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Heavenly Bamboo is a semi-evergreen to evergreen shrub, though in colder conditions it may take on deciduous tendencies, shedding some leaves. Its foliage is a standout feature, with delicate, compound leaves that emerge a reddish-purple in spring, mature to a rich green during summer, and then transform into vibrant shades of red and purple in autumn, providing year-round interest. The structure of Heavenly Bamboo is upright and slightly arching, creating an elegant, airy appearance in the garden. Its moderate density makes it suitable for borders or as a feature plant without overwhelming a space. This shrub is particularly attractive in spring with the emergence of its colourful young foliage, and then again in autumn when the leaves turn to striking reds and purples, offering a dramatic contrast to the summer green growth. In early summer, Heavenly Bamboo produces clusters of small, star-shaped white flowers which add a delicate touch to its early summer appeal. Following the blooms, it often bears bright red berries in autumn, adding further seasonal interest and additional texture to the display. Heavenly Bamboo adapts well to a range of soil types, making it a versatile choice for different garden settings.

Nandina domestica, or Heavenly Bamboo, is small, compact, dense, evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with a wonderful, colourful, bamboo-like, lance-shaped, lacy foliage – in shades of red in spring, green in summer, and again red in autumn. The clusters of small, star-shaped, white flowers may bloom in summer and are sometimes followed by bright, red berries. Nandina domestica is adaptable to a wide range of soils, but prefers fertile, hummus-rich, consistently moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun with some afternoon shade. Once established, it is resistant to drought. It can tolerate frost, but may need some protection from harsh winds. In very cold climates, it may lose some leaves or die to the ground. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant. It is considered to be invasive. Heavenly Bamboo is stunning when planted in groups or masses. Perfect for shrub borders, foundations, informal hedges and screens, as a groundcover or edger. Suitable for growing in containers.

Nandina domestica, or Heavenly Bamboo, is small, compact, dense, evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with a wonderful, colourful, bamboo-like, lance-shaped, lacy foliage – in shades of red in spring, green in summer, and again red in autumn. The clusters of small, star-shaped, white flowers may bloom in summer and are sometimes followed by bright, red berries.

Nandina domestica is adaptable to a wide range of soils, but prefers fertile, hummus-rich, consistently moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun with some afternoon shade. Once established, it is resistant to drought. It can tolerate frost, but may need some protection from harsh winds. In very cold climates, it may lose some leaves or die to the ground.

Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant. It is considered to be invasive. Heavenly Bamboo is stunning when planted in groups or masses. Perfect for shrub borders, foundations, informal hedges and screens, as a groundcover or edger. Suitable for growing in containers.

Nandina domestica ‘Obsession’ is a small, neat, compact, dense, evergreen shrub with a beautiful, colourful bamboo-like foliage - fiery red when it emerges, deep green in summer, and again red in autumn. The conical clusters of small, white flowers bloom in summer. It doesn’t produce fruit.

Nandina domestica ‘Obsession’ can easily grow in a wide range of soils, but thrives in fertile, hummus-rich, consistently moist, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun with some afternoon shade. Once established, it can withstand some drought. It is resistant to frost, but may need some protection from harsh winds. Generally, pest-free and disease-free, low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning.

Heavenly Bamboo 'Seika' is a very ornamental shrub with all year interest, great for informal, cottage, and urban gardens. It is most effective when planted in groups or masses. Perfect for shrub borders, foundations, informal low hedges, or as a groundcover. Suitable for growing in pots and containers.

Nandina 'Gulf Stream' is a compact evergreen shrub forming a neat, rounded mound of dense, cane-like stems. The foliage is finely divided into narrow, lance-shaped leaflets, giving the plant a light, feathery texture throughout the year. New growth emerges with reddish-bronze tones in spring, maturing to a deep blue-green during summer, before turning rich shades of red, orange and purple through autumn and into winter, providing colour interest across multiple seasons. Small clusters of white flowers appear in early summer, though they are not a dominant feature of the plant. The compact, well-behaved habit makes it particularly well suited to small gardens, borders and mixed planting schemes, as well as container growing. It tolerates a range of soil types, including clay, and performs well in both full sun and partial shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden positions. Its dense, low-maintenance growth habit also makes it useful for low hedging or as a structural evergreen element within a planting design.

Nandina 'Pink Blush' is an evergreen shrub with an upright, compact habit, making it a useful choice for structured planting schemes or low-maintenance borders. The foliage is finely divided and bamboo-like, emerging with pink and cream tones in spring before maturing to green, then taking on red and pink hues again as temperatures drop in autumn and winter. This seasonal colour change gives the plant year-round interest, with particularly striking displays in spring and autumn when the new and ageing foliage overlap in tone. In early to mid summer, small white flowers appear in loose clusters, though they are not the plant's primary ornamental feature. The shrub maintains a neat, dense form without requiring extensive pruning, making it suitable for smaller gardens, containers, or as part of a mixed border. It tolerates a range of soil types, including loamy and clay soils, provided drainage is reasonable, and performs well in sheltered or lightly shaded positions as well as full sun. Its compact size and tidy growth habit make it adaptable for use in urban gardens or as a low hedge alternative.

Nandina 'Obsessed' is an evergreen shrub grown chiefly for its compact, dense habit and vivid foliage colour. The narrow, lance-shaped leaflets emerge bright red in spring, matur­ing to deep green through summer before intensifying again to rich crimson and burgundy tones in autumn and winter, giving the plant strong seasonal interest for most of the year. Its tight, upright growth forms a neat mound, making it useful as a low hedge, border edging, or structural accent in mixed planting schemes without need for heavy pruning. Small clusters of white flowers may appear in late spring to early summer, though they are modest and not the plant's main attraction. This cultivar is a more compact, slower-growing form than the species, reaching a smaller mature size, which suits it well to container growing, small gardens, or tight spaces where a full-sized Nandina would be unsuitable. It tolerates a range of soil types, including clay, provided drainage is adequate, and performs well in both full sun and partial shade, with the best foliage colour developing in brighter positions. It is a hardy, low-maintenance choice for year-round colour and structure.

Nandina 'Firepower' is a compact, evergreen shrub forming a neat, mounded shape with dense, cushion-like growth. Its foliage is the main feature, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves emerging bright red in spring before maturing to a rich green through summer. As temperatures drop in autumn and winter, the leaves turn vivid shades of red and orange, providing strong seasonal colour when many other plants have faded. The dense, low-growing habit makes it useful for edging borders or as ground cover, and its compact size means it requires little pruning to maintain shape. This cultivar rarely flowers or fruits, so it is grown primarily for its foliage interest rather than blooms. It performs well in a range of soil types, including clay, and tolerates both full sun and partial shade, making it adaptable to different garden situations. It is also useful in coastal gardens, showing good tolerance to exposed conditions. Being evergreen, it provides year-round structure and colour, making it a reliable choice for low-maintenance planting schemes where consistent foliage interest is desired throughout the seasons.

Nandina 'Obsessed' is an evergreen shrub forming a compact, upright mound of dense, finely textured foliage. The narrow, lance-shaped leaflets emerge bright red in spring, settle to green through summer, then intensify to deep red and burgundy tones again in autumn and winter, giving the plant strong seasonal colour changes throughout the year. Its dense, tidy growth habit and naturally neat shape make it well suited to low hedging, borders or container planting, requiring minimal pruning to maintain form. In late spring to early summer small white flowers may appear, though this cultivar is primarily grown for its compact habit and vivid foliage colour rather than for significant flowering or fruiting display. The plant tolerates a range of soil types, including loamy and clay soils, provided drainage is reasonable, and it performs well in both full sun and partial shade, with the richest foliage colour developing in brighter positions. It is a hardy, low-maintenance choice for structured planting schemes, pathway edging or mixed shrub borders, offering reliable year-round interest through its changing leaf colour and compact, dense form.

Nandina 'Pink Blush', also known as Sacred Bamboo, is an evergreen shrub with a compact, upright, rounded form. The narrow, lance-shaped leaflets emerge with pink and cream tones in spring, maturing to green through summer before taking on red and burgundy shades in autumn and winter, giving the foliage interest across multiple seasons. The structure is dense with slender, cane-like stems that give a light, airy texture despite the overall compact habit, making it useful for borders, mixed planting or as a low hedge. In early summer, small white star-shaped flowers appear in upright panicles above the foliage, followed by red berries later in the year on mature plants, though flowering and fruiting can be limited in cooler climates. The shrub tolerates a range of soil types, including loamy and clay soils, and performs well in both full sun and partial shade, making it adaptable to different garden positions. It is also reasonably tolerant of urban pollution and exposed sites, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance and retains its shape well without the need for frequent pruning.

Prunus domestica 'Reine Claude Dorée', also known as the Golden Greengage, is a deciduous fruit tree trained here as a half standard, giving it a clear stem with a rounded, well-proportioned crown suited to smaller gardens and orchards. In spring it produces an abundance of white blossom before the leaves fully emerge, creating a striking display and providing an early source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects. The blossom is followed by mid-green foliage that provides cover and shelter for garden wildlife through summer. By late summer to early autumn, the tree bears round, golden-yellow greengage fruits with a sweet, honeyed flavour, ideal for eating fresh or using in cooking and preserves. Fallen fruit can also benefit birds and insects later in the season. This variety prefers a warm, sheltered, sunny position and performs best in fertile, well-drained soil, making it a reliable choice for home orchards or productive garden borders. As a half standard, it offers a manageable size while still producing a generous harvest, combining ornamental spring interest with valuable seasonal fruiting, making it a versatile and rewarding addition to gardens seeking both beauty and productivity.

Prunus domestica 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is a robust and sturdy plum tree, very popular in France since 15th century. It has broadly elliptic, mid-green leaves and lovely white flowers blooming in April. Small, round, rich yellow cherry plums have juicy and sweet flesh and are ready for harvesting in late summer. Prunus domestica 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is adaptable to a wide range of soils, but prefers medium fertile, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It doesn’t like humid partial shade. It is extremely resistant to frost, even flowers can withstand some late spring frost. It doesn’t require much attention and will crop heavily even without pruning. Doesn’t have serious disease or pest problems. It is self-fertile but the crop is better with a pollinator nearby. Cherry plum 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is best when ripe and eaten fresh from the tree, but it is also great for jams and preserves. Very decorative and undemanding plant.

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.

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.

This deciduous plum produces an abundance of white blossom in early to mid spring, appearing on bare branches before the leaves emerge, creating a striking display and providing an early source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects. The blossom is followed in late summer into early autumn by rounded to oval fruits with purple-violet skin and golden, sweet, juicy flesh, making this a reliable and flavoursome dessert and culinary variety. As a half standard, it is trained with a clear stem of around 1.2 to 1.5 metres before the branches form a balanced, open-centred crown, making it well suited to garden settings where fruit can be picked easily while still allowing space for underplanting or lawn to continue beneath. The tree has a moderate, manageable habit, making it a good choice for smaller orchards or mixed fruit tree plantings. Beyond its ornamental spring interest and valuable autumn harvest, the tree supports local wildlife, with the blossom feeding early pollinators and fallen fruit providing a food source for birds and insects later in the season. It performs best in a sheltered, sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil, and benefits from some protection from late frosts, which can affect the spring blossom and subsequent fruit set.

Prunus domestica ‘Old Green Gage’ is a small European plum tree with elliptic, serrated, bright green leaves, masses of white, 5-petal, flowers in mid-spring, and heavy crops of delicious, small, oval, yellow-green plums, exceptional for culinary purposes - canning, making jellies, or eating fresh. European Plum ‘Green Gage’ is an old variety and regarded as the one of the best flavoured plums. It is adaptable to different types of soils, but prefers fertile, loamy, slightly acidic, moist and well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun. It is resistant to frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Flower buds may be damaged by early frosts. Low maintenance plant. Prunus domestica ‘Old Green Gage’ is a lovely fruiting tree with extremely tasty and juicy fruits. A great addition to any informal and cottage garden. Excellent for wall-side borders and informal hedges and screens. Primarily grown for its fruit. Great for culinary purposes, canning, making jellies, or eating fresh.

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.

Box-leaved Honeysuckle 'Maigreen' is an evergreen shrub forming a dense, compact mound of small, rounded, bright green leaves. Its tight, twiggy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for low hedging, topiary or formal garden edging, as it responds well to regular clipping and maintains a neat shape throughout the year. The foliage holds its fresh green colour consistently across the seasons, providing reliable structure and year-round interest in borders and formal garden designs. Small, inconspicuous creamy-white flowers may appear in late spring, though these are not a significant ornamental feature, and the shrub is primarily valued for its foliage and form rather than its blooms. This variety tolerates a wide range of soil types, including clay and loamy soils, and copes well with both sun and partial shade, making it a versatile option for various garden settings. It also withstands exposure reasonably well, suiting it to a range of planting positions including more sheltered coastal gardens. Low maintenance once established, it is well suited to use as a dwarf hedge, edging plant or clipped specimen, offering a tidy, formal appearance with minimal input required beyond routine trimming to maintain its density and shape.

Hosta 'Big Daddy' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial that forms a mound-shaped clump of foliage, dying back completely in winter before re-emerging in spring. The large, rounded leaves are a distinctive blue-grey colour with a heavily puckered, seersucker-like texture, providing a striking architectural presence in borders and shaded areas. The foliage forms a dense, substantial mound that holds its shape well throughout the growing season, creating good ground cover and suppressing weeds beneath its broad leaves. This plant is particularly attractive throughout summer when the foliage is at its fullest and most vivid, with the blue tones becoming more pronounced in cooler weather. In mid to late summer, near-white to pale lavender bell-shaped flowers appear on tall, sturdy stems rising above the foliage, adding height and interest without detracting from the foliage display. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects, offering a nectar source during summer months. Hosta 'Big Daddy' is well suited to shady or partially shaded positions and performs best in moisture-retentive, humus-rich soil. It is a good choice for woodland-style plantings, shaded borders, or areas with heavier clay soils where moisture is retained, making it versatile for gardens with limited sun exposure.

Prunus domestica 'President', commonly known as President Plum, is a deciduous fruit tree trained as a half standard, giving it a clear stem with a rounded head of branches at a manageable height for picking and garden display. In spring it bears clusters of white blossom before the leaves fully emerge, providing an early nectar and pollen source for bees and other pollinating insects. The flowers are followed by the development of mid-green, oval foliage that provides a backdrop for the fruit as it swells through summer. This is a reliable, heavy-cropping variety producing large, deep purple-blue plums with a firm, sweet, juicy flesh, ready for harvest in mid to late autumn, making it one of the later-ripening dessert and culinary plums. The fruit is well suited to eating fresh, cooking or preserving. As a half standard, the tree develops an open, well-spaced branch structure, allowing good air circulation and making routine pruning and fruit picking straightforward. The blossom and subsequent fruit also offer value to garden wildlife, with the flowers supporting pollinators in spring and fallen fruit providing a late-season food source for birds and insects. This variety is self-fertile, making it a dependable choice for a single tree in a garden, allotment or orchard setting.