Deciduous Trees and Shrubs

Wisteria floribunda Shiro Noda Japanese Wisteria is an exquisite, flowering climber with drooping racemes up to 60cm in length. Deliciously scented, pure white blooms hang in pendulous clusters providing a striking waterfall of colour and drama. The popular deciduous climber with dark green, pinnate leaves is widely used to cover pergolas, ramble over trellis, train as a standard or trail over retaining walls.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to semi-shade. Ideal for cooler climates.
Size: Height 4-10m x width 4-10m

Falling Snow is a beautifully weeping cherry variety, its slender branches cascading like a waterfall of white blooms each spring. Before the glossy green leaves emerge, the tree is covered in an abundance of pure white flowers, creating a breathtaking display reminiscent of drifting snow. This grafted cherry has a slender, upright habit, making it perfect for smaller or narrower spaces where elegance is desired. In autumn, its foliage transforms into a warm blend of orange and golden hues, extending its seasonal appeal. Whether planted as a single statement tree or as a pair to frame an entrance or path, Falling Snow never fails to impress. Ideal for smaller gardens, large containers, and courtyards.

Soil: Well drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun or part shade. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 1.5-2.5m x width 1.5m

The Chinese pistachio is a beautiful, small deciduous tree with magnificent autumn colour in shades of red, orange and yellow.
Its bark is dark grey with texturally interesting shallow furrows. In summer, it displays clusters of petite white flowers, followed by red berries which mature to deep blue. Ideal for small and medium-sized gardens where additional winter light and air flow benefit the garden space. Great as a garden feature, avenue or park specimen.

Soil: Adaptable to most soils.
Conditions: Full sun. Frost, coastal and moderately drought tolerant.
Size: Height 8m x width 6m.

Hydrangea quercifolia Snowflake, an award-winning Oak Leaf Hydrangea, is popular for its exceptional double-flowered form and year-round garden interest. The large, arching conical flower heads, up to 30cm across, are densely packed with creamy-white double blossoms that gracefully transition to rosy pink as they age, offering a prolonged display from late spring to midsummer. Beyond its floral beauty, Snowflake showcases a spectacular autumnal transformation, with foliage turning shades of wine-red, maroon, bright red, and orange, especially when planted in sunny locations that receive a bit of afternoon shade Snowflake is quite hardy, making it a versatile choice for mass plantings, hedges, mixed borders, or as a striking focal point. Pruning after flowering encourages healthy growth and ensures a splendid display in the following year.


Soil: Well-drained soil. Does not like wet feet.
Conditions: Sun to partial shade.
Size: Height 2m x width 1.5m

Wisteria sinensis, commonly known as Chinese Wisteria, is a stunning deciduous climber with mid-green foliage that completely covers the vine throughout spring to autumn. In spring, this wisteria puts on a spectacular show with long, fragrant cascades of blue-violet flowers reaching up to 35 cm in length. You might even get a few surprise blooms in early summer! For a small garden, courtyard or as a lovely feature in any garden, this wisteria standard with its fragrant racemes in spring will be a delight. Ideally use a rose hoop or a support to give a wider flowering area

Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich soil. However, this species will also tolerate clay, heavy and sandy soils.
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade. Drought, frost and coastal tolerant
Size: Height 1-2m x width 1-2m

The Snowball Tree, sometimes known as the Guelder-Rose, is grown for its spectacular ball-shaped flowers and the red-coloured berries. The plant produces pure white flowers that are mildly fragrant and look like snowballs. Flowering from the end of winter and into summer, the foliage turns to purplish red during the autumn, offering a good spring and autumn display in the garden. The Snowball Tree grows well in a container or as a hedge, mass planting or specimen in the garden.

Soil: Tolerant of most soil types.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost, drought and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 3m x width 3m

Hydrangea paniculata Kyushu is a stunning deciduous shrub that produces a profusion of large white panicles that gracefully fade to a dusty pink hue. The panicles, although not overly large, are abundant, with individual panicles reaching up to 20cm in length. The lush, bright-green foliage undergoes a transformation, showcasing beautiful autumn colours as the season progresses. Kyushu is a great variety for adding to a mixed planting, maintaining in a container, growing as an informal hedge, including in a white or cottage garden, or for planting around an outdoor living area.

Soil: Adaptable to almost any soil type, provided it's well-draining. 
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 1.5m x width 1m

Jacaranda mimosifolia is an elegant tree with beautiful lavender-blue, bell-shaped flowers. This tree bursts into life during spring with a canopy of vibrant colour, and a rich carpet below. The seed pods are very distinct fleshy curved green pods that eventually dry and open. The iconic jacaranda is suited to cottage gardens, and feature planting in medium and large gardens.

Soil: Free draining soil rich in organic matter
Conditions: Plant in full sun to maximize the vibrancy of the new growth and flowering. Coastal, frost and humid tolerant.
Size: Height 15m x width 10m