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A tree that has been grown in the field and then lifted out of the ground when dormant. Available from November to March. The roots are more open and the direct contact with the soil encourages them to settle in and establish more readily.
These are 2yr old trees that have been grown 1yr in the field and the second in a pot. Container trees can be planted at any time of the year but establish best when planted during the autumn and need to be watered well during the first summer.
Flowering Dogwoods
One of the best silver variegated shrubs, forming a dense bush of 3m. Leaves creamy white margin.
North American Flowering Dogwood
North American Flowering Dogwood. Dark green foliage. Pure white bracts. Rich autumn colour. Height after 10yr 4m/13ft.
Chinese Dogwood
Small tree producing a profusion of pure white bracts alongside bronze, tinted green foliage. Rich autumn colours.
A fine upright form with brightly coloured young stems. Tiny green flowers surrounded by large, white bracts.
Large creamy white bracts turn pale pink as it ages followed by red fruits in late summer. Purple-red autumn colour.
Pure white bracts weigh down the branches, justifying the name. Red autumn foliage with pink and gold tints.
Elegant shrub with rich bronze/crimson autumn colours. White flowers in June, followed by strawberry like fruits.
Cornelian Cherry
Spreading, open habit. Oval green leaves, reddish purple in autumn. Yellow flowers in February with edible fruit.
A vigorous medium size shrub ideal for coppicing, with its spectacular orange yellow stems in winter.
Dogwood
Small compact upright habit. Large white flowerheads in April and brilliant autumn colour.
Wedding Cake Tree (Dogwood)
Striking silver margined leaves displayed on horizontal branches. Clusters of creamy flowers in May.
Profusion of light pink bracts which go a deeper pink as they age. Green, ribbed leaves, turn red and purple in autumn