Graceful, vigorous, deciduous conifer. Fresh-green needle-like foliage changing to gold or russet in November. From an early age many attractive conical cones are produced annually. Reddish-brown shoots conspicuous in winter. Any ordinary moist soil. Avoid very exposed positions.
CONIFER 60ft x 25ft (18m x 7.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 100ft (30m).

Very dense, fast growing, evergreen hedge with large, leathery, glossy green leaves. In spring, upright spikes of white flowers contrast well against the foliage. This variety will form a tall, wide, substantial hedge. Shade tolerant.
HEDGE Prune with secateurs March, April or August. For hedges 4ft (120cm) upwards. Plant 18-24ins (45-60cm) apart.
SHRUB 17ft x 25ft (5.2m x 7.6m).

Dense, dwarf, evergreen hedge with large, leathery, spear-like shining green leaves and long spikes of fragrant white flowers in April, and often again in the autumn. Shade tolerant.
HEDGE Prune with secateurs after flowering. For hedges 2-4ft (60-120cm). Plant 18ins (45cm) apart.
SHRUB 4ft x 5ft (120cm x 150cm).

A variety of laurel with the additional attraction that all the young foliage is bronzy-orange contrasting well with the glossy dark green mature leaves. Many spikes of scented white flowers in spring. More compact that Laurel (rotundifolia) and thrives in sun or shade. Very dense habit. Evergreen.
HEDGE Trim with secateurs in June of July. For hedges 4-6ft (1.2-1.8m). Plant 18-24ins (45-60cm) apart.
SHRUB 8ft x 6ft (2.4m x 1.8m).This plant is registered for Plant Breeders' Rights. Propagation by unlicensed growers is prohibited.

Dense evergreen with large, green leathery leaves with conspicuous white markings, giving them an unusual and very attractive marbled appearance. The variegation is held well in the shade. Makes an excellent thick hedge, or it can be used as a specimen shrub. In spring it produces spikes of fragrant white flowers.
HEDGE Prune with secateurs March, April or August. For hedges 4ft (120cm) upwards. Plant 18-24ins (45-60cm) apart.
SHRUB 15ft x 15ft (4.6m x 4.6m)

Useful dense evergreen with pointed dark green glossy leaves on red stems. White, scented flowers appear in June in long slender racemes, followed by small red fruits which turn black in winter. Prefers medium to light shade but tolerant of deep shade and full sunlight. Any soil including shallow chalk.
HEDGE Trim in June/July. For hedges 4-10ft (1.2-3m). Plant 18-24ins (45-60cm) apart.
SHRUB/TREE 15ft x 20ft (4.6m x 6m).

Very dense evergreen hedge with up to 8 inch long (20cm) leathery green leaves with attractive yellow variegation. Tolerant of shade and atmospheric pollution, and holds its bright variegation in the shade. In spring has small, red-purple erect panicles of flowers, and female plants bear large red fruits in the autumn.
HEDGE Prune with secateurs in August. For hedges 3-8ft (0.9-2.4m). Plant 18-24ins (45-60cm) apart.
SHRUB 8ft x 6ft (2.4m x 1.8m).

Evergreen with silver-grey narrow leaves and masses of violet flower spikes July to September. Foliage and flowers heavily perfumed. Sunny position, well drained soil.
Orders for lavender will be despatched in spring as this is the best time to plant them.
HEDGE Trim in April. For hedges about 2ft (60cm). Plant 12-15ins (30-38cm) apart.
SHRUB 2ft x 20ins (60cm x 50cm).

Similar to Lavender Hidcote, but with longer grey-blue flower heads, and grows larger than Hidcote.
Orders for lavender will be despatched in spring as this is the best time to plant them.
HEDGE Trim in April. For hedges 3-4ft (90-120cm). Plant 18ins (45cm) apart.
SHRUB 3-4ft x 3-4ft (90-120cm x 90-120cm).

Similar to Lavender Hidcote, but with a profusion of white flowers opening in late July, and grows larger than Hidcote.
Orders for lavender will be despatched in spring as this is the best time to plant them.
HEDGE Trim in April. For hedges 3-4ft (90-120cm). Plant 18ins (45cm) apart.
SHRUB 3-4ft x 3-4ft (90-120cm x 90-120cm).

Very fast growing dense evergreen conifer. It makes a splendid specimen tree, columnar with a narrow, dense, conic top. Grows 2.5-3ft (75-90cm) a year. Makes a good dense hedge and can be kept relatively low and narrow if regularly clipped.
HEDGE Trim in September. Plant 2ft (60cm) apart for 6ft (1.8m) hedge. For taller hedges or screens the planting distance should be about a quarter of the proposed height.
CONIFER 50ft x 15ft (15m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 100ft+ (30m+).

Fast growing dense evergreen conifer with golden foliage. Grows 2-2.5ft (60-75cm) a year. Can be kept as small neat hedge as long as it is regularly well pruned.
HEDGE Trim in September. Plant 2ft (60cm) apart for 6ft (1.8m) hedge. For taller hedges or screens the planting distance should be about a quarter of the proposed height.
CONIFER 45ft x 15ft (14m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height not yet known, possibly the same as the green form.

A large suckering deciduous shrub which will make a colourful informal hedge, or can be grown as a specimen shrub or small tree. Masses of richly scented pale mauve flower heads in May, attractive to butterflies. Any fertile soil, full sun preferred but will tolerate partial shade.
HEDGE Trim back after flowering if necessary. For hedges 6-8ft (1.8-2.4m). Plant 3ft (90cm) apart.
TREE/SHRUB 20ft x 12ft (6m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 20ft (6m).

Handsome native tree with large pale to mid-green heart-shaped leaves. Yellow-white flowers which are very attractive to bees appear in June and July. Not suitable for dry sites, but can thrive on poorly drained soil. Possibly the tallest deciduous tree in Britain. May reach 130ft (40m).
TREE 30ft x 12ft (9m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 100ft+ (30m+).

A more ornamental deciduous variety of Broad-leaved Lime with conspicuous red twigs in winter and a more compact habit. This variety is particularly good if pollarded or pleached as the red twigs will be very attractive. Also excellent for use in industrial areas.
TREE 30ft x 12ft (9m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 80ft (24m).

Large native deciduous tree of rounded habit. Heart-shaped leaves, glossy dark green above, pale yellow beneath. Ivory coloured, sweetly scented flowers in late July. Not suitable for dry sites, but can thrive on poorly drained soil.
TREE 30ft x 12ft (9m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 75ft (23m).

Fast growing handsome deciduous tree, with large shiny leaves. Very tolerant of atmospheric pollution. Attractive in winter, when prickly ball-shaped fruits hang like baubles, and the flaking mottled cream and brown bark is particularly noticeable.
TREE 30ft x 15ft (9m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 100ft (30m).

Fast growing native deciduous plant with young foliage tinged red, turning to green, then yellow in autumn. Small greenish-yellow flowers in spring followed by winged seeds in autumn. Makes an excellent dense hedge. Any well drained but moist soil.
HEDGE Trim in winter. For hedges 4-15ft (1.2-4.6m). Plant 18ins (45cm) apart.
TREE 20ft x 12ft (6m x 3.7m) in 20 years, ultimate height 80ft (24m).

Vigorous, large, very hardy deciduous tree. Conspicuous clusters of yellow flowers in April before the leaves, followed by winged seeds in autumn. Good autumn colouring. Any well drained but moist soil.
TREE 30ft x 15ft (9m x 4.6m) in 20 years, ultimate height 90ft (27m).

Hardy native deciduous tree tolerant of most situations. White flower heads in June, large bunches of orange-red berries in autumn, which are irresistible to birds. The berries can be made into a delicious rowan jelly. Leaves typically have 15 leaflets, green in summer turning orange in autumn.
TREE 20ft x 10ft (6m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 40ft (12m).

Evergreen with very aromatic grey-green leaves. Whorls of scented lavender-blue flowers on abundant six inch (15cm) spikes. The flowers are attractive to bees and are freely produced from May to September. In full sun the plant produces a wonderful aroma when in full flower. Makes a most attractive informal edging plant for positions with well drained soil.
HEDGE Trim after flowering. For hedges 2-3ft (60-90cm). Plant 12-18ins (30-45cm) apart.
SHRUB 3ft x 2ft (90cm x 60cm).