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Magnolia trees, celebrated for their spectacular blooms and vibrant greenery, are a timeless choice for Planting Your Magnolia Tree Timing:  The best time to plant a magnolia tree is in early spring or late Here are a few popular options: Magnolia 'Venus'  – Deep pink, cup-shaped blooms make this variety a showstopper for spring gardens. Magnolia 'Elizabeth'  – Elegant creamy yellow blossoms bring warmth and uniqueness to larger gardens,

Seasonal interest  – From spring blossom to autumn harvests, fruiting plants bring beauty as well as Plum Trees Prunus cerasifera 'Spring Glow' is an ornamental cherry plum, it offers striking deep purple foliage and vibrant pink blossoms in early spring.  It blooms with attractive white flowers in spring and is suitable for smaller gardens due to its compact Sheltered spots, away from strong winds, are best for blossom and pollination.

With its clusters of bright red, orange, or yellow berries , delicate feathery foliage , and soft spring From thrushes and blackbirds feasting on the berries  to bees and hoverflies drawn to its spring blossom & Fieldfares Flock in during colder months Autumn & Winter Thrushes Feed on both berries & insects Spring The blossoms in spring also attract bees and pollinators , offering year-round wildlife support. s not just birds that love Rowan Trees: Pollinators : Bees and hoverflies flock to its creamy-white spring

Season of Interest : White blossoms in late spring, but its real charm is in autumn with dark red berries It’s also traditionally used in hedgerows. 2. Season of Interest : Displays a blend of yellow, orange, and red crab apples in autumn, plus pale pink blossoms in spring.

Cercis canadensis ‘Hearts of Gold’ – Pretty pea-like flowers emerge purple in Spring on bare branches Compact, with a rounded crown, it blossoms in early spring with an abundance of vibrant double-pink flowers In late spring, young copper foliage opens with tiny yellow-green flowers. compact tree, making it a great choice for smaller gardens, and it has beautiful clusters of white blossoms in spring.

red-berried varieties of rowan trees are the most familiar across the UK, often found in traditional gardens, hedgerows Why It Was Once Called the 'Witch Tree' ) Top Tip : Red rowans tend to stand out best against green hedges Their spring blossom is also a magnet for pollinators. featured in the RHS’s list of plants for pollinators , supporting bees and other beneficial insects during spring They prefer well-drained soil , full sun or dappled shade , and benefit from a light mulch in spring.

year gives them the best chance to thrive, whether you're growing a flowering cherry (prunus) for spring Spring Planting (March–May) Spring is a fantastic time to get ornamental trees established especially plant : Consider planting flowering cherries  (Prunus) or crab apples  (Malus) , which offer beautiful blossom Avoid heavy pruning—save it for late winter or early spring. In spring, apply a slow-release fertiliser and mulch to retain moisture.

A mature Magnolia soulangeana in full bloom — these iconic spring flowers thrive with minimal pruning Seasonal Impact:  Most magnolias bloom in early spring before their leaves emerge, creating a dramatic Enrich the soil with organic matter and balanced fertiliser  in spring. Starry white flowers Flowering time Mid-spring Early spring Best for Large gardens Small gardens & containers Happy planting, and here’s to a garden full of spring colour!

Crab apple trees are cherished for their stunning blossoms, colourful fruits, and overall ornamental Fertilising: Apply a balanced fertiliser, such as a 10-10-10 formulation, in early spring before new Pruning: Prune crab apple trees in late winter or early spring while they are still dormant.

It stands out beautifully against spring greenery. 4. Avoid pruning in winter or early spring as this will remove flower buds and reduce blooming. As they grow, the arching branches will form a fragrant tunnel in spring. The best time to plant a lilac tree is in autumn or early spring, when the tree is dormant. Lilacs should be pruned just after flowering, usually in late spring or early summer.

Whether planting Carpinus betulus (hornbeam) for hedging, Acer campestre (field maple) for seasonal For wildlife-friendly gardens and natural hedging , species such as Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn), Prunus It also highlights the role of hedging plants, pollinator-friendly flowers, and ground cover species   Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)  – Ideal for hedging, with spring blossom and red berries. Beech (Fagus sylvatica)  – A popular choice for hedging and woodland planting.

Benefits: Provides year-round interest with its spring blossoms and autumn fruits; acts as a natural Benefits: Produces stunning spring blooms, adding seasonal interest to the garden. Feed in Spring: In the time when the trees are producing new leaves and growth, they can use up a lot