Attractive native deciduous tree which bears masses of 5 inch (13cm) long spikes of almond-scented white flowers in May. These are followed by bitter black fruits which birds love, hence the name 'Bird Cherry'. Any well drained soil, and will even thrive on quite poor soil.
TREE 25ft x 15ft (7.6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 35ft (11m).

Vigorous native deciduous tree with masses of clusters of conspicuous white flowers opening with the leaves in April followed by edible fruit in summer. Leaves turn crimson in autumn. Any well drained soil.
TREE 35ft x 25ft (11m x 7.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 60ft (18m).

Beautiful large, fast growing flowering deciduous tree with masses of large candle-like white flowers in May followed by conker fruits in autumn. Sticky terminal winter buds and horseshoe leaf scars are distinctive features.
TREE 30ft x 12ft (9m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 90ft (27m).

Fast growing, deciduous tree introduced by the Romans. Large lance shaped mid-green leaves and masses of small, heavily scented cream flowers on showy catkins produced on young shoots in July. Edible sweet chestnuts form in favourable years. Good coppice tree. Needs an open sunny position to fruit well.
TREE 30ft x 20ft (9m x 6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 60ft (18m).

Vigorous, bushy, twiggy deciduous shrub with dark green foliage which turns red-purple in autumn. Many bunches of small yellow flowers on the bare stems in February. These are followed by bright red edible cherry-like fruit. Makes an excellent hedge.
HEDGE Trim in spring. For hedges 4-6ft (120-180cm). Plant 2-3ft (60-90cm) apart.
SHRUB 10ft x 8ft (3m x 2.4m).

Fast growing, dense, evergreen hedge with small ovate grey-green foliage, grey-green above and white beneath. Clusters of pink and white flowers in June followed by persistent ovoid orange-red berries in autumn.
HEDGE Trim back vigorous shoots after flowering and trim to shape in February. For hedges 6-7ft (1.8-2.1m). Plant 2-3ft (60-90cm) apart.
SHRUB 8ft x 5-6ft (2.4m x 1.5-1.8m).

Dense, fast growing evergreen hedge with arching branches bearing large, leathery, deeply veined leaves, dark green above and yellow-white felted beneath. Clusters of many milky-white flowers June and July followed by persistent red berries in autumn.
HEDGE Trim back vigorous shoots after flowering and trim to shape in February. For hedges 6-10ft (1.8-3m). Plant 2-3ft (60-90cm) apart.
SHRUB 12ft x 10ft (3.7m x 3m).

Semi-evergreen hedge with glossy, small dark green leaves, some of which turn red in autumn and winter. Small white flowers, tinged pink in June attract honey and bumble bees followed by persistent red berries in autumn. Shade tolerant.
HEDGE Trim back vigorous shoots after flowering and trim to shape in February. For hedges 3-5ft (0.9m-1.5m). Plant 12-15ins (30-38cm) apart.
SHRUB 7ft x 4ft (2.1m x 1.2m).

Vigorous native deciduous tree with dense clusters of pale pink flowers early May followed by green crab apples in autumn suitable for jam, jelly and wine. Any well drained fertile soil. Crab apples are good pollinators for fruiting apples.
TREE 25ft x 15ft (7.6m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 35ft (11m).

Deciduous native hedgerow shrub. Good for underplanting and in mixed hedges. Green stems flushed red. Rich autumn colouring. Any soil but very chalk tolerant and thrives in a damp position. Will make a good informal hedge. For this purpose plant 2ft (60cm) apart.
SHRUB 8ft x 6ft (2.4m x 1.8m). If grown as a shrub prune hard in spring to improve stem colour.

Very striking form with dark purple-black stems and dark green leaves, with slight purple flush, which turn reddish-purple in autumn. Clusters of creamy-white flowers early summer followed by white fruits. Deciduous. Will make a good informal hedge. For this purpose plant 2ft (60cm) apart.
SHRUB 7ft x 7ft (2.1m x 2.1m). If grown as a shrub prune hard in spring to improve stem colour.

Selected form of Dogwood with brilliant red winter shoots and green leaves with an attractive broad yellow margin. Flat heads of creamy-white flowers in late spring or early summer followed by white fruits. Very effective if planted in clumps. Deciduous. Will make a good informal hedge. For this purpose plant 2ft (60cm) apart.
SHRUB 8ft x 10ft (2.4m x 3m). If grown as a shrub prune hard in spring to improve stem colour.

Most attractive form with unusual orange-yellow and red stems, very colourful in winter. In autumn the green leaves turn butter yellow and remain on the bushes well into November, then finally drop. Flat heads of creamy-white flowers late spring or early summer, followed by blue-black fruits. Bushy habit.
HEDGE This Dogwood is particularly good for informal hedges. For this purpose plant 12-15ins (30-38cm) apart.
SHRUB 4ft x 4ft (120cm x 120cm).

Selected form of Dogwood with brilliant red stems which make an outstanding display in the winter. Green leaves turn red or orange in autumn. Very effective if planted in clumps. Flat heads of creamy-white flowers followed by white fruits. Will make a good informal hedge. Deciduous For this purpose plant 2ft (60cm) apart.
SHRUB 8ft x 10ft (2.4m x 3m). If grown as a shrub prune hard in spring to improve stem colour.

Selected form of Dogwood with red stems, leaves margined and mottled with silver, turning red or orange in autumn. Creamy-white flowers in early summer. Deciduous. Will make a good informal hedge. For this purpose plant 2ft (60cm) apart.
SHRUB 8ft x 10ft (2.4m x 3m). If grown as a shrub prune hard in spring to improve stem colour.

Selected form of Dogwood with young shoots bright yellow-green. Particularly effective in winter especially when planted in clumps. Makes a good contrast to Red Stemmed Dogwood. Deciduous. Will make a good informal hedge/barrier. For this purpose plant 2ft (60cm) apart.
SHRUB 7ft x 8ft (2.1m x 2.4m). If grown as a shrub prune hard in spring to improve stem colour.