As an all-year-round focal point and to give a permanent structure to a garden, a mature evergreen tree is difficult to beat. Species such as Quercus ilex (Evergreen Oak) have a magnificent presence whilst others such as the Eucalyptus enhance with leaves that reflect the light and gently rustle in the breeze.
Eucalyptus are quick growing ( 1-2 metres per year ), with leaves that tend to hang vertically providing partial shade and they contain aromatic oils. A well-drained site is required . Thrives in full sun.
Sizes available from 3m in height plus.
With its spiny, deep green leaves and bright red berries the holly is a popular choice in gardens and estates alike. It is not fussy about soil types and thrives in sun or shade.
Sizes available from 2.5m in height plus.
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The Bay Laurel is a broadly conical tree with dark green glossy leaves smooth and leathery to touch, a small star-shaped fragrant yellowish flower which are produced in late spring early summer. They will grow in any reasonable soil, thrives in both sun and shade.
Sizes available from 2.5m in height plus.
The Magnolia leaves are usually oval and smooth edged. The flowers are normally large, fragrant and solitary, come in white, yellow , pink or purple and varying shapes. Magnolias like deep, rich well drained soil and thrive in sun or partial shade.
Sizes available from 2m in height plus.
These long lived evergreen trees have leathery, narrow to broad leaves and very small off white flowers which are followed by the fruit. Olives prefer well drained, fertile soil, reasonably summer temperatures but sufficiently cool winters to induce flowering.
Sizes available from 1.5m in height / 25cm girth plus.
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If you want to add a tropical feel to your garden there is nothing quite like using a Palm. With many different varieties forming different shapes and sizes. They will grow in well drained soil in both sunny and sheltered area.
Sizes available from 3m in height plus.
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This round-headed dense evergreen has either toothed or entire leaves which are silver grey at first, but become a lustrous dark green with age. It will grow in almost any soils and thrives best in full sun and is particularly good in coastal positions.
Sizes available from 3m in height / 18cm girth plus.
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