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Yucca filamentosa

Yucca filamentosa is a tiny, stemless evergreen shrub with sword-shaped deep-green leaves up to 75 cm in length that form clumps. Late in the summer, towering spikes of creamy-white, bell-shaped flowers reach a height of roughly 2 meters. Adam’s needle

Weigela florida ‘Polka’

Weigela florida ‘Polka’ has nectar-rich flowers that are lightly perfumed and entice pollinating insects. In the summer, the arching branches of this spreading deciduous shrub are adorned with delicate pink trumpet-shaped blooms. When grown in mixed borders, the foliage is

Tamarix ramosissima ‘Rubra’

As a tall shrub or small tree, however you see it, Tamarix ramosissima ‘Rubra’ is deciduous with feathery foliage consisting of small, needle-like green leaves. Originally discovered in Holland, this plant will withstand UK winters, down to temperatures of around

Tamarix tetrandra

Blooming in late May, this species makes it possible to have the airy, pink flowers of tamarix in spring as well as summer. Perfect for the dry bed, this irregularly shaped deciduous shrub or small tree graces the garden with

Sambucus nigra ‘Madonna’

Without a doubt one of the best variegated and hardy shrubs in cultivation. This elder boasts an array of white flat headed flowers in early summer, turning into rich black fruit in autumn. Sambucus nigra 'Madonna' is a deciduous shrub

Sambucus nigra ‘Golden Tower’

Sambucus nigra ‘Golden Tower’ grows straight up, quickly, in a tall and narrow habit. Bright columns of this deciduous shrub tower upwards, for a true architectural statement in borders and beds. Golden yellow leaves and tight clusters of summer blooms

Philadelphus ‘Dame Blanche’

A hardy deciduous shrub that in early summer will fill your garden with pure white flowers, as well as a decedent fragrance that will waft its way through the air. Philadelphus Dame Blanche flowers between May to June, set upon

Peony ‘Cora Louise’

A real beauty for late spring borders! Peony ‘Cora Louise’ bears ruffled white blooms that are flushed with lavender at the centre. Exotic-looking and gently fragranced, the flowers are superb for flower arrangements. Flowers May-June. Height 70-80cm.

Peony ‘First Arrival’

Peony ‘First Arrival’ is an intersectional hybrid – a cross which marries the exotic looks of tree peonies with the herbaceous growth habit of herbaceous peonies, and often called an Itoh Peony. Flowers May-June. Height 70-80cm.

Peony ‘Hillary’

Paeonia Itoh ?Hillary? This superb Paeonia Itoh ?Hillary? blooms from May until July, it produces masses of large, ruffled raspberry-coloured flowers with a sweet-smelling aroma. Ideal for planting as a specimen plant, Peony ?Hillary? makes a confident standalone shrub putting

Peony ‘Julia Rose’

A real sensation for your borders! Lightly fragrant blooms rise above a neat mound of glossy foliage, which takes on tones of burnished copper in autumn. The red buds open to reveal salmon-pink blooms that gradually fade to yellow. Flowers

Peony ‘Pastel Splendor’

Peony ‘Pastel Splendor’ is truly exquisite. The creamy white blooms are flushed with soft pink outer edges, while flashes of red surround a boss of yellow stamens. Like many peonies, the flower colour gradually changes as the blooms mature. Flowers

Philadelphus coronarius

Philadelphus coronarius, also known as Mock Orange, is easy to grow and requires little maintenance, adding to is charm. Creamy white coloured summer blooms join densely packed green foliage for a wonderful addition to shrub borders. Fills space and provides

Juniperus chinensis ‘Expansa Variegata’

Juniperus Chinensis ‘Expansa Variegata’ has a viscous, low-growing habit that is ideal for making evergreen groundcover in rockeries or as a free-standing specimen. Honestly, this dazzling Chinese Juniper is an excellent specimen plant. Its fragrant blue-green foliage is splashed with

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Fraise Melba’

Following in the success of the popular hydrangea 'Vanille Fraise', this spectacular variety is equally impressive. The impressive conical blooms emerge ivory and gradually colour to deep strawberry pink giving a mouth-watering two-tone effect. Flowers July-September. Height 100-150cm.

Hydrangea arborescens ‘Pink Annabelle’

When you thought Hydrangea ‘Annabelle’ couldn’t get any better, she has! Now in pink, H. arborescens ‘Pink Annabelle’ is a stunning, reliable new variety with stems that remain upright in all weather conditions and are strong enough to bear the

Forsythia ‘Maree d’Or’

Forsythia Maree d’Or is not to be missed for the late winter and early spring garden displaying lovely, light yellow flowers covering the stems. A deciduous, compact hardy variety to mix other ground cover shrubs. A mass of green foliage

Cotinus ‘Grace’

Smoke bushes are shapely rounded shrubs or small trees. There are green and purple-leafed forms, both of which are covered in summer with a smoky haze of soft open flower plumes. Continus'Grace' is a green-leafed smoke bush, bearing a showy

Escallonia ‘Apple Blossom’

Escallonia ‘Apple Blossom’ is hardy, evergreen and quick to grow ? three character traits that make this plant incredibly popular for UK growing. Coastal gardens see this variety thrive, where its hedging or screening style of growing makes it very

Cotinus coggygria ‘Lilla’

This dwarf version of the popular variety Cotinus ‘Royal Purple’ is ideal for smaller gardens. Cotinus coggygria ‘Lilla’ is a small, rounded deciduous shrub that has all of the color and interest of its larger relatives. In the summer, frothy

Cistus x purpureus ‘Alan Fradd’

Cistus Purpureus Plant – Alan Fradd A great option for gardens by the sea! ‘Alan Fradd’ is a large-flowered cultivar bearing tissue-thin white flowers. It is a great plant for gardens by the sea as it is heat and drought

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Nana Gracilis’

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Nana Gracilis’ is a dwarf conifer that is simple to grow. It requires little care once established. It also has a loose pyramidal habit. It is an ideal choice for adding structure and evergreen colour to rockeries and