Cornus kousa: Whispers from the East
Cornus kousa (also known as Flowering Dogwood or Szechuan strawberry) brings a quiet elegance to the garden, unfolding its beauty in deliberate, painterly layers. In early summer, the tree is transformed by a constellation of creamy white bracts that sit like poised...
Summer scent and colour in one hit
If your garden could do with some extra scent and colour, we have many flowering shrubs, climbers and perennials that peak in summer. Having scented plants in the garden is one of the simplest ways to make your outdoor space feel more immersive and enjoyable. Colour...
Ornamental Cherries
Flowering Cherries – the quintessential spring blossom tree with an abundance of flower to herald the arrival of spring. Beyond their beauty, they are remarkably versatile, ranging from massive twenty metre giants to dwarf varieties that thrive in small...
Looking good in June
June is a brilliant time to shop for plants, and here’s why; it’s one of those sweet spots in the gardening calendar where everything lines up just right. There are so many plants to choose from at this time of year it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, here is a handy list...
Looking good in May
There are so many plants to choose from at this time of year it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, here is a handy list of our top plant picks for May: Climbers Clematis × cartmanii ‘Avalanche’ – A vigorous, deciduous climber prized for its profusion of large, pure...
Looking good in April
With the garden bursting back to life, April is a treasure trove of colour and fresh growth. With so many gorgeous plants hitting their stride, choosing can feel impossible. We have pulled together our standout favourites to inspire your spring planting. Shrubs...
Looking good in December
December doesn’t mean the end of a colourful garden! Many plants thrive in the colder months, offering vibrant flowers, fragrant scents, and interesting foliage or berries. Colour in December isn’t limited to flowers; strong architectural shapes and...
Looking good in January
We have plants of all shapes and sizes, here are our top plant choices for January: Climbers Pyracantha Saphyr Rouge (‘Cadrou’) Pyracantha ‘Golden Glow’ Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii ‘Profusion’ Hedera (Ivy) Parthenocissus quinquefolia engelmannii Photinia x...
Looking good in March
We have plants of all shapes and sizes, here are our top choices for March. March is a great time to plant trees because the soil is thawed, workable, and beginning to warm, which helps new roots establish quickly before the stress of summer heat arrives. Mild spring...
Looking good in February
We have plants of all shapes and sizes, here are our top choices for February: For fragrance Sarcococca Viburnum × bodnantense Hamamelis (witch hazel) Viburnum × bodnantense Climbers Callicarpa bodinieri (provides winter berries for native wildlife) Camellia...
Looking good in November
Your Garden’s November Checklist: Plants to make your garden pop As the vibrant colours of autumn begin to fade and many plants retreat for the winter, your garden doesn’t have to follow suit. November marks a crucial time for planting, especially for shrubs,...
Looking good in October
As the garden begins it’s autumn transition, it’s the perfect time to think about plants that offer both immediate impact and long-term structure. Whether you’re looking for vibrant autumn colour, fragrant blooms to extend the season, architectural...
Looking good in August
August is a good time to be enjoying the fruits of your labour but also thinking about plants that will take you through to early autumn and beyond. Here’s our concise list of our favourites to make choosing things a little less overwhelming. Climbers Hydrangea...
Plant of the month for May
Our plant of the month this May is an acid loving, woodland dweller. Few shrubs are as widely anticipated each season as the Rhododendron. From the Ancient Greek “Rose Tree”, there are over 11,024 species of Rhododendron. The sweet, nectar type smelling flowers evokes...
Looking good in July
July is about slowing down and enjoying the garden; the colour, the warmth, the scents and the sense that everything is fully alive. July is when the garden feels generous and you get to enjoy the fruits of your labour. Here are our top plant choices for July:...
A winter garden reimagined
Prepare to adjust your perspective on what makes the perfect winter garden. In recent years there has been a big shift in winter garden design. A re-imagination of a wilder winter where wildlife, birds especially, are taken into account. There’s certainly nothing dull...
Garden Tidies
Our award winning Grounds Maintenance teams provide one off garden tidies to prepare your garden for the colder months ahead. Let us take the hassle out of preparing your garden for winter ensuring it’s expertly “put to bed” and protected until...
Floral in February
It’s not a month most people associate with plants in bloom, however there are many plants that provide winter colour, texture and interest. Here are our top choices for February. For winter blooms (perennials) Helleborus ‘Ice n’ Roses Red’...
Field grown hedging
This is a type of hedging that has been grown in a field and then lifted from the ground to be re-planted. It is only available between November and March and is far more cost effective than container grown hedging. There are two types of field grown hedging:...
Winter plant ideas
Add the wow factor to your winter garden with striking plants that look their best right now. Whether you’d like to fill your borders with hardy shrubs covered with fragrant flowers, clad a fence or archway with colourful climbers, or plant a small flowering tree to...
Camellias: February plant of the moment
Few hardy shrubs signal the end of winter better than Camellias, highly valued for their stunning floral displays and fresh, glossy, evergreen foliage. With dozens of varieties available you’ll be spoilt for choice, so pick from camellias in shades of pink, red, white...
Protect your exotics this winter
There are lots of different exotic plants that will need protecting or bringing indoors over the winter but for this case study we have decided to focus on banana plants. A little bit of time spent now could save you a lot of money come spring. STEP 1: Wait until the...