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local soils and weather Supportive of UK birds, insects, and mammals Lower maintenance  than non-native varieties birds Layered planting:  Combine taller trees with native shrubs like Dogwood, Spindle, or Hazel for multi-level ✔️Sourced and grown in Devon ✔️Wildlife-friendly varieties ✔️Available in hedging, pleached, or specimen Yes—native trees support a greater variety of UK wildlife, require fewer resources to thrive, and fit Compact native options like Field Maple or columnar Rowan varieties such as 'Autumn Spire' are perfect

Top Skinny Trees for Small Spaces Here are some of the best skinny tree varieties to consider for your Fastigiate Hornbeam) Hornbeams are known for their tolerance to a range of soil types, and this upright variety on Vertical Layers:  Add depth by layering with ground cover or small shrubs, which creates a lush, multi-dimensional

silver leaf disease Lilac ( Syringa meyeri 'Palibin' ) After flowering Trim spent blooms and older stems Salix alba 'Britzensis' ) Late winter Hard prune to 10–30cm above base (pollard) Promotes bold new stem Spring-flowering varieties should be pruned after flowering, while trees like birch and maple are best

Amelanchier ( Amelanchier canadensis ):  Multi-season interest in tight spaces. Localized UK Tree Varieties Certain regions of the UK are home to unique or locally significant tree varieties: Manchester and Surrounding Areas: Manchester Poplar ( Populus nigra var. betulifolia ):  A Next Steps Planting the right tree in the right place ensures beauty, resilience, and ecological benefits

In this guide, we highlight the best flowering cherry varieties for small gardens and patios in the UK Pollinator Support : Varieties with single or semi-double flowers provide early nectar for bees and other Not all flowering trees deliver this level of multi-season interest in such a neat form. Yes—compact varieties like ‘The Bride’ or ‘Amanogawa’ thrive in containers with the right care.

especially in dry spells Pruning:  Shape once in summer and again in early autumn to maintain a tight screen Stem A pleached tree is trained to have a straight, clear stem with a flat, square canopy—like a hedge on Most pleached trees have a clear stem height of 1.8–2.2 metres, topped with a framed canopy (crown) that

Choosing varieties with a proven track record of vibrant autumn foliage ensures your tree makes an impact Impact Pair your cherry tree with other late-season plants for maximum effect: Cornus alba  – fiery stems No, some ornamental varieties — especially those bred for flower density — have less intense autumn foliage These vary by variety and growing conditions. Whether you want a front garden showpiece or a lawn centrepiece, these varieties offer extended visual

Healthy trees are a cornerstone of any vibrant garden, but they can face challenges from a variety of Ash Dieback (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus) Symptoms:  Wilting leaves, blackened stems, and lesions where branches

We're delighted to offer a beautiful range of varieties that will be a great addition to any garden, is that the bud's colour is often completely different from the emerging flower, giving a stunning multi-tonal Double-flowering varieties can last for up to nearly two weeks! You can expect to see blossoms between mid-spring and late spring, depending on varieties and regions However, we do have two varieties, 'Jelly King' and 'Indian Magic', that are particularly good for use

Unlike deciduous varieties, evergreens retain their foliage all year, offering uninterrupted screening—even Female varieties produce bright red berries that support birds in winter. Top Varieties: Ilex aquifolium 'J.C. More refined than its cousin Cherry Laurel, Portuguese Laurel has elegant dark green leaves and red stems

There's something deeply satisfying about stepping into your own garden and picking fresh fruit straight Cherries Early to mid summer Fully coloured, firm, and pull easily from stem. Pick in dry weather. Others, especially many apple and pear varieties, require a pollination partner. Always check the variety’s pollination group. Choose dwarf or patio varieties, and make sure the pot is well-drained and fed regularly.

BN7 and BN11 are “capital items” under the Countryside Stewardship scheme in England. Planting Your BN7 or BN11 Hedge: Step-by-Step Once your grant is approved, the next job is to get the for roots to hang naturally Plant at the same depth as in the nursery  (look for the soil mark on the stem guards or small shelters help improve survival Remove guards after 2–3 years so they do not constrict stems Hand-weed, hoe, use a guarded spot-spray or weed-wiper where allowed Avoid strimmers close to young stems