Deciduous Trees and Shrubs

A cold-hardy deciduous citrus shrub, Flying Dragon is as ornamental as it is practical. This distinctive dwarf form features curving, contorted stems and dramatic twisted thorns — making it ideal for use as a striking specimen plant or an impenetrable security hedge. In spring, it bears small, lightly scented white blossoms, followed by fuzzy, orange-yellow fruit about the size of a ping pong ball. The fruit is filled with seeds and yields around 20% juice. Though the juice is sour, it makes an excellent flavouring, while the peel — bitter yet aromatic — is prized for marmalades and candied peel. Rich in natural pectin, it requires no added gelling agent for jellies. Even small trees can produce hundreds of fruit each season. Its trifoliate green leaves turn a brilliant orange in autumn before dropping to reveal the sculptural, twisted branches that make this tree so unique. The slow-growing Flying Dragon is ideal as a security barrier or privacy hedge, ornamental feature tree, bonsai subject or garden accent. Prune hard to maintain hedge height and density, or selectively prune to showcase its striking, contorted stems.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Cold tolerant as it will survive extended periods of snow. Heat and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 4m x width 3m

Acer Shirazz is a dazzling Japanese maple tree with a slender, vase shape and a breathtaking spring colour. Shirazz produces deeply lobed, variegated deciduous leaves of reddish-purple with bright reddish-pink margins in spring, turning grey-green with cream and pink margins in summer, and shades of scarlet in autumn. Due to its narrow width, Shirazz is very versatile and is perfect as an ornamental tree or in small gardens. Available as a Standard.

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Protect from strong wind. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 4m x width 3m

The splendour of Acer Autumn Fire truly ignites when summer’s greens give way to blazing yellows, oranges, and reds — no extinguisher needed, just a love of colour! This striking deciduous Japanese maple is celebrated for its intense seasonal hues and refined form. Fresh green foliage bursts forth in spring, maturing into rich tones before erupting into a fiery autumn display. Its finely divided leaves and elegant, compact branching create a graceful silhouette, adding beauty to the garden year-round. Fast-growing and versatile, Autumn Fire is ideal for woodland plantings, Japanese-inspired landscapes, courtyards, or as a feature specimen in smaller gardens.

Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil.
Conditions: Prefers part shade; protect from hot winds and afternoon sun.
Size: Height 3–4m × Width 2–3m

Japanese Maple Shojo Shidare is a stunning ornamental tree prized for its spectacular seasonal colour. This beautiful weeping deciduous maple forms an elegant cascading tree or broad, attractive mound. Its foliage emerges rich red in spring, deepens to purple-green through summer, then transforms into brilliant crimson tones in autumn. With its graceful weeping habit and compact size, Shojo Shidare is ideal for sheltered courtyards, small gardens and parks, where it can be admired as a feature plant.

Soil: Requires fertile, humus-rich soil.
Conditions: Protect from full sun and hot winds. Warm temperate to cool temperate climates.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 1-2m

A fast-growing climber, Wisteria Blue Pacific is a lovely addition to every garden. One of its most enchanting features is its elegantly drooping clusters of deep lavender-blue flowers, contrasting against the deep green foliage. The delicate colour and divine fragrance makes this variety a standout wherever it is planted. This hardy wisteria is ideal for covering pergolas or arbours to provide much-needed shade over the summer months. Correct pruning is beneficial to keeping this beautiful climber under control and showing off it’s magnificent flowers year after year.

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types
Conditions: Full sun with protection from strong winds. Drought and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 8-10m x width 10m