Shrubs For Borders

Diervilla splendens 'Diva'

…shaded borders and difficult soils. It requires virtually no maintenance and is drought tolerant once established, adapting to almost any situation. Diervilla 'Diva' spreads by suckers, quickly forming a bushy mound clothed in lance-shaped leaves. It makes a useful shrub for a mixed border where its…  More Info

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Camellia rosthorniana 'Cupido'

…specimen for a large container on a patio, terrace or balcony, or planted in acidic borders. This attractive evergreen shrub is an excellent choice for year-round interest. Height: 1.5m (5'). Spread: 75cm (30). Supplied in a 19cm pot. Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs Culinary information:…  More Info

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Caryopteris clandonensis 'Sterling Silver'

…Silver' is an especially compact variety, reaching only 2 foot high making it suitable for the front of dry sunny borders or patio containers. This upright, deciduous shrub is perfect for dry, hot, sunny borders, happily thriving in thin soils and surviving periods of drought. Erect stems clothed in…  More Info

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Clethra alnifolia 'Anne Bidwell'

…irresistible to pollinators, especially butterflies. They are followed by dark brown fruits which often persist through winter. A valuable shrub for shady woodland borders in acid soil where it will flower abundantly in part shade. The leaves often turn intense shades of yellow in autumn. Height and…  More Info

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Camellia 'Golden Anniversary'

…continue to give enjoyment for years ahead. Late flowering from April to May, the buds are less vulnerable to frosts, opening into masses of 7cm double flowers beautifully framed against a background of dark, glossy, evergreen foliage. A choice shrub for an acid border or a sheltered container on…  More Info

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Hydrangea macrophylla First Editions' 'Eclipse'

…purple to cranberry red depending on soil pH. Hydrangea ‘Eclipse®’ makes an eye-catching focal shrub for a mixed border, or large container. Pair it with yellow foliage for an exciting contrast. Height and spread: 90-150cm (3-5ft). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we…  More Info

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Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion'

…to bees and other pollinating insects. Exotic-looking yet hardy, this eye-catching deciduous shrub has a prestigious RHS AGM, and is perfect for borders and low-maintenance gardens. Try cutting a few berried stems of Beauty berry for an autumn arrangement indoors. Height: 3m (10?). Spread: 2.5 (8?).  More Info

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Pieris japonica 'Little Heath'

…Pieris japonica ?Little Heath' makes it perfect for patio pots. As a dwarf plant, it grows to a height of just 60cm (24). It's easy to care for and needs very little pruning. All-in-all, this adorable little shrub is a just perfect for acid borders and patio containers. Height and Spread: 60cm (24).  More Info

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Caryopteris clandonensis 'Dark Knight'

…August and continues through to Autumn, making this a very useful shrub for injecting much needed late colour into borders. Associates well with Mediterranean, prairie and gravel plantings and its compact form also makes it suitable for containers. Height: 90cm (36in). Spread: 1.2m (47in). Plant…  More Info

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Goji Berry 'No.1 Lifeberry'

…or used for jam. As well as being edible, the Goji berry makes an attractive shrub for the border, with purple flowers in late spring/early summer followed by bright red berries that are reading for harvesting in August. Goji ‘No.1 Lifeberry’ can be grown in the open border or in a large…  More Info

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Mahonia 'Soft Caress'

…palm-like foliage. Grow this splendid hardy shrub in borders or patio containers for year-round interest. The flowers are also very attractive to bees. Height and spread: 1.2m (4'). Supplied in a 13cm pot. Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs Culinary information: The ripe fruits are too…  More Info

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Viburnum plicatum 'Pinkawai'

…pink and mature to white. The flowers are followed by bright red berries that turn black as they ripen. This low maintenance shrub makes a rewarding choice for borders or containers. Height: 80-100cm (31-39in). Spread: 50cm (20in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size…  More Info

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Viburnum plicatum 'Pinkimono'

…light pink to bright white. The flowers are followed by bright red berries that turn black as they ripen. This low maintenance shrub makes a rewarding choice for borders or containers. Height: 80-100cm (31-39in). Spread: 50cm (20in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size…  More Info

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Hibiscus syriacus 'Purple Ruffles'

…have peaked. Although late to come into leaf in spring, the three-lobed, deep green leaves make an excellent foil for summer-flowering perennials. Great for sunny borders and requiring little maintenance, this deciduous shrub is an easy addition to any garden. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 2m (6.5').  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Gold'

…irresistible to bees and butterflies. With a dense, compact habit, this deciduous shrub is perfect for mixed borders, where it stands out beautifully against green-leaved planting companions. A particularly fine choice for cottage garden planting schemes and wildlife gardens. Height: 2m (6').…  More Info

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Viburnum plicatum 'Shirogami'

…decorative bright red berries appear which mature to glossy black. This medium-sized, pyramidal-shaped shrub makes an excellent feature shrub or foundation planting for a mixed border. Height: 130-150cm (51-59in). Spread: 70cm -1m (27-39in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we…  More Info

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Clethra alnifolia 'Vanilla Spice'

A lovely flowering shrub for a shady, moist border on acid soil, Clethra alnifolia ‘Vanilla Spice’ provides an abundance of flowers with a sweet clove scent which is irresistible to pollinators. This adaptable plant will tolerate full sun providing the soil is consistently moist, but it…  More Info

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Hydrangea paniculata Duo

This hydrangea paniculata duo is sure to give an impressive display. Blooms emerge on dramatic cones making these neat, bushy shrubs an excellent choice for a shady border or large patio container. Its cut flower credentials also guarantee a superb vase life. Easy to grow and extremely hardy. Height…  More Info

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Leucothoe 'Scarletta'

…almost metallic sheen. Leucothoe can look deceptively exotic, but they're easy to grow. The plants are hardy and perfect for acid-soiled shady borders. These lovely shrubs combine beautifully with other evergreens, particularly golden leaved varieties, such as Euonymus. Where the soil is not…  More Info

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Blueberry 'Brigitta'

…making them ideal for freezing as well as eating fresh from the bush. Best grown with other blueberry varieties as it is not reliably self fertile and requires cross pollination for a good crop. Blueberry bushes make attractive shrubs for the patio or acidic borders, bearing masses of sweetly…  More Info

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Hydrangea 'Burning Hot'

…for many weeks over the summer and their skeletal flowerheads offer additional interest in winter. ‘Burning Hot’ also adds a unique colour to indoor arrangements, and is exceptionally long-lasting in a vase. With a compact habit, this deciduous shrub is perfect for lightly shaded borders…  More Info

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Mahonia 'Volcano'

…shrub only reaches around a modest 70cm high, making it perfect for smaller gardens. Low maintenance, disease-free and robust, it survives in sun or semi-shade and is unfussy about soil type. Mahonia ‘Soft Caress’ is an excellent structural shrub for all-season interest in mixed borders…  More Info

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Magnolia denudata 'Sunrise Beauty'

Magnolia ‘Sunrise Beauty’ is a compact, deciduous shrub ideal as a focal feature for a spring border or a large container. Large, creamy-white, goblet-shaped flowers are held erect on bare branches in the spring. Each elegant flower features a distinctive, deep magenta-pink flair arising…  More Info

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Blueberry 'Chandler'

…attractive shrub for the patio or acidic borders, bearing masses of sweetly scented creamy white flowers in spring, and fiery crimson autumn foliage. Blueberries are packed with health-boosting compounds and are especially delicious in pies, muffins and jams. This blueberry is self fertile, but for…  More Info

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Caryopteris clandonensis 'Pink Perfection'

…that dominate in late summer, it’s a perfect choice. Combine it withornamental grasses, and This upright, deciduous shrub is perfect for dry, hot, sunny borders, happily thriving in thin soils and surviving periods of drought. Erect stems clothed in toothed, aromatic, grey-green foliage…  More Info

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Philadelphus 'Petite Perfume White'

A perfect shrub for the patio or small border, providing elegant structure with its arching branches, a flurry of pure white flowers and heavenly perfume. Philadelphus ‘Petite Perfume White’ is a compact variety that will happily grow in a container, tolerates drought once established…  More Info

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Pomegranate 'Provence'

…A deciduous shrub or multi-stemmed tree, Pomegranate 'Provence' makes a fantastic specimen plant for borders or large containers. Vibrant orange-red flowers are borne over a long period in summer, amongst glossy bright green leaves. The leathery-skinned fruits ripen in mild autumns ready for…  More Info

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Philadelphus 'Lemoinei'

…a delightful, sweet scent. The centres of each of these flowers is filled with bright yellow stamens which add a vivid contrast to the petals, making it stand out from the others of the same variety. Suitable for both large containers or shrub borders alike. Height: 150cm (59). Spread: 150cm (59).  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'Red Lady'

…excels. For months, punchy, coral-red flowers with golden centres shine out like jewels against a background of finely textured mid-green leaves. Potentilla are hardy, deciduous shrubs that are perfect for the front of sunny, free-draining borders. These hardworking and undemanding shrubs flower…  More Info

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Hibiscus syriacus Summer 'Ruffle'

…interest for an even longer season. Exotic-looking, but a cinch to grow, it makes a glamorous feature shrub for a patio pot or border, providing colour late in the season when other plants are looking tired. It looks equally at home in a cottage garden scheme or a tropical-themed border. The flowers…  More Info

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Heuchera 'Blackberry Jam'

…Jam’ stays neatly compact all season, making it perfect for containers, especially for giving a splash of colour to winter arrangements. Like other Heucheras, it’s ideal for groundcover, underplanting shrubs and softening border edges. Height: 30cm (12in). Spread: 40cm (16in). Plant…  More Info

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Sambucus racemosa 'Lemony Lace'

…textural interest and colour, Sambucus racemosa 'Lemony Lace' makes a fine focal specimen in light shade or a useful structural shrub for the back of a mixed border. Height and spread: 1.5-2.5m (5-8ft). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant…  More Info

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Rosemary 'Miss Jessop's Upright'

…which are loved by bees. Rosemary 'Miss Jessop's Upright' forms a medium sized shrub in time, providing useful year-round colour for sunny borders, herb gardens and gravel gardens. This cultivar is especially good for hedging, and like all Rosemary, is a versatile culinary herb. Height: 200cm (78).  More Info

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Clematis x cartmanii 'Avalanche'

…clematis, with flowers up to 4cm in diameter. The non-clinging stems have a scrambling habit which is ideal for wandering through borders among established shrubs, or can be trained onto an obelisk for a show-stopping spring display. Height: 250cm (98). Spread: 100cm (39). Plant height and spread is…  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'Mandarin Tango'

…colour to borders for months. Masses of orange flowers with red tints smother low mounds of finely textured foliage from May to September. Potentilla are hardy, deciduous shrubs that are perfect for the front of sunny, free-draining borders. These hardworking and undemanding shrubs flower…  More Info

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Magnolia 'Stellar Ruby'

…specimen for a shrub or mixed border. With its narrow growth habit and dense, evergreen foliage, it is also a useful screening plant. Drought tolerant once established, Magnolia ?Stellar Ruby? is pest and disease-resistant and ignored by deer. Tolerant to salt spray, it makes a good choice for…  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'Bella Lindsey'

…yellow flowers shining out against a backdrop of green leaves. Potentilla are hardy, deciduous shrubs that are perfect for the front of sunny, free-draining borders. These hardworking and undemanding shrubs flower continuously through summer and most of the autumn, their saucer-shaped blooms shining…  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'Glamour Girl'

…with a golden eye. The flowers fade to pure pink as they age. Potentilla are hardy, deciduous shrubs that are perfect for the front of sunny, free-draining borders. These hardworking and undemanding shrubs flower continuously through summer and most of the autumn, their saucer-shaped blooms shining…  More Info

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Weigela 'Towers of Flowers'® Duo

…have been bred for an upright, columnar habit that creates pillars of colour in early summer, with a second flush in late summer. The oval foliage emerges bronze, gradually darkening to deep green. These slender shrubs are perfect for planting on patio pots and small garden borders where they make…  More Info

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Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire'

…winter, graduating from gold at the base of the plant, through pink, to bright red at the stem tips. This hardy, undemanding shrub is ideal for adding colour to sunny borders, woodland areas and winter gardens. Height and spread: 200cm (79). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by…  More Info

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Hibiscus syriacus 'Hamabo'

…to come into leaf in spring, the three-lobed, deep green leaves are worth the wait as they make an excellent foil for summer-flowering perennials. Great for sunny borders and requiring little maintenance, this deciduous shrub is an easy addition to any garden. Height: 250cm (98). Spread: 150cm (59).  More Info

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Tree Peony 'Feng Dan Bai' (White Phoenix)

…shrubs are fantastic for adding an exotic touch to borders or work equally well in bustling cottage gardens. Tree peonies also make beautiful cut flowers for the home. Height and spread: 1.5m (5'). Culinary information: The petals can be added to salads, or cooked slightly and sweetened for a treat.…  More Info

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Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin'

…hardy evergreen shrub is deservedly popular, holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit. Clusters of dainty white flowers appear in spring, followed by small red berries. With regular pruning, Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' is easily maintained and makes an attractive feature for borders all year round.…  More Info

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Forsythia x intermedia 'Lynwood Variety'

…hardy deciduous shrub is perfect for bringing Spring interest to borders and patio containers. Height and spread: 120cm (47). Culinary information: The blossoms are edible raw, though they can be slightly bitter. The will add colour to salads and are a cheery garnish. For more details about…  More Info

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Light My Fire'

…will look different. In the Autumn the foliage will turn to red and gold and the faded blooms will provide interest later in the year. A compact and well-branched shrub that is ideal for planting in patio pots or borders that deserve a prominent position in the garden. Height and spread: 120cm (48).  More Info

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Blueberry 'Bluejay'

…are packed with health-boosting compounds and are especially delicious in pies, muffins and jams. These sturdy shrubs make attractive features for the patio or acidic borders, bearing masses of sweetly scented creamy white flowers in spring, followed by fiery crimson foliage in the autumn.…  More Info

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Heuchera Firefly 1 Litre Pot x 1

…grown for their flowers, but Heuchera ‘Firefly’ is an exception. In early summer it produces generous panicles of bright scarlet flowers which hover on airy stems above a neat mound of slightly marbled, scalloped green leaves. Invaluable for edging shady borders or underplanting shrubs,…  More Info

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Rhododendron 'Roseum Elegans'

…breeders at Knaphill Nursery. It makes a superb evergreen, specimen shrub for lighting up shady spots in acid, woodland-type borders where it provides colour from May to June. Its dense evergreen foliage also makes it ideal for windbreaks or hedging screens. Height: 2.25m (7.4ft). Spread: 2.5m…  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'Marian Red Robin'

…growing height of 1 metre, Potentilla fruticosa 'Marian Red Robin', is an ideal flowering shrub for a small garden, or at the front of larger borders. This small variety of Shrubby Cinquefoil is also suitable for container growing, so it can grown in a planter on patio or decking areas. With pretty…  More Info

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Philadelphus 'Little White Love'

…double white flowers that are highly fragrant are produced on a compact plant that grows to only 36? (90cm) high. Ideal for planting into pots or borders this hardy, deciduous shrub holds onto this foliage until the last possible moment to bring much needed brightness to the autumn garden. Flowers…  More Info

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Ipheion 'Mixed'

…contrast to the leaves which have an unusual onion scent when crushed. Vigorous and easy to grow, plant Ipheion 'Mixed' in borders, beneath deciduous shrubs, or in containers for a colourful spring display. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 5cm (2). Supplied as bulbs. Useful links: How to plant bulbs, corms…  More Info

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bavaria'

…eye-catching hardy shrub makes a striking focal point for patio pots and borders where it provides a long season of interest. The dark green foliage of Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bavaria' turns to shades of bronze and gold in autumn, bringing a splash of colour to fading borders. Like all macrophylla…  More Info

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Physocarpus opulifolius 'Tiny Wine'

…primarily for their foliage, Physocarpus ‘Tiny Wine’ boasts both beautiful dark foliage and showy flowers, plus its petite size makes it especially suited to smaller garden borders, courtyards and container growing. ‘Tiny Wine’ forms a dwarf, very bushy shrub with smaller…  More Info

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Blueberry Colour Duo

…are packed with health-boosting compounds and are especially delicious in pies, muffins and jams. These sturdy shrubs make attractive features for the patio or acidic borders, bearing masses of sweetly scented creamy white flowers in spring, and fiery crimson autumn foliage. Height and spread:…  More Info

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Soaring Tree Lily Collection

…are almost 5cm (2) thick, so they won't need supporting, and the foliage remains lush all season. Grow them through shrubs in borders, against walls and fences, or in large pots for the patio, and let them look after themselves. Height: 2.5m (8?). Spread: 60cm (24).* Collection comprises:* Tree Lily…  More Info

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Weigela Towers of Flowers® 'Apple Blossom'

With a narrow, upright habit, this hardy deciduous shrub is perfect for growing in patio pots and smaller borders. The columnar stems are filled with flowers in early summer, and often bear a second flush in late summer too. The pale pink flowers are borne above a cloak of oval, green foliage, which…  More Info

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Francoa sonchifolia

Francoa sonchifolia is a dainty choice for a patio planter, edging herbaceous borders or underplanting shrubs and roses. It has evergreen, scalloped and crinkled foliage borne in neat rosettes that develop into spreading clumps. From June to August, slender stems bear elegant, wand-like racemes of…  More Info

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Sambucus racemosa 'Welsh Gold'

…racemosa ‘Welsh Gold’ is an easy and reliable, disease-free shrub that makes an attractive foliage feature for mixed borders or a solitary focal specimen. It is particularly useful for illuminating woodland-type borders in partial shade. Height: 120cm (4ft). Spread: 1m (39in). Plant…  More Info

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Blueberry 'Powder Blue'

…spring are followed by fiery red foliage in the autumn, making this a valuable hardy shrub for seasonal interest in the garden. Blueberry 'Powder Blue' is an attractive addition to patio containers or acidic borders, and the fruits are a tasty addition to jams, pies and muffins. Height and spread if…  More Info

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Campanula takesimana

…in borders. It prefers a lightly shaded spot making it useful for under-planting trees and shrubs, or filling the darker borders in the garden. Height: 50cm (20). Spread: 100cm (39). Culinary note: The flowers can be used as garnishes but are also dried and then cooked in Asian cuisine. For more…  More Info

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