Ilex 'Blue Maid' is a dense, compact evergreen shrub known for its attractive blue-green foliage and its suitability for hedging or as a feature pl...
View full detailsSkimmia japonica ‘Kew Green’ Common name: Skimmia Skimmia ‘Kew Green’ is a compact, male evergreen shrub grown for its dense, glossy green foliage ...
View full detailsSkimmia or Rutaceae are evergreen shrubs, ideal for planting in a border or woodland garden. They bear small star-shaped flowers in spring, some of...
View full detailsViburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ Common name: Laurustinus Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is a neat, compact evergreen shrub prized for its long flowering season an...
View full detailsQuercus ilex – A Resilient Evergreen Oak for Year-Round Appeal Quercus ilex (Holm Oak) is a hardy, evergreen tree known for its dense, leathery dar...
View full detailsCornus mas – The Vibrant Cornelian Cherry for Year-Round Interest Cornus mas, commonly known as the Cornelian Cherry, is a versatile deciduous shru...
View full detailsViburnum opulus, commonly known as Guelder Rose It's admired for its attractive clusters of white flowers, vibrant red berries, and brilliant autum...
View full detailsViburnum × bodnantense ‘Dawn’ Deciduous shrub with fragrant, pink winter to early spring flowers Viburnum ‘Dawn’ is a stunning deciduous shrub priz...
View full detailsIlex crenata Caroline Cone – Neat Evergreen Structure with a Formal Edge (10 Litre Pot, 70–80cm Tall) Ilex crenata Caroline Cone is a compact, slow...
View full detailsViburnum opulus is a highly ornamental, wildlife-friendly shrub with year-round interest, making it a valuable addition to UK gardens. Its white fl...
View full detailsIlex meserveae ‘Heckenfee’ Instant Solitaire 210/225cm – Striking, Evergreen Holly with Red Berries & Dense Structure for Instant Impact The Il...
View full detailsIlex crenata ‘Caroline Cone’ – A Compact Evergreen with Upright Form and Glossy Foliage Ilex crenata ‘Caroline Cone’ is an elegant evergreen shrub ...
View full detailsMahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’ Common name: Mahonia / Oregon Grape Mahonia ‘Winter Sun’ is a striking, upright evergreen shrub valued for its bold, s...
View full detailsIlex crenata ‘Kinme’ – Elegant Evergreen Standard with Year-Round Structure (1/2 Standard, 10 Litre Pot, 80cm Stem) Ilex crenata ‘Kinme’ is a refin...
View full detailsCornus kousa ‘Milky Way’ – Elegant Blossom Tree with Multi-Season Beauty (8/10cm Standard, Root Balled) Cornus kousa ‘Milky Way’ is a truly enchant...
View full detailsIlex crenata Caroline Ball is an elegant, evergreen shrub known for its neat, conical shape and small, glossy dark green leaves. This Japanese holl...
View full detailsCornus controversa – Elegant Tiered Beauty for Architectural Drama Cornus controversa, commonly known as the Wedding Cake Tree, is a striking decid...
View full detailsIlex aquifolium ‘Argentea Marginata’ – Year-Round Colour & Winter Interest (3 Litre Pot) Ilex aquifolium ‘Argentea Marginata’ is a beautifully ...
View full detailsIlex crenata ‘Convexa Ball’ – A Rounded, Elegant Evergreen with Glossy Foliage Ilex crenata ‘Convexa Ball’ is a charming, compact evergreen shrub k...
View full detailsViburnum tinus – ¼ Standard (3 Litre Pot, 50cm Stem) Elegant Evergreen with Seasonal Flowers & Neat Form This ¼ standard form of Viburnum tinus...
View full detailsViburnum tinus 'Spirit' Compact evergreen shrub with winter flowers and all-season interest Viburnum tinus 'Spirit' is a compact and bushy evergree...
View full detailsIlex × 'Nellie Stevens' – Elegant, Hardy & Versatile Holly with Rich Green Foliage and Vibrant Red Berries Ilex × 'Nellie Stevens', commonly kn...
View full detailsViburnum plicatum 'Pragense' – A Graceful and Hardy Viburnum for Year-Round Interest Viburnum plicatum 'Pragense', commonly known as the Prague Vib...
View full detailsIlex crenata 'Dark Green' – A Dense Evergreen with Rich, Glossy Foliage Ilex crenata 'Dark Green' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its dense...
View full detailsIlex crenata ‘Caroline Cone’ – A Compact Evergreen with Upright Form and Glossy Foliage Ilex crenata ‘Caroline Cone’ is an elegant evergreen shrub ...
View full detailsViburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ – The Compact Evergreen with Soft Pink Buds and Winter Appeal Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is a compact, evergreen shrub valued ...
View full detailsIlex or Holly is a huge family with many different varieties. They can be evergreen shrubs or trees, they differ so much depending on the variety a...
View full detailsViburnum tinus 'Eve Price' Evergreen flowering shrub – year-round structure and seasonal colour Viburnum tinus ‘Eve Price’ is a compact, evergreen ...
View full detailsCornus alba ‘Siberica Variegata’ – The Variegated Dogwood with Stunning Red Stems and Year-Round Interest Cornus alba ‘Siberica Variegata’, also kn...
View full detailsIlex × ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ – Evergreen Elegance with Pleached Form for Year-Round Screening(3/4 Standard Pleached) Ilex × ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ is a ...
View full detailsIlex aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata' – Elegant Variegated Holly for Year-Round Structure (20 Litre Pot, ½ Standard, 110cm Stem) Ilex aquifolium 'Ar...
View full detailsIlex × meserveae ‘Blue Prince’ – Bold Evergreen Structure with Pollinator Value (Specimen Plant, 200–225cm Tall) Ilex × meserveae ‘Blue Prince’ is ...
View full detailsPyracantha 'Red Column' – The Striking Scarlet Berry Hedge for Bold Year-Round Impact Pyracantha 'Red Column', commonly known as Firethorn, is a to...
View full detailsIlex crenata ‘Dark Green’ Spiral – Elegant Evergreen Topiary for Stylish Structure (18 Litre Pot, 120–130cm Tall) Ilex crenata ‘Dark Green’ Spiral ...
View full detailsIlex × meserveae ‘Blue Maid’ – Hardy Evergreen with Winter Berries & Glossy Foliage(¼ Standard, 6 Litre Pot) Ilex × meserveae ‘Blue Maid’ is a ...
View full detailsIlex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata' – A Stunning Variegated Holly Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata', commonly known as Silver-Margined Holly, i...
View full detailsIlex crenata ‘Hecco Ball’ – A Compact, Rounded Evergreen with Elegant Foliage Ilex crenata ‘Hecco Ball’ is a versatile, compact evergreen shrub kno...
View full detailsViburnum tinus Common name: Laurustinus Viburnum tinus is a dense, evergreen shrub with glossy dark green foliage and a long flowering season. From...
View full detailsIlex × meserveae ‘Blue Maid’ – Elegant Evergreen Topiary with Winter Colour(Topiary Ball, 90–100cm Diameter) Ilex × meserveae ‘Blue Maid’ is a hard...
View full detailsIlex aquifolium ‘Argentea Marginata’ – Classic Variegated Holly for Evergreen Elegance (35 Litre Pot, ½ Standard Form) Ilex aquifolium ‘Argentea Ma...
View full detailsMahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’ – A Bold Evergreen with Fragrant Winter Blooms Mahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’ is a striking evergreen shrub that brings ...
View full detailsPyracantha 'Orange Glow' – The Fiery Berry Hedge for Year-Round Colour and Security Pyracantha 'Orange Glow', commonly known as Firethorn, is a vig...
View full detailsViburnum tinus Common name: Laurustinus Viburnum tinus is a dense, evergreen shrub with glossy dark green foliage and a long flowering season. From...
View full detailsCornus florida – A Graceful Statement Tree for Year-Round Beauty (50 Litre Pot, 150–160cm Tall) Cornus florida, in a 50 Litre pot and standing 150–...
View full detailsIlex × 'Nellie R. Stevens' – Formal Evergreen Screening with Seasonal Interest(Full Standard Pleached, 180cm Stem, 120 x 120cm Frame) Ilex × ‘Nelli...
View full detailsIlex crenata ‘Blondie’ Bonsai – A Charming Evergreen with Golden Foliage Ilex crenata ‘Blondie’ Bonsai is a unique and compact evergreen that offer...
View full detailsViburnum plicatum 'Lanarth' – The Layered Viburnum with Striking White Lacecap Blooms Viburnum plicatum 'Lanarth' is a striking, deciduous shrub kn...
View full detailsWinter interest plants are essential for maintaining vibrancy and visual appeal in gardens during the coldest months of the year. While many gardens may appear dormant and colorless as temperatures drop, carefully selected winter interest plants can transform a bleak landscape into a lively, colorful display.
These plants come in various forms, including deciduous shrubs, evergreens, perennials, and ornamental grasses. Deciduous shrubs like Cornus (Dogwood) and Hamamelis (Witch Hazel) are particularly valued for their striking branch structures and vibrant bark colors, which stand out against snowy or grey backdrops. Witch Hazel is especially notable for its fragrant, spider-like flowers that bloom in deep winter, offering rare scents when most other plants are dormant.
Evergreens play a pivotal role in the winter garden by providing a continuous display of foliage when most trees and shrubs have lost their leaves. Varieties such as Holly (Ilex), with its bright red berries, and Skimmia, with its rich green leaves and winter berries, add color and life. They also serve as crucial shelter and food sources for wildlife during the harsh winter months.
Perennials that offer structural interest, such as Sedum with its frost-kissed seed heads, and ornamental grasses like Miscanthus, which stands tall with feathery plumes, are invaluable. These plants capture frost and snow on their structures, creating striking natural sculptures in the winter light.
Additionally, bulbs like Snowdrops (Galanthus) and Winter Aconite (Eranthis) are among the first to bloom as winter wanes, often emerging through snow to herald the arrival of spring. Their resilience and ability to bloom in cold temperatures make them a cherished sight in late winter.
Incorporating these plants into a garden ensures that it remains an inviting and interesting space year-round, not only enhancing its aesthetic but also increasing the ecological value by supporting local wildlife during the winter. A garden with well-planned winter interest encourages outdoor activity and appreciation of nature’s subtleties during a season when many retreat indoors.
