Deciduous Trees and Shrubs

Spiraea Goldflame is a compact, mound-forming deciduous shrub that puts on a colourful show from spring through summer. Its fresh new foliage emerges bronze-red, gradually glowing into bright golden yellow before maturing to green. From mid-summer, clusters of rich dark-pink flowers burst into bloom, creating a striking contrast against the foliage. Compact, hardy and easy to grow, Goldflame is ideal for low hedges, borders, mass planting or adding a splash of seasonal colour to smaller gardens.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought, frost, and coastal tolerant. Protect from the hot afternoon sun.
Size: Height 0.80m x width 0.80m

Cornus Wolf Eyes is a moderately growing deciduous tree with striking variegated light green and creamy white foliage. In spring, it produces soft cream and green flowers followed by glossy red berries that add seasonal interest. As autumn arrives, the foliage develops attractive pink and red tones before falling. With maturity, it forms elegant horizontal branching that creates a distinctive layered habit. Wolf Eyes is highly valued for its ornamental appeal and ability to brighten shaded areas of the garden, while also attracting bees, butterflies, and birds, making it an excellent choice for pollinator-friendly plantings.

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Partial shade. Frost tolerant.
Size: Height 3m x width 3m

Bring instant tropical luxury to your garden with Plumeria rubra Red. This stunning small deciduous tree has an upright, elegant habit and produces glorious clusters of deep red-pink blooms. Their rich, velvety tones create a striking contrast against the lush green foliage, making it a true statement plant. The intoxicating fragrance of the flowers enhances any outdoor space, whether grown as a specimen tree in the garden or displayed in large decorative pots on balconies, patios, and courtyards.

Soil: Well-drained soil
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought and coastal tolerant. It does require shelter from frost and cold winds.
Size: Height 4-6m x width 4-6m

Pyrus Capital is a fast-growing ornamental pear with a mass display of beautiful pink-tinged white flowers in spring. This attractive deciduous tree produces dark green foliage that transforms to a brilliant red-purple before falling in late autumn, providing stunning colour variation and contrast. The narrow growth habit makes it ideal for use in space-restricted areas and along narrow median strips and driveways.

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Tolerant of drought and light frosts.
Size: Height 10m x width 3m

Prunus Sugar Plum Dwarf is a popular plum variety producing small elongated, oval fruit with deep red skin and sweet, yellow flesh. Its dwarf size makes it ideal for smaller gardens, pots, or urban spaces, while still delivering a generous harvest. In early spring, the tree produces beautiful white blossoms, adding ornamental value before the fruit develops. The fruit is perfect for stewing, preserving jams, cooking or eating fresh from the tree. The late-blooming Sugar Plum is a semi-clingstone and is considered partially self-fertile. It will benefit from pollinators such as Damson, and Prune Robe de Sergeant. Prune the tree when planting to encourage new growth. Once mature, it will require little pruning.

Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil. Fertilise when planting and again after new growth appears.
Conditions: Sunny position. Prefers areas with late frosts or cool, rainy, spring weather.
Size: Height 1.5-2m x width 1-1.5m

Pyrus Beurre Bosc is the quintessential pear that melts in your mouth like sorbet. The pear tree is endowed with beautiful blossoms during spring, followed by glossy leaves in summer, and a bounty of juicy sweet fruit in autumn. Elegant, elongated russet-brown pears with rich, sweet, slightly grainy flesh to enjoy fresh, baked or poached. Always plant more than one variety for cross-pollination. 

Soil: Best suited to well-drained, organic-rich soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Frost and drought hardy.
Size: Height 6m x width 4m

Elevate your home orchard with the delectable Red Fuji Apple! This exceptional variety entices with its deliciously sweet and aromatic flavour, which reaches perfection when left to hang on the tree. Adorned with a dull pinkish-red blush over a green-yellow background, these apples are as beautiful as they are tasty. The firm, crisp, and juicy cream-colored flesh ensures a satisfying bite every time and boasts excellent keeping qualities. Ideal for home growers, Red Fuji is resistant to apple scab, making it a low-maintenance yet highly rewarding addition to your garden.

Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
Conditions: Thrives in full sun. Frost and coastal tolerant. Requires regular watering, especially during dry spells.
Size: Height 4m x width 3m