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colour Fruit : Ornamental cherries produce little to no edible fruit Wildlife Value : Depends on blossom colour Fruit : Abundant small fruits, often edible when cooked (ideal for jellies) Wildlife Value : Colour Many have bronze/red foliage Some yellow/orange tones Fruit Minimal or small, not edible Small Top Tip: Planting both cherry and crab apple trees together creates layered spring colour and supports Browse all flowering trees by size, blossom colour, and wildlife value at Bowhayes Trees .

Table of Contents Container Grown vs Bare Root Trees Fruit Trees vs Blossoming Trees Autumn Colour vs Autumn Colour vs Wildlife Interest Trees When autumn arrives, some trees burst into dazzling displays Autumn colour trees  are perfect for gardeners who want a striking focal point or seasonal variation, Feature Autumn Colour Trees Wildlife Interest Trees Visual Appeal Vibrant red, orange, and yellow foliage Decorative gardens Autumn Colour Trees Foliage display Aesthetic impact Wildlife Trees Habitat creation

Looking for a small tree that adds vibrant colour, seasonal interest, and supports local wildlife? With their pink or magenta spring blossoms, colourful heart-shaped leaves, and compact size, redbuds and autumn. Key Features: Magenta-pink spring flowers on bare branches Rich burgundy-purple foliage Autumn colour Desired Features:  For colourful foliage, try Rising Sun or Eternal Flame.

Whether grown as specimen trees or part of a woodland setting, their coppery autumn colour and smooth , and rich foliage colour late in the season. Its leaf texture and yellow-gold autumn colour soften the beech’s copper hues. Dogwood (Cornus alba, Cornus kousa) Known for winter colour and wildlife value, Dogwoods shine beneath , Spindle adds colour and wildlife value to any planting.

With their vibrant spring blossom, colourful autumn berries, and hardy nature, hawthorns are both ornamental Whether you're creating a wildlife-friendly garden or simply want a splash of colour, there’s a hawthorn Autumn Colour : Many varieties offer fiery foliage in autumn and eye-catching berries. Key Features: Rare ornamental hybrid White flowers and orange-red fruits Autumn foliage colour Ideal With a wide range of colours, forms, and benefits, hawthorn trees are a brilliant addition to any British

Benefits:  Mass spring blossom for pollinators; autumn haws for birds; fast growth; fantastic stock-proof Benefits:  Vibrant autumn colour; valuable to aphid predators; supports moth species. Benefits:  Summer flowers for insects; autumn hips for birds; adds height and scrambling structure. Benefits:  Striking pink autumn fruits; supports dozens of moth species. Benefits:  Autumn colour; berries for birds; stems provide winter structure.

The days shorten, temperatures cool, and autumn colours set the landscape ablaze. With cooler soils, steady rainfall, and vibrant seasonal colour, it’s the perfect time to add trees and In spring, they’re covered with blossom loved by pollinators, while in autumn their fruits add colour Japanese Maple Acer palmatum ‘Crimson Queen’  is one of the finest Japanese Maples for autumn colour. The trees and shrubs you add now will reward you with spring blossom , summer shade, fiery autumn colour

Whether you’re designing a small garden or a woodland edge, these trees enhance Birch with seasonal colour colour, UK native Mixed native or conservation planting Dogwood Cornus kousa / Cornus mas Bracts, fruit colour, and bird-attracting berries. Dogwood (Cornus kousa / Cornus mas) Dogwoods provide colour and form throughout the year, from spring Bowhayes tip:  Choose dogwood cultivars with bold winter colour to amplify the drama of Birch trunks

Maple trees (Acer species) are popular across the UK for their elegant branching, vibrant autumn colour colour but should be pruned lightly in mid to late summer. Confidence Learning how to prune a maple tree correctly helps protect its health, structure, and seasonal colour Can pruning improve autumn colour? Indirectly, yes. A healthy, well-shaped canopy supports stronger growth and seasonal colour.

colour, there's an ornamental tree for every garden size and setting. For vibrant colour and wildlife interest, Yellow Berried Rowan ‘Joseph Rock’ (Sorbus 'Joseph Rock')   Autumn Colour Come autumn, Japanese maple ( Acer palmatum)  cultivars such as Japanese Maple ( Acer Purpose Are you planting for year-round colour, privacy, wildlife value, or seasonal interest? colour.

Hawthorns (Crataegus species) are hardy, adaptable trees known for their spring flowers, autumn berries Key benefits include: Spring blossom  – white, pink, or crimson flowers Autumn berries (haws)  – colourful colour and ornamental fruit Very hardy and reliable Crataegus × lavalleei ‘Carrierei’ Glossy foliage colour and fruit Reliable and ornamental Choosing the right variety depends on the available space, desired blossom colour, and whether wildlife value is a priority.

Key Benefits of Tree Pairing Seasonal interest:   Blossom , autumn colour , bark, and evergreen structure colour Wind resilience Mixed species with different canopy structures Reduces wind damage compared to Flame’ or ‘Redpointe’ + Sorbus ‘Olympic Flame’ Autumn colour and contrast Shared soil preferences, complementary canopy shapes, intense seasonal colour without overcrowding Medium to large gardens The Bridal Pair Flame’ Selected for dramatic colour contrast, this pairing delivers intense autumn tones while maintaining