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Pomegranate is a deciduous fruit tree, grown here as a multistem specimen with several trunks rising from the base to form an open, spreading habit. The foliage is glossy and narrow, emerging with a bronze tint in spring before maturing to mid-green, then turning yellow in autumn before leaf fall. In early summer, the tree bears striking funnel-shaped flowers in vivid orange-red, with crumpled, tissue-like petals set against the glossy leaves. These are followed in autumn by rounded fruits that ripen to a deep red or orange-red skin, splitting when fully mature to reveal clusters of juicy, jewel-like seeds. The combination of bright flowers in summer and colourful fruit in autumn gives the tree interest across two seasons. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects, making this a useful addition to a wildlife-friendly garden. Pomegranate thrives best in a warm, sheltered, sunny position, making it well suited to south-facing walls or sheltered courtyards, and it performs well in free-draining soils. Its multistem form adds structural character to a planting scheme, working well as a feature tree in a border or large container, combining ornamental appeal with edible fruit production.

Japanese Wisteria 'Ito Koku Riu' is a deciduous climber grown for its vigorous, twining growth, trained as a cane-supported standard or trellis plant. The pinnate leaves are mid-green, composed of numerous leaflets, providing a soft, textured backdrop throughout the growing season. This cultivar is particularly notable for its unusual flowering habit, producing dense, pendulous racemes of fragrant, pale violet-blue flowers in late spring. Unlike many wisteria varieties, 'Ito Koku Riu' tends to flower in a more compact, clustered manner, with blooms opening in a slightly twisted or spiralled arrangement along the raceme, giving an attractive and distinctive floral display. The flowers are highly attractive to bees and other pollinating insects, making this plant a useful addition to a wildlife-friendly garden. As with other wisterias, this plant benefits from a sheltered, sunny position and sturdy support structure to accommodate its twining stems and substantial weight as it matures. It is well suited to training against walls, pergolas, or strong fencing, where its climbing habit and seasonal flowers can be fully appreciated. Regular pruning is recommended to maintain shape and encourage flowering, with growth best managed in a loamy, well-drained soil.

The Photinia Red Robin multistem tree is a striking ornamental choice, perfect for adding vibrant structure and year-round interest to gardens. Its most distinctive feature is the brilliant red new foliage, which matures to glossy dark green, creating a dramatic contrast. In spring, clusters of small white flowers may bloom, attracting pollinators and adding seasonal charm. This multistem form showcases an elegant, architectural silhouette with multiple upright trunks, making it ideal as a focal point or for soft screening. Photinia Red Robin is evergreen, retaining its foliage throughout the year, and responds well to pruning, allowing for shape control and size management. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Hardy and low-maintenance, it brings vibrant colour and structural interest to both contemporary and traditional garden settings, especially when underplanted with seasonal bulbs or low-growing perennials for layered visual appeal.

Sorbus aucuparia 'Asplenifolia', commonly known as Cutleaf Rowan or Fernleaf Mountain Ash, is a deciduous tree supplied as a feathered specimen, with branches growing down the trunk from near ground level. The foliage is particularly distinctive, with deeply cut, fern-like leaflets that give the tree a delicate, lacy appearance quite different from the species type. Leaves emerge green through spring and summer before turning shades of yellow and orange in autumn, providing good seasonal interest. In late spring, clusters of creamy-white flowers appear, followed in autumn by bright orange-red berries that persist on the branches. These berries are a valuable food source for birds, particularly thrushes and blackbirds, making this tree a useful addition for gardens aiming to support local wildlife. The flowers are also attractive to pollinating insects, adding a further biodiversity benefit. The feathered form gives the tree a naturalistic, full silhouette from an early stage, making it suitable as a specimen tree where a softer, informal structure is desired. It tolerates a range of soil types, including acidic and poorly drained ground, and copes well with exposed or coastal positions, making it a versatile choice for planting schemes where conditions may not suit less hardy trees.

Magnolia Flamingo is a deciduous tree, trained here as a half standard with a clear stem supporting a rounded, well-proportioned head of branches. The foliage is mid-green and oval, providing a fresh backdrop through the growing season before falling in autumn. Flowering occurs in mid to late spring, when the bare branches become covered in large, goblet-shaped blooms in soft pink, with deeper pink-flushed petal bases that intensify towards the flower centre. The flowers open before the leaves fully emerge, creating a striking display against the sky. This timing makes the tree a particular highlight in the spring garden, offering a long flowering period compared to some other magnolia varieties. Magnolia Flamingo prefers a sheltered position, as late frosts can damage open blooms, and benefits from moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. It is well suited to planting as a specimen tree where its spring display and refined half standard form can be fully appreciated, and works well in smaller gardens due to its manageable size and shape. It performs best in a position with protection from strong winds, which can bruise the petals and shorten the flowering display.

Sweet Gum Gum Ball is a deciduous tree, grown here as a quarter standard with a compact, rounded head of dense branching on a short clear stem. The star-shaped, glossy green leaves are a key feature, each with five to seven pointed lobes resembling a maple leaf. In autumn the foliage transforms into a striking display of orange, red and purple tones, providing strong seasonal colour and making the tree a particular feature during this period. The dense, rounded crown gives a neat, well-proportioned shape, making it suitable for smaller gardens or as a specimen tree where space is limited. The tree produces small, spiky, ball-shaped seed pods which can persist into winter, adding textural interest once the leaves have fallen. This compact form retains the ornamental qualities of the species while offering a more manageable size, making it a good choice for planting where a full-sized sweet gum would be impractical. It performs well in moist, well-drained soils and benefits from a position in full sun to ensure the best autumn colour development.

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.

Prunus 'Pink Cascade', commonly known as the weeping cherry, is a deciduous tree grown here as a feathered specimen with branches extending close to ground level, giving it a full, naturally tiered structure from an early stage. In spring, the tree produces an abundance of soft pink blossom that clothes the branches before the foliage fully emerges, creating a striking display. The leaves follow in a fresh green, turning to shades of yellow and orange in autumn, providing a secondary season of interest. The blossom appears in early to mid spring and is a valuable early source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects, supporting local biodiversity at a time when few other food sources are available. As the feathered form retains lower branching, it offers shelter for small garden wildlife. This tree suits a position as a specimen planting where its weeping habit and seasonal colour can be viewed at close range, and it performs well in most reasonably drained garden soils.

Alnus glutinosa 'Imperialis,' commonly known as the Imperial Alder, is a cultivar of the European alder (Alnus glutinosa) renowned for its striking ornamental qualities. This deciduous tree is a favoUrite among landscape enthusiasts and horticulturists for its impressive appearance and adaptability.

Imperial Alder typically reaches a height of 40 to 50 feet (12 to 15 meters) and forms a broadly pyramidal shape. Its dark green, glossy leaves are deeply cut and serrated, measuring about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) in length. During the growing season, the foliage provides a lush and vibrant backdrop to garden landscapes.

One of the standout features of Alnus glutinosa 'Imperialis' is its stunning catkins. In late winter or early spring, long, pendulous catkins emerge, adding a unique and captivating element to the tree's appearance. These catkins sway gracefully in the wind, creating a charming visual effect. Additionally, this cultivar displays a lovely yellow fall coloUr, which adds to its overall aesthetic appeal.

Imperial Alder is highly adaptable to various soil types and moisture conditions, making it suitable for a wide range of environments. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile choice for gardens and parks. Its ability to tolerate wet soil and even occasional flooding makes it an excellent choice for riparian zones or areas prone to seasonal waterlogging.

Beyond its aesthetic value, Alnus glutinosa 'Imperialis' also contributes to the ecosystem by supporting various wildlife species. Its catkins provide a source of food for birds and insects, and its roots help stabilize soil along riverbanks and wetland areas.

In summary, Alnus glutinosa 'Imperialis' is a captivating cultivar of the European alder celebrated for its striking appearance, adaptability, and ecological contributions. Whether used as a focal point in a garden or to enhance riparian habitats, this tree adds a touch of elegance and functionality to its surroundings.

Platanus Hispanica, commonly known as the London Plane tree, is a large deciduous tree that is highly valued for its ornamental qualities and tolerance to urban environments.

This tree can reach heights of up to 100 feet and has a spreading canopy that can be up to 70 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for providing shade in parks, gardens, and other public spaces. Its leaves are large, lobed, and glossy green, turning yellow in the fall before dropping.

Platanus Hispanica is highly tolerant of pollution, drought, and heat, making it an ideal choice for urban areas where other trees may struggle to survive. It is also resistant to disease and pests, which means it requires minimal maintenance.

At the tree nursery, we offer Platanus Hispanica in a range of sizes, from saplings to mature specimens. Our trees are carefully selected and grown to ensure they are healthy and ready to thrive in any environment. With its striking appearance and hardiness, Platanus Hispanica is an excellent choice for any landscape project.

Acer campestre, or the field maple, a medium-sized deciduous tree, is the UK’s only native maple tree. Its round, dense, bushy crown is asymmetrical and capriciously growing. The branches have corky fissures. The foliage is dark green, turning golden yellow in autumn. Small, yellow-green flowers are followed by winged fruits. Acer campestre is a very adaptable tree. It likes rich and well-drained soil, but also grows well in high pH soils or acid soils. It is tolerant to draught and air pollution and resistant to frost and wind. In its first years, it is very shade tolerant, but subsequently, it requires more light. Apart from growing in woods and hedgerows, it is often planted in broad streets, coastal and industrial areas. It is perfect for medium and large gardens, as a tree or a hedge, and suitable for roof gardens and growing in containers.

Acer palmatum 'Trompenburg' is a unique Japanese maple, valued for its deeply lobed, glossy leaves and rich seasonal color. Emerging in spring with a deep burgundy-red, the foliage maintains its striking hue through summer, developing a rich crimson in autumn. The leaves are distinctively curled, giving them a sculptural, three-dimensional effect that adds texture and interest to any landscape. Growing to about 15-18 feet, 'Trompenburg' has an upright, spreading form that suits both garden beds and container planting. This hardy tree thrives in well-drained soil with partial shade to protect its vibrant color. With its unusual foliage, easy-care requirements, and dynamic color change, Acer palmatum 'Trompenburg' is an excellent choice for adding character and beauty to diverse garden settings.

Olea Europea is one of the world’s oldest cultivated plants with Mediterranean origin. It’s a wonderful, slow-growing, long-lived, evergreen tree of very attractive habit and spreading crown, with gnarled, twisted trunk and silvery foliage. The elliptic leaves are grey-green, silvery underneath. Tiny, fragrant, white flowers are followed by small, olive-rich, plum-like fruits, harvested when they are green or purple. Fruits are not edible directly from the tree, but after a special treatment. Common Olive grows best in fertile, loamy, moist, well-drained soils, in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. Once established, it is drought-tolerant. It thrives in warm climates. If grown in colder areas, it should be planted in containers and brought inside during the winter. Generally, disease-free. Olea Europea is mostly grown for its tasteful fruits, but it is also an attractive-looking addition to urban, coastal, Mediterranean, or rock and gravel gardens. It is suitable for growing in pots and containers.

Paulownia elongata 'Futuro', commonly known as the Empress Tree or Foxglove Tree, is a deciduous tree supplied here in feathered form, with branches retained down the trunk from ground level. This fast-growing cultivar produces large, heart-shaped leaves that create a bold, lush canopy through the summer months. The foliage is particularly striking in its juvenile growth, often reaching an impressive size and giving the tree an almost tropical appearance despite its hardiness in UK conditions. In late spring, before the leaves fully unfurl, the tree bears large, fragrant, foxglove-like flowers in shades of lilac to pale purple, borne in upright panicles. These blooms provide an early and valuable source of nectar for pollinating insects, making the tree a useful addition for supporting garden biodiversity. The Empress Tree is notable for its rapid growth rate and can be grown as a specimen tree or pollarded for an even more dramatic foliage display, where leaf size is maximised at the expense of flowering. It tolerates a wide range of soil types, including clay, and performs well in sheltered or urban environments, making it a versatile choice for larger gardens or landscape planting schemes.

Acer palmatum 'Sumi-nagashi' is a small, upright, deciduous tree, vase-shaped when young, broader when mature, with palmate, deeply lobed, red leaves - purple-red in spring, bronze green in summer, crimson red in autumn. Inconspicuous flowers bloom in spring and are followed by winged fruits in autumn. Acer palmatum 'Sumi-nagashi' is adaptable to a wide range of soils, but thrives in fertile, organically rich, moist, well-drained soils. It prefers partial shade and best leaf colour is achieved in partial shade, but it can withstand full sun. Excessive exposure or lack of soil moisture may cause leaf scorch. It is resistant to frost, but needs to be protected from harsh winds. Low maintenance plant, needs little to no pruning. Japanese maple 'Sumi-nagashi' is a beautiful, red-leaved ornamental tree suitable for smaller informal, cottage, urban, and rock gardens. Perfect as a specimen and accent plant, excellent for beds and borders, and for growing in containers.

Alnus rubra, commonly known as red alder, is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to the west coast of North America, from Alaska to California. It is easily recognized by its smooth, gray bark and broad, ovate leaves with serrated edges that turn yellow in the fall. Red alder typically grows 40 to 80 feet tall and thrives in moist, well-drained soils, often along rivers, streams, and in disturbed areas. One of its most notable ecological traits is its ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen through a symbiotic relationship with bacteria in its root nodules. This natural enrichment improves soil fertility and supports forest regeneration, making it an important pioneer species in reforestation and ecological restoration projects. Red alder also provides habitat and food for various wildlife species, including birds and insects. In addition to its ecological value, its light-colored wood is used in furniture, cabinetry, and paper production due to its workability and smooth finish.

Robinia pseudoacacia 'Frisia' is a captivating and resilient deciduous tree, often recognized by its striking golden-yellow foliage. This robust cultivar stands out for its adaptability and rapid growth, often thriving in diverse environmental conditions, including urban areas with substantial pollution. Originating from the black locust tree, 'Frisia' inherits a hardy and enduring nature, demonstrating significant resistance to harsh weather conditions, rendering it a prevalent choice among garden enthusiasts and landscape architects.

The tree is a magnificent spectacle during the spring season when it is adorned with pendulous clusters of sweetly fragrant, white, pea-like flowers, attracting a myriad of pollinators, notably bees, enhancing biodiversity within its vicinity. The blooms are followed by smooth, elongated seed pods, contributing to the tree's visual appeal. The vibrant foliage, which creates a pronounced contrast with the surroundings, transitions to a lighter shade of yellow in the autumn, offering an extended period of visual interest.

Despite its aesthetic appeal and resilience, 'Frisia' necessitates vigilant management due to its propensity for suckering and its invasive nature. Proper pruning is vital to maintain its structural integrity and curtail unrestrained growth. This tree is suitable for individuals seeking a low-maintenance yet visually arresting focal point in their landscapes.

Bosnian Pine 'Irish Bell' is an evergreen conifer with a compact, bushy, dwarf habit, forming a dense, rounded shape that broadens gently with age. Its short, stiff needles are a rich dark green, densely packed along the branches to give the plant a neat, tidy appearance throughout the year. Growth is slow, making it well suited to smaller gardens, borders or rockeries where a structured, low-maintenance form is desirable. The foliage retains its colour consistently across the seasons, offering steady visual interest in a garden setting without significant seasonal change. Young cones may appear, starting a soft blue-purple before maturing to brown, adding a subtle decorative touch against the dark foliage. This pine is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including poor, dry or alkaline conditions, and once established copes well with exposed or coastal positions due to its resilience to wind. It is a hardy, adaptable choice for planting in full sun, and its compact form makes it useful for container growing as well as general garden planting. Minimal pruning is required to maintain its naturally tidy shape, making it a practical option for those seeking structural, evergreen interest with very little upkeep.

Trachycarpus fortune, or Chinese Windmill Palm, is a dioecious, evergreen palm tree with a stout trunk covered with hairy, black fibres from old leaf sheaths, and deeply divided, fan-shaped, dark green leaves. Large, dropping panicles of small, light yellow flowers bloom in summer and are followed by dark blue fruits on female plants. Chinese Windmill Palm grows best in rich, moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils. It prefers partial shade to full sun and locations sheltered from cold, drying winds and winter frosts. Plant crown may need protection. Of all the trunked palms, this one has the best winter hardiness. Drought tolerant. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Very easy to grow. Trachycarpus fortune is an excellent palm tree, perfect for bringing tropical vibes into the landscape. Great as a specimen plant or planted in groups. Suitable for growing in large containers and brought inside in very cold climates.

Aleppo Pine is an evergreen conifer with a bushy, informal habit, producing dense, rounded growth rather than a traditional upright pine form. Its foliage consists of long, slender, bright to mid-green needles arranged in pairs, giving the plant a soft, feathery texture that distinguishes it from stiffer-needled pine species. The bark is attractive, developing a reddish-brown, fissured texture as the tree matures, adding interest throughout the year. This pine produces small, ornamental cones that mature over two years, turning from green to a glossy reddish-brown, adding subtle seasonal interest. Male and female cones appear separately on the same plant, with pollination occurring in spring. Aleppo Pine is notably tolerant of poor, dry, and sandy soils, making it a strong choice for coastal gardens where it withstands salt-laden winds and exposed conditions well. It also copes with drought once established, suiting free-draining sites. The dense bushy growth can provide shelter and nesting opportunities for birds, while the cones offer a food source for various seed-eating species, supporting local wildlife in the garden.