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Acacia bailyana Purpurea

Cootamundra Wattle Tree

Common Name: Cootamundra WattleLatin Name: Acacia bailyana 'Purpurea'Soil: Any free draining soil.Position: Full sunHardiness: Half hardy. May need protection in very cold winters.Flowering Period: Late winter into springFlowering Colour: Small, yellow, fluffy ballsEventual Height/Spread: 7m / 4mSpecial features: A striking evergreen with feathery purple foliage.The Acacia bailyana 'Purpurea' is an eye-catching Acacia which boasts purple-tinged foliage; the stems are also purple, sometimes with a red flush, and the feathery leaves later turn to a grey-green colour once they have further developed. The contrast of the old and new foliage makes this a highly attractive ornamental tree. The 'Cootamundra Wattle', as it is commonly called, also offers winter interest with buttery-yellow flowers that appear in late winter and last into spring; the fluffy flowers are spherical in shape and they sit nestled amongst the winter foliage. This is the perfect tree for a sunny spot in the garden and it looks beautiful next to its more verdant relative, the Acacia dealbata, particularly when planted alternately. This Australian native is half-hardy, so it will need some protection in exposed sites; an ideal situation would be to plant it in a sheltered spot against a south-facing wall for optimum protection.

Acacia dealbata

Mimosa Tree

Acacia dealbata provides a vibrant burst of sunshine during the winter months as its highly distinctive flowers appear in January. The flowers resemble small, fluffy spheres and they are golden yellow in colour; they are highly fragrant and their sweet scent can be a real treat for the senses over the winter months. In fact, the essence of the flowers, called ‘cassie’, is used in perfumes and fragrances around the world. Aside from human uses, bees and insects love the Mimosa flowers too, and it’s a valuable source of late winter fuel for the bees in particular. Aside from the floral interest, the foliage offers a healthy dose of year-round colour. The pinnate leaves are large with feathery leaflets: the foliage colour is a glaucous blue-green, but can sometimes be silvery green. The leaves make the perfect foil for the vibrant winter flowers. In terms of its habit, the Acacia dealbata will grow to have widely spaced branches and it will become a small-medium sized tree. This Australian native is half-hardy, so it will need some protection in exposed sites. An ideal situation would be to plant it in a sheltered spot against a south-facing wall for optimum protection. If you want a planting partner, we would recommend the Eucalyptus Gunnii as it also has glaucous blue foliage. Equally, the Cytisus Battandieri works really well due to its vivid floral summer display, as you get bright yellow flowers in winter from the Acacia and vibrant yellow flowers in summer from the Cytisus. Common Name: Mimosa or Silver WattleLatin Name: Acacia dealbataSoil: Any free draining soil.Position: Full sunHardiness: Half hardy. May need protection in very cold winters.Flowering Period: Late winter into springFlowering Colour: Small, yellow , fluffy ballsEventual Height/Spread: 8m (26ft) / 4m (14ft)Special features: An interesting small evergreen tree with small, yellow , fluffy balls

Acer campestre

Field Maple Tree

Common Name: Field Maple TreeLatin Name: Acer campestreSoil: Fertile, moist, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeHardiness: Very hardyEventual height/spread: 9/7mSpecial features: A broad-crowned tree with small, neatly lobed leaves. British native. (Deciduous)Acer campestre is a moderately-sized deciduous tree with rounded, five-lobed deep green leaves. The leaves are often tinted reddish-purple when young and erect umbels of green flowers also form, followed by red winged fruits. The Acer campestre is of particular interest in the autumn when the foliage turns red. This tree can be commonly found as a component in hedgerows where it is kept compact by pruning regularly or grown as a single specimen tree.

Acer Crimson King

Norway Maple Tree

The Acer Crimson King boasts deep red-purple, star-shaped leaves that have a great autumn colour. This is a fast-growing tree that is suitable for most soils, including clay. A fantastic ornamental tree. If you want a tree that will add a real splash of colour to your garden, the deservedly popular Acer Crimson King is for you. The leaves are large in size and crimson-purple in colour: they have five lobes and they curl in slightly at their edges. They are complimented by lemon yellow spring flowers, which look lovely against the bold colour of the leaves. The leaves hold their striking colour through spring and summer, before putting on a final show in autumn when they turn to crisp shades of red, orange and brown. This is the perfect ornamental tree for a medium-large sized garden and, as it’s a fairly fast grower, it will soon become established in your garden. When mature, this will be a broad-headed and rounded garden tree, which looks great as an ornamental specimen. It’s a hardy and tolerant tree and it will do well in a range of sites, including costal and urban. The bold leaf colour and large leaf size makes the ‘Crimson King’ a fantastic screen, too. In terms of a planting partner, we would recommend the Acer 'Princeton Gold': the glowing golden leaves of the ‘Princeton Gold’ contrast beautifully with the rich leaves of the ‘Crimson King’. Common Name: Norway Maple TreeLatin Name: Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April to May/YellowHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 7m x 5mSpecial features: Beetroot-red leaves turning red, brown and orange in autumn

Acer Crimson Sentry

Norway Maple Tree

Common Name: Norway Maple TreeLatin Name: Acer platanoides ‘Crimson Sentry’Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeHardiness: Very hardyEventual height/spread: 12m/5mSpecial features: A beautifully coloured red and purple specimen tree which holds its colour well throughout the year.Acer ‘Crimson Sentry’ is a superb specimen tree which is suitable for small to medium sized gardens due to its broadly columnar habit. In spring, pretty yellow flowers that have a red tinge appear on the bare branches. The best feature of this Norway Maple is its outstanding display of leaf colour; new leaves emerge vivid red and are slightly sticky to the touch, they then mature to a rich burgundy before a final burst of orange, brown and red. The tree has exceptional resilience to urban pollution and can be kept in a large array of soils.

Acer Drummondii

Norway Maple Tree

Common Name: Norway Maple TreeLatin Name: Acer platanoides 'Drummondii'Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April to May/ YellowHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 6m/4mSpecial features: Beautiful creamy white variegation on the leaves.The Acer platanoides 'Drummondii' is a very popular tree; this is due to its unique variegated leaves which have a rich green colour with creamy margins. Bursts of yellow flowers appear in spring before the leaves. This versatile tree is an ideal parkland tree, and is equally suited as a specimen tree for a medium-large sized garden. Occasionally, branches can grow with plain green leaves; these should be pruned out. Other than that this tree does not require any heavy pruning. In 20 years this tree will grow to a height of 6m and a spread of 4m. Ideally suited to a full sun/ partial shade position; this Acer will thrive in any fertile, moist yet well-drained soil.

Acer Leopoldii

Sycamore Tree

Common Name: Sycamore TreeLatin Name: Acer pseudoplatanus 'Leopoldii'Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April to May/ Yellow-green.Hardiness: Very hardyEventual height/spread: 14 x 10mSpecial features: Leaves yellowish-pink at first, later green, speckled and splashed yellow and pink.The Acer 'Leopoldii' is a vigorous sycamore with interesting foliage; the large confident maple leaves are a pretty yellowish pink in spring. In summer they turn greenish gold with irregularly blotched and spotted yellow. This tree is deciduous. ACLE12, BRACLEM

Acer Norwegian Sunset

Norway Maple Tree

Common Name: Norwegian Sunset MapleLatin Name: Acer truncatum ‘Norwegian Sunset’Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeHardiness: Very hardyEventual height/spread: 10 x 7mSpecial features: Dark, glossy green foliage which turns to sunset reds and gold through autumn.Acer ‘Norwegian Sunset’ is a beautifully structured, very hardy tree. The tree features dark glossy green leaves and a spectacular display of autumn colour. This upright, oval-shaped tree does exceptionally well in urban areas and is very resistant to a range of diseases and variations in soil types.

Acer Princeton Gold

Golden Maple Tree

Acer Princeton Gold, otherwise known as the Princeton Gold Maple Tree, lights up any outdoor space with its sparkling golden yellow foliage

. This tree performs best in well-drained, fertile soil and tolerates being positioned in full sun or partial shade.During spring, the Acer Princeton Gold showers your outdoor space with clusters of yellow-green flowers. As the seasons change, its deciduous nature allows for the foliage to transition to warm, golden hues. Its striking displays make it a great variety for any garden.Reaching a height of around 9 metres and spreading about 7 metres in 20 years, the Princeton Gold Maple Tree has an upright, rounded growth habit. Plus it benefits greatly from being highly disease resistant.

 Buy an Acer platanoides today and enjoy its beautiful golden display, year after year! Common Name: Princeton Gold Maple TreeLatin Name: Acer platanoides 'Princeton Gold'Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeHardiness: Very hardyEventual height/spread: 9/7mSpecial features: A hardy tree with sparkling golden yellow foliage, which turns to a strong lime green over the spring.

Acer Prinz Handjery

Sycamore Tree

Common Name: Sycamore 'Prinz Handjery' Latin Name: Acer pseudoplatanus 'Prinz Handjery' Soil: Any good, moist, well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 4.5m/4.5mSpecial features: Foliage that changes colour as it maturesThe 'Prinz Handjery' is very much like the popular Acer Brilliantissimum, but it is a little more open in habit and the leaf colour lasts slightly longer. New foliage starts as a shrimp pink colour and then it develops to a pink-bronze before turning green in summer. The undersides of the leaves are also of interest as these are purple, adding more colour to this wonderful tree. Adding to this, in summer long yellow flowers appear and these later become winged red fruits by autumn. The tree itself will grow to have a rounded habit and it makes a great ornamental specimen.

Aesculus hippocastanum

Horse Chestnut Tree

Common Name: Horse ChestnutLatin Name: Aesculus hippocastanumSoil: Most soil typesPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: May to June/Large whiteHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 9m/4mSpecial features: Conkers form in prickly outer casings.Aesculus hippocastanum is a very large specimen tree with an abundance of attractive qualities. It will grow in any soil and is ideal for large gardens and public spaces, such as parks. This deciduous tree is commonly known as the 'Horse Chestnut' tree and it has wonderful white scented flowers at the end of spring, running into early summer, when it is definitely at its best.  In autumn the flowers are followed by masses of conkers inside their spiny shells.

Aesculus x carnea Briotii

Red Horse Chestnut Tree

Common Name: Red Horse Chestnut TreeLatin Name: Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii'Soil: Most soil typesPosition: Full sun or partial shade.Flowering period/colour: May/ Large RedHardiness: Fully hardyEventual height/spread: 15m/10mSpecial features: conkers form in prickly outer casings.The Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii' is a very large deciduous tree with handsome leaves that turn yellow in autumn. Upright heads of red flowers appear during May that later form smooth-coated 'conker' fruits encased in a prickly outer casing; these fall in the autumn. This slow-growing tree is very useful for large gardens and parks.

Amelanchier Ballerina

Snowy Mespilus Tree

Amelanchier Ballerina, also known as Snowy Mespilus Tree, is a great feature in any garden due to its upright, compact growth habit. 

It has beautiful ovate leaves that are coppery-bronze when young, which fade to green before turning to brilliant shades of orange and red in the autumn.In early April, the Snowy Mespilus Tree graces your garden with large white flowers, which create a breathtaking spring-time scene. Later, deep red and purple berries appear, which are sure to attract plenty of birds and wildlife to your space.

Amelanchier Ballerina is resilient and hardy. It performs best in well drained soil and can tolerate pollution. We recommend positioning this tree in full sun or partial shade.After a 20 year growth period, Amelanchier grandiflora Ballerina will have an approximate height of 4 metres and a spread of about 3 metres. The compact growth habit and hardiness of Snowy Mespilus Tree make it an adaptable specimen that will work in gardens of any size. Enjoy the colourful displays of Amelanchier Ballerina year after year.Common Name: Snowy Mespilus TreeLatin Name: Amelanchier grandiflora 'Ballerina'Soil: Fertile, moist but well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/ colour: March to April / whiteHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 4m/3mSpecial features: Profusion of white flowers in spring. (Deciduous) Trustpilot

Betula Grayswood Ghost

Himalayan Birch Tree

Common Name: Himalayan Birch TreeLatin Name: Betula utilis var. Jacquemontii 'Grayswood Ghost'Soil: Will tolerate most soil typesPosition: Full sun to part shade. Hardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 8m/ 4mSpecial features: Glossy dark green leaves and lustrous white bark.The 'Grayswood Ghost' is aptly named due to its sparkling white bark: one of the whitest birch barks around. The bark makes an outstanding focal point in winter, giving this tree year-round interest. The leaves are dark green in colour with a rich and glossy sheen to them; they are usually preceded by brown catkins in early spring. Autumn sees a final show from the foliage as the leaves turn to crisp shades of yellow before falling. This birch will eventually grow to have an upright, conical crown. This is a beautiful specimen and it should be planted in a position where its ornamental qualities can be enjoyed. We recommend planting this as a trio if you have room, or if you want a dramatic garden feature then an avenue of birch trees is a sight to behold.

Betula Jacquemontii

White Stem Birch Tree

Common Name: Himalayan Birch TreeLatin Name: Betula utiis var. 'Jacquemontii'Soil: Medium to wet soil.Position: Full sun to part shade. Flowering period/colour: April/MayHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 9m/4mSpecial features: White bark and fine architectural shape. Catkins in spring. Golden leaf colour in autumn. Deciduous. Betula utiis var. 'Jacquemontii' is one of the most striking trees available in the garden design palatte, and is especially useful for smaller spaces. It is a variety of birch tree with a fine form and very white bark that almost glows white. The most striking example can be seen at Anglesey Abbey in Cambridgeshire where a stand of about 30 of the trees have been planted as a single feature. In this case the bark is especially white as it is cleaned regularly, for the most striking appearance possible. In addition to its fine bark, the tree boasts lovely autumn colour, with leaves turning golden before falling. Betula utiis var. 'Jacquemontii' is not a difficult tree to grow, preferring medium to wet soil, but also thriving in warmer, dryer climates. It is fully hardy in the UK and, like all birches, grows rapidly to early maturity. Birches are not long lived trees, compared, for example with the oak, but reach maturity very quickly, which is a great asset in the design of gardens which are intended for almost immediate appreciation. The final height of this variety is about 9m with a spread of 4m. Whilst stands of Betula Jacquemontii are particularly striking, this variety would be a fine statement tree in a smaller area or family garden, or even in a front garden that was large enough to accommodate the canopy width. The tree has separate male and female catkins, which both occur on the same tree.The plant is a native of the Himalayas where it was discovered by Joseph Hooker, and it was named after Victor Jacquemont; the French naturalist.

Betula Moonbeam

Himalayan Birch Tree

Common Name: Moonbeam Himalayan Birch TreeLatin Name: Betula utiis var. jacquemontii ‘Moonbeam’Soil: Will tolerate most soil typesPosition: Full sun to part shade. Hardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 6m/3mSpecial features: more compact than some birch trees, making it suitable for smaller spaces.With its striking, peeling, white bark and its relatively compact size, the 'Moonbeam' is a highly desirable Himalayan birch tree. Its bark is its most notable feature and this offers winter interest as the pearly white bark sparkles in the winter sun. Spring sees the arrival of the mid-dark, ovate, serrated green leaves and the yellow-brown catkins; the leaves hang from their stems and have a subtle shine to them. Come autumn, the foliage turns golden yellow before falling. This birch is fairly upright in habit and grows slower than some birch trees, making it a fantastic choice for smaller gardens or areas with limited space. As with most birch trees, it is tolerant of most conditions, but it does prefer moist soil. If you do have more room and want a planting partner for the 'Moonbeam' then the Betula  'Hakkoda Orange' is a fantastic choice as the two trees are relatively compact and both offer differing bark colours.

Betula papyrifera

Paper Birch Tree

Common Name: Paper Birch, Canoe Birch, White Birch. Latin Name: Betula papyriferaSoil: Medium moisture, well-drained. Acid, alkaline or neutral.Position: Full sun to part shade. Flowering period/colour: SpringHardiness: Fully hardy in the severest European climates (to below -20°C).Height and spread in 20-50 years: 12m/8mSpecial features: Attractive white bark and delicate green leaves. Catkins in spring. Leaves turn golden yellow autumn colour. Salt/Coastal Tolerant.This handsome birch is a fine specimen tree when sited in a large lawn. It grows to 12m or more in 20-50 years and has a large rounded or oval crown of mid-green delicate papery leaves. The leaves take on a golden yellow autumn colour before falling. The bark of this tree peels to reveal a pale orange underbark, and in maturity it develops black markings. The bark of this tree is traditionally used to make canoes and tepee coverings, as it is naturally waterproof and flexible, with a high oil content. This use gives rise to the name canoe birch.Pruning is generally not required, but can be carried out in the dormant winter season. Separate male and female catkins develop on the same tree in spring. The female catkins develop into dropping cone-like fruits. The Paper Birch is one of the only salt tolerant Birches and so can be grown easily in a coastal garden/environment. This species is native to North America, and has a strong preference for cooler northern climates like those found in Canada and Alaska, and so is ideally suited to growth in the UK. It makes a magnificent specimen tree when positioned in a sunny site and in a position to be viewed from a distance. It can also bring a real touch of elegance to deciduous woodland, where it will grow less rapidly and blend in more, due to the reduced access to sunlight. Betula papyrifera is naturally a pioneer species which spreads its seeds quickly and grows rapidly to maturity when sited in good soil and full sun.

Betula pendula

Silver Birch Tree

Common Name: Silver Birch TreeLatin Name: Betula pendulaSoil: Will grow in most soilsPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: March/Yellowy-brown male catkinsHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 8m/3mSpecial features: White peeling bark. (Deciduous)Betula pendula is a graceful native tree, upright growing, the smaller branches becoming pendulous with age. The deciduous leaves are a diamond shape and hold a mid-green colour before turning yellow in autumn. Yellowy brown male catkins in appear in spring. White peeling bark which with age becomes ruggedly fissured and dark-grey, almost black, at the base. These trees are most effective when planted as a close group of 3 and they also make a good windbreak.The silver birch is an extremely popular tree which is widely planted for its highly ornamental white peeling bark. The ornamental bark gives this tree interest all year round, and it looks particularly effective in winter when the rest of the garden is dormant. In spring, diamond-shaped mid-green leaves appear on the upright branches, and at the same time yellow-brown male catkins hang from the tree. Autumn sees the leaves fade to yellow before falling, when they again reveal the beautiful bark. As this tree matures, the branches become more pendulous and the bark develops a real character and becomes deeply fissured and dark grey in colour.

Betula Purpurea

Purple Leaf Birch Tree

Common Name: Purple Leaf BirchLatin Name: Betula pendula 'Purpurea'Soil: Any good garden soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April/Male catkinsHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 7m x 3mSpecial features: An upright tree with purple leaves on purplish black branches.The purple birch is an attractive and unusual tree. The spring foliage is red-purple, darkening to deep purple in summer. At close quarters it looks pretty with its delicate, conical jagged leaves and slender outreaching branches, just slightly pendulous. A very useful tree planted near lightly coloured buildings. 

Betula Silver Shadow

Himalayan Birch Tree

Common Name: Silver Shadow Himalayan Birch TreeLatin Name: Betula utiis var. jacquemontii 'Silver Shadow'Soil: Will tolerate most soil typesPosition: Full sun to part shade. Flowering period/colour: April-May/brownHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 8m/4mSpecial features: Sparkling white bark The 'Silver Shadow' is a fantastic variety of birch with so much to offer, but its bark has to be its most notable feature. The bark is a glistening creamy white colour and it looks particularly beautiful in winter; it gently peels each year to reveal another fresh layer underneath, thus retaining its sheen. Spring sees the arrival of both the foliage and the catkins: the leaves are ovate in shape, serrated at their margins and dark green in colour; the catkins are up to 15cm long and are brown. The leaves turn to crisp shades of yellow in autumn before falling. This tree grows to have a conical crown and it makes a great focal point in a garden due to its attractive bark. Birch trees look especially beautiful when planted in groups and choosing one with a contrasting bark colour always looks effective: we would recommend the ‘Betula albo-sinensis’ as the brown/red tones of the 'albo-sinensis' contrast beautifully with the sparkling white bark of the 'Silver Shadow'.

Betula Summer Cascade

Weeping River Birch Tree

Common Name: Weeping River Birch TreeLatin Name: Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade'Soil: Any good garden soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: March-April/Male catkinsHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 6m/4mSpecial features: Pink, peeling bark and gracefully weeping branches The 'Summer Cascade' is a delightful variety of birch which offers year round interest. The pendulous branches hold dark green leaves in spring and summer and the leaves turn to a vivid yellow colour come autumn. The pink peeling bark adds interest in winter and the arching branches look wonderful when topped with snow. This is the perfect choice for a feature tree that adds interest all year round.

Betula Trinity College

Himalayan Birch Tree

Common Name: Trinity College Himalayan Birch TreeLatin Name: Betula utiis var. Jacquemontii 'Trinity College'Soil: Medium to wet soil.Position: Full sun to part shade. Flowering period/colour: April/MayHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 7m/3mSpecial features: A more compact birch, making it suitable for smaller spaces.The 'Trinity College' is similar to the classic 'Betula Jacquemontii' but this one is more compact, making it more suitable for smaller spaces than its parent. The sparkling white bark is a real feature of this tree: it adds year-round interest and looks particularly effective when you plant a trio of these trees in close proximity. Aside from the bark, the cordate leaves are mid-dark green in colour and are serrated at their edges. Come autumn, the leaves turn to a buttery yellow colour before falling. This Himalayan Birch has an upright habit and its graceful branches ascend to make a light and airy canopy. You could plant this alongside another more compact Birch, like the Betula ermanii, as the two trees will give year-round interest with their contrasting coloured bark. If you have a large space that needs colour and structure, an avenue of birch trees is a superb sight to behold.

Betula utilis Forest Blush

Himalayan Birch Tree

Common Name: Himalayan Birch Latin Name: Betula utilis 'Forest Blush'Soil: Any good garden soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: February-March/ Yellow-brown catkinsHardiness: Fully hardyHeight/spread in 20 years: 12m/ 6mSpecial features: Peeling white bark with a pink blush.The 'Forest Blush' is a fantastic choice for winter interest; the top layer of bark has a pink-orange blush and the layers underneath are paler, almost white. In spring yellow-brown catkins drape from the branches and these are up to 12cm long. Spring also sees the arrival of the mid-green leaves and these hold their colour until they turn golden yellow in autumn. The ornamental bark can be fully appreciated in winter and it looks particularly wonderful when topped with snow. This birch is upright in habit and maintains its slender and elegant form as it matures. If you have a large space then try planting the Forest Blush in a row alongside a darker birch, like the Betula albo-sinensis, and alternating the two so that the bark colours contrast in winter.

Betula utilis jacquemontii Long Trunk

Silver Birch

Common Name: Silver Birch Latin Name: Betula utilis jacquemontii 'Long Trunk'Soil: Any good garden soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: February-March/ Yellow-brown catkins.Hardiness: Fully hardyHeight/spread in 20 years: 6m/ 4m.Special features: An attractive weeping habit and sparkling bark.This weeping Himalayan birch is a fantastic choice for a small-medium sized garden as it retains a fairly narrow form; the main trunk is long and upright, whereas the branches weep downwards. The bark is of great interest as it is sparkling white in colour and it looks particularly special in winter when the branches are topped with snow. In spring yellow-brown catkins appear and these are soon followed by the diamond-shaped leaves. The foliage is dark green in colour, deeply lobed and turns golden yellow in autumn. This is a weeping form of the ever-popular 'Jacquemontii' and it works really well as a lawn specimen. Alternatively, if you want a planting partner then alternating it with a darker weeping birch, like the Betula pendula 'Youngii'.

Betula utilis Nepalese Orange

Birch Tree

Common Name: Nepalese Orange BirchLatin Name: Betula utilis 'Nepalese Orange'Soil: Any well-drained soil Position: Full sun or partial shade Flowering period/colour: Spring/ Yellow Hardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 10m/6mSpecial features: Rich, orange, peeling bark.This is a delightful variety of birch which features mahogany orange bark that has horizontal bands of lenticels going across the stems; the bark also peels which adds further interest. In terms of foliage the leaves are mid-green with serrated edges and create a light and airy canopy. Yellow-brown male catkins appear in spring and the leaves turn yellow in autumn. Plant this in a trio to maximise the impact.

Betula utilis Wakehurst Place Chocolate

Birch Tree

Common Name: Wakehurst Place Chocolate Birch Latin Name: Betula utilis 'Wakehurst Place Chocolate'Soil: Any good garden soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: February-March/ Yellow-brown catkinsHardiness: Fully hardyHeight/spread in 20 years: 10m/ 6mSpecial features: Rich chocolate-coloured peeling bark.This birch has highly distinctive bark that resembles melted dark chocolate in its early years; as the tree matures the lustrous dark-brown bark peels away to reveal a spectrum of brown shades. In spring, yellow-brown catkins appear and these are soon followed by the ovate, tapered, dark-green leaves. Further interest is added in autumn when the leaves turn to a buttery yellow colour before falling. This is, of course, a fantastic choice for winter interest as the ornamental bark takes centre stage in a winter garden.In terms of its habit this birch is fairly upright and it will grow to be a real feature of your garden. We love this when planted alongside a sparkling white birch, like the Betula utiis var. jacquemontii 'Silver Shadow'.

Castanea sativa

Sweet Chestnut Tree

Common Name: Sweet ChestnutLatin Name: Castanea sativaSoil: Fertile well drained soil. Dislikes shallow chalky soil.Position: Full sunny or partial shadeHeight in 10 years: 8mFlowering period/colour: July/Yellowish-green male and female catkinsThe Sweet Chestnut is a large broad headed tree, well known and cultivated for its edible fruits. The bark on older trees is deeply ridged in a spiral pattern. Dark green, glossy leaves turn yellow in autumn. Spikes of creamy flowers in summer are followed by spiny light green husks containing the brown chestnuts.

Catalpa Bignonioides Aurea

Golden Indian Bean Tree

The Indian Bean Tree, also known as Catalpa bignonioides ‘Aurea’, is a beautiful specimen that works well in many spaces. It flourishes in any soil type. Although, the Catalpa Aurea does prefer full shelter from strong winds.It features pretty panicles of white flowers which emerge in summer, often followed by a display of slender bean-like pods which hang pendulously. The oversized, heart-shaped leaves are a striking buttery yellow colour and make a fantastic backdrop for the floral display in summer. 

 The fresh foliage emerges bronze and matures to dazzling yellow, before fading to a golden green colour in late summer. This ever changing display provides great visual interest during the summer months. Ensure that you protect this deciduous tree from strong winds and from late frosts as young leaves can be susceptible to damage. Reaching a height of around 5 metres and a spread of up to 4 metres, the Catalpa Aurea will work well in many different spaces. Plus, it’s rounded growth habit ensures that you can use it within a mixed planting scheme.Enjoy the yellow tinged colours summer after summer with the Indian Bean Tree. Common Name: Indian Bean TreeLatin Name: Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea'Soil: Any soilPosition: Full sun sheltered from strong windsFlowering period/colour: July to August/White flowers.Hardiness: Half-hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 5m/4mSpecial features: Large butter yellow leaves

Cotoneaster Cornubia

Cotoneaster Tree

Common Name: Cotoneaster TreeLatin Name: Cotoneaster x watereri 'Cornubia'Soil: Moderately fertile, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: Late spring to early summer/WhiteHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 6m/5mSpecial features: Showy red berries in autumn.Cotoneaster Cornubia - a standout piece in any garden. With its cascading branches, versatile features, and year-round beauty, this could just be the addition that your outdoor space is yearning for.Thriving in well-drained soil and adaptable to both full sun and partial shade, Cotoneaster Cornubia is a hardy and resilient tree. In late spring to early summer, it showers your garden with an abundant display of white flowers, creating quite a scene!As the seasons progress, this tree transforms. In autumn, the Cotoneaster Tree grows vibrant red berries, adding a splash of colour to the changing landscape. Its evergreen foliage gives you a consistent and attractive backdrop, making it a standout feature in your garden, no matter the season.With a projected height of 6 metres and a spread of 5 metres in 20 years, Cotoneaster Cornubia is well-suited for many different garden sizes. Due to its versatility, it will work well as a standalone piece, in a row for a natural screen, or in mixed plantings. Cotoneaster Cornubia gives you visual appeal for you to enjoy throughout the year! 

Buy the Cotoneaster Tree and watch it deliver, season after season.

Cotoneaster Exburiensis

Cotoneaster Tree

Common Name: Cotoneaster TreeLatin Name: Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Exburiensis'Soil: Moderately fertile, well-drainedPosition: Full sunFlowering period/colour: June/WhiteHardiness: Fully hardyEventual height/spread: 5m/5mSpecial features: Yellow fruits in autumnCotoneaster 'Exburiensis' is a large, semi-evergreen tree with fairly large bluish green leaves that shine softly and on the outreaching branches, giving a layered appearance. This cotoneaster has white flowers in spring followed by apricot yellow autumn fruits which last for a long season and take on pink tints during winter. These generally last into the New Year.

Cotoneaster x watereri

Cotoneaster Tree

Common Name: Cotoneaster TreeLatin Name: Cotoneaster x watereriSoil: Moderately fertile, well-drainedPosition: Full sunFlowering period/colour: May to June/WhiteHardiness: Fully hardyEventual height/spread: 5m/5mSpecial features: Covered with brilliant red berries in the autumn.This Cotoneaster, with rather large matt green leaves which are pleasantly veined, makes a splendid small tree. The tree is covered with brilliant red berries in the autumn which are great for attracting wildlife to your garden. It has a rather open habit and the sight of the arching branches glistening with red berries in autumn is quite beautiful.

Crataegus laevigata Plena

Midland Hawthorn Tree

Common Name: Midland Hawthorn TreeLatin Name: Crataegus laevigata 'Plena'Soil: Any soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: May/Double whiteHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 5m/4mSpecial features: A dense, spreading tree with glossy, dark-green foliage and small double white flowers. (Deciduous)Crataegus laevigata 'Plena' is a dense, spreading tree with glossy, dark-green foliage. Profuse small double white flowers appear during May. This tree will make an excellent lawn specimen and will also tolerate very exposed cold and windy gardens.

Crataegus orientalis

Silver Thorn Tree

Common Name: Silver Thorn TreeLatin Name: Crataegus orientalisSoil: Any soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/ colour: Late Spring/ WhiteHardiness: Fully hardyEventual height/ spread: 6m/5mSpecial features: A beautiful oriental tree distinguished by its deeply cut leaves and coral red fruits. (Deciduous)Crataegus orientalis is a beautiful oriental tree which holds its branches somewhat upright when young, but they open out with maturity. The leaves are a very pretty silvery green, quite deeply dissected and with a feathery appearance. Clusters of white flowers in late spring and early summer are followed in the autumn by red fruits with a yellow tinge. This is a delightful tree, popular with wildlife, for a smaller garden.

Crataegus Paul's Scarlet

Midland Hawthorn Tree

Crataegus Paul's Scarlet, also known as the Midland Hawthorn Tree, is a fairly compact tree that offers beautiful deep pink flowers and luscious green foliage. Paul's Scarlet is a deservedly popular variety of hawthorn and, with its maximum height of around 6m, it's perfect for the smaller garden. In spring, masses of deep-pink double flowers stud the branches and add a real burst of colour to the tree. The flowers are beautifully complimented by an abundance of slightly glossy, dark-green, leaves that are deeply lobed: their dark green sheen makes the perfect foil for the vibrant flowers. Come autumn, the leaves turn to crisp sunset shades of yellow and orange before falling. This is a great tree for a colourful statement. This is a relatively small garden tree, with a maximum height of around 6m, often less, making it well-suited to fairly restricted sites. It has an elegant and upright habit, with light branches, slightly pendulous at their tips. This is a hardy tree that will tolerate a range of soil types, positions and conditions: it will even thrive in coastal gardens and with city pollution. This tough tree also requires very little maintenance; our only recommendation is that you remove any broken or crossing branches in late autumn. We would recommend planting this alongside the delightful Crataegus laevigata 'Plena' as the creamy white flowers of the ‘Plena’ contrast beautifully with the fluffy pink flowers of the Paul's Scarlet. Common Name: Midland Hawthorn TreeLatin Name: Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet'Soil: Any soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: March to May/PinkHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 5m/4mSpecial features: Red fruits in autumn

Crataegus Rosea Flore Pleno

Midland Hawthorn Tree

Common Name: Midland Hawthorn TreeLatin Name: Crataegus laevigata 'Rosea Flore Pleno'Soil: Any soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: Late Spring/Double pinkHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 5m/4mSpecial features: A dense round-headed tree with thorny branches and shiny, deeply lobed leaves. (Deciduous)Crataegus laevigata 'Rosea Flore Pleno' is a rather exotic variety of the hawthorn family. It makes a small tree with a broad deep crown, though the branches themselves are quite slender. It has small, dark green, lobed leaves. In spring the double, densely petalled little flowers appear which are rose pink, with creamy centres.

Ficus Brown Turkey

Brown Turkey Fig Tre

Common Name: Brown Turkey Fig TreeLatin Name: Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'Soil: Tolerant of most soilsEventual Height and Spread: 4m x 3mPosition: Full sunFruit picking time: August/SeptemberFruit colour: Dark, pear shaped fruits with red flesh.The ‘Brown Turkey’ is a highly ornamental small tree, or large bush, which is one of the oldest fruit trees in cultivation. This fig tree is valued for its plentiful harvest of pear-shaped brown fruits, which have a red flesh, and a rich yet sweet taste. The ‘Brown Turkey’ has deeply lobed glossy green leaves which are the perfect foil for the purple-brown fruits. This heavy cropper will thrive in a sunny position and it will do particularly well when planted against a south facing wall.This tree has an eventual size of 4m x 3m but will grow well in a container with its roots restricted and this will also keep it more compact.

Gleditsia Sunburst

Honey Locust Tree

Common Name: Honey Locust TreeLatin Name: Gleditsia triacanthos 'Sunburst'Soil: All well drained soilsPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: March to May/ inconspicuous whiteHardiness: Fully hardyEventual height/spread: 7m/5mSpecial features: Thornless with golden yellow foliageGleditsia triacanthos 'Sunburst' is a handsome tree that has wonderful golden foliage in the spring. The leaves are very fine and delicate and turn green as the summer goes on. This honey locust is a thornless variety unlike many of its relatives. The tree has an open, spreading habit and grows to have a wonderfully rounded crown.

Laburnocytisus Adamii

Adam's Laburnum Tree

Common Name: Adam's Laburnum TreeLatin Name: Laburnocytisus AdamiiSoil: Will tolerate most soils.Position: Full sunFlowering period/colour: Spring/ Gold, purple and pink flowersHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 5m/2.5mSpecial features: A range of flowering colours, often appearing on the tree at the same time. The Adamii is a delightfully compact Laburnum tree that boasts the most unusual flowering display. In spring, fragrant pea-like flowers appear on the tree and it is common to get both golden yellow and deep purple flowers on the tree at the same time. Sometimes, a mix of the two colours appears on the tree which results in a coppery pink coloured flower. This unusual trait comes from the two parents of this tree, one of which is a Laburnum (yellow flowers) and the other is a purple broom. The leaves are more Laburnum-like than that of a broom, so they are dark green and hold their colour in spring and summer. This is the perfect tree for a smaller garden, but you should be aware that all parts of this tree are toxic to humans and animals when ingested - this applies to the seed pods in particular.

Malus Laura

Laura Crab Apple Tree

Common Name: Laura Crab Apple TreeLatin Name: Malus 'Laura'Soil: Fertile, well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April/Pink and WhiteHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 10 years: 3m x 1.5mSpecial features: Ideal for small gardens due to its naturally dwarf habit.Malus 'Laura' is a naturally dwarf tree with a good upright habit suitable for even the smallest garden. This charming variety of Crab Apple Tree is the perfect combination of seasonal colour and fruit.

 With its profuse spring blossom, decorative fruit, and compact growth habit, it can light up any outdoor space.Thriving in well-drained soil and adaptable to varying light conditions, the Malus ‘Laura’ is a resilient specimen. 

In spring, it showers your garden with an abundance of pale pink to white flowers, which are also fragrant.As the seasons move forwards, the Malus ‘Laura’ continues to deliver. In summer, its foliage provides a lovely backdrop, while in autumn, the leaves change to shades of gold and bronze, which really dial up the autumnal energy.One of the best features of this tree is its fruit. In late summer and early autumn, it offers clusters of large, maroon fruit, which are adored by local wildlife. The fruits are also perfect for making crab apple jelly due to very high pectin content (the natural gelling agent found in ripe fruits).With a projected height of 3 metres and a spread of 1 metre over a 20 year period, the Malus ‘Laura’ is a compact and manageable tree, making it suitable for gardens large or small.

 The Malus ‘Laura’ can work as standalone tree to show off its spring blossom. Alternatively, you can also plant it in mixed planting projects to give contrast and depth to your space.Pick up a Malus ‘Laura’ today and enjoy its colours, flowers and fruits for years on end.

Malus Red Sentinel

Crab Apple Tree

Malus Red Sentinel is a broadly upright deciduous tree, which gardeners love for its ever-changing year round interest. The Crab Apple Red Sentinel jumps into gear in early spring. The bright green leaves emerge and remain green throughout summer before turning golden-yellow in autumn. Spring also brings a scatter of pretty pink-white flowers which cover the tree and contrast beautifully with the green leaves. In autumn the flowers are replaced by small, cherry-like fruits that have a glossy coating. The deep red colours give your garden a real autumnal feel and the fruit also attracts local wildlife. Plus, the ruby-red fruits last through much of winter, making the Malus Red Sentinel a true spectacle all year long. 

The Crab Apple Red Sentinel flourishes in well-drained, fertile soil and is adaptable to full sun or partial shade. It will reach a height of around 5 metres with a spread of about 4 metres over 20 years, making it a great addition to gardens large or small.

 What gardeners also love about the Red Sentinel is that it’s pollution tolerant.Grow a Malus Red Sentinel today and enjoy its year-round show of colour. Common Name: Crab Apple TreeLatin Name: Malus x robusta 'Red Sentinel'Soil: Fertile, well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: May / WhiteHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 5m x 4mSpecial features: Large clusters of red fruits which persist all winter.

Malus Royal Beauty

Weeping Crab Apple Tree

Common Name: Weeping Crab Apple TreeLatin Name: Malus 'Royal Beauty'Soil: Fertile, well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: May/ Deep pinkHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 2.5m x 2.5mSpecial features: Dark red fruits in the autumn. Good for small gardens.The Malus 'Royal Beauty' is the perfect choice for a tree that has an ever-changing, year round interest. The leaves emerge as a bronzed red colour and turn purple-red in summer before a final burst of bronzed yellow in the autumn. A further interest is added in spring with the masses of deep pink flowers that bloom in April/ May. The final anual display comes in autumn with the dark red crab apples; these hold well into winter and are great for attracting birds. This tree has a weeping habit and is ideal for smaller gardens.

Malus Royalty

Crab Apple Tree

Common Name: Crab Apple TreeLatin Name: Malus 'Royalty'Soil: Fertile, well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April to May/ Crimson-purpleHardiness: Fully hardyEventual height/spread: 8m/8mSpecial features: Glossy, dark red fruit - black when ripe.Malus 'Royalty' is a well ordered, upright crab apple tree which spreads with age. It features dark purple leaves which have a beautiful shine to them when they are young. The leaves are complimented by clusters of large, deep pink flowers which bloom in spring.

Malus Rudolph

Crab Apple Tree

Common Name: Rudolph Crab Apple TreeLatin Name: Malus 'Rudolph'Soil: Fertile, well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April / Large pink single flowersHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 10 years: 4m x 3mSpecial features: Small dark purple fruits.Malus 'Rudolph' was named after the famous Reindeer due to its spectacular red rose flowers which are one of the largest single pink flowers on any Malus variety. It also has attractive dark green/purple leaves during the season making it a good summer tree. The crab apples are small, dark purple and persistent. This small upright tree has a good disease resistance giving a healthy appearance throughout the summer.

Malus tschonoskii

Crab Apple Tree

Malus tschonoskii is an erect, conical shaped tree native to Eastern Asia and Japan. White flowers, tinged with pink appear in April and May and the lightly scented flowers are popular with the bees. The silvery white young leaves darken with age then turn to give one of the best autumn displays of around, with bold yellow, orange purple and scarlet foliage. At the same time, the small, red-flushed, yellow-green crab apples appear and these make a great source of winter food for hungry birds. This tree maintains a narrow habit and is therefore the perfect choice adding colour to a restricted space.  Common Name: Tschonoskii Crab Apple TreeLatin Name: Malus tschonoskiiSoil: Fertile, well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April and May/ White flushed with pinkHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 6m x 3mSpecial features: One of the best autumn displays of colour.

Malus Wisley Crab

Crab Apple Tree

Common Name: Wisley Crab Apple TreeLatin Name: Malus 'Wisley Crab'Soil: Fertile, well-drained soilPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: Spring/RedHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 5m x 4mSpecial features: Extremely large crab apples which are great for making crab apple jelly.The 'Wisley Crab' is a crab apple tree like no other; it features purple foliage and the largest crab apples cultivated to date. The leaves are a deep purple-green colour and they are accompanied by pretty carmine flowers in spring. Come autumn, the flowers have turned into huge, glossy-red crab apples which are the size of dessert apples. The crab apples can be made into crab apple jelly.

Prunus Accolade

Flowering Cherry Tree

Common Name: Flowering Cherry TreeLatin Name: Prunus 'Accolade'Soil: Fertile, moist well-drained soilPosition: Full sunFlowering period/colour: April to May /Semi double pale pinkHardiness: Fully hardyHeight/ spread in 20 years: 5m x 4mSpecial features: A very graceful tree with rose-pink flowers.Charming semi-double, rose-pink flowers crowd the branches in mid-spring, dark green leaves turn a vibrant orange in autumn. This is one of the most reliable and prettiest cherries for the smaller garden, which often gives the best flower show when planted in full sun.

Prunus Amanogawa

Japanese Flowering Cherry Tree

Prunus Amanogawa is a narrow and columnar Japanese cherry tree which is perfect for a garden with restricted space. It features dense clusters of fragrant pink flowers and eye-catching foliage. This is also a great choice for vivid autumn colour. The Amanogawa is a compact tree with a very upright habit and densely-packed branches, making it the perfect choice for the smaller garden. In spring, an abundance of deep pink semi-double flowers appear in clusters: the flowers are sweetly scented and smell of almonds, which makes this tree a delightful addition to a sensory garden. The spring flowers are accompanied by green-bronze leaves, and the leaves mature to a brighter green come summer. The leaves are ovate in shape and are serrated at the edge. A final burst of life comes in autumn when the foliage takes on a stunning array of autumnal colours: the leaves turn to shades of burnt orange, deep red and crisp yellow before falling. The upright shape of the Amanogawa makes it ideal for planting as a structural tree and it works well when planted alongside another upright tree like Sorbus Autumn Spire. The name 'Amanogawa' means 'River of the sky' in Japanese, and this Japanese native was originally found planted along the Arakawa River in Japan. This delightful tree was brought to the UK in the early 20th century, and it is now one of our most popular trees here at Mail Order Trees. Common Name: Japanese Flowering CherryLatin Name: Prunus 'Amanogawa'Soil: Tolerates most soil typesPosition: Full sunFlowering period/colour: April /PinkHardiness: Fully hardyHeight/spread in 20 years: 6m x 2mSpecial features: Compact habit. Perfect for the small garden.

Prunus Asano

Japanese Flowering Cherry Tree

Common Name: Japanese Flowering CherryLatin Name: Prunus 'Asano’ Soil: Tolerates most soil typesPosition: Full sunFlowering period/colour: April / Pink and white.Hardiness: Fully hardyHeight/spread in 20 years: 5m x 2.5mSpecial features: ‘Pom pom’ flower heads that have up to 100 petals on. The ‘Asano’ is a real showstopper. This Japanese cherry has highly distinctive flowers that are packed with rose pink petals, creating an eye-catching ‘pom pom’ shape. The spring flowers are accompanied by bronzed foliage and this later matures to a dark green by summer. The slender, serrated leaves add further interest in autumn when they turn to oranges and reds. This upright, slender tree is perfect for the smaller garden and it makes an excellent specimen. Position it in a sunny spot to get the best autumn colour. Trustpilot