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Malus domestica 'Fiesta' is a medium-sized, upright to spreading, heavy-cropping, deciduous, dessert apple tree with ovate, toothed, grey-green leaves, yellow and orange in autumn. Pale pink flowers fade to white, bloom in spring, and are followed by heavy crops of red-flushed, yellow-orange apples ready for harvesting in September. The apples are rich in flavour, juicy, sweet and crisp. Malus domestica 'Fiesta' grows best in moderately fertile, neutral, moist, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun, but can tolerate some shade. It is resistant to frost, but late frosts may damage the flower buds. Partially self-fertile, it requires another pollinator planted near-by. It needs regular pruning and thinning. Apple 'Fiesta' is a popular dessert apple. The tree is ornamental and suitable for informal, cottage, and urban gardens. It’s a reliable and heavy cropper. The apples can be eaten fresh, but are also used for culinary purposes. Since very juicy, they are perfect for making apple juice.

M26 is a semi-dwarfing rootstock (smaller than MM106) used for apple trees, particularly in orchards and home gardens. It produces trees 10-12 feet in height, making them easier to manage and harvest. M26 ensures early fruit production, good anchorage, and medium vigor. However, it requires staking during early years and is moderately susceptible to fire blight.

Yucca rostrata, commonly known as Beaked Yucca, is a stunning, evergreen succulent that adds architectural beauty to any landscape. This hardy plant features a distinctive, tree-like trunk crowned with a dense rosette of narrow, blue-green leaves, creating a striking silhouette. The leaves are fine-textured with soft, thread-like filaments along the edges, offering unique visual appeal. In late spring to early summer,

Yucca rostrata produces tall flower spikes adorned with clusters of creamy white, bell-shaped flowers that attract pollinators, adding seasonal interest. This drought-tolerant, low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping, desert-themed gardens, and modern landscapes. Its exceptional cold hardiness and resilience make Yucca rostrata a versatile and enduring garden centerpiece.

The Acer pseudoplatanus 'Prinz Handjery' is a striking cultivar of the sycamore maple, prized for its unique and ornamental foliage. Originating from the broader Acer pseudoplatanus species, this particular variety stands out due to its distinctive purple and green leaves, making it a favourite among gardeners seeking an eye-catching addition to their landscapes.

This medium-sized deciduous tree typically grows to a height of 10 to 15 metres, with a spread of around 8 to 10 metres, making it a suitable choice for medium to large gardens. The tree's overall shape is broadly conical or rounded, and it features a dense canopy, providing ample shade beneath. The bark of the 'Prinz Handjery' is smooth when young, developing into a more rugged and fissured texture as it matures, with patches of grey and brown that add to its visual appeal, particularly in winter.

The standout feature of this cultivar is its foliage. The leaves emerge with a bronze or purple tint in spring before maturing to a dark green with striking purple undersides. This dual-tone effect creates a beautiful contrast, especially when the wind catches the leaves, revealing flashes of colour. In autumn, the foliage transitions to golden yellow, adding seasonal interest to the garden.

In addition to its ornamental value, the Acer pseudoplatanus 'Prinz Handjery' is a hardy tree, able to tolerate a wide range of soil conditions, including clay and chalk, and is resistant to pollution, making it well-suited to urban environments. It is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning and proving resilient to pests and diseases.

Malus tschnoskii is a medium-sized, ornamental, deciduous tree with narrowly upright habit and pyramidal to ovoid, half-open crown. Its green foliage has exceptionally beautiful autumn colours, ranging from yellow and orange to purple and copper red. When leaves emerge, they are silvery–green, almost white, when fully grown, green and light grey beneath. Small, white flowers and yellowish fruits are less attractive than on other ornamental apples. Chonosuki Crab is not a demanding plant. It grows well in a wide range of soils, as long as they are well-drained, but prefers moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun and partial shade. It is resistant to frost, wind and urban pollution. Low maintenance, doesn’t require pruning. Unfortunately, sensitive to some diseases. Malus tschnoskii, with its stunning foliage, is a great ornamental tree, perfect as a specimen or accent plant. Great as a street tree in urban and industrial areas, especially since the fruit may be sparse.

Cordyline australis, or Cabbage Palm, is an impressive, vigorous, palm-like, sub-tropical tree with long, arching, narrow, dark burgundy leaves. The panicles of small, fragrant, white flowers bloom only on mature plants, in late spring to early summer. The flowers are followed by white or blue-tined berries. Cordyline australis (cabbage palm) thrives in full sun or partial shade and grows well in any kind of soil, except waterlogged. It prefers fertile, moist and well-drained soils. It is tolerant to salt, wind, and drought which makes it a perfect coastal plant. It can withstand some cold weather, but frost might damage it. Disease-free and low maintenance. Toxic to animals. Cordyline australis is an incredible specimen tree because of its tropical looks and bold colour. It’s a great addition to any garden, traditional or modern. Perfect for coastal areas. Great for beds and borders, patios and containers.

Cordyline australis ‘Red Star’ is an excellent choice for a wide range of garden styles, offering both visual impact and practical versatility. Its striking, upright form and deep red, sword-like foliage create an architectural focal point that works beautifully in contemporary, coastal, tropical, and even low-maintenance landscapes. This plant is well suited to borders, gravel gardens, courtyard designs, or as a dramatic container specimen on patios and terraces.

‘Red Star’ thrives in full sun to light shade, with brighter light enhancing its rich burgundy colour. It prefers well-drained soil and is particularly resilient once established, tolerating drought, wind, and seaside conditions. Although it is hardy in mild climates, providing some protection from harsh winter frost helps maintain its appearance and long-term health. Its slow-growing habit makes it easy to manage without frequent pruning, and its naturally tidy shape adds effortless structure year-round.

Beyond aesthetics, its ability to withstand challenging conditions and its relatively low water requirements make it an environmentally friendly choice. Overall, Cordyline australis ‘Red Star’ brings bold colour, form, and resilience to gardens, enhancing both small and large outdoor spaces with minimal effort.

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.

Cordyline australis Peko, also commonly known as Peko, is an iconic evergreen plant that is commonly found in outdoor gardens and landscapes. This striking plant is native to New Zealand and is known for its tall and slender stem, that can grow up to 3-5 meters in height, topped with a large cluster of long, sword-shaped leaves.

The leaves of Cordyline australis Peko are the signature feature of this plant, with their rich purple-burgundy hue and a distinctive, wavy texture that creates a stunning visual display. The leaves are around 60cm long and are perfect for adding interest to any garden, either on their own or as part of a mixed planting scheme.

Cordyline australis Peko is a hardy plant that is tolerant of a range of growing conditions. While it prefers a sunny location, it will also thrive in partial shade, making it a versatile choice for any garden. It is also a low maintenance plant that does not require frequent watering or pruning.

In addition to its ornamental value, Cordyline australis Peko also has a range of medicinal uses. The plant is believed to have antifungal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and has been traditionally used to treat a range of ailments.

One important consideration when planting Cordyline australis Peko is that it is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, so it is important to keep pets away from the plant and avoid planting it in areas where pets may come into contact with it.

Overall, Cordyline australis Peko is a stunning addition to any garden, whether used as a focal point or as part of a mixed planting scheme. With its striking appearance and low-maintenance requirements, it is a plant that is sure to impress and delight gardeners and visitors alike.

Pinus mugo ‘Gnom Findling’ is a compact, slow-growing dwarf mountain pine, valued for its neat, rounded habit and excellent year-round structure. A naturally dense and bushy conifer, it produces numerous short shoots that create a full, almost cushion-like appearance, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, rockeries and containers.

The foliage consists of attractive, deep green needles carried in pairs, which remain on the plant throughout the year. Its evergreen character provides reliable winter interest, while the dense growth habit makes it particularly useful for adding structure to borders and planting schemes where space is limited.

‘Gnom Findling’ develops into a low, rounded mound rather than a traditional upright pine. It is a particularly slow-growing variety, making it easy to accommodate in smaller gardens and requiring very little pruning to maintain its naturally attractive shape. With time, it can form a broad, substantial specimen, although its compact growth rate means this happens gradually.

Like other mountain pines, it is exceptionally hardy and tolerant of exposed conditions. It performs best in a sunny position with well-drained soil and is adaptable to a wide range of soil types, including relatively poor soils once established. It is also well suited to coastal gardens and can tolerate cold, wind and periods of dry weather.

Its compact size makes ‘Gnom Findling’ especially versatile. It works beautifully in gravel gardens, alpine and rock gardens, raised beds and mixed borders, and is equally effective as a feature plant in a large container. It can also be planted alongside ornamental grasses and low-growing perennials to provide contrasting evergreen structure.

A reliable, low-maintenance conifer with a distinctive rounded form, Pinus mugo ‘Gnom Findling’ is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a hardy evergreen that provides year-round interest without outgrowing its space too quickly.

James Grieve Apple is a hardy, deciduous tree suitable for cold climate zones. It is best grown in northerly areas with cold winters, moderate summer temperatures, and medium to high humidity. It’s an old apple variety, raised in 1893. in Edinburgh, Scotland, by James Grieve from pollination of Cox’s Orange Pippin and most likely Pott’s Seedling apple. Generally, a resilient plant, it needs some protection from harsh winds. It’s a good polliniser for other apples. It cannot be found in supermarkets because it is sensitive to pressure and easily bruised and cannot sustain supermarket handling.

James Grieve apples are medium to large, yellow-green, speckled and striped orange-red, with creamy, refreshing and very juicy flesh. At the beginning of season, it is sharp and perfect for cooking, retaining its shape when cooked. After a few weeks, it becomes milder and sweeter, like a firm pear in texture.

Root stock MM106 is a semi-dwarfing rootstock commonly used for apple trees. It offers a moderate growth rate, producing trees 10-15 feet tall when mature. Suitable for medium-sized gardens, MM106 ensures good fruit yield and adaptability to various soils. It's resistant to woolly apple aphid and moderately resistant to crown rot. Ideal for bush, cordons, and espalier forms. Ensure proper staking in early years.

Salix babylonica var. pekinensis 'Tortuosa' is a medium-sized, very ornamental, deciduous willow tree of upright habit, known for its fantastic spirally contorted branches, pendant when mature, especially attractive in winter. It has long, narrow, twisted, dark green leaves and inconspicuous, female, long, yellow catkins in spring. Salix babylonica var. pekinensis 'Tortuosa' can adapt to a wide range of soils, but prefers deep, moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils. Best to be grown in sunny sites and moist soils and avoid dry conditions. Tolerant of light shade. It is resistant to frost and exposed positions. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Dragon's Claw Willow 'Tortuosa' is the most popular variety of this species. Outstanding and decorative, it is perfect as a specimen plant in large gardens and can create a very romantic scenery in the garden. It has perfect winter silhouette and looks great all year round. Unfortunately, it is not very long lived.

Clematis × cartmanii ‘Joe’ is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a compact, evergreen climber that offers both decorative foliage and charming early-season blooms. This variety is particularly suited to smaller gardens, patios, and courtyards due to its manageable size and tidy growth habit. Its finely divided, glossy green leaves provide year-round interest, while in early spring, it becomes covered in masses of creamy white, star-shaped flowers that brighten any space.

Clematis ‘Joe’ thrives in a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil. It is ideal for growing in containers, making it perfect for those with limited planting space. It can be trained to climb trellises, pergolas, or low walls, but also works beautifully when allowed to trail over raised beds or cascading from large pots. Due to its delicate stems and preference for milder conditions, it benefits from some protection from harsh winter winds and heavy frosts.

Overall, Clematis ‘Joe’ brings reliable structure and an elegant floral display to the garden, offering both versatility and beauty for various settings throughout the year.

The Apple Spartan tree, when grafted onto M26 rootstock, presents an ideal option for orchardists and home gardeners seeking a blend of manageable size and quality fruit production.

Spartan, a descendant of the McIntosh apple, hails from Canada and is renowned for its striking deep-red, almost glossy skin. Beneath this inviting exterior, the apple provides a crisp, juicy bite, bursting with a sweet flavor subtly accompanied by hints of tartness. This apple variety is not only cherished for fresh eating but also excels in culinary creations due to its rich taste and texture.

M26, as a rootstock, strikes a balance between dwarf and semi-dwarf growth habits. When fully mature, trees on this rootstock typically attain heights of 8-12 feet, making them particularly suited for gardens where space might be at a premium. Additionally, M26 provides a faster onset of fruiting, usually within 2-3 years of planting, which is a boon for those eager to enjoy their homegrown apples sooner. Furthermore, it offers commendable disease resistance and fares well in a diverse range of soil conditions.

Together, the Spartan apple on M26 rootstock promises a compact, yet productive tree, yielding high-quality fruit while fitting seamlessly into smaller orchard spaces or backyard gardens.

Malus Domestica 'Golden Delicious’ is a heavily-producing, deciduous apple tree, with oval, dark green leaves and lovely, fragrant, white flowers blooming in April. Attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Flowers are followed by heavy and regular crops of greenish-yellow to golden-yellow, delicious, sweet, crispy, juicy, and aromatic apples. Malus Domestica 'Golden Delicious’ grows best in moderately fertile, neutral, deep, loamy, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun, but can adapt to partial shade. It requires cold winters for good fruit production, but it has to be sheltered from harsh winter winds. It is self-fertile but needs a pollinator of anther variety blooming at the same time for better crops. Regular pruning and fruit thinning are required to improve fruit size and quality. 'Golden Delicious' Apple is a wonderful, ornamental tree, a nice addition to any garden. It is primarily grown for its delicious fruit, perfect for eating fresh and great for cooking. One of the best apple varieties.

M26 is a semi-dwarfing rootstock (smaller than MM106) used for apple trees, particularly in orchards and home gardens. It produces trees 10-12 feet in height, making them easier to manage and harvest. M26 ensures early fruit production, good anchorage, and medium vigor. However, it requires staking during early years and is moderately susceptible to fire blight.

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Gum Ball' is a compact, rounded, densely branched, deciduous shrub or small tree, with star-shaped, five-lobed, glossy, deep green leaves, yellow to deep burgundy in autumn. Small, inconspicuous flowers bloom in spring and are followed by small, spikey, rounded capsules that persist throughout the winter. Liquidambar styraciflua 'Gum Ball' prefers fertile and semi-fertile, loamy, lime-free, slightly acidic, consistently moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun to partial shade. Doesn’t tolerate drought. It is very resistant to frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh winter winds. Moderately tolerant of sea salt and pollution. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Sweet gum 'Gum Ball' is a highly ornamental, small tree with beautiful autumn foliage. It is suitable for cottage, urban, coastal, and woodland gardens. Perfect as a specimen plant, shade tree or street tree. Ideal for patios because of its small size. Fruit can create litter.

Cuprocyparis leylandii 'Gold Rider' is a golden variant of the popular Leyland Cypress. It’s a large, vigorous, fast-growing, coniferous, evergreen tree with narrowly upright habit and open, horizontal branches covered with bright-yellow tipped lime-green leaves.

Cuprocyparis leylandii thrives on a variety of soils, but prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soils, in full sun. It is resilient to frost, urban pollution and spray salt, therefore, suitable for growing in cities and in coastal areas. Generally, pest-free and disease-free.

Cuprocyparis leylandii 'Gold Rider' is one of the best golden conifers. Its beautiful colour does not fade or turn brown during winter but remains bright and fresh. Perfect for formal garden hedges. Very popular among gardeners because of its dense and fast-growing habit. Ideal for noise reduction, wind protection and for creating beautiful privacy screens. It can also be a nice specimen plant, but it must be regularly trimmed not to outgrow its space in small landscapes.

Malus Domestica 'Gala' is a popular apple cultivar known for its crisp, juicy, and sweet flavor. The Gala apple was first developed in New Zealand in the 1930s and has since become one of the most widely cultivated apples in the world.

The fruit has a distinctive red and yellow skin with a creamy white flesh. It is typically medium to large in size and has a slightly conical shape. The skin of the Gala apple is thin and delicate, making it easy to bite into and chew. The flesh is firm and juicy, with a pleasant balance of sweetness and tartness.

Gala apples are versatile and can be used in a variety of ways. They are delicious eaten raw as a snack, but can also be used for cooking, baking, or juicing. Due to their sweetness and low acidity, they are particularly well-suited for making applesauce and apple juice.

The tree itself is moderately vigorous and bears fruit early in the season. It is known for its high yields and consistent fruit quality, making it a popular choice for commercial growers. The Gala apple is also a good choice for backyard orchards, as it is relatively easy to grow and maintain.

Overall, the Malus Domestica 'Gala' is a delicious and versatile apple cultivar that is enjoyed by apple lovers around the world.

Crataegus laevigata 'Crimson Cloud' is a medium-sized, dense, spreading, rounded, thorny, deciduous tree with deeply lobed, glossy, dark green leaves, yellow and bronze in autumn. Masses of small, lightly scented, crimson flowers with white centres, grouped in corymbs, bloom in spring. Flowers are followed by tiny red berries in autumn, attractive to birds. Crataegus laevigata 'Crimson Cloud' is a tough tree that can tolerate any type of soil, as long as it is well-drained. It prefers full sun, but it can grow in partial shade. It is resilient and adaptable to all kinds of growing conditions including coastal, exposed, or polluted. Low maintenance, requires minimal pruning. Crataegus laevigata 'Crimson Cloud' is a hybrid between 'Charles X' and 'Paul's Scarlet'. This lovely little tree is a great addition to any small garden. Perfect as a specimen tree in cottage or urban gardens. It can be also used for informal hedges and screens.

A cloud olive tree, standing at 220-230 cm tall with 11 meticulously pruned cloud formations, is a captivating statement piece for any garden or landscape. The tree features a smooth, elegant stem that supports a series of rounded, cloud-like foliage clusters, creating a harmonious and sculptural appearance. The silver-green, evergreen leaves contrast beautifully with the tree's naturally textured bark, enhancing its Mediterranean charm. Each "cloud" is thoughtfully shaped, offering a sense of balance and tranquility. This topiary thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, demonstrating excellent drought tolerance once established. The cloud olive tree is perfect for adding a refined, zen-like quality to contemporary, formal, or Japanese-style gardens, offering year-round architectural interest and a serene aesthetic.

Dasylirion longissimum, commonly known as the Mexican Grass Tree, is a captivating evergreen succulent that brings a unique architectural flair to gardens and landscapes. Native to arid regions of Mexico, this striking plant features a dense rosette of fine, needle-like leaves that radiate elegantly from a stout, woody trunk. The leaves are dark green and have a smooth, spineless texture, creating a soft, fountain-like effect despite their rigid form.

This drought-tolerant species thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping, modern landscapes, and desert-themed gardens. In mature specimens, Dasylirion longissimum produces a dramatic, towering flower spike with small, cream-colored blooms, attracting pollinators. With its distinctive form, resilience, and low maintenance requirements, this plant offers year-round interest and a sculptural statement to any outdoor space.