Shrubs

Osmanthus × burkwoodii is a beautifully dense, bushy evergreen shrub prized for its wonderfully fragrant clusters of small, white tubular flowers that appear in mid to late spring. A hybrid between Osmanthus decorus and Osmanthus delavayi, this versatile plant is ideal for hedging, screening, borders, or as a stunning standalone specimen. Its neat, compact habit and glossy dark green foliage provide year-round structure and interest in any garden setting.

The sweetly scented spring blooms are a magnet for bees and other pollinators, making this an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Once established, Osmanthus Burkwoodii is a low-maintenance shrub that responds well to trimming, allowing you to shape it into a formal or informal hedge with ease.

Supplied as a garden-ready plant in a 3 litre pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Osmanthus × burkwoodii


• Common Names: Burkwood Osmanthus, Sweet Osmanthus


• Classification: Evergreen shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: Up to 3 m × 3 m (can be maintained smaller with regular pruning)


• Growth Habit: Dense, Bushy, Rounded Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect for: Hedging, Screening, Borders, Containers, Specimen Planting


• Flowering Time: April to May (clusters of small, highly fragrant white flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates chalk, clay, loam, and sand


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H5)


• Attracts: Bees & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Glossy, Dark Green, Oval, Leathery Leaves with Finely Toothed Margins


• RHS Award: Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sheltered or exposed position in full sun to partial shade.


• Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system.


• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.


• Ideal spacing for hedging is approximately 60–90 cm apart.


• Mulch around the base in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

What's Included:

• 1 × Osmanthus Burkwoodii plant supplied in a 3 litre pot, garden ready.

Ceanothus 'Concha' is one of the most popular and reliable California Lilac varieties, prized for its spectacular display of deep blue flowers in late spring and early summer. This hardy evergreen shrub produces dense clusters of rich, dark blue blooms set against glossy, dark green foliage, creating a stunning focal point in any garden. When in full flower, the entire plant becomes alive with visiting bees and pollinators, making it a wonderful choice for wildlife-friendly planting schemes.

With its naturally dense, arching habit, Ceanothus 'Concha' is ideal for growing against a sunny, sheltered wall or fence, as a standalone specimen shrub, or as part of a mixed border. It thrives in well-drained soil and a warm, sunny position, and once established, it is both drought-tolerant and low-maintenance. This variety holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM), a mark of its outstanding garden performance.

What's Included:

• 1 x Ceanothus 'Concha' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Ceanothus 'Concha'


• Common Names: California Lilac, Ceanothus Concha


• Classification: Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 2–3 m × 2–3 m


• Growth Habit: Dense, Arching Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect for: Sunny Borders, Wall Training, Specimen Planting, Wildlife Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Deep Blue


• Planting Position: Full Sun, Sheltered


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Small, Glossy, Dark Green Leaves


• Hardiness: Hardy (RHS H4)


• RHS Award: Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a warm, sunny and sheltered position for the best flowering results.


• Ensure the soil is well-drained; Ceanothus does not tolerate waterlogged conditions.


• Water regularly after planting until well established; once settled, this shrub is drought-tolerant.


• Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape – avoid cutting into old wood.


• Avoid heavy pruning, as Ceanothus does not regenerate well from old wood.


• No regular feeding is required; overly rich soil can reduce flowering.

Notes: This listing is for the Concha variety of Ceanothus, known for its exceptionally deep blue flower colour and vigorous, reliable growth habit.

Nandina Gulf Stream – Compact Hardy Evergreen Garden Shrub

Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream' is a beautifully compact evergreen shrub, commonly known as Heavenly Bamboo. Prized for its striking, year-round foliage interest, the elegant lance-shaped leaves emerge with warm coppery-red tones in spring, mature to a rich blue-green through summer, and then transform into vivid shades of orange and fiery red during autumn and winter. This seasonal colour display makes Gulf Stream one of the most ornamental compact shrubs available for the UK garden.

With its neat, dense and bushy habit, Gulf Stream is an excellent choice for mixed borders, foundation planting, low informal hedging or container displays on patios and terraces. It requires minimal pruning to maintain its naturally tidy shape, making it a superb low-maintenance option for gardeners of all experience levels. Small panicles of delicate white flowers may appear in summer, adding subtle charm to the foliage display.

This plant is supplied in a 3 litre pot, well-established and ready for planting out or potting on.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream'


• Common Names: Heavenly Bamboo, Gulf Stream Nandina


• Classification: Compact Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 80–100 cm x 60–80 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Upright Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Containers, Foundation Planting, Low Hedging, Courtyard Gardens


• Flowering Time: Summer (small white flower panicles)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Most Soil Types


• Hardiness: RHS H5 – Hardy to approximately -15°C


• Type: Hardy Compact Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Lance-Shaped Leaves; Coppery-Red in Spring, Blue-Green in Summer, Vivid Orange-Red in Autumn and Winter


• Pruning: Minimal Pruning Required; Trim Lightly in Spring if Needed to Maintain Shape

Planting and Care Tips:

• Plant in a sheltered or semi-sheltered position for the best foliage colour.


• Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system.


• Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.


• Foliage colour is most intense when planted in a position that receives good light, particularly morning sun.


• Suitable for growing in containers using a good quality, peat-free compost with adequate drainage.

Notes: This listing is for the Gulf Stream variety of Nandina, known for its particularly compact habit and outstanding seasonal foliage colour changes.

Sambucus Nigra 'Black Lace' Elderberry Plant

Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace' (syn. 'Eva') is a stunning deciduous shrub prized for its deeply dissected, dark purple-black foliage that closely resembles that of a Japanese maple. In early summer, clusters of pink-budded flowers open to reveal delicate, lemon-scented, creamy-pink blooms, creating a beautiful contrast against the dark leaves. These are followed by dark purple-black berries in autumn, which are highly attractive to birds and wildlife.

This hardy and versatile shrub makes an excellent focal point in borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly planting schemes. It is equally suited to use as a specimen plant or as part of a mixed hedge. 'Black Lace' is easy to grow, tolerant of a wide range of soils, and responds well to hard pruning if a more compact shape is desired.

Supplied in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting in the garden.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace' (syn. 'Eva')


• Common Names: Black Lace Elder, Black Lace Elderberry


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: Up to 3m × 3m


• Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Specimen Planting, Mixed Hedging


• Flowering Time: Early to Mid Summer (pink-tinged, lemon-scented flower clusters)


• Berrying Season: Autumn (dark purple-black berries)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best foliage colour achieved in full sun)


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained; Tolerant of Most Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Birds & Garden Wildlife


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Deeply Dissected, Finely Cut, Dark Purple-Black Leaves

Planting Tips:

• Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position for the richest foliage colour.


• Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system.


• Can be hard pruned in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape and encourage fresh, vibrant new growth.


• Mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Notes: This listing is for the Black Lace variety, recognised for its distinctive dark, finely cut foliage and pink-toned summer flowers.

Physocarpus Sweet Cherry Tea – Compact Ninebark Shrub

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Sweet Cherry Tea' is a stunning compact Ninebark from the popular Tea® series, prized for its rich cherry-burgundy foliage that provides striking colour throughout the growing season. In late spring to early summer, clusters of delicate pink-tinted white flowers appear along the arching stems, creating a beautiful contrast against the dark leaves and attracting bees and other pollinators to the garden.

This hardy deciduous shrub is well suited to mixed borders, small gardens and containers, offering year-round structural interest. The foliage transitions through shades of deep cherry-red before dropping in autumn to reveal attractive exfoliating bark, adding winter appeal. Easy to grow and low maintenance, 'Sweet Cherry Tea' is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for reliable colour and form without the need for constant attention.

What's Included:

• 1 x Physocarpus Sweet Cherry Tea Ninebark Plant supplied in a 3 Litre Root-Ball

Key Features:

• Rich cherry-burgundy foliage throughout the growing season


• Clusters of pink-white flowers in late spring to early summer


• Compact growth habit, ideal for smaller gardens and containers


• Attractive exfoliating bark provides winter interest


• Low maintenance and easy to establish


• Pollinator-friendly – attracts bees and beneficial insects

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'Sweet Cherry Tea'


• Common Names: Ninebark, Sweet Cherry Tea Ninebark


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 90–120 cm × 90–120 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Gently Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Mixed Borders, Small Gardens, Patio Containers, Specimen Planting


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained – Tolerates a Range of Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy


• Attracts: Bees, Pollinators & Beneficial Insects


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Flowering Shrub


• Foliage: Deep Cherry-Burgundy, Broadly Oval Leaves

Planting & Care:

• Plant in a position with full sun for the best foliage colour; partial shade is also tolerated


• Prefers moist, well-drained soil but adapts to most soil types


• Water regularly after planting until well established


• Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh, colourful growth


• Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds

Notes: This listing is for the Sweet Cherry Tea variety, known for its distinctive deep cherry-burgundy foliage and compact growing habit.

Physocarpus Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark – Hardy Flowering Shrub

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Raspberry Lemonade' is a stunning deciduous shrub celebrated for its striking, multi-toned foliage that evolves beautifully through the seasons. New leaves emerge in fresh shades of lemon-yellow and lime-green before maturing into rich raspberry-red tones, creating a captivating display of colour from spring right through to autumn. In late spring to early summer, clusters of small, delicate white to pale pink flowers appear, adding further interest and attracting pollinators to the garden.

This compact and bushy Ninebark variety is low-maintenance, reliably hardy and tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, making it an excellent choice for borders, mixed shrub plantings, informal hedging or as a standout specimen in a container. It thrives in full sun, where the foliage colours are most vivid, but will also perform well in partial shade.

What's Included:

• 1 x Physocarpus Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark Plant


• Supplied in a 3 Litre pot, well-established and ready for planting

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'Raspberry Lemonade'


• Common Names: Ninebark, Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 150–180 cm × 150–180 cm


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Compact, Upright Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Mixed Shrub Plantings, Informal Hedging, Containers, Specimen Planting


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (clusters of small white to pale pink flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best foliage colour in full sun)


• Soil: Most well-drained soils, tolerant of a wide range of soil types


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Multi-toned – emerging lemon-yellow and lime-green, maturing to rich raspberry-red shades through the season


• Pruning: Prune after flowering if required to maintain shape; tolerates hard pruning if needed for rejuvenation


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position for the best foliage colour development.


• Water regularly after planting until well established, especially during dry spells.


• Mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.


• Minimal ongoing maintenance required once established – a low-fuss, high-impact garden shrub.

Notes: This listing is for the Raspberry Lemonade variety, known for its distinctive seasonal colour-changing foliage ranging from lemon-yellow through to deep raspberry tones.

Physocarpus Lady in Red – Hardy Bee Friendly Deciduous Garden Shrub

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Lady in Red' is a stunning deciduous shrub prized for its rich, deep reddish-purple foliage that emerges vibrant in spring and deepens throughout the season. In early summer, clusters of delicate pink-tinged white flowers appear, providing a beautiful contrast against the dark foliage and offering a valuable nectar source for bees and other pollinators. These are followed by attractive reddish seed heads that extend seasonal interest well into autumn. With its naturally elegant, arching habit and peeling bark on mature stems, this Ninebark variety adds multi-season structure and colour to any garden setting.

'Lady in Red' is a compact and manageable variety of Ninebark, making it well suited to mixed borders, specimen planting, informal hedging, or even large containers. It is fully hardy, low maintenance, and tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay. Once established, it requires little ongoing care beyond an optional annual prune to maintain shape and encourage fresh, colourful new growth.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting out in the garden.

Key Features:

• Hardy deciduous shrub with striking reddish-purple foliage


• Clusters of pink-white flowers in early summer, loved by bees and pollinators


• Attractive peeling bark adds winter interest


• Low maintenance and tolerant of most soil types including clay


• Ideal for borders, specimen planting, informal hedges and containers


• Supplied in a 3 litre pot

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'Lady in Red'


• Common Names: Ninebark, Lady in Red Ninebark


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 150–200 cm × 150–200 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Upright to Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect for: Borders, Specimen Planting, Informal Hedges, Containers


• Flowering Time: June to July (clusters of pink-white flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained – Tolerant of Most Soil Types Including Clay


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Other Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Deep Reddish-Purple, Lobed Leaves


• Pruning: Prune After Flowering if Required to Maintain Shape

Notes: This listing is for the Lady in Red variety, known for its compact habit and richly coloured foliage.

Physocarpus Diabolo Ninebark – Dark Purple Foliage Hardy Perennial Shrub

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' is a stunning deciduous shrub prized for its rich, deep purple foliage that holds its colour throughout the growing season. In early to mid-summer, clusters of delicate pink-white flowers appear against the dark leaves, creating a striking contrast that adds real drama to any garden setting. As the flowers fade, small reddish seed heads develop, extending the seasonal interest well into autumn. The peeling, exfoliating bark provides additional winter texture, making this a true multi-season performer.

This vigorous and reliable shrub is an excellent choice for mixed borders, specimen planting, informal hedging or as a bold focal point in larger containers. 'Diabolo' is fully hardy, low-maintenance and adaptable to a wide range of soil types, thriving in both full sun and partial shade – though the deepest purple foliage colour is achieved in a sunny position.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting straight into the garden or a generous container.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' (syn. 'Monlo')


• Common Names: Ninebark, Diabolo Ninebark, Common Ninebark


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 200–300 cm × 200–300 cm


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Upright to Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Specimen Planting, Informal Hedging, Large Containers


• Flowering Time: Early to Mid-Summer (clusters of pink-white flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best foliage colour in full sun)


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained – Tolerates a Wide Range of Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Deep Purple to Dark Burgundy, Lobed Leaves


• Bark: Attractive Peeling, Exfoliating Bark for Winter Interest


• Pruning: Prune After Flowering if Required – Responds Well to Hard Pruning for Rejuvenation


• RHS Award: Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

What's Included:

• 1 x Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Notes: Available in the Diabolo variety, renowned for its exceptionally dark purple foliage. Foliage colour may appear more green in heavily shaded positions; for the deepest, richest purple tones, plant in a position that receives plenty of direct sunlight.

Philadelphus Snowbelle – Compact Mock Orange Shrub

Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' is a beautifully compact variety of Mock Orange, prized for its abundant clusters of double, pure white flowers that appear in early to midsummer. Each delicate bloom carries the classic sweet, orange-blossom fragrance that has made Philadelphus a beloved garden favourite for generations. This hardy deciduous shrub forms a neat, rounded shape, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, mixed borders, or even large containers.

Once established, Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' is a low-maintenance shrub that requires little attention beyond an annual prune after flowering. Its manageable size and reliable flowering make it a rewarding addition to any garden setting.

What's Included:

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• 1 x Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot
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Key Features:

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• Double, pure white fragrant flowers in early to midsummer
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• Compact and bushy habit – well suited to smaller spaces
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• Sweet orange-blossom scent that fills the garden
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• Fully hardy and easy to grow once established
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• Attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinators
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• Low maintenance – simply prune after flowering to maintain shape
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Cultural Information:

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• Botanical Name: Philadelphus 'Snowbelle'
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• Common Names: Mock Orange, Snowbelle Mock Orange
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• Classification: Deciduous shrub
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• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 120–150 cm × 120–150 cm
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• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Rounded Deciduous Shrub
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• Perfect for: Mixed Borders, Cottage Gardens, Smaller Gardens, Containers
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• Flowering Time: June to July (double, fragrant white blooms)
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• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
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• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained – Tolerates Most Soil Types
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• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators
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• Type: Fully Hardy Deciduous Shrub
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• Foliage: Mid-Green, Oval Leaves
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• Pruning: Prune After Flowering – Remove Flowered Stems Back to Strong New Growth
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Planting Advice:

Plant in a well-prepared hole that is twice the width of the root-ball. Backfill with a mixture of garden soil and compost, firming gently around the base. Water thoroughly after planting and keep well-watered during the first growing season while the plant becomes established. A mulch around the base helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Notes: This listing is for the Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' variety, a compact double-flowering Mock Orange. The plant is supplied in a 3 litre pot and may vary slightly in size depending on the time of year. During autumn and winter, deciduous plants will naturally lose their leaves and may be supplied bare of foliage.

Philadelphus Belle Etoile – Mock Orange

Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' is one of the most popular and highly regarded mock orange varieties, prized for its exceptionally fragrant, large single white flowers adorned with a distinctive purple-pink blush at the centre. Flowering from late spring into early summer, this stunning deciduous shrub fills the garden with a rich, sweet orange-blossom scent that carries on the breeze. A recipient of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, 'Belle Etoile' is a reliable, easy-to-grow shrub that makes a wonderful addition to mixed borders, cottage gardens and fragrant planting schemes.

Supplied in a 3 litre pot, this well-established plant is ready for planting out in the garden. Once established, Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' requires minimal maintenance — simply prune back flowered stems after blooming to encourage vigorous new growth and abundant flowers the following season.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'


• Common Names: Mock Orange, Belle Etoile Mock Orange


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 1.2–1.5 m × 1.2–1.5 m


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Compact with Gracefully Arching Branches


• Perfect For: Mixed Borders, Cottage Gardens, Fragrant Gardens, Informal Hedging


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (June–July)


• Flower Description: Large, Single White Flowers with a Purple-Pink Flush at the Centre, Highly Fragrant


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained; Tolerant of Most Soil Types Including Chalk


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies and Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Mid-Green, Oval Leaves


• Pruning: Prune After Flowering – Cut Back Flowered Stems to Strong New Shoots


• Award: RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

What is Included:

• 1 x Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Notes: This listing is for the Belle Etoile variety, known for its compact habit and distinctive purple-pink centred blooms, making it ideal for smaller gardens where space is limited.

Weigela florida 'Variegata' – Pink Flowering Hardy Shrub

Weigela florida 'Variegata' is a beautiful and reliable deciduous shrub, prized for its striking variegated foliage and abundant pink flowers. The leaves are mid-green with attractive creamy-white margins, providing interest throughout the growing season even when the plant is not in bloom. In late spring to early summer, clusters of delicate, funnel-shaped pink flowers appear along the arching branches, creating a stunning display that is irresistible to bees and other pollinators.

This hardy garden shrub is easy to grow and requires minimal maintenance once established. It is ideal for mixed borders, cottage-style gardens, or as a standalone specimen. Weigela 'Variegata' is also well suited to smaller gardens thanks to its compact, bushy habit compared to some other Weigela varieties. An RHS Award of Garden Merit holder, this is a tried-and-tested variety that performs well in UK gardens year after year.

What's Included:

• 1 x Weigela florida 'Variegata' plant supplied in a 17cm (2 litre) pot, outdoor garden ready

Key Features:

• Attractive variegated foliage with creamy-white leaf margins


• Masses of pink, funnel-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer


• Bee friendly – excellent source of nectar for pollinators


• Fully hardy and suitable for UK gardens


• Low maintenance once established


• RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) holder

Planting & Care:

Plant in a position with full sun to partial shade in moist but well-drained soil. Weigela 'Variegata' is tolerant of most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand. After flowering, prune back the flowered shoots to a strong pair of buds or a lower side shoot to encourage vigorous new growth and a tidy shape. Older, unproductive stems can be cut back to the base to rejuvenate the plant. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Weigela florida 'Variegata'


• Common Names: Variegated Weigela


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 1.5–2 m × 1.5–2 m


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Rounded, Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Mixed Borders, Cottage Gardens, Specimen Planting, Wildlife Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: Pink


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Type: Moist but Well-Drained; Tolerates Most Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (H6)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinating Insects


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Mid-Green Leaves with Creamy-White Margins (Variegated)


• Pruning: Prune After Flowering – Cut Flowered Shoots Back to Strong Buds

Notes: This plant is supplied as the 'Variegata' variety, featuring distinctive creamy-white edged foliage that sets it apart from other Weigela cultivars.

Philadelphus Virginal – Mock Orange

Philadelphus Virginal, commonly known as Mock Orange or Sweet Mock Orange, is a classic hardy deciduous flowering shrub prized for its masses of beautifully scented, double white flowers. Blooming from late spring through to midsummer, the graceful arching branches become laden with pure white blossom that releases an intoxicating orange-blossom fragrance, making it one of the most popular scented garden shrubs available.

A reliable and versatile garden plant, Philadelphus Virginal is equally at home in a mixed border, cottage garden, or planted as an informal fragrant hedge. It is a wonderful choice for wildlife-friendly planting, attracting bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering season. This variety holds the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM), recognising its outstanding garden performance.

Growing Conditions:

This robust shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to most well-drained soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sandy soils. A genuinely low-maintenance plant, Philadelphus Virginal requires minimal care once established. Water regularly during the first growing season, then only during prolonged dry spells. It is fully hardy in the UK climate, tolerating temperatures down to approximately -15°C (RHS Hardiness Rating H5).

Planting Guide:

Plant in a sheltered or exposed position within a garden border, cottage garden, or as a hedge for natural, fragrant screening. Space approximately 1.5–2m apart if planting as a hedge. This fast-growing shrub reaches 2–3m in height with a similar spread at maturity. For best results, plant in autumn or spring when the soil is moist and workable. Prune lightly after flowering by cutting back flowered stems to strong new shoots, which encourages vigorous growth and maintains a compact, tidy shape.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Philadelphus 'Virginal'


• Common Names: Mock Orange, Sweet Mock Orange, Virginal Mock Orange


• Classification: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 2–3m × 2–3m


• Growth Habit: Upright, Arching Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Informal Hedges, Specimen Planting, Wildlife Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Midsummer (June–July)


• Flower Colour: Double White


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Type: Most Well-Drained Soils including Chalk, Clay, Loam and Sand


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H5)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies and Beneficial Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Mid-Green, Oval, Pointed Leaves


• Award: RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

What is Included:

Supplied as 1 x garden-ready Philadelphus Virginal plant in a 2 litre root-ball, ready for immediate outdoor planting.

Hebe Emerald Gem – Compact Evergreen Flowering Shrub

Hebe Emerald Gem is a beautifully compact, dome-shaped evergreen shrub prized for its dense, bright green foliage. This hardy perennial forms a neat, naturally rounded mound of small, tightly packed leaves, making it an excellent choice for low borders, rockeries, containers and ground cover schemes. In summer, it may produce delicate small white flowers that attract pollinators to the garden.

Native to New Zealand, Hebe Emerald Gem is well suited to UK gardens and requires minimal pruning to maintain its tidy, globe-like shape. It thrives in a range of positions from full sun to partial shade and performs best in well-drained soil. Once established, it is a low-maintenance plant that provides year-round structural interest.

This plant is supplied in a 2 litre pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Hebe 'Emerald Gem'


• Common Names: Hebe Emerald Gem, Hebe Green Globe


• Classification: Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 30–40 cm × 40–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Dense, Dome-Shaped Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect for: Borders, Rockeries, Containers, Ground Cover, Patio Planting


• Flowering Time: Summer (small white flowers, occasional)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil


• Hardiness: Hardy (RHS H4 – tolerates temperatures down to approximately -10°C)


• Attracts: Bees and Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Perennial Shrub


• Foliage: Small, Bright Green, Densely Packed Leaves


• Pruning: Minimal – Light Trim After Flowering if Required to Maintain Shape

What's Included:

• 1 x Hebe Emerald Gem plant supplied in a 2 litre pot

Notes: This listing is for the Emerald Gem variety – a particularly compact and neat-growing Hebe, ideal where space is limited or a structured, low-growing evergreen is desired.

Salvia rosmarinus 'Blue Winter' is a wonderfully hardy, evergreen rosemary that thrives outdoors year round across the UK. Renowned for its aromatic, needle-like foliage and striking blue flowers, this versatile culinary herb is as beautiful as it is useful in the kitchen. Whether you are roasting lamb, infusing oils, or simply brushing past it on a garden path, the rich fragrance of Blue Winter rosemary is hard to beat.

This collection of three established 1 litre plants gives you instant impact, perfect for creating a fragrant rosemary hedge, filling a raised herb bed, or adding structure to a Mediterranean-style border. Blue Winter is noted for its excellent cold tolerance, standing up to harsh UK winters far better than many other rosemary varieties. Its upright, bushy habit makes it equally suited to containers, window boxes, balcony gardens, and patio pots.

In late spring and summer, the plants produce a generous display of vivid blue flowers that are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making this a valuable addition to any wildlife-friendly garden. Low maintenance, drought tolerant once established, and evergreen throughout the year, Blue Winter rosemary is an ideal choice for both beginner gardeners and seasoned growers alike.

What's Included:

• 3 or 6 x Rosemary 'Blue Winter' plants, each supplied in a 1 litre pot with an established root ball, ready for planting out or potting on.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Blue Winter' (syn. Rosmarinus officinalis 'Blue Winter')


• Common Names: Rosemary, Blue Winter Rosemary


• Classification: Hardy Evergreen Shrub / Perennial Herb


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 60–90 cm x 60–90 cm


• Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect For: Kitchen Gardens, Herb Gardens, Mediterranean Borders, Cottage Gardens, Sensory Gardens, Raised Beds, Containers, Hedging


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Summer


• Flower Colour: Blue


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Type: Well-Drained, Light or Sandy Soil


• Hardiness: Hardy (RHS H5, down to approximately -15°C)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies and Pollinators


• Foliage: Aromatic, Narrow, Needle-Like, Dark Green Evergreen Leaves


• Culinary Use: Edible herb, ideal for roasting, grilling, seasoning and infusing

Growing Tips:

• Plant in a sheltered, sunny spot with free-draining soil. Rosemary does not thrive in heavy, waterlogged ground.


• Water regularly after planting until established. Once settled, Blue Winter is drought tolerant and requires only occasional watering during prolonged dry spells.


• Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a compact, bushy shape and encourage fresh growth.


• Avoid heavy pruning into old, bare wood as rosemary may not regenerate from woody stems.


• Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser in spring if growing in containers.

Notes: This listing is for the Blue Winter variety of rosemary, selected for its improved winter hardiness, upright habit, and vivid blue flowers. Plants are supplied in 1 litre pots and may vary slightly in size and shape, as is natural with living plants.

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball' is a beautifully compact, naturally rounded evergreen shrub prized for its dense, ball-shaped habit. With its small, glossy, mid-green leaves set on dark, almost black stems, this versatile plant delivers year-round structure and interest to any garden. Its tidy form requires minimal pruning, making it an excellent low-maintenance alternative to traditional clipped topiary.

In late spring, small dark purple flowers may appear among the foliage, offering a subtle honey-like fragrance. This hardy shrub is well suited to borders, containers, patios, and low hedging schemes, thriving in a range of garden settings.

What's Included:

• 1 x Pittosporum Golf Ball Evergreen Shrub


• Supplied in a 3 Litre pot, well-rooted and ready to plant

Key Features:

• Naturally compact, rounded growth habit


• Glossy, mid-green evergreen foliage on dark stems


• Hardy and low maintenance – minimal pruning required


• Ideal as a topiary alternative or structural accent plant


• Suitable for borders, containers, and low hedging

Growing Conditions:

• Plant in well-drained soil in a sheltered position


• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system


• Protect from harsh, cold winds, particularly in exposed locations


• A light trim in spring can help maintain its naturally neat shape

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball'


• Common Names: Golf Ball Pittosporum, Kohuhu 'Golf Ball'


• Classification: Evergreen shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 50–100 cm × 50–100 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Dense, Naturally Rounded Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Containers, Patios, Low Hedging, Topiary Alternative


• Flowering Time: Late Spring (small, dark purple, honey-scented flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade, Sheltered


• Soil Type: Well-Drained, Most Soil Types


• Hardiness: Hardy (RHS H4)


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Small, Glossy, Mid-Green Leaves with Wavy Edges on Dark Stems

Notes: The Golf Ball variety is one of the most compact forms of Pittosporum tenuifolium, specifically selected for its naturally neat, rounded habit. It is an excellent choice where a low-growing, structural evergreen is needed without the ongoing maintenance of regular clipping.

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golden Ball' is a beautifully compact, naturally rounded evergreen shrub prized for its bright golden-green foliage held on distinctive dark, almost black stems. This eye-catching contrast makes it an outstanding choice for adding year-round colour and structure to borders, containers and smaller gardens. In late spring, small dark purple, honey-scented flowers may appear amongst the foliage, adding subtle charm and attracting pollinators.

'Golden Ball' is one of the more compact cultivars of Pittosporum tenuifolium, forming a dense, bushy dome shape with minimal pruning required. It is well suited to sheltered positions in full sun or partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil. This variety is also an excellent choice for low hedging, topiary or as a standalone specimen plant in a patio container.

What's Included:

• 1 x Pittosporum Tenuifolium 'Golden Ball' supplied in a 3 Litre pot

Key Features:

• Compact, naturally rounded growth habit


• Bright golden-green evergreen foliage on contrasting dark stems


• Small, dark purple honey-scented flowers in late spring


• Low maintenance – minimal pruning needed to maintain shape


• Ideal for borders, containers, low hedging and topiary


• Hardy evergreen suitable for most UK gardens

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golden Ball'


• Common Names: Pittosporum, Kohuhu, Golden Ball Pittosporum


• Classification: Evergreen shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: Up to 1 m × 1 m


• Growth Habit: Compact, Dense, Naturally Rounded Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect for: Borders, Containers, Low Hedging, Topiary, Courtyard Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring (small, dark purple, honey-scented flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade, Sheltered


• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil


• Attracts: Bees and Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub (RHS Hardiness H4)


• Foliage: Small, Bright Golden-Green Leaves on Dark Stems

Planting and Care Tips:

• Plant in a sheltered position to protect from cold, drying winds


• Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system


• Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds


• Light pruning in late spring can help maintain a neat, compact shape


• Suitable for growing in containers using a good quality, well-drained compost

Notes: This listing is for the Golden Ball variety of Pittosporum tenuifolium, known for its distinctive bright golden-green foliage and compact rounded form.

Photinia Fraseri Pink Crispy is a striking evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant pink and red-tipped new foliage that contrasts beautifully against rich, deep green mature leaves. This eye-catching variety offers all-year-round colour and interest, making it a standout addition to any garden setting.

A fast-growing and fully hardy hedge plant, Photinia Pink Crispy is both wind resistant and low maintenance. It performs brilliantly as a privacy hedge, boundary hedge, or natural screening shrub, while also making an impressive ornamental specimen in borders, containers, or as a compact patio plant. Its manageable growth habit makes it particularly well suited to smaller gardens where colourful evergreen screening is desired without sacrificing space.

Regular light pruning in late spring and summer encourages repeated flushes of vivid new growth, keeping the plant looking fresh and colourful throughout the growing season.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Photinia x fraseri 'Pink Crispy'


• Common Names: Photinia Pink Crispy, Christmas Berry


• Classification: Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 2–3 m x 1.5–2 m


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Upright, Compact Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect For: Privacy Hedges, Garden Hedges, Boundary Hedges, Screening, Borders, Containers, Patio Planting


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (small white flower clusters)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best leaf colour in brighter positions)


• Soil: Well-drained, Fertile Soil Preferred; Tolerates Most Soil Types Including Clay


• Growth Rate: Fast Growing — 30–60 cm of New Growth Per Year Under Good Conditions


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H5) — Suitable for All UK Gardens Including Exposed Sites


• Watering: Regular Watering During Establishment; Reasonably Drought Tolerant Once Settled


• Pruning: Light Trim in Late Spring and Again in Summer to Encourage Vibrant New Growth


• Foliage: Vivid Pink-Red New Leaves Maturing to Deep Glossy Green


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub

What is Included:

• 1 x Photinia Fraseri Pink Crispy plant supplied in a 3 litre root ball, ready for outdoor planting in hedge lines, borders, or containers.

Photinia Magical Volcano is a stunning compact evergreen shrub prized for its brilliant red new foliage that emerges like flames before maturing to a rich, glossy dark green. This eye-catching variety offers year-round interest and is ideally suited to smaller gardens, borders, containers, and low hedging where a more compact habit is desired. As a naturally dense and bushy plant, it requires minimal pruning to maintain an attractive shape.

New growth flushes appear throughout the growing season, ensuring repeated waves of vivid red colour from spring through to autumn. In late spring, clusters of small creamy-white flowers may appear, adding further seasonal charm. Photinia Magical Volcano is a hardy, low-maintenance shrub that thrives in most well-drained soils and tolerates a range of conditions, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.

What You Receive:

• 1 x Photinia Magical Volcano supplied in a 3 Litre root-ball, ready for planting

Key Features:

• Vibrant red new growth contrasting beautifully with glossy dark green mature foliage


• Compact, bushy habit – ideal where space is limited


• Evergreen – provides colour and structure all year round


• Fast growing and easy to maintain


• Suitable for hedging, borders, patio containers and specimen planting


• Hardy and adaptable to most soil types

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Photinia × fraseri 'Magical Volcano'


• Common Names: Photinia Magical Volcano, Compact Red Robin


• Classification: Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 80–100 cm × 60–80 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Dense and Bushy Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect For: Low Hedges, Borders, Containers, Patio Planting, Small Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring (small creamy-white flower clusters)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates most soil types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H5)


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Glossy bright red new growth, maturing to dark green


• Pruning: Light trim after flowering or in late summer to encourage fresh red growth

Planting Advice:

Plant in a sheltered or open position in full sun to partial shade. Dig a hole twice the width of the root-ball and at the same depth. Backfill with a mixture of garden soil and compost, firming gently around the base. Water thoroughly after planting and keep well-watered during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. A mulch around the base will help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Notes: This listing is for the Magical Volcano variety, a naturally compact cultivar within the Photinia family, offering the same striking red foliage as the classic Red Robin but in a more manageable size.

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki' is a stunning variegated evergreen shrub prized for its beautifully coloured, holly-like foliage. The name 'Goshiki' translates to 'five colours' in Japanese, referring to the striking mix of new growth that emerges in shades of pink, bronze and cream before maturing to deep green speckled with golden-cream variegation. This creates a year-round display of multi-toned foliage that brings lasting interest to any garden setting.

In autumn, small, sweetly fragrant white flowers appear among the leaves, adding a subtle but delightful scent to the garden. This compact, slow-growing shrub is well suited to borders, containers, low hedging and courtyard or Japanese-style gardens. It is fully hardy and thrives in a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade, where its variegation develops its best colour.

What You Receive

• 1 x Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki' supplied as a 19cm root-ball, garden ready for outdoor planting

Key Features

• Variegated evergreen foliage with shades of pink, cream, bronze and green


• Compact, bushy habit ideal for borders, containers and low hedging


• Small, fragrant white flowers in autumn


• Fully hardy and suitable for year-round outdoor growing in the UK


• Slow-growing and low maintenance once established


• Holly-like leaves add architectural interest

Planting and Care

Plant in well-drained, fertile soil in a sheltered spot in full sun to partial shade. Full sun encourages the strongest variegation. Water regularly during the first growing season to help the plant establish. Once settled, Osmanthus Goshiki requires minimal watering except during prolonged dry spells. A light trim in late spring helps maintain a neat, compact shape. Mulch around the base annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Cultural Information

• Botanical Name: Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki'


• Common Names: Goshiki Osmanthus, Variegated False Holly, Five-Colour Osmanthus


• Classification: Evergreen shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 1–1.5 m × 1–1.5 m


• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Slow-Growing Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect for: Borders, Containers, Low Hedging, Courtyard Gardens, Japanese Gardens


• Flowering Time: Autumn (small, sweetly fragrant white flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade, Sheltered


• Soil: Well-Drained, Fertile Soil


• Attracts: Bees and Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Variegated Holly-Like Leaves – New Growth in Pink, Bronze and Cream Maturing to Green with Golden-Cream Markings


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H5)

Notes: This listing is for the Goshiki variety, known for its distinctive multi-coloured variegated foliage.

Osmanthus delavayi is a beautiful, slow-growing evergreen shrub prized for its abundantly fragrant white flowers that appear in mid to late spring. Clusters of small, sweetly scented, tubular blooms are carried along gracefully arching branches clothed in neat, dark green, glossy foliage. A recipient of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM), this reliable garden shrub brings year-round structure and seasonal fragrance to borders, informal hedges, and sheltered spots near seating areas where its scent can be enjoyed up close.

This plant is supplied outdoor garden ready with a 19cm root ball, well-established and ready to plant out into its final position or into a suitably sized container.

Key Features:

• Highly fragrant clusters of small white flowers in spring


• Attractive, dense evergreen foliage year-round


• RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) holder


• Ideal for borders, hedging, containers, and near seating areas


• Hardy and low-maintenance once established


• Supplied as 1 established plant with a 19cm root ball

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Osmanthus delavayi


• Common Names: Delavay Osmanthus, Delavay Tea Olive


• Classification: Evergreen shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 2–4 m × 2–4 m (can be maintained smaller with regular pruning)


• Growth Habit: Rounded, Bushy Evergreen Shrub with Graceful Arching Branches


• Perfect for: Borders, Informal Hedging, Containers, Woodland Gardens, Near Seating Areas


• Flowering Time: Mid to Late Spring (April–May)


• Flower Colour: White


• Fragrance: Sweetly Scented


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade, Sheltered


• Soil: Well-Drained, Fertile Soil (tolerates chalk, clay, loam and sand)


• Hardiness: Hardy (RHS H5, down to –10°C to –15°C)


• Attracts: Bees & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Small, Dark Green, Glossy, Finely Toothed Oval Leaves


• Pruning: Lightly after flowering if required to maintain shape


• RHS Award: Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Planting Tips:

Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded, sheltered position. Water regularly during the first growing season to help the root system become well established. Once settled, Osmanthus delavayi is a low-maintenance shrub that requires little attention beyond an optional light trim after flowering to maintain a tidy shape.

What's Included:

• 1 x Osmanthus delavayi plant with 19cm root ball

A stunning evergreen holly prized for its beautifully variegated foliage. Ilex aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata' features glossy, dark green leaves edged with creamy-white margins, creating year-round interest in the garden. This is a female cultivar and, when a compatible male pollinator is nearby, will produce an abundance of bright red berries from autumn through winter, providing a valuable food source for birds during the colder months.

This hardy evergreen shrub is incredibly versatile – equally suited to use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, as a formal or informal hedge, or grown in a large container. Its dense, bushy habit also makes it an excellent choice for screening and shelter. The variegated leaves look particularly striking in winter when paired with the vivid red berries.

What's Included:

• 1 x Ilex aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Key Features:

• Eye-catching silver-variegated evergreen foliage


• Bright red berries in autumn and winter (female clone; male pollinator required for berry production)


• Hardy and low-maintenance once established


• Suitable for sun or partial shade


• Can be pruned and shaped to suit your garden


• Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Planting and Care:

Plant in well-drained, moderately fertile soil. While tolerant of most soil types, avoid waterlogged conditions. Water regularly during the first growing season to help the roots establish. Pruning can be carried out in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and size. Variegation tends to be most vibrant when planted in a position that receives good light.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Ilex aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata'


• Common Names: Silver-Margined Holly, Broad-Leaved Silver Holly, Variegated Holly


• Classification: Evergreen shrub / small tree


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: Up to 8–10 m × 4–5 m (can be maintained smaller with regular pruning)


• Growth Habit: Dense, Pyramidal to Broadly Conical Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect for: Hedging, Specimen Planting, Borders, Containers, Winter Interest, Screening


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (small white flowers)


• Berrying Season: Autumn to Winter (bright red berries; requires male pollinator)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile; tolerates most soil types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy


• Attracts: Birds, Bees & Garden Wildlife


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Glossy Dark Green Leaves with Creamy-White Margins


• RHS Award: Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Notes: This listing is for the Argentea Marginata variety, distinguished by its attractive silver-white leaf margins. As a female holly, a nearby male Ilex is recommended to ensure berry production.

Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' is a striking deciduous dogwood shrub prized for its vivid, flame-coloured winter stems. As the leaves drop in autumn, the bare stems reveal a spectacular display of bright orange and warm yellow tones that bring colour and structure to the garden throughout the coldest months. During the growing season, fresh green foliage provides an attractive backdrop before turning rich shades of orange and red in autumn. Small clusters of creamy-white flowers appear in early summer, followed by dark berries that are a welcome food source for birds and wildlife.

This versatile shrub is ideal for mixed borders, winter gardens, mass planting schemes and waterside areas. For the most vibrant stem colour, hard prune annually in late March to encourage a flush of vigorous, brightly coloured new growth. Thriving in most soil types, including damp or heavy clay soils, it is a low-maintenance and fully hardy addition to any garden.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting out in the garden.

Plant Features:

• Brilliant orange and yellow winter stems for outstanding seasonal interest


• Attractive green summer foliage turning orange-red in autumn


• Clusters of small creamy-white flowers in early summer


• Dark berries in autumn, enjoyed by birds


• Fully hardy and easy to grow in most garden conditions


• Responds well to annual hard pruning for the best stem colour


• Supplied in a 3 litre pot, ready to plant

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange'


• Common Names: Dogwood, Winter Orange Dogwood


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 2.5–3 m × 2.5–3 m (can be kept more compact with annual pruning)


• Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect for: Mixed Borders, Winter Gardens, Mass Planting, Waterside Planting, Damp Areas


• Flowering Time: Early Summer (small creamy-white flower clusters)


• Berrying Season: Autumn (small dark berries, attractive to birds)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best stem colour in full sun)


• Soil Type: Most soils including clay and damp conditions; tolerates wet sites


• Pruning: Hard prune annually in late March for the brightest winter stems


• Attracts: Bees, Birds & Garden Wildlife


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Fresh Green in Summer, turning Orange-Red in Autumn


• Winter Stems: Vivid Orange and Yellow

Notes: This variety features the distinctive Anny's Winter Orange colouring, delivering some of the most vivid and warm-toned winter stems of any dogwood cultivar.

Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' is one of the most striking winter-interest shrubs available for UK gardens. Renowned for its spectacular stem colour, this deciduous dogwood displays a breathtaking gradient of golden yellow at the base, transitioning through warm orange tones to vivid flame red at the tips. This fiery display is at its most intense during the winter months when the leaves have fallen, bringing warmth and colour to an otherwise dormant garden.

During the growing season, 'Midwinter Fire' produces fresh green oval leaves that provide an attractive backdrop in borders and mixed plantings. In late spring to early summer, clusters of small creamy-white flowers appear, followed by small dark berries in autumn that are enjoyed by birds. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms to rich shades of orange and red before falling to reveal those celebrated colourful stems.

This versatile, fully hardy shrub thrives in a range of garden settings, from mixed borders and woodland edges to waterside plantings and winter-themed gardens. For the most vibrant stem colour, plant in a position that receives good sunlight and hard prune one-third of the oldest stems back to ground level each spring. This encourages vigorous new growth, which produces the brightest winter colour.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting in your garden.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire'


• Common Names: Midwinter Fire Dogwood, Red Stem Dogwood, Winter Fire Dogwood


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 2.5m × 2.5m (can be maintained smaller with regular pruning)


• Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy Deciduous Shrub with Multi-Stemmed Form


• Perfect for: Borders, Winter Gardens, Woodland Edges, Waterside Plantings, Mass Planting


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (small creamy-white flower clusters)


• Fruiting Season: Autumn (small dark berries, attractive to birds)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best stem colour in full sun)


• Soil Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Most Soil Types Including Clay


• Attracts: Bees, Birds & Garden Wildlife


• Type: Fully Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Hardiness: Hardy to approximately -20°C (RHS H6)


• Foliage: Fresh Green Oval Leaves, Turning Orange-Red in Autumn


• Winter Interest: Outstanding Stem Colour – Yellow, Orange & Flame Red


• Pruning: Hard prune one-third of oldest stems to ground level in early spring for best stem colour


• RHS Award: Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

What's Included: 1 x Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' plant supplied in a 3 litre pot.

Notes: This listing is for the Midwinter Fire variety, prized for its exceptional multi-toned winter stem display ranging from golden yellow through orange to fiery red.

Add vibrant winter colour to your garden with this striking Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea'. Renowned for its bright yellow-green stems, this hardy deciduous shrub truly comes alive during the colder months when its bare, vivid bark creates a stunning focal point against frost and snow. During spring and summer, it produces clusters of small creamy-white flowers followed by white berries, while its lush mid-green foliage offers reliable coverage throughout the growing season.

This Yellow Twig Dogwood is a vigorous and easy-to-grow shrub that thrives in a range of conditions, including damp and waterlogged soils, making it an excellent choice for pond margins, bog gardens, and low-lying borders. For the most intense stem colour, hard prune in early spring to encourage fresh, brightly coloured new growth each winter.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot, ready for planting out in your garden.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea' (syn. Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea')


• Common Names: Yellow Twig Dogwood, Yellow-stemmed Dogwood


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 2–3 m × 2–3 m


• Growth Habit: Vigorous, Upright, Suckering Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect for: Winter Gardens, Borders, Waterside Planting, Bog Gardens, Wildlife Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (small creamy-white flower clusters)


• Berrying Season: Late Summer to Autumn (small white berries)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained to Wet; Tolerates Waterlogged Conditions


• Attracts: Bees, Birds and Garden Wildlife


• Type: Fully Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Mid-Green, Oval Leaves with Subtle Autumn Tints


• Winter Interest: Bright Yellow-Green Stems


• Pruning: Hard prune annually in early spring (March) for the best winter stem colour

What You Receive:

• 1 x Cornus Flaviramea plant supplied in a 3 litre pot

Cornus alba 'Elegantissima' is a stunning variegated dogwood prized for its year-round interest. Throughout spring and summer, this elegant shrub produces beautiful grey-green leaves adorned with irregular creamy-white margins, bringing a bright, airy feel to borders and garden beds. As autumn arrives, the foliage takes on subtle warm tones before falling to reveal the plant's other standout feature — vivid, deep red stems that provide striking colour throughout the winter months.

In late spring to early summer, clusters of small creamy-white flowers appear, followed by white to bluish-white berries in autumn that are enjoyed by birds and garden wildlife. This hardy, reliable shrub is easy to grow and responds well to hard pruning in early spring, which encourages a flush of fresh, vibrant new stems for the following winter.

Supplied as a garden-ready plant in a 3 litre pot, this Cornus alba 'Elegantissima' is well-established and ready to plant straight into your garden or a suitably sized container.

Key Features:

• Attractive grey-green and creamy-white variegated foliage


• Bright red winter stems for seasonal interest


• Small creamy-white flowers in late spring to early summer


• White to bluish-white berries in autumn, attracting birds


• Fully hardy and low maintenance


• Responds well to annual hard pruning for best stem colour


• Supplied in a 3 litre pot, garden ready

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Cornus alba 'Elegantissima'


• Common Names: Variegated Dogwood, Elegantissima Dogwood


• Classification: Deciduous shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: Up to 3 m × 3 m


• Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy, Multi-Stemmed Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect for: Borders, Mixed Shrub Beds, Woodland Gardens, Damp Areas, Winter Gardens, Containers


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (small creamy-white flower clusters)


• Berry Season: Autumn (white to bluish-white berries)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Moist, Well-Drained; Tolerates Wet and Heavy Soils


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees, Birds & Garden Wildlife


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Grey-Green Leaves with Irregular Creamy-White Margins


• Winter Interest: Vivid Deep Red Stems


• Pruning: Hard prune in early spring (March) for best winter stem colour


• RHS Award: Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Notes: This listing is for the Elegantissima variety, known for its distinctive variegated foliage and bright red winter stems. One plant supplied in a 3 litre pot.