evergreen shrubs - A Selection

An evergreen azalea with pale green leaves. The flowers are a beautiful pure white with a greenish centre. Flowers April-May. Height 90-100cm.

Ceanothus delilianus Plant - Gloire de Versailles Ceanothus delilianus 'Gloire de Versailles' is a rather fancy hardy shrub not only for its classy French name but also due to its appearance. You can expect large clouds of powder blue clusters of tiny flowers, that perfectly complient fresh green foliage. From July all the way through to the end of August these blooms will catch your eye and attract many pollinating insects! This dreamy Californian lilac is easy to grow and will reach an equal

Perfect for pots and small gardens, this beautiful dwarf rhododendron produces a stunning display of pale lilac funnel-shaped blooms, held in clusters to light up your spring garden.

Rhododendron 'Silberwolke' is a dense, well-branched evergreen shrub that grows into a rounded shrub with little upkeep. This Yakushimanum hybrid is stunning in bloom and is deserving of its RHS AGM. The feathery white blooms emerge from purple-pink buds, providing a striking contrast to the deep, lustrous foliage. It's a lovely addition to acid borders, offering a burst of spring colour to shaded areas. Height and spread: 130 cm (52).

A deciduous, bushy shrub with attractive foliage that changes from bronze-tinged through green to red during the year. Domed clusters of fragrant, pink flowers are produced during the spring, followed by red berries that turn dark to black. Flowers April-May. Height 200-250cm.

Especially dark foliage provides a dramatic backdrop for very dark red, double flowers.

Rhododendron 'Dopey' has large clusters of deep red blooms that transition to pink at the edges. These sturdy, tiny shrubs with a compact heap of evergreen foliage are dwarf, dome-shaped plants. They are one of the evergreen rhododendrons in the Yakushimanum group and have been awarded an RHS AGM. These are a great option for a patio container or the front of acid borders. Height and spread: 90 cm (36).

Rhododendron 'XXL Pink Tiger' is an exciting new hybrid rhododendron featuring extra-large flowers paired with a neat, rounded habit. Rhododendron 'XXL Pink Tiger' boasts bright pink blooms measuring up to an impressive 8cm across.

Camellia sasanqua 'Hino De Gumo' is a delightful evergreen shrub that enchants garden enthusiasts with its elegant, single pink blooms and lustrous foliage. This plant is particularly prized for its ability to provide visual interest during the transition from autumn to winter, a time when many other plants have already faded. Its compact, bushy form and rounded silhouette make it an attractive addition to various garden settings, ensuring it stands out while also complementing surrounding

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).

Camellia japonica ?Winter Perfume Pink? is a charming shrub that brings a touch of beauty to the grey days of late winter and early spring. Its compact size makes it ideal for large containers, allowing you to enjoy its delicate blooms indoors even on the coldest days. The soft pink single flowers, with their informal petals, surround a cluster of golden stamens, creating a striking contrast. Place it near a doorway, and as the weather warms, step outside to savor its sweet fragrance. The

A superb new self fertile variety that produces the most breathtaking display of berries, even without a nearby pollinator! Flattened heads of creamy white, summer flowers are followed by abundant clusters of pale green berries which gradually ripen through white, deep pink, blue and eventually black.

Viburnum plicatum var. plicatum 'Popcorn' gets its name from the masses upon masses of popcorn-shaped flowers that appear in spring, almost completely covering the foliage! This splendid shrub's leaves fall later in the year, but not before they have provided you with one last exhibit of vibrant reds and purples. The deeply veined, dark green, leathery leaves that distinguish this Viburnum variety are tightly populated on this resilient deciduous shrub, making it very sturdy and usually quite

Rhododendron 'Graziella' is a totally robust, evergreen rhododendron with tall, slender, deep green leaves that add appeal throughout the year in a mixed ericaceous border. It makes a lovely mound with its spreading habit, offering colour and form while requiring minimal upkeep throughout the year. Late spring and early summer bring clusters of pink bell-shaped blooms. Height: 120cm (4'). Spread: 150cm (5').