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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.

Arbutus unedo multi-stem is an evergreen, ornamental, multi-stem, capriciously growing shrub or small tree with glossy, leathery, mid-green foliage. It is very unusual and stunning all year round. Clusters of fragrant, bell-shaped, white flowers bloom from autumn to mid-winter. Round, yellow fruits appear in winter and slowly become ripe in the next 12 months, gradually turning red. They are still on the tree when new flowers show up in autumn. A grey-brown bark peels, revealing cinnamon-colored inner bark. Arbutus unedo multi-stem grows slowly in a multi-stem form. It can grow in all kinds of soils and climate conditions, but prefers acidic, moist and well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant to drought, disease-free and pest-free. Very resilient. This unusual, colorful and very attractive plant is perfect as a specimen plant, great for shrub borders, hedges, coastal gardens, and for growing in containers.

Clematis Armandii is a large, vigorous, fast-growing, evergreen climber with long, leathery, glossy, dark green leaves. Sweetly-scented, star-shaped, creamy white flowers appear in clusters in early spring and are followed by plumed seeds. It’s a woody vine that climbs by twisting stems and petioles. Armand Clematis prefers rich, neutral, moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Its roots should be kept cool, shaded by other plants. It doesn’t tolerate cold, dry winds. Low maintenance, it requires very little pruning. Its blossoms attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, but the plant is toxic to animals. Clematis Armandii is an attractive climber with lovely scented flowers. It should have a support for climbing – trellis, arbour, pergola or a rock wall. It can serve as a living privacy screen. Great to be planted near a doorway, patio, or along a path, where one can enjoy its charming flowers and beautiful vanilla fragrance.

Pyracantha Coccinea ‘Red Column’ is an upright, dense, prickly, evergreen shrub with elliptical, glossy green leaves and clusters of 5-petal, white flowers blooming in summer. Flowers are followed by masses of bright red berries which last throughout autumn and part of the winter looking very attractive and providing food for garden wildlife. Pyracantha Coccinea ‘Red Column’ thrives in average, fairly fertile, neutral to alkaline, moist, well-drained soils. It grows best in full sun to partial shade. Once established, tolerant of drought. It is resistant to frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh, winter winds. Low maintenance plant, it doesn’t require pruning. Tough and very easy to care for. ‘Red Column’ Firethorn is an excellent and attractive shrub that provides interest all year round. Because of its dense and prickly habit, ideal for informal, impenetrable hedges and screens. Suitable for informal, cottage, and wildlife gardens. It can be trained up a wall or a trellis or grown as a freestanding shrub.

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.

Callistemon laevis, commonly known as the Bottlebrush, is a striking evergreen shrub that brings vibrant color and texture to gardens. It features arching branches adorned with narrow, lance-shaped green leaves that offer year-round interest. The plant truly shines in spring and summer when it produces an abundance of vivid red, bottlebrush-like flower spikes. These unique blooms are not only visually stunning but also attract pollinators, including bees and hummingbirds, adding life and movement to the landscape. Callistemon laevis thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, demonstrating good drought tolerance once established. It is a versatile choice for borders, hedging, or as a specimen plant, and its tolerance to pruning makes it suitable for shaping and maintaining a tidy appearance.

Pinus mugo 'Ophir' is a dwarf cultivar of the mountain pine, Pinus mugo. It is a slow-growing, coniferous evergreen shrub that typically reaches a height of 2-3 feet and a spread of 4-5 feet at maturity. Its compact and rounded form, with bright golden-yellow foliage, makes it an excellent choice for rock gardens, container plantings, and low borders. The needles of Pinus mugo 'Ophir' are short and twisted, measuring about 1-2 inches long. They emerge in spring as a vibrant golden-yellow colour, which gradually fades to a soft green in summer. The bark of the plant is a dark brown color with a slightly rough texture, adding to its ornamental value. This cultivar is very hardy and can withstand harsh winter conditions, making it an ideal choice for cold climates. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils that are slightly acidic. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Phormium tenax ‘Purpureum’ is a robust, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with leathery, slightly arching, strap-shaped, coppery-purple and green leaves forming thick, spiky clumps. Dark red, tubular flowers appear sparsely on upright stems blooming in summer. New Zealand flax ‘Purpureum’ grows best in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils, in full sun to partial shade.

It doesn’t like too wet or waterlogged soils. It is tolerant of salt and drought, therefore, perfect for coastal areas. It can withstand some cold, but frost can damage the foliage. It needs to be sheltered from harsh winter winds. Old and discoloured leaves should be removed to keep the plant tidy.

Generally, disease-free. Phormium tenax ‘Purpureum’, with its attractive foliage, is a good-looking ornamental plant, perfect as a specimen or accent plant in coastal, Mediterranean, rock and gravel, and urban gardens. Ideal for mass planting. Great for beds and borders and for growing in containers.

Magnolia grandiflora 'Galissonniere' is an exotic evergreen tree of conical to spreading pyramidal habit, with thick, leathery, glossy green leaves, velvety haired and rusty-brown beneath. Very large, saucer-shaped, creamy-white flowers with purple stamens bloom in summer and early autumn. Their fragrance is strong and pleasant.

Magnolia grandiflora 'Galissonniere' is easily grown in a wide range of soils, but prefers hummus-rich, slightly acidic, moist, and well-drained soils. Once established, it can withstand some drought. It thrives in full sun and partial shade. It has very good cold tolerance, but needs to be sheltered from harsh, dry winds. Low maintenance, it doesn’t require much pruning. Magnolia grandiflora 'Galissonniere' is a French variety of Southern Magnolia cultivated 150 years ago. It’s an excellent ornamental tree, often grown against the wall, rarely free-standing. Great for informal, cottage, woodland, and urban gardens. Excellent for beds and borders, informal hedges and screens, and for growing in containers.

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.

Thuja occidentalis ‘Golden Globe’ is a small, dense, coniferous, evergreen shrub of rounded habit and flat sprays of golden yellow, scale-like leaves, slightly bronze-tinged in winter. Leaves have aromatic scent when crushed. It produces urn-shaped, reddish-brown cones that mature in autumn. Thuja occidentalis ‘Golden Globe’ is adaptable to many soil types, but grows best in average, loamy, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Doesn’t like dry conditions. It thrives in full sun and regions with high humidity. It can withstand direct summer sun exposure without sunburn, but will still appreciate some afternoon shade in hot summer climates. It is resistant to frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh, drying winds. Low maintenance plant, it retains its globular shape without trimming. White Cedar 'Golden Globe' is a great shrub that can brighten up any cottage, woodland, urban, rock, and gravel garden. Excellent for beds and borders, foundation plantings, and low, informal hedges. Suitable for growing in containers.

The Azalea Japonica 'Amoena', an exquisite variety of evergreen Japanese azalea that promises to add a burst of colour and charm to any British garden. Boasting vibrant magenta-pink flowers and glossy, deep-green foliage, this azalea variety is known for its compact growth habit, making it an ideal choice for smaller spaces or as a striking feature in mixed borders. Hardy and versatile, the Azalea Japonica 'Amoena' is perfect for British garden enthusiasts who are keen to create an eye-catching display throughout the spring.

The Azalea Japonica 'Amoena' thrives in acidic, well-draining soil, making it well-suited for planting in peat beds or borders enriched with ericaceous compost. Choose a site with partial shade to full sun, ensuring that the plant receives adequate light while avoiding scorching its delicate blooms. When planting, space the azaleas approximately 60-80cm (24-32 inches) apart to accommodate their mature size.

To maintain optimal health, water your azalea regularly, especially during dry spells. Apply a layer of mulch annually in the spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune your azalea lightly after flowering to maintain its compact shape and encourage new growth.

The Azalea Japonica 'Amoena' is a beautiful and versatile addition to any garden, with its vibrant magenta-pink flowers and evergreen foliage providing a stunning display in the spring months. Easy to care for and adaptable to various planting situations.

Pinus parviflora ‘Linda’ is a highly ornamental, slow-growing dwarf Japanese white pine, ideal for adding year-round structure, texture, and subtle color to garden landscapes. Its compact, rounded form reaches about 3 to 5 feet tall and wide over many years, making it particularly well-suited to small gardens, rock gardens, container plantings, and bonsai displays. The shrub’s soft, blue-green needles grow in short tufts, creating a dense, finely-textured appearance that contrasts beautifully with broadleaf plants and flowering perennials.

‘Linda’ thrives in full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It is hardy and has good tolerance to cold, wind, and light drought once established. Minimal maintenance is needed, with only occasional shaping to preserve its form. Its slow growth makes it a long-lasting structural plant that won’t outgrow its space quickly, reducing the need for frequent pruning.

This cultivar is particularly attractive in Japanese-style or minimalist gardens, where its refined appearance and compact stature are highly valued. Pinus parviflora ‘Linda’ adds elegance, visual interest, and dependable evergreen presence, making it a valuable choice for discerning gardeners.

Camellia japonica 'Lady Vansittart' is a unique and captivating variety of the widely appreciated Camellia genus. This particular cultivar stands out due to its remarkable blooms that flaunt a blend of white petals, often beautifully streaked or blotched with shades of rose-pink. These multi-colored blossoms not only give the plant a distinct aesthetic appeal but also make it a favorite among gardeners and plant enthusiasts seeking something different from the traditional solid-colored camellia flowers.

The plant itself is characterized by its glossy, dark green, evergreen leaves which provide a striking contrast to its delicate blossoms. They create an all-year-round green backdrop, ensuring the garden remains vibrant even outside the flowering season.

Camellia japonica 'Lady Vansittart' is a slow-growing shrub, which makes it ideal for gardens where space is a premium or where a more controlled growth is desired. While it can tolerate some amount of direct sunlight, it generally prefers partial shade to maintain the vibrancy and longevity of its flowers.

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, 'Lady Vansittart' is a testament to the adaptability and diversity within the Camellia genus. It's perfect for ornamental gardens, creating focal points or as part of mixed plantings, and it also does well in pots or containers, providing flexibility in landscaping options.

Prunus x subhirtella 'Autumnalis Rosea is a small, long-blooming, deciduous, ornamental cherry tree with an upright, spreading to rounded habit, and deep green leaves, turning golden and bronze in autumn. Lovely, semi-double, rosy-pink flowers fade to soft pink and open from dark pink buds, blooming intermittently from November to March. Pea-sized, black fruits ripe in summer and attract birds. Prunus x subhirtella 'Autumnalis Rosea is a naturally occurring hybrid, native to Japan, longer-lived than other ornamental cherries. It is adaptable to a wide range of soils as long as they are well-drained, but prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun. It is very tolerant of summer heat and winter cold, as well as urban pollution and coastal conditions. Low maintenance plant. Winter-flowering Cherry 'Autumnalis Rosea' creates a wonderful display all year round. It is perfect as a specimen or lawn tree in informal, cottage, urban, and coastal gardens. Ideal for urban conditions. Suitable for growing in containers.

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.

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 'Emerald Lace' is a fast-growing, mound-forming, deciduous shrub or small tree with rounded crown, elegantly arching branches and feathery, lace-like, deeply dissected, bright green leaves, spectacular red and orange in autumn. Small, red and purple flowers bloom in spring and are followed by red winged fruit in summer.

Acer palmatum 'Emerald Lace' prefers fertile, organically rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun and partial shade. Best leaf colour is achieved in partial shade. Lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure can cause leaf scorch. Does not suffer from many diseases and pests. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning.

Japanese maple 'Emerald Lace' is a beautiful ornamental tree, perfect as a specimen or accent plant in informal, cottage, rock and gravel, and urban gardens. Great for beds, shrub borders, and mixed borders. Excellent for planting in containers, It can make a wonderful patio tree.

Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' is a compact, bushy, winter-flowering, evergreen shrub with leathery, ovate, dark green leaves. Small, star-shaped, white, pink tinged, flowers open from red-pink buds and bloom from late winter to spring. Flowers are followed by glossy, dark blue berries. Attractive to birds, bees, and butterflies. Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' can grow well in a wide range of soil conditions, but thrives in fertile, humus-rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Very tough and adaptable, it can grow in full sun, partial shade, and even full shade. Once established, it is resistant to drought. It can withstand wind, exposed positions, and coastal conditions. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' is an outstanding shrubby perennial, great for informal, cottage, and coastal gardens. It is perfect for brightening shady garden corners or bare winter gardens. Excellent for shrub borders, informal hedges and screens, and foundation plantings. Good as a specimen or accent plant.

Osmanthus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Oleaceae, commonly known as sweet olive or tea olive. It consists of about 30 species of evergreen shrubs and small trees, native to Asia and the Americas. The plant is well-known for its fragrant, small flowers that bloom in clusters, usually in the fall or early winter. The flowers come in various colors including white, yellow, orange, and reddish-orange, and are often used in perfumes, teas, and desserts due to their sweet scent.

Osmanthus plants are very popular in landscaping and gardening because of their versatile uses. They can be grown as hedges, screens, or as accent plants in mixed borders. They are also suitable for container gardening, bonsai, and indoor cultivation.

Osmanthus plants prefer well-drained soils and partial shade to full sun exposure. In traditional Chinese medicine, osmanthus has been used to treat various health issues such as coughing, sore throat, and digestive problems. The plant contains various active compounds including essential oils, flavonoids, and phenolics that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.