Trees

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Strawberry Tree Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' (Killarney Strawberry Tree) New in 2012 Evergreen shrub Year-round interest For year round interest, this superb Strawberry Tree is hard to beat. Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' forms a neat evergreen shrub or small tree that can be easily grown in a sheltered border or container. The small, lantern-shaped autumn flowers are followed by rounded scarlet red fruits that take a full year to ripen - so fruits and flowers can often be seen on the plant at the same time! Although edible, the fruits of the Strawberry Tree have a sharp aftertaste, so they best made into jams and preserves for a sweeter Guava-like flavour. Height and spread: 150cm (59"). Supplied in 9cm pot. Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs More info 1 plant in 9cm pot Despatch: By end of September 2013 £9.99 Quantity 2 plants in 9cm pots Despatch: By end of September 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity
Acer 'Orange Beauty' (Japanese Maple) The fiery foliage of Acer 'Orange Beauty' creates a riotous explosion of orange-yellow leaves in spring that colour to shades of red and gold in autumn. Japanese maples make magnificent focal points for shaded, sheltered spots in the garden where their delicate foliage is protected from strong sunlight and drying winds. Ideal for borders and large patio containers. Height and spread: 3m (118"). Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs More info 1 plant Despatch: By end of October 2013 £9.99 Quantity 3 plants Despatch: By end of October 2013 SAVE £12 £17.97 Quantity
Paulownia tomentosa (Paulownia imperialis, Empress Tree, Foxglove tree) Native to China, this unusual deciduous tree is sure to be a talking point in your garden! Beautiful fragrant, lilac-mauve flowers, which resemble foxgloves, are borne in late spring just before the tree bursts into leaf. The large bright green, slightly hairy leaves are produced on stout upright stems making the foxglove tree a fantastic architectural feature in the garden. This fast-growing tree can be cut back hard annually to produce a tall shrub adorned with lush, tropical-looking leaves to 30cm in diameter! Winner of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, grow Paulownia tomentosa as a specimen tree or at the back of a mixed shrub border. Height: 8m (26'). Spread: 6m (20'). Supplied in a 3 litre pot. More info 1 plant in 3 litre pot Despatch: By end of June 2013 £14.99 Quantity 2 plants in 3 litre pots Despatch: By end of June 2013 SAVE £5 £24.98 Quantity
Sharon Fruit Diospyros (Persimmon) The Persimmon tree produces orange coloured Sharon fruit in late autumn which are best harvested after the first frosts have softened the very sweet, tomato sized fruit. This attractive tree is also grown for its excellent autumn foliage which turns to shades of orange, red and purple. Height: 8m (26') Spread: 5m (16'). Supplied in 11cm pot. Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs More info 1 plant in 11cm pot Despatch: By end of September 2013 £29.99 Quantity
Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' (Japanese Maple ) Grown for its tiny purple spring flowers and colourful red purple foliage that turns fiery crimson in autumn. This beautiful Acer makes a superb specimen tree with a slow growing, compact rounded habit that makes it well suited to growing in small gardens and containers. This variety also makes a very attractive bonsai tree. Supplied as a 3 year old root-wrapped plant, 45cm (18") tall. Height: 3m (10') in 10 years. Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs More info 1 plant Despatch: By end of November 2013 £14.99 Quantity
Acer palmatum 'Little Princess' (Acer palmatum 'Chiyo-hime') This superb Japanese Maple is cloaked in lovely red tinged summer foliage, turning to vibrant yellows and oranges by autumn. The best leaf colours are produced in a partially shaded position which is sheltered from drying winds. With its slow growing, compact habit, Acer palmatum 'Little Princess makes a fantastic dwarf specimen tree for a patio container, reaching only 150cm at maturity. Height and spread: 150cm (59"). Supplied in 10.5cm pot. Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs More info 1 plant in 10.5cm pot Despatch: By end of October 2013 £9.99 Quantity 2 plants in 10.5cm pots Despatch: By end of October 2013 SAVE £5 £14.98 Quantity