evergreen shrubs - A Selection

This deciduous shrub is known as the Japanese Snowball Bush because of its lace-capped, white flowers, which bloom from late spring to early summer in an exquisite, eye-catching display. The spreading, tiered branches of the heart-shaped green foliage of Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum are super famous. As autumn approaches, the leaves turn red and purple, adding late-season interest to garden borders. This large shrub looks great in cottage gardens, woodland areas, or as a standalone specimen.

Above its dark evergreen foliage, Rhododendron fastigiatum 'Blue Steel' displays vivid purple blooms in April. With a silvery-blue sheen to their upper surface, the leathery leaves of this dwarf mix are very appealing. It makes a superb showpiece plant in containers, rock gardens, or planted in groups at the front of acid borders, having been awarded an RHS AGM for its amazing garden performance. This dwarf mix is incredibly petite, making it perfect for even the tiniest of gardens! Height:

Rhododendron 'Tinkerbird' is a charming, compact hybrid known for its vibrant flowers and exceptional fragrance. It?s a hardy, dwarf variety that makes an excellent choice for smaller gardens, containers, or as part of a rock garden. Its compact form makes it suitable for containers, small garden beds, or even as an accent plant in larger landscapes.This variety stands out for its stunning blooms. In early to mid-spring (usually May), pink buds open to reveal delicate, glistening white

Rhododendron Harvest Moon, a Knap Hill hybrid, is a rarely encountered English breeding variety. If planted in ericaceous soil, it makes a lovely deciduous shrub for an acid border or large pot. In May, just as the leaves appear, trusses of delicately fragrant, trumpet-shaped, sunset yellow-orange flowers bloom on bare stalks. The leaf starts off golden, then turns green in the summer before becoming red and bronze in the fall. Height and spread: 1.5m (5').

Ceanothus 'Italian Skies', commonly known as Californian Lilac, is a striking evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant deep blue flower clusters that smother the plant in April and May. Awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this variety provides exceptional garden performance and year-round structure with its glossy, dark green foliage. Ideal for sunny borders, this medium-sized shrub reaches around 150cm in height and spreads to 250cm, making it a wonderful choice for creating a colourful

Ceanothus x pallida 'Marie Simon' is a deciduous shrub with long oval mid-green leaves and fluffy clusters of pink flowers in late spring and early summer, sometimes with a second flush of flowers in late summer or early autumn. It needs a sunny, sheltered site and a moist, well drained soil. A lovely and unusual shrub for a mixed border or against a sunny wall. Height 100-150cm.  

Just breathtaking! Rhododendron 'Red and Gold' is one of the best variegated varieties around. The deep evergreen foliage is decorated with broad, uneven gold margins that make a handsome shrub all year round. Dense clusters of vivid red, funnel-like blooms create a striking display in early May. A beautiful dwarf hybrid that makes a wonderful feature plant for exotic planting schemes with acid soil, as well as making a superb stand-alone specimen. Height: 100cm (39). Spread: 150cm (59).

An evergreen azalea with a spreading growth habit. The leaves are small and mid green in colour, the flowers are a beautiful bright crimson red. Flowers April-May. Height 90-100cm.

Camellias are stunning low-maintenance hardy shrubs that present impressively large semi-double blooms often in vibrant colours which are complimented very well by the plant’s glossy dark green foliage. The Camellia tricolour is the result of a unique growing concept of planting 3 different coloured camellias close together so that once they grow; they give the illusion of a single camellia plant baring 3 different flower colours. They are brilliant plants for acidic borders but can also

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Millerton Point' is a charming, compact evergreen shrub that stands out for its lush, glossy leaves and delightful soft blue flowers that bloom in spring. This variety is particularly well-suited for coastal and urban gardens, where its neat and tidy appearance can enhance the landscape. The small, dark green leaves create a dense canopy, providing a vibrant backdrop that remains attractive throughout the year, making it a wonderful choice for those looking to add

A dwarf rhododendron with beautiful cherry-red flowers that have dark veins and spots. The leaves are very dark green and slightly curled. Prefers a cooler location. Flowers May-June. Height 40-60cm.

Rhododendron 'Sneezy' is an excellent specimen plant for a forest garden, acid border, or patio container. The vivid cerise pink blooms fade to a paler pink in the centre and have a splash of burgundy at the throat. This vigorously growing, free-flowering cultivar forms a dense, bushy, evergreen shrub with a charming rounded habit. The Seven Dwarfs Series Rhododendron 'Sneezy' is indeed a vivid Yakushimanum hybrid.Height and spread: 80cm (32).

Rhododendron 'Encore Autumn Fire' is a striking semi-evergreen variety from the Azalea Group, known for its exceptional repeat blooming in autumn, especially when grown in a sunny location. In mid-spring, it produces a stunning display of large, semi-double flowers that brighten up garden borders. As the seasons change, the blooms return in autumn, coinciding with the foliage?s transformation into a rich purple hue. In colder climates, it may shed some leaves over winter, but fresh, glossy

A low growing, spreading variety that makes an elegant feature plant for a rockery or planted en masse at the edge of acid woodlands. From Aril to May, Rhododendron 'Gumpo White' is covered in large, white blooms that stand out beautifully against the dark evergreen leaves.

These Box Ball plants in their stylish planters are ideal for adding a welcoming touch to doorways and entrances and a formal evergreen focal point in the garden for year-round structure. A pair of neatly clipped, carefully positioned Box balls are the perfect way to create an elegant entranceway. Common Box is a great choice for wildlife, blooming in April and May each year. Buxus sempervirens is well known for its slow growth rate which makes it conveniently low-maintenance. Grow Common Box