Category Archives: Shady Garden
Cotoneaster microphyllus ‘Streibs Findling’
A low growing evergreen shrub which is ideal for creating groundcover in a low maintenance garden. Cotoneaster microphyllus ‘Streibs Findling’ produces a mass of small, deep green leaves and a flourish of white blooms from spring which are followed by
Pachysandra terminalis ‘Variegata’
Pachysandra terminalis ‘Variegata’ is a variety of Japanese Spurge, that thrives as ground cover in shaded areas. Cream splashed, variegated foliage leaves last all year-round in gardens, as evergreen foliage is joined by pretty white bloom spikes early in summer.
Fritillaria meleagris (Mixed)
An extraordinary spring bulb that always attracts attention and looks fantastic planted in broad swathes through rough grass where it will readily naturalise. It can also be dotted through spring borders, or planted in containers, allowing its intricate flowers to
Australian Tree Fern
Take a look at the incredible RHS AGM Australian Tree Fern! Long, finely cut fronds up to 1.5m (5′) long unfurl from the crown in a truly magical display that adds drama to damp, shaded garden areas. Dicksonia antarctica, a
Astilbe White
Astilbe White produces attractive finely cut foliage and white plumes from early summer. This low maintenance variety is a great choice for a damp, shaded corner that can occasionally become waterlogged. Alternatively, plant by a shaded waters edge or bog
Campanula ‘Rebelle’
Campanula Re-Bell, with its large, showy blooms and compact form, is perfect for adding a burst of colour to the front of borders or a shady patio corner. This variety forms neat clumps of slender, pointed leaves, topped with clusters
Aucuba japonica ‘Variegata’
A superb evergreen shrub with big, leathery green leaves that are decorated with vibrant yellow speckles. The variegation makes it ideal for brightening a shaded spot in the garden. Aucuba japonica ‘Variegata’ has a dense habit and bears small purple
Cyrtomium fortunei
This gorgeous hardy perennial is a fabulous evergreen, that boasts masses of fresh green leaflets in neat fronds all year round. Each feathery frond is borne upon a striking black stem and creates architectural structure and form in any outdoor
Dryopteris affinis ‘Cristata’
?Cristata? is a vibrant Scaly Male Fern, that boasts masses of branching fronds in a golden green. Low maintenance and happy to grow in a shaded spot, this textural Dryopteris makes a fantastic space filler, attractive ground cover and woodland
Hosta ‘Blue Angel’
The largest of the blue Hostas, this slow growing hardy perennial forms large clumps of glaucous grey-blue leaves that can each grow up to 40cm (16) long. The enormous leaves provide an ideal backdrop for its bell shaped, white flowers
