Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii ‘Mother of Pearl’
Are you looking for a hardy, resilient shrub that will thrive in almost all weather conditions – however harsh? Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii ‘Mother of Pearl’ could well be the answer. This beautiful shrub will bring colour to your garden weeks after other plants have faded. Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii ‘Mother of Pearl’ is probably at its
Spiraea japonica ‘Little Princess’
Spiraea japonica ‘Little Princess’ is a stunning mound-forming shrub with deciduous foliage that starts off bronze and matures to mid-green. Tiny pink flowers form on upright stems in summer, and prove very popular with bees. An RHS Perfect for Pollinators variety, ‘Little Princess’ is a Japanese Spirea that will provide hours of pleasure in a
Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii ‘White Hedge’
Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii ‘White Hedge’ is a most attractive deciduous shrub, which is resistant to drought and whose stems are more ‘twiggy’ than many. In the summer, it produces greenish-white flowers that evolve in the autumn months into white berries. The lovely rich green leaves of Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii ‘White Hedge’ provide the perfect background
Spiraea japonica ‘Neon Flash’
Spiraea japonica ‘Neon Flash’ is a lovely mound-forming deciduous shrub with foliage that starts off rich-green, before turning to dark burgundy in the autumn. Provide this Japanese Spirea with plenty of sun and you’ll enjoy bright neon-red flowers from May until October. As popular with insects as humans, ‘Neon Flash’ is on the RHS Perfect
Symphoricarpos ‘Magical Candy’
Symphoricarpos ‘Magical Candy’ is a most attractive plant which produces a host of pretty pink flowers in summer which evolve into lush pink berries in autumn (Warning! They can be harmful if eaten). If you’re looking for a versatile shrub, Symphoricarpos ‘Magical Candy’ could well be the answer. It flourishes in most soils but prefers
Spiraea fritschiana ‘Pink Parasols’
Spiraea fritschiana ‘Pink Parasols’ is native to forests, cliffs and rocky areas in China and Korea. This deciduous Spirea has an upright, mounding habit, bearing pink flowers in May and June, against stunning dark-green foliage. ‘Pink Parasols’ needs a position in full sun and with free-draining soil. Prune in late winter to early spring if
Symphoricarpos ‘Magical Galaxy’
Symphoricarpos ‘Magical Galaxy ‘ is a most attractive plant which produces a host of pretty white flowers in summer which evolve into lush white berries in autumn (Warning! They can be harmful if eaten). If you’re looking for a versatile shrub, Symphoricarpos ‘Magical Galaxy ‘ could well be the answer. It flourishes in most soils
Spiraea ‘Sundrop’
Spiraea ‘Sundrop’ is a compact, rounded shrub that provides year-round interest. This deciduous Spirea has erect stems that bear ovate, tooth-shaped golden-yellow leaves in spring, which turn yellow-green in summer and develop a red flush in autumn. Flattened clusters of pink flowers provide an extra splash of colour in the summer. Given a sunny position,
Spiraea ‘Superstar’
Spiraea ‘Superstar’ will amaze you with its colourful display. Given the right growing conditions, it produces intense-green foliage, with eye-catching, scarlet-red new growth. Pink flowers add to the display from June throughout the summer, and ‘Superstar’ puts on a final display with gorgeous bronze foliage in autumn. Height: 91cm (36). Spread: 122cm (48).
Spiraea thunbergii ‘Fujino Pink’
Spiraea thunbergii ‘Fujino Pink’ is bathed in stunning, light-pink flowers from March. This deciduous and delicate-looking shrub is not as compact as other varieties, giving it an openness and a more airy feel. Regular pruning is recommended to keep it looking its best, and ‘Fujino Pink’ will reward you with weeks of superb colour. Height:
Spiraea x vanhouttei ‘Gold Fountain’
Spiraea x vanhouttei ‘Gold Fountain’ is a perfect choice for planting on banks or slopes where nothing much else will grow. This handsome, hardy and deciduous shrub has a more spreading habit than other varieties, which makes it a useful addition to any formal/ informal border. White flowers in summer are the perfect accompaniment to
Stephanandra tanakae
Stephanandra tanakae is an excellent choice for groundcover in difficult places, as it propagates by suckers. This deciduous shrub is also great for areas that need livening up with a splash of colour, with orange-brown stems and attractively lobed leaves that change from green to golden yellow and can take on a purple hue in
Spiraea japonica ‘Double Play Artist’
Spiraea japonica ‘Double Play Artist’ combines both colourful flowers and colourful leaves – deep pink flowers combine with rich purple-red foliage throughout the summer. Given an RHS Perfect for Pollinators award, this plant is a big hit with garden wildlife, whilst giving you the pleasure of months of striking colour. Spiraea japonica ‘Double Play Artist’
Salix exigua
Salix exigua produces elegant lance-shaped, silvery green leaves on slender stems, which wave majestically in the wind. In spring, fuzzy pale yellow catkins decorate the branches as the leaves emerge. Forming a thicket of upright stems, this deciduous shrub requires little pruning and withstands exposed positions, making it ideal for coastal gardens, steep banks and
Salix helvetica
Also known as the Swiss Willow, this dwarf alpine shrub produces small silvery, oval-shaped leaves and grey-white catkins in spring as the leaves emerge. Extremely hardy and tolerant of exposure due to its alpine origins, Salix helvetica is a reliable shrub for coastal gardens, steep banks, slopes and rock gardens. It would also be a
Salix purpurea ‘Nana’
Like a feathery cushion, Salix purpurea ‘Nana’ is a deciduous shrub with a naturally dwarf, rounded habit and slender grey-green leaves. As the leaves fall in autumn, the dark purple-red stems are revealed which look fantastic among frosted seed heads in winter. In early spring small silvery catkins adorn the bare branches. Truly a shrub
Sambucus nigra ‘Linearis’
Unlike any Elder you’ve seen before, Sambucus nigra ‘Linearis’ has the most delicate slender leaves and lacy texture, looking like a Japanese Maple or bamboo from a distance. The biggest giveaway is the characteristic umbels of frothy white elder flowers borne in May and June! These are followed by clusters of black elderberries from late
Sarcococca ruscifolia
Unusually, this Dwarf Sweet Box is at its sweetest in the bleak midwinter. While the leaves are falling from its deciduous neighbours, this shrub’s evergreen foliage sprouts small, snowflake-like flowers that eliminate any need for dreaming of a white Christmas. What’s more, these blooms with their sweet, vanilla scent, are succeeded by festive, red berries.
Spiraea x billardii
Great for the wildlife garden because it provides excellent biodiversity, Spiraea x billardii is a deciduous shrub with many different attributes. This beautiful plant is unmistakable in July and August when it displays panicles of fluffy pink flowers which attract beneficial insects. Spiraea x billardii is really easy to grow too. It likes sunshine and
Spiraea cinerea ‘Graciosa’
You need to see Spiraea cinerea ‘Graciosa’ in July and August to fully appreciate its graciousness! This magnificent deciduous shrub is covered in panicles of fluffy white flower panicles which are loved by pollinating insects. They are displayed against a background of mid-green foliage and the plant has a delightful habit of draping arching, graceful
