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Betula jacquemontii, or Himalayan Birch, is one of the most popular birch trees. It is a medium-sized, vigorous, deciduous tree with upright, pyramidal habit. It is famous for its beautiful snow-white peeling bark, the whitest that can be found among birch varieties. Its leaves are ovate, dark green and turn bright yellow in autumn. Male flowers are yellowish-brown and appear in dropping catkins, while female flowers are greenish and appear in upright catkins. Himalayan Birch can grow in any type of soil, even sand or clay, as long as it is moist and well-drained. It thrives in full sun or partial shade. It is extremely hardy and does best in cool northern climates. Does not tolerate heat and humidity. Betula jacquemontii is a very attractive tree, perfect as a specimen plant or in beds and borders. Great for cottage and urban gardens, avenues and broad streets. Suitable for roof gardens and growing in containers.

Carpinus betulus, or European Hornbeam, is a large, deciduous tree with a fluted grey trunk and very appealing, dense, oval to rounded crown. The leaves are ovate, serrated and ribbed, dark green in summer, coppery yellow in autumn. They remain on branches long into winter. Flowers appear in separate male and female catkins before the leaves, in spring, and are followed by winged nuts. European Hornbeam is a low maintenance and easy to grow plant. It is satisfied with any type of soil, but prefers fertile, dry to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is generally disease-free and pest free. It can tolerate drought. Carpinus betulus is an excellent tree and a nice addition to any garden. It is great as a specimen plant or in a group. Because of its tolerance to pruning, it is perfect for hedges and privacy screens.

Cedrus libani ‘Glauca’, commonly known as the Blue Lebanon Cedar, is a majestic and ornamental evergreen tree highly suitable for spacious gardens and landscapes. It thrives best in full sun with well-drained soil and is particularly valued for its glaucous, silver-blue needles, which provide year-round color and visual interest. This cultivar is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, making it a good choice for low-intervention gardening in temperate climates.

Its growth habit starts with a strong, upright, pyramidal form in youth, gradually developing into a broad, flat-topped tree with distinctive horizontal branching as it matures. This architectural structure creates a dramatic silhouette, especially in winter when its bold framework is fully visible. Due to its size—reaching heights of 40 to 60 feet or more with a broad spread—it is best suited to large gardens, parkland settings, or as a standalone specimen in open lawns.

Cedrus libani ‘Glauca’ is not recommended for small gardens due to its eventual scale, but in the right setting, it provides a long-lived and impressive focal point with outstanding ornamental value.

Photinia x fraseri 'Atropurpurea Nana' is an ornamental, upright, evergreen shrub or small tree with leathery, oval, glossy dark green leaves, bright red when young. Inconspicuous, small, creamy-white flowers bloom in April and May are sometimes followed by bright red berries. Spring pruning eliminates flowers and stimulates new red growth. Photinia x fraseri 'Atropurpurea Nana' grows best in average, fertile, slightly acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils, except waterlogged and compact. Once established, it is resistant of frost and drought. Young leaves may be damaged by late frosts, therefore it should be sheltered, especially from harsh winds. Easy to grow, low maintenance plant. Photinia x fraseri 'Atropurpurea Nana' is a lovely, colourful shrub, great as a specimen or accent plant, perfect for informal hedges and screens useful for noise reduction or wind protection. Excellent for cottage and urban gardens.

Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Castlewellan Gold' is a large, vigorous, fast-growing, coniferous, evergreen tree with upright, columnar habit with dense branching from the ground. As the plant matures, the habit becomes more broad. Flattened sprays of scale-like leaves are green with golden-yellow tips and bronze tone in winter. The colours do not fade, but stay bright and nice all year round.

Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Castlewellan Gold' 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. Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Castlewellan Gold' is popular for its golden foliage and fast growth. It looks very attractive as a specimen plant, but is mostly used for informal and formal hedges and privacy screens. Leylandii hedges are not only attractive but also ideal for noise reduction and wind protection.

Elaeagnus angustifolia, commonly known as the Russian olive or silverberry tree, is a deciduous tree native to Eurasia that has been widely introduced to other parts of the world as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

The tree can reach up to 30 feet (9 meters) in height and has a rounded, spreading canopy with silvery-gray branches and leaves that are dark green above and silvery-gray beneath. The leaves are lance-shaped and have a wavy margin, growing up to 4 inches (10 cm) long.

The tree produces fragrant, small, yellow flowers in the spring, which are followed by small, oval-shaped fruits that mature in the fall. The fruit is edible and has a sweet and tart flavor, often used for making jellies or jams.

Elaeagnus angustifolia is a hardy and adaptable tree that can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions, including drought, salt spray, and poor soil. It is often used for windbreaks, erosion control, and as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens. However, it can also be considered invasive in some regions, particularly in North America, where it has escaped cultivation and can outcompete native plants.

Abies nordmanniana, commonly known as Nordmann fir or Caucasian fir, is a tall evergreen coniferous tree belonging to the Pinaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus Mountains, which span across Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia. The tree is widely cultivated for its ornamental value and as a popular Christmas tree. Nordmann firs can reach heights of up to 60 meters, with a straight trunk and a conical crown. The tree's bark is greyish-brown, smooth when young, and furrowed when mature. Its leaves are needle-like, flattened, and measure around 1.5 to 3.5 cm in length, with a glossy dark green upper surface and two white stripes on the underside. Nordmann firs are monoecious, which means that both male and female reproductive structures are found on the same tree. The tree produces cones that are ovoid in shape, 10 to 20 cm in length, and 5 to 8 cm in width. The cones are green when immature and turn brown as they mature. They disintegrate upon maturity, releasing the seeds. Nordmann firs are a popular ornamental tree due to their symmetrical shape and attractive foliage. They prefer well-drained soils and can grow in both full sun and partial shade. The tree is also known for its high tolerance to cold and heat, making it suitable for a wide range of climatic conditions. The Nordmann fir has become a popular Christmas tree in recent years, as it retains its needles for a longer period than other types of firs. The tree's needles are also less prickly than other firs, making it easier to decorate and handle. The Nordmann fir's popularity as a Christmas tree has led to an increase in commercial plantations in Europe.

Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' is a vigorous, compact, fast-growing, evergreen shrub of narrowly upright, pyramidal habit, with sprays of glossy, soft green, scale-like leaves. It retains its colour all year round, doesn’t turn bronze in winter. Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' grows well in a variety of soil and weather conditions. It prefers average, fertile, loamy, consistently moist, well-drained soils in full sun. In hot summer areas, it appreciates some afternoon shade. It is resistant to frost, heat, wind, and urban conditions. When young, it needs to be sheltered from drying winds. Generally, it doesn’t have serious insect or disease problems. It has great natural shape and doesn’t require pruning, but it can withstand heavy pruning as well. Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd', with its narrow form and consistently rich colour of its evergreen foliage is a perfect choice for formal hedges and screens. Excellent as a specimen plant, for beds and borders, and wall-side borders. Suitable for growing in containers.

Carpinus betulus, or European Hornbeam, is a large, deciduous tree with a fluted grey trunk and very appealing, dense, oval to rounded crown. The leaves are ovate, serrated and ribbed, dark green in summer, coppery yellow in autumn. They remain on branches long into winter. Flowers appear in separate male and female catkins before the leaves, in spring, and are followed by winged nuts. European Hornbeam is a low maintenance and easy to grow plant. It is satisfied with any type of soil, but prefers fertile, dry to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is generally disease-free and pest free. It can tolerate drought. Carpinus betulus is an excellent tree and a nice addition to any garden. It is great as a specimen plant or in a group. Because of its tolerance to pruning, it is perfect for hedges and privacy screens.

Cuprocyparis leylandii is a hybrid of Monterey cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa) and Nootka cypress (Cupressus nootkatensis). It’s a large, fast-growing, dense, evergreen conifer tree with upright, columnar to pyramidal, habit and spays of grey-green, citrus-scented foliage. The branches are slightly flattened and covered with sprays of green scale-like leaves. Dark brown cones bear sterile seeds. 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 is mostly used for formal garden hedges. It is very popular among gardeners because of its dense and fast-growing habit. Leylandii hedges are 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.

Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata', trained as a standard ball, is an elegant and versatile ornamental tree that brings structure and year-round interest to gardens of all sizes. Grown into a clear stem and clipped into a neat, rounded crown, it creates a formal appearance that works beautifully in contemporary, traditional, and cottage-style landscapes.

This hardy hornbeam thrives in a wide range of soil types, including clay, loam, and chalk, provided the ground is reasonably well drained. It is well suited to the UK climate and tolerates exposed positions, urban pollution, and seasonal weather fluctuations. The dense foliage emerges fresh green in spring, deepens through summer, and turns rich shades of golden yellow before falling in autumn. In some sheltered locations, dried leaves may remain on the branches through winter, adding seasonal texture.

The compact canopy makes it ideal for lining driveways, framing entrances, creating symmetry in formal gardens, or adding height without occupying excessive ground space. Minimal pruning is required to maintain its rounded shape, making it a relatively low-maintenance choice.

Combining durability, architectural form, and attractive seasonal colour, a standard ball hornbeam is an excellent feature tree that provides lasting beauty and structure throughout the year.

Thuja Emerald is a vigorous, compact, fast-growing, evergreen shrub of narrowly upright, pyramidal habit, with sprays of glossy, soft green, scale-like leaves. It retains its colour all year round, doesn’t turn bronze in winter. Thuja Emerald grows well in a variety of soil and weather conditions. It prefers average, fertile, loamy, consistently moist, well-drained soils in full sun. In hot summer areas, it appreciates some afternoon shade. It is resistant to frost, heat, wind, and urban conditions. When young, it needs to be sheltered from drying winds. Generally, it doesn’t have serious insect or disease problems. It has great natural shape and doesn’t require pruning, but it can withstand heavy pruning as well. Thuja Emerald, with its narrow form and consistently rich colour of its evergreen foliage is a perfect choice for formal hedges and screens. Excellent as a specimen plant, for beds and borders, and wall-side borders. Suitable for growing in containers.

Carpinus Betulus - Pleached/Espalier on 85x50cm Metal frame - 30lt

Carpinus betulus, or European Hornbeam, is a large, deciduous tree with a fluted grey trunk and very appealing, dense, oval to rounded crown. The leaves are ovate, serrated and ribbed, dark green in summer, coppery yellow in autumn. They remain on branches long into winter. Flowers appear in separate male and female catkins before the leaves, in spring, and are followed by winged nuts. European Hornbeam is a low maintenance and easy to grow plant. It is satisfied with any type of soil, but prefers fertile, dry to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is generally disease-free and pest free. It can tolerate drought. Carpinus betulus is an excellent tree and a nice addition to any garden. It is great as a specimen plant or in a group. Because of its tolerance to pruning, it is perfect for hedges and privacy screens.

Acer palmatum 'Fire Cracker' is a graceful and eye-catching Japanese maple admired for its finely dissected foliage and elegant cascading form. This deciduous ornamental tree produces delicate lace-like leaves that emerge rich crimson-red in spring, maintaining their vibrant colouring throughout the summer months. As autumn arrives, the foliage intensifies into brilliant scarlet and fiery red tones, creating a dramatic seasonal display.

Its naturally arching habit gives the plant a soft, flowing appearance, making it an excellent focal point in small gardens, Japanese-inspired landscapes, courtyard settings, or large decorative containers. The finely textured leaves contrast beautifully with evergreen shrubs, gravel gardens, and woodland planting schemes.

‘Fire Cracker’ thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soil and prefers a sheltered position in partial shade, where the foliage is protected from scorching sun and drying winds. Slow growing and relatively compact, it is easy to maintain and suitable for gardens where space is limited. The attractive branching structure also provides winter interest, ensuring year-round ornamental value and refined architectural beauty.

Carpinus betulus, or European Hornbeam, is a large, deciduous tree with a fluted grey trunk and very appealing, dense, oval to rounded crown. The leaves are ovate, serrated and ribbed, dark green in summer, coppery yellow in autumn. They remain on branches long into winter. Flowers appear in separate male and female catkins before the leaves, in spring, and are followed by winged nuts. European Hornbeam is a low maintenance and easy to grow plant. It is satisfied with any type of soil, but prefers fertile, dry to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is generally disease-free and pest free. It can tolerate drought. Carpinus betulus is an excellent tree and a nice addition to any garden. It is great as a specimen plant or in a group. Because of its tolerance to pruning, it is perfect for hedges and privacy screens.

Hoheria sexstylosa ‘Snow White’ is an attractive, evergreen shrub or small tree of pyramidal shape, with attractive, peeling bark, and ovate, sharply toothed, glossy green leaves. Masses of beautiful and delicate, fragrant, star-shaped, white flowers, resemble cherry blossom and bloom throughout summer. Attractive to bees and butterflies. Hoheria sexstylosa ‘Snow White’ prefers fertile, neutral to alkaline, moist, well-drained soils but can adopt to any type of soil as long as it is well-drained. It thrives in full sun or partial shade. It needs to be sheltered from cold, dry winds and roots should be protected in winter with mulch. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. This beautiful evergreen shrub with lovely summer flowers is a great addition to any informal, cottage, urban or coastal garden. If heavily pruned, it can be turned into an attractive evergreen hedge and provide privacy and some wind protection. Perfect for shrub borders, wall-side borders, hedges and screens.

Quercus pubescens, commonly known as the downy oak, is a majestic deciduous tree native to the warm, sunlit landscapes of southern Europe. It is instantly recognizable by its softly textured, velvety leaves when young, which later mature into a rich green canopy that shifts to golden tones in autumn. Its thick, rugged bark and deeply rooted strength make it a symbol of resilience, endurance, and natural harmony. The downy oak thrives in limestone-rich soils and sun-drenched environments, embodying adaptability and a close connection to the land. For centuries, it has been valued not only for its ecological importance but also for its cultural symbolism—representing longevity, stability, and balance. Quercus pubescens brings with it the essence of Mediterranean heritage and timeless nature, making it an inspiring element for sustainable, eco-conscious products that draw on tradition while embracing the future. A true emblem of strength and beauty.

Prunus lusitanica 'Myrtifolia' is a dense, neat and tidy, evergreen shrub or small tree of compact, rounded to conical habit, with narrow, long, glossy, dark green leaves. Young stems are vivid red. Small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers bloom in late spring or early summer and are followed by dark purple berries in autumn. Attractive to pollinators and birds. Prunus lusitanica 'Myrtifolia' is adaptable to a wide range of soils and conditions. It thrives in fertile, moist, well-drained soil, and grows well in full sun or partial shade. It is resistant to frost, but doesn’t’ like very exposed sites, therefore, needs to be sheltered from strong winds. Low maintenance plant, tolerant of hard pruning. Portuguese Laurel 'Myrtifolia', differs from the classic variety for its greater density and narrower leaves. It is, therefore, superb for formal hedges. It forms great windbreaks and privacy screens. It reduces noise and pollution. It can be grown as a topiary tree.

Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon,' commonly known as the Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae, is a captivating and popular evergreen shrub that hails from the cypress family, Cupressaceae. This striking cultivar is celebrated for its vibrant, golden-yellow foliage, which adds a burst of colour and elegance to gardens and landscapes.

Standing at a height of 10 to 15 feet with a similar spread, 'Yellow Ribbon' possesses a natural, conical shape that requires minimal pruning to maintain its stunning form. The soft, scale-like leaves are arranged in flattened sprays along its gracefully arching branches, giving it a feathery and delicate appearance. During the summer, the foliage is a brilliant yellow hue, and this coloration intensifies in the fall, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in your garden.

One of the key attributes of Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon' is its adaptability. This cultivar thrives in a variety of soil types, including well-drained and slightly acidic to alkaline soils. It also exhibits exceptional cold tolerance, making it an ideal choice for gardens in northern regions. Its evergreen nature ensures that it remains a focal point of interest throughout the year, providing both privacy and a touch of sophistication to any landscape.

'Yellow Ribbon' is a low-maintenance shrub that requires minimal care once established. Regular watering and a layer of mulch help retain moisture and protect the root system, while occasional pruning can be done to shape or maintain its size. It's a wonderful choice for hedges, screens, or as a standalone specimen in gardens, where its radiant yellow foliage can contrast beautifully with other green or darker plants.

Juniperus scopulorum 'Blue Arrow' is a small, fast-growing, upright, coniferous, evergreen tree of narrowly columnar habit with aromatic, bright blue-green, scale-like leaves and silvery berries from late spring to late winter. Juniperus scopulorum 'Blue Arrow' is an improved selection of Rocky Mountain Juniper. It can grow in a wide variety of soils, but prefers average, slightly acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soils, in full sun or partial shade. Once established, it can withstand drought. It is tolerant of urban pollution and coastal conditions. Adaptable to cold and frost. Very easy to care for. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning to maintain its shape. Blue Arrow Juniper is one of the most popular evergreen trees that can be used in many different ways, especially in small, contemporary, Mediterranean, urban, and coastal gardens. Great as a focal point, for hedges and screens, as a background for beds and borders, or for growing in containers.