid-summer. Hosta Francee grows best in organically rich, moist, well-drained soils in partial to full shade. It likes some morning sun and consistent moisture.

Once established, it can withstand dry shade. It needs to be sheltered from cold, dry winds. Low maintenance plant. Slugs and snails may damage the foliage. Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Hosta Francee is a beautiful, ornamental, low maintenance plant, perfect for shade gardens, especially good-looking in groups or massed. Great as a background plant, a groundcover, for mixed beds and borders, under the shrubs and roses, or for growing in containers. Suitable for informal, cottage, woodland, and urban gardens.

Hosta Big Daddy is a slow-growing, clump-forming perennial with an attractive, large, blue-green foliage. Very ornamental, broad, rounded, textured, blue-green leaves retain their beautiful colour most of the growing season if grown in shady conditions. White to pale lavender, bell-shaped flowers appear on tall flower scapes in summer and rise above the foliage.

Hosta Big Daddy thrives organically rich, moist, well-drained soils in partial to full shade. It likes some morning sun and consistent moisture. Once established, it can withstand dry shade. It needs to be sheltered from cold, dry winds. Low maintenance plant. Slugs and snails may damage the foliage, but it is more slug resistant than other hosta varieties. Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. One of the best blue hostas and a perfect plant for shady areas. Great as a background plant, for beds and borders, mixed with other perennials, or planted under the shrubs and roses. Suitable for informal, cottage, woodland, and urban gardens.

Laurus nobilis, commonly known as bay laurel, is a highly versatile and valuable plant for many types of gardens. Its elegant, glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and makes it an excellent choice for ornamental borders, formal designs, and Mediterranean-inspired landscapes. Bay laurel can be grown as a shrub or trained into a small tree, and it also responds exceptionally well to pruning, making it ideal for topiary, hedging, or container cultivation.

This species thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils, though it is generally tolerant of a range of soil types once established. In warm, temperate climates, Laurus nobilis grows vigorously and remains evergreen; in colder regions, it benefits from shelter against harsh winter winds or can be overwintered in a container. Its moderate drought tolerance adds to its suitability for low-maintenance gardens.

Beyond its ornamental appeal, bay laurel is valued for its aromatic leaves, widely used in cooking. The leaves can be harvested year-round, adding a practical, culinary dimension to the garden. Combining beauty, resilience, and utility, Laurus nobilis is an excellent, long-lasting addition to both formal and informal garden settings.

Cornus alba 'Gouchaultii' is a fast-growing, multi-stemmed, suckering, deciduous shrub with narrow, upright stems, bright red in winter, and variegated green leaves with yellow margins flushed with pink, turning red-purple in autumn. Tiny yellowish-white flowers in flat-topped clusters bloom in late spring, sometimes again during the summer. Flowers are followed by ornamental, blue-tinged, white berries in autumn. Cornus alba 'Gouchaultii' can tolerate a wide range of soils, even wet, dry, and poor, but prefers fertile, organically rich, consistently moist, well drained soils. It thrives in full sun to partial shade. Once established, resistant to drought. Generally, pest-free. Low maintenance, doesn’t require, but benefits from pruning. Tatarian Dogwood 'Gouchaultii' is perfect when planted in masses and its vivid red stems look stunning in winter landscape. Also appreciated for its attractive foliage and ornamental berries. Great for shrub borders, informal hedges and screens, or foundation plantings. Excellent for banks and slopes and erosion control.

Quercus rubra, commonly known as the Northern Red Oak, is a majestic deciduous tree native to North America, including parts of the United States and Canada. This oak species belongs to the Fagaceae family and is renowned for its striking appearance, impressive size, and ecological significance.

Mature Quercus Rubra trees can reach heights of up to 100 feet (30 meters) and possess a wide, rounded crown that provides ample shade during the summer months. Its leaves, which are alternately arranged along the branches, are deeply lobed with pointed tips and possess a vibrant green colour in the spring and summer. However, during the autumn season, they transform into a breathtaking spectacle of crimson and red hues, making it a popular choice for ornamental landscaping.

The bark of the Northern Red Oak is dark brown, often becoming rough and deeply furrowed with age, adding to its visual appeal. The tree produces acorns as its fruit, which are an essential food source for numerous wildlife species, including squirrels, deer, and birds. This contributes to its ecological significance by supporting local ecosystems.

Quercus rubra prefers well-drained soils and can adapt to a variety of soil types, making it a hardy and resilient tree species. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it versatile in different environmental conditions.

Quercus rubra stands as a symbol of strength, resilience, and natural beauty. Its presence in North American forests and landscapes enriches the environment and provides valuable resources for both wildlife and human use. This iconic tree embodies the timeless beauty of nature and its vital role in sustaining the ecosystems it inhabits.

Ilex meserveae ‘Blue Maid’ trained into a ball shape is an elegant, evergreen specimen that provides year-round structure and colour. Its naturally dense foliage responds particularly well to shaping, creating a neat, rounded crown that is ideal for formal gardens, entrances, patios and borders.

The glossy, dark blue-green leaves have attractive spiny margins and retain their colour throughout the year, providing excellent winter interest. In spring, small white flowers appear, which can be followed by bright red berries when a suitable male holly, such as ‘Blue Prince’, is growing nearby.

As a mature ball-shaped specimen, ‘Blue Maid’ makes an excellent architectural feature, either planted individually or used in pairs to frame a doorway, pathway or garden entrance. It is also well suited to containers, where its evergreen character can be appreciated close to the house.

Hardy and relatively low maintenance, it tolerates a range of soil conditions and performs well in sun or partial shade. It is particularly useful for exposed gardens, as it is tolerant of wind once established.

Ilex meserveae ‘Blue Maid’ combines attractive foliage, seasonal berries and a formal shape to create a sophisticated garden feature.

Pyrus communis 'Beurre Hardy' is a vigorous, narrowly upright, pyramidal, deciduous tree with ovate, glossy, dark green leaves and lovely, white flowers in early spring. It bears good, regular crops of tasty, red-flushed, yellow-brown pears in autumn. The fruit has excellent flavour and very melting flesh. Pyrus communis 'Beurre Hardy' can grow in a wide range of soils, loamy, sandy and calcerous, but thrives in fertile, neutral, moist, well-drained soils. It prefers sunny, sheltered positions and the fruit is best when grown in full sun. Resistant to frost but since it is an early bloomer, flower buds may be damaged by late frosts. It can withstand wind. It should be grown with a pollination partner for a reliable crop. Low maintenance plant. Pear 'Beurré Hardy' is a popular French dessert pear. It is great for informal and cottage gardens. Suitable for wall-side borders and growing in containers. Since it is wind resistant, it can be grown in coastal areas.

Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa', commonly known as Colorado blue spruce 'Glauca Globosa', is a compact, slow-growing evergreen conifer that is highly valued for its unique blue-green foliage and attractive, rounded form. It is a cultivar of the Colorado blue spruce, which is native to the Rocky Mountains in western North America. This dwarf cultivar typically grows to a height of only 3-5 feet and a spread of 5-7 feet, making it an excellent choice for small gardens, rockeries, and containers. The needles are short, stiff, and sharply pointed, with a powdery blue-green color that intensifies in the winter. The cones are small and inconspicuous, and they do not typically appear until the tree is several years old. 'Glauca Globosa' prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA zones 2-7 and is highly tolerant of cold temperatures and harsh growing conditions. It requires little maintenance once established and is generally resistant to pests and diseases.

Amelanchier Ballerina is an ornamental, spreading, deciduous shrub or small tree with vase-shaped crown. Its long-stemmed, glossy, oval, leaves are bronze in spring, dark green in summer, and red-purple in autumn. The autumn colour is very attractive. White and slightly blushed pink flowers grow in large, loose clusters. Small edible red to deep purple berries appear in July but are mostly eaten by birds. Amelanchier Ballerina is a resilient and tough tree. It can grow in full sun or partial shade. It likes moist lime-free soils, preferably clay or sandy, and will grow well in damp places. It is resistant to frost, can withstand wind, and tolerates partial paving and air pollution. This attractive ornamental plant is suitable for any garden. It looks great in small, patio, roof, or rock gardens. Good for growing in containers. Perfect for urban gardens and for planting in narrow streets.

Camellia ‘Brushfields Yellow’ is a vigorous, compact, neat and tidy, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, and abundance of beautiful, creamy-white, double flowers, primrose yellow in the centre, that bloom in spring. Camellia ‘Brushfields Yellow’ loves organically rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. The soil needs to be consistently moist, too much water may lead to a root rot. It thrives in partial shade. Direct sunlight will burn its leaves and full shade may lead to thinner leaves and fewer blooms. It can withstand frost but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require regular pruning. Camellia ‘Brushfields Yellow’ is one of the most popular camellias. Its evergreen foliage and spectacular flowers makes it a wonderful specimen plant in informal, cottage, and urban gardens. Great in beds and borders, wall-side borders, and shrub borders. Excellent for hedges and screens. Suitable for growing in containers.

Clematis armandi 'Snowdrift' is a robust and elegant evergreen climber, perfect for adding vertical interest to gardens and outdoor spaces. When trained on a cane, this charming plant showcases glossy, dark green foliage that provides year-round appeal. In early spring, 'Snowdrift' bursts into bloom with an abundance of pure white, star-shaped flowers that emit a delicate, sweet fragrance. The cascading blooms create a breathtaking display, attracting pollinators and adding a fresh, clean aesthetic to trellises, pergolas, or decorative canes. This climber thrives in well-drained soil and enjoys a sunny to partially shaded position. Its vigorous growth, combined with low maintenance requirements, makes 'Snowdrift' an ideal choice for enhancing gardens, patios, or any outdoor living area with beauty and fragrance.

Vitis Vinifera Gnarled Grape Vine is a deciduous, woody, tendril, climbing grape vine with attractive gnarled trunk, deeply-lobed, toothed, bright green leaves, panicles of tiny greenish flowers, and purple clusters of edible grapes. This species has many cultivars selected either for fruits or ornamental qualities. Vitis Vinifera Gnarled Grape Vine prefers fertile, deep, loamy, slightly alkaline, well-drained soils, but can tolerate sand or clay if the drainage is good. It thrives in full sun. Once established, it is somewhat resistant to drought. It needs to be sheltered from harsh winter winds. The best location would be sunny south-facing slope. It needs good air circulation and a strong support system. High maintenance plant that requires regular pruning. Vitis Vinifera Gnarled Grape Vine is primarily grown for its fruit that can be eaten fresh, cooked or used for making wine. Since it is a climber, it looks great when grown on fences, walls, trellises and arbours and can provide shade and screening.

Camellia ‘Lady Campbell’ is a compact, vigorous, bushy, evergreen shrub of upright habit with oval, glossy, leathery, dark green leaves. Masses of medium-sized, bright red, rose-like, double flowers bloom from late winter to spring. Camellia ‘Lady Campbell’ is best grown in organically rich, slightly acidic to neutral, moist, well-drained soils. The soil needs to be consistently moist, but too much water may lead to a root rot. It thrives in partial or dappled shade. Direct sunlight will burn its leaves and full shade may lead to thinner leaves and fewer blooms. It can withstand frost but needs to be sheltered from harsh and dry winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require regular pruning. Camellia ‘Lady Campbell’ is a beautiful, flowering shrub perfect as a specimen or accent plant. Excellent for mixed, shrub, and wall-side borders or informal, flowering hedges and screens. Suitable for growing in containers.

Kolkwitzia amabillis Pink Cloud is a beautiful, medium-sized, vigorous, suckering, deciduous shrub with a vase-shaped habit, exfoliating bark when mature, arching stems, and ovate, dark green foliage, yellow in autumn. Clusters of lovely, bell-shaped, pale pink to clear pink flowers with yellow markings on the inner throat, blooming in spring and summer. Flowers are followed by capsule-like fruits.

'Pink Cloud' prefers average, medium moisture, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to various types of soils as long as they are well-drained. Its foliage is best in partial shade but it tolerates full sun. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. It may need occasional hard pruning if it becomes too dense or overgrown.

Kolkwitzia amabillis Pink Cloud, with its outstanding pink flowers, is great as a specimen plant, perfect for foundations and shrub borders. Ideal for informal, cottage gardens. It can be used as a screen or hedge in large gardens.

Sorbus aucuparia, or European Mountain Ash, is a vigorous, deciduous tree with oval, upright habit when young, rounded when mature and pinnate, serrated, dark green leaves, yellow, red, and purple in autumn. Flat-topped clusters of small, white flowers bloom in late spring and are followed by a profusion of bright orange-red berries. Attractive to birds and bees. European Mountain Ash prefers moderately fertile, humus-rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to various soil conditions, even poor and dry. It thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is resistant to frost and can withstand wind and short floods. Doesn’t like hot and humid summers. Very easy to grow, tolerant of urban pollution and exposed areas. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Sorbus aucuparia is an attractive ornamental tree, perfect for cool northern climates. Great for cottage, wildlife, and urban gardens. Excellent as a street tree. Suitable for growing in containers on patios and roof gardens.