evergreen shrubs - A Selection

A compact and evergreen shrub with deep green leaves that have pronounced veins. Small white-pink flowers are borne on flattened heads followed by metallic blue berries that turn black and last throughout the winter. Flowers April-May. Height 100-150cm.

This Rhododendron forms a compact, rounded, evergreen shrub with deep silver-green foliage. Vibrant pink buds will erupt in late spring to reveal large, pink, trumpet-like blooms with an eye-catching crimson splodge, and fade to white as they mature. Rhododendron ?Flanagan's Daughter? is ideal for growing in containers in limited growing spaces such as terraces and courtyards, as well as small gardens with lime-free soil. Yakushimanum Rhododendrons are fully hardy, cope well in full sun, have

This exciting variety brings an interesting new twist! The young growth is a handsome copper-orange colour, turning to chocolate brown before it eventually matures to dark green.

Good in cold, exposed or coastal gardens

Grown for its glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of starry white blooms that open from pink buds, this variety is well-deservedly popular. When few other plants dare to blossom in the dead of winter, the flowers appear. Metallic blue berries follow the flowers, creating an eye-catching show. Viburnum tinus 'Eve Price' is a dense, spreading evergreen shrub with a bushy, rounded shape. It will prove invaluable for its year-round color and intrigue when planted in mixed borders, forest areas,

Rhododendron 'Gibraltar' is a RHS AGM variant that is quite spectacular and makes a wonderful shaded acid border plant. This deciduous Exbury hybrid belongs to the well-known Azalea group. The vivid orange blossoms with dramatic ruffled borders and a flash of yellow are ablaze with colour in May. It is robust, like all Azaleas, and thrives in a chilly, north-facing location. Height and spread: 120 cm (48).

This petite version of the ever-popular Stransvaesia offers a big splash of spring colour and all-year-round foliage interest to smaller spaces.Photinia x fraseri 'Little Fenna' is a dwarf, evergreen shrub that makes a surprisingly big statement in spring when the young shoots and leaves emerge a brilliant pink against the older, dark green leaves. In April/May, clusters of creamy-white foliage appear whilst the foliage matures to deep green over the summer. This dense and bushy shrub is

As the name suggests, Rhododendron 'Fireball? is a blaze of colour in late spring. Flame-red blooms appear in dense clusters at the stem tips, among copper coloured foliage that slowly matures to green.

Viburnum opulus 'Nanum' is ideal for those gardeners who don't have an abundance of land but are looking to add interest to their garden with a range of colours during the year. This Dwarf Guelder Rose is non-invasive and won't overwhelm your garden with masses of flowers and berries like some other varieties. Developing an eye-catching spherical, mounded habit when mature, this impressive shrub boasts small green maple-like foliage that changes from yellow to red and then dark purple during

Rhododendron 'Shamrock' is a clean and compact shrub that forms a well-behaved evergreen mound. With its green-tinted buds and soft yellow flowers, this beautiful dwarf hybrid embodies the freshness of spring. From April through May, the blooms cover their beautiful, dark green leaves. It's a great specimen shrub for front borders, woodland margins, rock gardens, and containers. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 90 cm (36).

Boasting colourful, glossy young foliage on vertical stems, Photinia x fraseri 'Carré Rouge' is a real treat for the eyes! Vivid red leaves will emerge in late spring to create an eye-catching contrast with its mature green leaves. 'Carré Rouge' has a neat habit and is more compact and dense than its parent ?Red Robin?, making this hardy shrub a much more suitable choice for hedging. Can be clipped but requires little attention once established. Height: 250cm (98). Spread: 200cm (78).

Rhododendron 'Bollywood' delights with dazzling magenta blooms in spring, creating a striking display. Its unique semi-evergreen foliage showcases silver-variegated leaves for year-round allure. This compact, bushy shrub brings bold flower colour to spring displays whilst its attractive foliage continues to supply interest throughout the season. Its low, rounded shape suits container plantings or borders with acid soil, rewarding for many years with little effort. Height and Spread: 90cm

Rhododendron 'XXL White Flamingo' is an exciting new hybrid rhododendron featuring extra-large flowers paired with a neat, rounded habit. Rhododendron 'XXL White Flamingo' features white flowers with a pink blush that emerge from pink buds, the blooms measuring up to an impressive 8cm across.

Camellia japonica ?Virginia Franco? is an evergreen shrub with shiny leathery foliage and beautiful medium sized formal double white flowers with pink stripes. They do not require pruning and will happily live in containers. Flowers February-April. Height 150-200cm.

An exquisite variety - pristine white double flowers look heavenly against the dramatic dark green foil of evergreen foliage.