Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Schizophragma hydrangeoides
A hardy, deciduous, climbing shrub, for a sunny or part shaded position. Schizophragma hydrangeoides is commonly known as the Climbing Hydrangea for its Hydrangea-like, creamy-white, lace cap flowers which are borne in flat topped clusters during June and July.
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’
An attractive grass variety with year-round interest, Miscanthus ?Gracilimus’ is well worth serious consideration. It’s a clump forming perennial which is easy to grow and after a long hot summer it really comes into its own with tall flower spikes topped with feathery textured copper coloured plumes which, along with the foliage arch over gracefully.
Crab Apple ‘Royalty’
A particularly attractive tree, Crab Apple ‘Royalty’ is unmistakeable for its dark mahogany foliage that turns to scarlet in Autumn. The deep pink springtime apple blossom is followed by dark red fruits that make a fabulous crab apple jelly.
Crab Apple ‘Red Sentinel’
A particularly attractive crab apple producing a profusion of white blossom in May, followed by yellow fruits blushed with red that deepen to a dark glossy scarlet in time for Christmas. Crab Apple ‘Red Sentinel’ makes an attractive and productive specimen tree for smaller gardens, with a long season of interest.
Hamamelis x intermedia ‘Jelena’
Hamamelis x intermedia ‘Jelena’ is an eye-catching, well branched Witch Hazel. The spreading stems are cloaked in unremarkable green foliage in summer, blending gently into the background while other plants take centre stage. With the onset of autumn, this hardy shrub steps into the spotlight, its leaves turning to bright red and yellow.
Escallonia laevis ‘Pink Elle’
Masses of charming tubular pink flowers crowd the stem tips of Escallonia laevis ‘Pink Elle’ from early summer onwards. Perfect for borders or even for creating an ornamental hedge too! A low maintenance shrub that will give huge rewards for very little effort!
Clematis montana var. rubens ‘Tetrarose’
A very quick growing, vigorous, handsome deciduous climber. Bronze tinted , toothed foliage and pink flowers with a central boss of yellow anthers 9cm ( 3 ½ ??)across. The flowers have a wonderful almond scent during late spring and early summer. Ideal for clothing a large tree or building, wall, or North facing site. Grows
Strelitzia ‘Bird of Paradise’
Admired for their exotic blooms, resembling birds with bright plumage, which make vibrant, long lasting cut flowers. The stately blue green, deeply ribbed foliage makes an attractive foil for their magnificent flowers. Exquisite specimens for the greenhouse and conservatory, or for a bright windowsill indoors. Move them outside during summer for a striking talking point
Apple ‘Spartan’
A juicy, refreshingly sweet apple that is instantly recognisable by its deep maroon colour. Apple ‘Spartan’ is also an excellent pollinator for other apple trees and so is extremely useful in any collection.
Rhododendron ‘Ramapo’
Tough and resilient, Rhododendron ‘Ramapo’ will tolerate most conditions, even coping well in full sun. This hardy shrub boasts a multitude of mauve-purple flowers in spring, brightening patio containers, borders and rockeries with its flamboyant blooms. With a neat, compact habit it is ideally proportioned for even the smallest of gardens.
Trachelospermum jasminoides
Create a little corner of Tuscany in your garden with this elegant Star Jasmine. The highly fragrant, star shaped flowers of Trachelospermum jasminoides are a joy to the senses!
