SHRUBS
The woody backbone to the garden, giving height and structure with a variety of foliage shapes, both evergreen and deciduous. Shrubs can be found to flower at every month of the year, even in the depth of winter. Flowers can be showy or more subtle and may even be scented. Some shrubs making impressive individual specimens or can be arranged in groups. Altogether they make an indispensable contribution to the garden scene. As a price guide 1 litre pots are from £4.00 and 2 litre pots £6.00. Rarer plants and less common forms are priced individually. The heights given refer to plants in garden cultivation with appropriate pruning. The origin and date of introduction is given where known, some forms however are a product of Horticulture denoted by Hort. and have been raised in gardens.

(AGM) denotes plants that have received an Award of Garden Merit.
Those marked ** are especially fine if you can't decide.

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BALLOTA cretica
A tiny little silver white foliage shrub for full sun. Ideal in scree or gravel gardens, anywhere infact thats open and sunny. Average to even poor soils 12" high

pseudodictamnus Tidy grey leaved shrub with pinky lilac flowers in early summer.Flowering stems can be cut for drying. Sun, average to well drained soil. 2'

BERBERIS thunbergii 'Aurea'
Golden foliage shrubs are always so useful, this evergreen will add a touch of colour all year. 3' Try with red flowered perennials.

Rose Glow Purple leaved variety with a paler pink splashed effect on the foliage. Attractive flowers in late Spring early summer. 4' Semi-evergreen variety.

valdiviana Glossy evergreen foliage the flowers are yellow/orange borne in long clusters making a wonderful show in late spring. Best against a wall or sheltered site. 6'+

**BRUGMANSIA "Grand Marnier"
For summer, a magnificent display of pale apricot trumpet shaped flowers with a darker edge. Not hardy outside, requires dry and cool conditions in the winter above -3ºc. Great in tubs. Hort.

Genus Buddleja, named after the Rev.Adam Buddle, one time vicar of Farnbridge in Essex.

**BUDDLEJA agathosma
Rare introduction from S. Africa. Hardy in a sheltered site. Exquisite large lilac/pink scented flowers and splendid silver foliage.

**alternifolia 'Argentea' Long fragrant panicles of lilac flowers. This form has the addition of silver leaves. Large shrub 6' Sun. Hort.

asiatica Uncommon and elegant shrub with grey-green leaves silvery white reverse. White scented flowers in winter. Sheltered site, against a wall or conservatory. 5' E.Indies 1856

**auriculata A late Autumn-winter flowering species splendid vanilla scented flowers fill the air with perfume. Hardy in a sunny well drained site. 4' S.Africa 1813

**colvilei 'Kewensis' Strong growing shrub with faintly hairy leaves, large panicles of showy rose red flowers in June. Should not be pruned. One of the best of the big buddlejas. Said by Sir J. Hooker to be "the handsomest of all Himalayan shrubs" Kewensis: descended from a particularly good form of colvilei, grown at Kew, which was introduced from the Himalayas in 1849.

**crispa Very felty silver leaves. Scented lilac pink flowers most of the year, except in the depths of winter! Excellent small shrub. Out of cold winds in Sun, well drained soil. 3' Afganistan 1879

'Pink Delight' (AGM) Buddlejas! boring? Well, think again this one has lovely rose pink flowers in late summer. A real joy. Sun, well drained soil 6' Hort.
fallowiana var. alba (AGM) Produces tassles of creamy white flowers, semi-evergreen, best in a sheltered site 4' Choice and far from common form.
farreri A grand foliage shrub with rose lilac flowers in April. Prefers a sunny wall 5' China 1915

fallowiana var. alba (AGM) Produces tassles of creamy white flowers, semi-evergreen, best in a sheltered site 4' Choice and far from common form.

farreri A grand foliage shrub with rose lilac flowers in April. Prefers a sunny wall 5' China 1915

knapii Attractive silver grey foliage, evergreen. Pretty, creamy white flowers. Quite hardy but deserving of a sheltered site. Sun 5'

x lewisiana 'Margaret Pike' Not especially hardy, but quite magnificent in the frost free conservatory. Long dense racemes of yellow flowers in winter 5' Hort.

lindleyana Semi-evergreen, long slender flowers rich purple, graceful plant against a wall in sunny site 3'

'Moonlight' Very attractive buddleja, the flowers are creamy yellow, lilac in bud and arranged in clusters along the inflorescence. Butterflies love it. 6' Hort.
nivea The large leaves covered in felt are particularly attractive. Lilac purple flowers in August 7' China 1901

nivea The large leaves covered in felt are particularly attractive. Lilac purple flowers in August 7' China 1901

sterniana (Sometimes listed as a form of crispa) Superb silver leaved evergreen. Lilac pink flowers perfumed in spring. Unusual buddleja for a sheltered site and sun 6' China 1922

tubiflora Unique species from Argentina with the showiest tubular orange flowers, neatly held on short spurs from June / November. Conservatory, tubs, or very sheltered site in full sun. 4' - 6'

BUPLEURUM fruticosum
One of the best evergreens for an exposed place. Jade green foliage and yellow flowers in late summer. Very seldom seen offered elsewhere. Good for sea-side situations. Sun 4' Introduced from S.Europe over 300 years ago.

BUXUS semper.. 'Argenteovariegata'
Pretty, small shrub with variegated leaves 4' Hort.

CHAMAECYTISUS hirutus
Extrordinary hardy well shaped shrub. Very rare in cultivation. A profusion of yellow pea like flowers smother the bush in summer. Grey foliage, 3' to 4' Sun, average soil

CHOISYA 'Aztec Pearl' (AGM)
Showy white, orange scented flowers. on this evergreen shrub with intricate leaves. 3' Equally good in tubs Sun or part shade Hort.

ternata (AGM) A very useful shrub, good on clay soils. Can be kept to around 4'. Evergreen, orange scented white flowers. Sun or light shade Mexico & S.W. USA, known growing at Kew in 1895

ternata 'Sundance' (AGM) An excellent ever-gold shrub, with the same orange scented flowers intermittently produced through summer Sun or light shade 4'

CISTUS 'Peggy Sammons' (AGM)
Large rose pink flowers formed from a handsome bush of grey green foliage. 3' in sun and good drainage. Hort.

x purpureus (AGM) Tough evergreen, tolerant of well drained sites producing a profusion of bright rose-pink flowers. Sun 2' 6" Hort.

populifolius Evergreen shrub with white flowers a showy cistus well worth its place in that sunny well drained position 3'

CLERODENDUM bungei (AGM)
Deciduous large shrub with heart shaped leaves deep pink flowers in August. Choice and worthwhile shrub. 4' China 1844

trichotomum Grand sprays of flower throughout the late summer and autumn. White flowers with red calyx followed by purple fruits. Height at maturity a graceful 10'. Hardy Sun loving, average soil. Japan/China

trichotomum 'Variegatum' Glorious foliage of pale golden green centred by a darker green enhancing the whole shrub, flowers as above. Protect from very cold winds. Hort.

CLETHRA alnifolia 'Rosea'
flowering in August the 'Pepper Bush' has aromatic flowers, rather like a bottle brush..Pink. Likes a good soil in sun gets to 5' alnifolia: native of Eastern North America, rosea introduced in 1906

CONVOLVULUS cneorum (AGM)
A sought after shrub for the sunny south facing border. Silver leaves and shapely white fls. Full Sun 18". Gently trim after fls. to maintain a good shape. Native of S.Europe. In cultivation in England in 1640

COPROSMA 'Beatson's' Gold'
Rare evergreen for a sheltered site, likes the same conditions as cistus. Sun, well drained site' 3' Variegated leaves. Hort.

CORDYLINE australis Purpurea Group
A stunning focal point in the garden. Great in tubs outside and also for the cool conservatory. Sheltered site and good drainage. Eventually making a distinct trunk, and bearing white fragrant flowers.
New Zealand 5'+

CORNUS alba 'Aurea'
Distinctive red stems in the winter garden, coupled with showy yellow leaves in summer. Prune down in early spring and feed, to maintain that winter stem colour. Good soil in sun or shade Hort.

alba 'Elegantissima' (AGM) This form has elegant white and green variegated leaves, worthy of such a name. Treat in the same way as alba 'Aurea' Hort.

alba 'Kesselringii'
Stunning dark almost black winter stems. Green leaved variety. Same treatment as 'Aurea'

sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' Impressive fiery stems for the winter garden. Hardy shrub for open site. Shorter than alba forms 3'. Spring prune occasionally and feed well. 3' Hort.

stolonifera 'White Gold' Smaller variety, with yellow winter stems and in the summer variegated foliage of white and green.

COROKIA x virgata 'Red Wonder'
Small shrub with highly decorative fruits, for a sunny site, with protection from very cold winds. This will be a hardy and much admired addition to the garden. Evergreen. Sun 4' Hardy to -10°c Hort.

CORONILLA valentina
Coronillas are hardier than sometimes given credit. This glaucous green leaved small shrub will flower all winter given half a chance, with scented yellow flowers. Sun and a site out of very cold East winds. 3' Known to be in cultivation in England in 1596!

valentina ssp. glauca 'Citrina' (AGM) A splendid hardy shrub for a sunny site or even a wall. Flowers from winter right through to the new year. Sweetly scented paler yellow flowers. A compact grower. 3' Hort.

valentina ssp. glauca 'Variegata' Handsome counterpart to the green leaved kinds. Perfumed yellow flowers. Perhaps needing a little more shelter Hort.

COTINUS 'Flame' (AGM)
Exceptional form, especially fine large bronze foliage. A very quick growing shrub which can be pruned hard every Spring, colouring well in autumn. Typical clouds of delicate pale purple rose flowers.

CYTISUS battandieri (AGM)
Grey foliage and yellow shapely flowers scented of pineapple. Evergreen, stake base, best against a sunny wall or fence.

DAPHNE mezereum
All the Daphnes are beautiful flowering shrubs, this one is probably the most popular and deservedly so, in both this rosy plum and the white flowered form, very fragrant flowers appear on the naked wood in February / March 3' Europe 1600

mezereum f. alba White flowers. Sun or open site not in dense shade 1910
odora 'Aureomarginata' Evergreen shrub, great for planting near paths where the scented spring flowers can best be enjoyed. Compact 3' Hort.

odora 'Aureomarginata' Evergreen shrub, great for planting near paths where the scented spring flowers can best be enjoyed. Compact 3' Hort.

DEUTZIA gracilis
A great lift to the gardeners heart flowering as it does in April, a time when few 'woodies' are performing. Sun or part shade. 4' Japan 1840

'Pink Pom Pom' All Deutzia should be wider grown for they are among the most dependable of hardy free flowering shrubs, this recent selection is especially fine with pink flowers in early summer. 5' Hort.

setchuenensis var. corymbiflora (AGM) Lovely glaucous grey leaves contrast so well with the showy white star shaped flowers freely produced in early summer. Sheltered sunny site. Seldom offered elsewhere. 4' China 1895 (£9.50)

DEUTZIA **'Strawberry Fields'
Really gorgeous shrub. Large rose pink flowers in May / June. Excellent choice. 5'

DRIMYS winteri
Rare hardy evergreen shrub. attractive foliage and stems. Good in all soils. Sun or Shade 6'

A selection is grown at the nursery.

HEPTACODON jasminoides
A recent introduction, with white flowers scented, remindful of a honeysuckle to which it is related. Splendid Autumn colour. Fast growing shrub to small tree. Sun or Part Shade 5'+ China

HIBISCUS syriacus 'Meehanii'
This exceptional shrub has attractively variegated leaves, always late into leaf so avoiding Spring frosts; double flowers of dark maroon. Rarely offered elsewhere. Sun average soil. Hardy 4' Hort.

HYDRANGEA arborescens 'Annabelle' (AGM)
Very elegant, flowers appear green at first maturing white in an almost spherical cluster in mid-summer. Sun or part shade deciduous shrub reaching 3' to 4'

aspera 'Macrophylla' (AGM) A magnificent foliage shrub for good soil in shade. Flowers pinky lilac with creamy white ray-florets. Very showy and a great specimen for any garden 4' x 4'

aspera Villosa Group (AGM) Handsome foliage with lilac-blue flowers. Hardy and easy with shelter from excessive Sun and Wind. Useful woodland shrub. 8' Western China

involucrata Semi-double rosette like flowers of pink and white. The most sumptuous of this great genus. Not a large shrub around 2'6" to 3'. Good soil and light shade, shelter from cold east winds.

macrophylla 'Maculata' (hortensis 'Variegata') Showy variegated foliage of white and green, with pink "flowers" (Botanically: modified leaves) freely borne. Excellent in tubs or lightens dark plantings. Average soil in Sun or shade. 3'

'Madame Emile Moulliere' (AGM) Shapely heads of white "flowers" arranged as if in a great bouquet. June. Useful companion to other shrubs in reasonable soil, not too dry 3' sun or part shade Hort.

paniculata 'Kyushu' (AGM) Large panicles of white flowers in June onwards. Choice variety not too tall. 3'

**quercifolia The Queen of this gorgeous genus with large sprays of creamy white flowers and "oak" like foliage that colours red to great effect in Autumn. Average soil. Sun or Part Shade 4' South Eastern U.S.A. 1803

serrata There is a need for woody plants that flower in mid-summer, a time when most shrubs have finished, This hydrangea does just that, Tidy shape and masses of blue (on acid) or pink (on our chalk) florets. Good soils not too dry 3' Part shade 3' and hardy.

'Vicomtess d'Vibrage' Impressive mop heads of blue flowers on acidic soils however pink on our chalk. Good soil , excellent in shade and a good hardy shrub.

HYSSOPUS officinalis 'Rosea'
Pleasing aromatic shrublet with rose pink flowers. Good for border edges where a brush past releases the aroma. 18" Sun.

PAULOWNIA tomentosa (AGM)
Famed for the deepest blue flowers borne on naked wood in early spring. Can also be grown as a foliage shrub by pruning down. Large dinner plate sized foliage. (The Foxglove Tree)

PEROVSKIA 'Blue Spire' (AGM)
Attractive hardy shrub with silver leaves and spires of blue flowers a great contrast. Sun, average soil 3' Hort.

PHILADELPHUS burfordiensis
Shapely single flowered variety with red eye and beautiful scent. 4' Sun or Light Shade

coronarius 'Aureus' (AGM)
This golden leaved philadelphus will brighten up any corner in part shade. The white flowers in early summer have a strong orange scent. Hardy deciduous shrub 4' Hort.

coronarius 'Variegatus' (AGM) Hardy deciduous shrub has pretty, variegated leaves same scented white fls. in early summer. Sun or part shade 3' Hort.

'Manteau d'Hermine' (AGM) Double white flowers give out a heady scent. Best in the sun or light shade. Prune after flowering if required. 4'

**microphyllus
Dainty leaves a glaucous grey green colour, this hardy shrub has the compactness and intensity of perfume that has been the influence in many hybrids. Extraordinarily beautiful. 4' Sun or part shade.
South West USA 1883

PHILLYREA angustifolia
Choice evergreen shrub naturally making an elegant and shapely bush, with delighful foliage and scented white flowers. Alternatively an unusual subject for topiary. Sun or shade 2m+

PHLOMIS chrysophylla (AGM)
The "golden bush sage" a splendid evergreen with pleasing foliage and yellow "hooded" flowers arranged in whorls. Super! Sun, average to even dry soil 3' Mediterranean

'Edward Bowles' Handsome foliage shrub imposing whorls of yellow flowers. Hardy for Sun in average to well drained soil Evergreen 3' Hort.

italica A highly desirable small shrub. Silver grey foliage provides the perfect foil for lovely rose pink flowers. An unusual colour for this genus. Sun 3' In cultivation from mid-18th century. Balearic Isles.

lanata Elegant species not often seen with orange - yellow flowers in whorls around the hairy stems. Evergreen 2'6" Sun.

longifolia var. bailanica Rich green finer foliage contrasts the whorls of bright yellow flowers. A showy member of this family reaching 3'. Evergreen.

**purpurea alba A rare shrub species. Silvery white foliage and uniquely; white hooded flowers arranged in showy whorls in summer. Fantastic! Sun, good drainage. Evergreen 3' Spain/Portugal

PHOTINIA x fraseri 'Red Robin' (AGM)
A unique hardy evergreen with new growths flushed red, strong and robust growth to 6' + Average soil. Sun or part shade. Small white flowers. Great in mixed plantings. Useful foliage for flower arrangers. Hort.

serratifolia Uncommon evergreen with colourful orange-red new growth, small tree or large shrub for sun or part shade. Hardy 9'+ China 1804

**PHYSOCARPUS opulifolius 'Diabolo'
A recent introduction first encountered at the autumn '96 Courson show, in France. Forming a shapely bush, purple bronze foliage and white flowers. Hardy in sun or part shade. 4' Hort.

PITTOSPORUM tobira 'Variegatum' (AGM)
A choice species, this evergreen shrub has sweetly scented flowers. Attractive creamy variegated foliage. Sun sheltered site, free draining and away from very cold winter winds. An excellent evergreen conservatory specimen. 5' Hort.

POTENTILLA fruticosa 'Silver Schilling'
The most intensely silver of "flowering" shrubs making a perfect foil for the bright yellow flowers. These freely produced all summer. Sun 2' 6" h. Hort.

vilmoriniana This form has the most silvery foliage, with large pale lemon yellow flowers. A semi-evergreen variety with attractive growth habit around 2' high

PROSTANTHERA rotundifolia rosea "Pink Mint Bush"
Aromatic foliage and a gorgeous mass of pinky lilac flowers in Spring. Requires shelter from cold winds, like cistus. Great centre piece in tubs. Sun, average soil 3' Tasmania

**PTELEA trifoliata 'Aurea'
An uncommon but very handsome small tree with golden yellow foliage and Elm like fruits. Always late into leaf so missing the frosts. Very hardy. Sun or part shade average soil 10' Introduced from Germany at the end of the last century. (£30-00)

SALIX fargesi
Rare Chinese shrub of great merit. Decorative catkins, domed growth 3' hardy, average soil in Sun or part shade.

lanata (AGM) Unusual willow with dense rounded silvery grey leaves.A
compact shrub around 3'6" with decorative catkins in spring. Northern Europe

pentandra Rare and desirable small tree with yellow catkins remindful of a callistemon. The most handsome of small willows.
Native of Central Europe

SALVIA aurea
Grey foliage shrub, with the most bizarre orange brown flowers, the unusual sage shape but really quite large up to 2" long. This ones for those who feel they have seen everything. Sun 2'6" high, hardy in a sheltered site doen to -5ºC easy from cuttings.

officinalis 'Albiflora' Smallish shrub for a well drained sunny site. White flowers. Culinary and ornamental.

officinalis 'Icterina' (AGM) (tricolor) A very pretty culinary sage. Aromatic variegated leaves. Small shrub for a sunny well drained site 20"

SAMBUCUS nigra 'Pulverenulenta'
There is often a need for a truly hardy and reliable shrub tolerant even of the toughest of situations. White flowers, variegated foliage, usual black fruits sun or shade 6' Hort. All Sambucus can be cut down hard to keep tidy and under control.

nigra 'Linearis' Like a cut leaved Maple, but much easier to grow, even on shallow chalk in cold windy areas. An uncommon form white flowers. black fruits. Sun or part shade 4' Hort.

racemosa 'Sutherland Gold' (AGM)This elder has attractive finer cut leaves of yellow. The new growth is tinged red and can be cut back frequently. Very hardy best in light shade 4' Hort.

SANTOLINA chamaecyparissus var.nana (AGM)
Compact silverling studded all summer with yellow "button" flowers. Easy in any average or even well drained soil. Sun 16" Hort.

'Lemon Queen' A more dwarf form with quite large lemon button flowers. 12" Grey foliage.

pinnata 'Edwards Bowles' Silver foliage variety with yellow button flowers, very showy as all the santolina are in flower, don't forget to give them a prune back after flowering to keep a good shape on the plant. 20"

rosmarinifolia 'Primrose Gem' (AGM) Unique lemon yellow flowered variety, green foliage. Compact hardy shrub for Sun and average to even well drained soil 16"

SARCOCOCCA confusa (AGM)
Evergreen shrub with wonderfully scented flowers in the late winter/early spring. Dense foliage, for sun or part shade 3' Can be grown to great effect in tubs to enjoy the scent in winter more easily. Origin unknown probably W.China, in cultivation in England since 1916

humilis Another scented evergreen for late winter, the flowers are white with red tinges to them. 3'

SPHAERALCEA 'Leers Pink'
Large sugar pink flowers from May to September, longer if grown in the conservatory. Sun free draining soil, best grown in tubs for summer flowering. 3' Foliage glaucous.

miniata Small evergreen shrub with upright growth and dark pink mallow like flowers smaller than leers pink same coloured foliage. Full sun, well drained soil. 2'

SPIRAEA betulifolia var. aemiliana
Superb burgundy red autumn colours grace this hardy dwarf shrub and its white flowers provide colour in summer too, An unusual and worthwhile addition to your garden. Sun or part shade. 3' Japan

SPIRAEA thunbergii crispa Unusual foliage variety with rose pink flowers. Likes to be cut back after flowering. We have not seen this one elsewhere. Sun, average soil.

x vanhouttei Pink Ice A hardy little shrub with pretty foliage, green with cream speckling. Contrasting white flowers, a great joy all summer. Sun or part shade. 20" Hort.

STACHYURUS praecox (AGM)
Yellow flowers remindful of "Lily of the Valley" hang from naked wood in spring. Good autumn colour. A choice shrub for the enlightened. Sun 4' Japan 1864

SYRINGA
For those who garden on chalk these hardy shrubs are as indispensable as the Rhododendrons of acid soils. For sun, average soil. Pruning is simply to remove spent flowers.

x laciniata miller This species has very pretty scented lilac flowers in summer and an elegant fine cut leaf foliage. In cultivation from the 17th century, originally from China.

palbin Dwarf Korean shrub with lilac pink blossom flowers in mid-summer. A delightful smaller shrub. Very hardy.

patula 'Miss Kim' (AGM) A recent introduction, dwarf in habit and famed for its generous lilac-pink flowers. Hardy and reliable shrub 4' 6" Sun Hort.

x persica (AGM) A rare shrub with pretty pale lilac flowers scented. Such a feature at the Chelsea Physic garden in the summer. Sun or light shade 5' A hybrid of ancient origin, in cultivation in Europe in the 17th C. well known in Persia & India, but probably originally from W.China.