Index : Ornamental Trees & Shrubs :
Ornamental Trees

AMELANCHIER GRANDIFLORA ROBIN HILL. Go to Top of Page

An outstanding beautiful variety with a dense upright habit. Abundant flowers, pink in bud, opening pale pink then turning white, appear in clusters in the spring before the leaves are fully formed. Incredibily rich autumn colouring. In autumn the small pear-shaped purple-maroon fruits are attractive to birds.
TREE 20ft x 10ft (6m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 1-2ft
30-60cm
£5.99£5.69



BIRCH, HIMALAYAN (Betula utilis jacquemontii Doorenbos). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

A remarkable tree in winter when the peeling, paper-thin, dazzling white bark is outstandingly beautiful. Upright habit with mid-green leaves which turn golden-yellow in autumn. Yellow-brown catkins in spring. Magnificent if three are planted closely together, to give the appearance of a multi-stemmed tree.
TREE 25ft x 10ft (7.6m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 40ft (12m).

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1+5+
 Pg/Ball 3.5-4.5ft
100-125cm
£9.99£9.45



BIRCH, YOUNG'S WEEPING SILVER BIRCH (Betula pendula Youngii). Go to Top of Page

Delicate dome-shaped deciduous tree with branches weeping to the ground. Small catkins in spring and the leaves turn yellow in autumn before dropping. Any soil and will tolerate shade.
TREE 12ft x 8ft (3.7m x 2.4m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Pg/Ball 3.5-4.5ft
100-125cm
£9.99£9.45



CEDAR, BLUE ATLAS (Cedrus atlantica Glauca). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Magnificent, large, specimen evergreen conifer with elegant wide spreading branches. Grows rapidly when young. Needle-like leaves are shimmering, vivid silvery-white when young, turning to silvery-blue when mature. Produces many barrel-shaped cones in summer.
TREE 40ft x 15ft (12m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 100ft (30m).

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1+5+
 Pg 12-18ins
30-40cm
£8.49£7.89
 Br 2-3ft
60-80cm
£14.95£13.90



CHERRY, AUTUMN FLOWERING (Prunus subhirtella Autumnalis Rosea). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

The semi-double pale pink flowers appear on the bare branches in mild spells from November to March giving a breath of spring during the weary winter days. Ideal for cut flowers. In autumn the leaves often turn rich red and bronze.
TREE 20ft x 20ft (6m x 6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£10.95£10.25



CHERRY, CHEAL'S WEEPING (Prunus Kiku-shidare-zakura). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

A small very attractive tree with arching branches and pendulous branchlets. Young leaves open bronze-green then turn green in summer. 1.5 inch (4cm) wide double, clear deep pink flowers clothe the branches in a magnificent display in March or April.
TREE 15ft x 15ft (4.6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 20ft (6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£10.95£10.25



CHERRY, DOUBLE WHITE (Prunus avium Plena). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

Outstanding flowering deciduous tree which has branches smothered with large, double, long lasting pure white pendulous flowers April or May. Bark is reddish-brown and foliage turns shades of red in autumn.
TREE 30ft x 20ft (9m x 6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 45ft (14m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



CHERRY, FLAG POLE (Prunus Amanogawa). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

A narrow upright deciduous tree ideal for restricted spaces. Young leaves are bronze-green, turning green in summer. The large semi-double, soft pink flowers, which are slightly fragrant, are borne in dense clusters in April or May. When in flower this tree is a spectacular pillar of blossom.
TREE 20ft x 6ft (6m x 1.8m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£9.99£9.45



CHERRY, GREAT WHITE (Prunus Taihaku). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

In April, it is smothered with masses of clusters of huge dazzling white, single bowl-shaped flowers 2-2.5ins (5-6cm) across which contrast beautifully with the young coppery foliage. These turn to dark green in summer. Considered to be the best white cherry. Robust and vigorous habit. Deciduous.
TREE 25ft x 15ft (7.6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



CHERRY, KANZAN (Prunus Kanzan). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

A very popular, vigorous, upright deciduous tree with stiff ascending branches which are covered with young coppery-red leaves in spring, turning green in summer. Masses of clusters of fully double purple-pink flowers 1.5-2ins (4-5cm) across appear before the leaves during the latter half of April.
TREE 25ft x 18ft (7.6m-5.5m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 5-6ft
150-175cm
£10.95£10.25



CHERRY, MOUNT FUJI (Prunus Shirotae). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Exceptionally beautiful small but vigorous deciduous tree with horizontal spreading branches often drooping to the ground. Very large, fragrant single or semi-double snow-white flowers borne in long swaying clusters in spring. The green, fringed leaves turn orange-red in autumn.
TREE 18ft x 30ft (5.5m-9m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



CHERRY, PURPLE-LEAF BIRD CHERRY (Prunus padus Colorata). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

An unusual and most attractive deciduous tree with dark purple shoots on which coppery-purple young foliage appears in spring which tones beautifully with the spikes of fragrant pale pink flowers. Leaves fade to green in summer with purple veins on undersurface. Black fruits, which birds love, appear in autumn.
TREE 18ft x 12ft (5.5m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



CHERRY, SARGENT'S (Prunus sargentii). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Undoubtedly the finest of all cherries for autumn colour. Every year, whatever the weather, from mid to late September the leaves turn to rich orange and crimson. In spring the branches are covered with single bright pink flowers and these are complemented by young foliage which unfurls bronze-red, later turning green.
TREE 25ft x 20ft (7.6m x 6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£12.95£12.10



CHERRY, SHIROFUGEN (Prunus Shirofugen). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

In May, this tree is a breathtaking sight when its long lasting flowers appear, pink in bud, opening to double white fading to purple-pink. Young foliage coppery-red, turning to green in summer with orange-red hues in autumn. Deciduous, strong growing, with a spreading habit.
TREE 25ft x 25ft (7.6m x 7.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



CHERRY, SPIRE (Prunus Spire). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

One of the best small deciduous trees raised last century. From early to mid-spring the tree becomes a cloud of soft pink when covered with a profusion of flowers. Young leaves open bronze, and in autumn turn brilliant orange-red. Excellent for small gardens, columnar in habit when young, developing to conical when mature.
TREE 20ft x 8ft (6m x 2.4m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



CHERRY, TIBETAN (Prunus serrula). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

Round-headed deciduous tree with truly magnificent bark and stems which are shining copper-brown with peeling circles. The pendulous mid-green leaves contrast well against the coppery stems. With such outstanding stem and bark colourisation, this tree is spectacular all year. In spring, the tree bears bowl-shaped white flowers 2cm across.
TREE 20ft x 20ft (6m X 6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 2.5-3.5ft
80-100cm
£8.99£8.45



COTONEASTER HYBRIDUS PENDULUS. Go to Top of Page

Superb, small, evergreen tree, which may become semi-evergreen in very cold winters. Pendulous branches carry long elliptic to lance-shaped, dark green leaves. These are swamped by bunches of small white flowers in summer, followed by bright red berries in autumn. Excellent tree for small gardens or large pots.
TREE 10ft x 8ft (3m X 2.4m) in 20 years, ultimate height 10ft (3m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£13.95£12.95



COTONEASTER ROTHSCHILDIANUS. Award of Garden MeritNewGo to Top of Page

Vigorous evergreen tree with arching habit and narrow, lance-shaped, deeply veined, pale green leaves, up to 10cm (4ins) long. Many bunches of white flowers in spring followed by large clusters of golden-yellow berries in late summer, which last well into the autumn and make the tree very spectacular. Excellent tree for small gardens or for large pots. 15ft x 15ft (4.6m x 4.6m) in15 years, ultimate height 15ft (4.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£13.95£12.95



CRAB APPLE, GOLDEN HORNET (Malus zumi calocarpa Golden Hornet). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

A strong growing deciduous variety with an erect open habit. Single white flowers 3/4 inch (2cm) across appear in May, followed by abundant crops of bright yellow crab apples. These usually persist well after the leaves have fallen, making a splendid show. Fruit is excellent for jelly or wine making. Self-fertile and a good pollinator for fruiting apples.
TREE 18ft x 15ft (5.5m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25-30ft (7.6-9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£8.99£8.45



CRAB APPLE, JAPANESE (Malus floribunda). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

An easily grown small deciduous tree, remarkably beautiful when in flower, the profusion of crimson flower buds opening to white or pale blush 1 inch (2.5cm) wide flowers in April or May. These are followed in autumn by small red and yellow crab apples. It is self-fertile. Attractive arching branches.
TREE 12ft x 10ft (3.7m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height up to 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



CRAB APPLE, JOHN DOWNIE (Malus John Downie). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

An erect deciduous tree which becomes wide spreading with age. 1-1.5 inch (2.5-4cm) pink budded single white flowers appear in profusion in May and these are followed by large conical yellow crab apples which are flushed red. As these are so prolific the tree is a picture of colour in autumn. The fruit is considered to be the best for jelly and wine making. It is self-fertile and is an excellent pollinator for fruiting apples.
TREE 20ft x 15ft (6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25-30ft (7.6-9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£8.99£8.45



CRAB APPLE, ROYALTY (Malus Royalty). Picture Go to Top of Page

A beautiful small deciduous tree with glistening rich purple foliage which retains its superb colour until leaf drop in autumn. Large deep pink flowers in spring followed by exceptionally bright red-purple fruits in autumn. It is self-fertile.
TREE 18ft x 15ft (5.5m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25-30ft (7.6m-9m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



CRAB APPLE, RUDOLPH (Malus Rudolph). Go to Top of Page

Small, upright deciduous tree with outstanding leaf colouration, bronze red when young turning to dark bronze green. Very deep rose-red flower buds opening to rose-red flowers nearly 2 inches (5cm) across. Orange-yellow apples persit well into autumn.
TREE 20ft x 12ft (6m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 20-25ft (6-7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



EUCALYPTUS GUNNII (Cider Gum Tree). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Fast growing evergreen with silver-blue very striking rounded juvenile leaves, changing to lance-shaped, 2-3 inch (5-7.5 cm) long when mature. Attractive whitish-green bark which sheds annually revealing yellow to grey-green new bark. Aromatic in hot sun. Can be grown as a coppiced shrub for its outstanding juvenile foliage, or as a tree.
TREE 45ft x 15ft (14m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 80ft (24m).

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1+5+
 Pg 12-18ins
30-40cm
£3.49£3.25



EUCALYPTUS PAUCIFLORA NIPHOPHILA (Alpine Snow Gum). Award of Garden MeritNewGo to Top of Page

Very hardy, fast growing, evergreen tree with glaucous shoots, twigs covered with waxy white bloom and grey-green flaking bark. Grey-green lance-shaped leaves and small creamy-white flowers late spring and summer. Aromatic in hot sun. Can be grown as a coppiced shrub for its outstanding juvenile foliage, or as a tree.
TREE 18ft x 10ft (5.5m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 18ft (5.5m).

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1+5+
 Pg £3.49£3.25



FRUITING ORNAMENTAL TREES. Go to Top of Page

The following varieties of fruiting apple trees are particularly recommended as ornamental trees as their blossom is exceptional. Arthur Turner (R.H.S. Award of Garden Merit as a flowering tree), Ashmead's Kernel, Court Pendu Plat (Wise Apple) and Worcester Pearmain. Many other fruit trees such as cherries and peaches are extremely attractive and could be considered as ornamental.



GOLDEN ELM (Ulmus hollandica Dampieri Aurea) (U. hollandica Wredei). Picture Go to Top of Page

The dense foliage is suffused with yellow and appears to ascend the tree in whorls, creating a spectacular tight upright column of gold. Excellent specimen tree for a restricted space. Sunny position.
TREE 9ft x 3ft (2.7m x 0.9m) in 20 years, ultimate height 12ft (3.7m).

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1+5+
 Br 3.5-4.5ft
100-125cm
£8.99£8.45



HORNBEAM, FASTIGIATE (Carpinus betulus Fastigiata). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

A densely conical form of common Hornbeam which is excellent planted as a specimen tree or where space is limited. Very narrow when young but broadening slightly with age. If planted 3ft (90cm) apart it will make a good tall screen with a minimal maintenance of pruning.
TREE 20ft x 9ft (6m x 2.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 60ft (18m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£9.99£9.45



HORSE CHESTNUT, RED (Aesculus carnea Briotii). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

Magnificent ornamental deciduous tree, with distinctive palmate leaves. This variety is suitable for large gardens, parks and avenue planting. Enormous, rich pink candle-like flowers are very spectacular in spring. More compact head than common Horse Chestnut.
TREE 20ft x 10ft (6m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 50ft (15m).

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1+5+
 Br 3-4ft
100-125cm
£17.95£16.65



LABURNUM WATERERI VOSSII (Golden Chain or Golden Rain Tree). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

Small flowering tree of great beauty when in flower. Masses of long, pendulous, lightly scented clusters of yellow flowers up to 12ins (30cm) long smother the tree in late spring. Can be planted as a free standing tree, trained to cover an archway or used as a wall climber even for north or east walls.
TREE 23ft x 16ft (7m x 5m) in 20 years and maturity.

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1+5+
 Br 5-6ft
150-175cm
£10.95£10.25



LIME, RED-TWIGGED (Tilia platyphyllos Rubra). Go to Top of Page

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LIQUIDAMBAR (Liquidambar styraciflua) (Sweet Gum). Go to Top of Page

Excellent deciduous fast growing foliage tree with large maple-like leaves mid-green in spring and summer, turning to glorious orange, red and purple in autumn. Young shoots often have interesting corky wings. Prefers neutral to acid soil, but is lime tolerant given a good depth of soil. Makes an excellent specimen tree.
TREE 20ft x 10ft (6m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 80ft x 40ft (24m x 12m).

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1+5+
 Pg 2-3ft
60-90cm
£3.99£3.75



MAPLE CRIMSON KING (Acer platanoides Crimson King). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

A large handsome, vigorous, spreading deciduous tree with conspicuous clusters of yellow flowers on bare stems in April. These are followed by outstanding deeply lobed leaves which open bright red turning to rich dark crimson. Excellent autumn colouring.
TREE 25ft x 15ft (7.6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 40ft (12m) or more.

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1+5+
 Br 5-6ft
150-175cm
£11.95£11.20



MAPLE, SILVER VARIEGATED (Acer platanoides Drummondii). Picture Go to Top of Page

A large handsome tree with conspicuous clusters of yellow flowers on bare stems in April followed by eye-catching pale green, deeply lobed leaves with a wide cream margin. This tree and Maple Crimson King are very effective if trained as a bush with the branches allowed to develop from ground level.
TREE 25ft x 15ft (7.6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 40ft (12m) or more.

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1+5+
 Br 5-6ft
150-175cm
£11.95£11.20



MOUNTAIN ASH, CHINESE (Sorbus vilmorinii). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Elegant small deciduous tree with arching branches and graceful habit. Fern-like leaves turn orange and bronze-red in autumn. White flowers late spring followed by pendulous clusters of fruits ripening to rose-red in September, changing to pink then white flushed pink. Charming and suitable for smaller gardens. Prefers an acid to neutral soil.
TREE 8-12ft x 5-8ft (2.4-3.7m x 1.5-2.4m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).

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1+5+
 Br 5-6ft
150-175cm
£11.95£11.20



MOUNTAIN ASH, EDULIS (Sorbus aucuparia edulis). Go to Top of Page

A less common form of Mountain Ash which is extremely hardy and strong growing. Fern-like leaves are larger than the common form and in the autumn have superb autumn colours. In spring the tree bears large clusters of white flowers and these are followed in autumn by heavy bunches of sweet edible deep orange-red fruits delicious in autumn puddings or rowan jelly. Prefers an acid to neutral soil.
TREE 20ft x 10ft (6m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 40ft (12m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£9.99£9.45



MOUNTAIN ASH, JOSEPH ROCK (Sorbus Joseph Rock). Go to Top of Page

One of the finest yellow fruiting autumn trees. Erect compact tree bearing bunches of cream-white flowers in spring. Compound leaves with many leaflets turn beautiful shades of red, orange and yellow in autumn and form a perfect back-cloth to the clusters of globular fruits. These turn creamy-white to deep amber-yellow and remain on the tree well into winter. Deciduous. Prefers an acid to neutral soil.
TREE 20ft x 8ft (6m x 2.4m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£10.95£10.25



MOUNTAIN ASH, KASHMIR (Sorbus cashmiriana). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

A beautiful small tree of open habit with rich green leaflets. Four inch (10cm) wide pendulous clusters of pale pink flowers appear in May and are followed in autumn by drooping bunches of large gleaming white or pink-tinged marble-like fruits which persist well after the leaves have fallen.
TREE 10-15ft x 6-8ft (3-4.6m x 1.8-2.4m) in 20 years, ultimate height 28ft (8.5m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£12.95£12.10



MOUNTAIN ASH, PINK PAGODA (Sorbus hupehensis Pink Pagoda). NewGo to Top of Page

A beautiful small but vigorous, graceful, deciduous tree with fine grey-green leaves which give glorious autumn colours. Drooping clusters of small white flowers in spring followed in autumn by persistent pink berries which fade to white. Prefers an acid to neutral soil.
TREE 15ft x 15ft (4.6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 20ft (6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
120-150cm
£12.95£12.10



PEAR, CHANTICLEER (Pyrus calleryana Chanticleer). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

A vigorous, dense deciduous tree with upright habit, excellent specimen tree for a small garden. Bears masses of brilliant white flowers in spring and the green leaves turn shades of orange and red in autumn.
TREE 15ft x 6ft (4.6m x 1.8m) in 20 years, ultimate height 20ft (6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



PLUM, PURPLE-LEAVED (Prunus cerasifera Nigra). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Very ornamental round-headed bushy tree with blackish-purple stems and young leaves red, turning to deep purple when mature. Masses of pink flowers from early to mid-spring and these are sometimes followed by plum like fruits. Sunny position. For prices and to order please see main Hedging and Tree section.
TREE 25ft x 25ft (7.6m x 7.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 30ft (9m).



THORN, COCKSPUR (False) (Crataegus persimilis Prunifolia Splendens) (Cockspur Thorn). Go to Top of Page

A reliable popular small tree attractive in leaf, flower and fruit, with unusual long thorns. Wide spreading habit, large glossy dark green leaves which turn brilliant scarlet and red in autumn. Clusters of white flowers in spring followed by red fruits which last well into the New Year.
TREE 15ft x 15-20ft (4.6m x 4.6-6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



THORN, DOUBLE PINK (Crataegus laevigata Rosea Flore Pleno) (Pink May, Hawthorn). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Very hardy, dense round-headed deciduous tree, thorny branches, shiny deeply lobed leaves. Branches will be smothered with clusters of clear pink double flowers in early May followed by bright red fruits in autumn, providing food for wildlife. Very attractive specimen tree, or can be used in a Quickthorn hedge.
TREE 20ft x 18ft (6m x 5.5m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£12.95£12.10



THORN, DOUBLE SCARLET (Crataegus laevigata Paul's Scarlet) (Red May, Hawthorn). Award of Garden MeritPicture Go to Top of Page

Very hardy, dense round-headed deciduous tree, thorny branches, shiny deeply lobed leaves. Branches will be smothered with clusters of clear bright red double flowers in early May followed by bright red fruits in autumn. Very attractive specimen tree, or can be used in a Quickthorn hedge.
TREE 20ft x 18ft (6m x 5.5m) in 20 years, ultimate height 25ft (7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£8.99£8.45



TULIP TREE (Liriodendron tulipifera). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Imposing, hardy, deciduous tree with unusual shaped large leaves which are rich-green in summer turning clear yellow in October and November. 2 inch (5cm) long tulip shaped yellow-green flowers in July followed by slender cone shaped long lasting brown seed heads. 20ft x 12ft (6m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 100ft (30m).

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1+5+
 Br 3.5-4.5ft
100-125cm
£4.99£4.65



WEEPING SILVER PEAR (Pyrus salicifolia Pendula). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Very elegant tree which forms a dense mound of weeping branches which are clothed with silver grey, downy, willow-like leaves, which change to grey-green and smooth above in summer. White flowers in April followed by small brown fruits in autumn.
TREE 9ft x 7ft (2.7m x 2.1m) in 20 years, ultimate height 20-25ft (6-7.6m).

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1+5+
 Br 3.5-4.5ft
100-125cm
£10.95£10.25



WHITEBEAM, LUTESCENS (Sorbus aria Lutescens). Award of Garden MeritGo to Top of Page

Very striking tree in early spring when its creamy-white leaves appear on purple shoots. In summer, these turn grey-green. Clusters of white flowers appear early summer followed by orange-red fruits in autumn.
TREE 20ft x 15ft (6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 40ft (12m).

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1+5+
 Br 4-5ft
125-150cm
£11.95£11.20



WILLOW, CONTORTED (Salix babylonica Tortuosa). Go to Top of Page

Amazing tree with contorted branches which are clothed with pale green slender leaves. Branches twist in all directions and are slightly weeping. Can be cut back hard to make a dense dome shape about 8-10ft (2.4-3m) or left to attain height of 20ft x 20ft (6m x 6m).

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1+5+
 Br 3-4ft
90-120cm
£2.49£2.35



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