Shrubs For Small Gardens

Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Lime'

This compact Hydrangea is an impressive plant for a small garden, making an impact in late summer with its lime green blooms which gradually fade through creamy white into a gentle shade of pink. It takes centre stage again in autumn when the leaves change to glorious hues of red and orange. What?s…  More Info

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Erica carnea

…the front of borders. Mats of needle-like, green foliage produce masses of small pink flowers from early to mid spring, providing a rich source of nectar for pollinating insects. Its petite size makes it ideal for small gardens and courtyards or planted into a patio trough. Height: 15cm (6). Spread:…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Candy Little Ruby'

…in poor soils provided they are given sun. Many can grow too large for smaller gardens but the Butterfly Candy Collection of Buddlejas are especially dwarf and compact, reaching only around 80cm in height so they are perfect for small spaces or even containers. Buddleja ‘Butterfly Candy Little…  More Info

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Cytisus 'Boskoop Ruby'

…return ever year. It tolerates full sun, and is a great shrub for garden borders in a range of garden styles, from cottage to contemporary. This shrub grows to a very manageable size, making it ideal for small and medium sized gardens. Height: 150cm (59). Spread 150cm (59). Plant height and spread…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Candy Little Purple'

…in poor soils provided they are given sun. Many can grow too large for smaller gardens but the Butterfly Candy Collection of Buddlejas are especially dwarf and compact, reaching only around 80cm in height so they are perfect for small spaces or even containers. Buddleja ‘Butterfly Candy Little…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Candy Little Pink'

…in poor soils provided they are given sun. Many can grow too large for smaller gardens but the Butterfly Candy Collection of Buddlejas are especially dwarf and compact, reaching only around 80cm in height so they are perfect for small spaces or even containers. Buddleja ‘Butterfly Candy Little…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Candy Little Lila'

…in poor soils provided they are given sun. Many can grow too large for smaller gardens but the Butterfly Candy Collection of Buddlejas are especially dwarf and compact, reaching only around 80cm in height so they are perfect for small spaces or even containers. Buddleja ?Butterfly Candy Little Lila?…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Candy Little White'

…in poor soils provided they are given sun. Many can grow too large for smaller gardens but the Butterfly Candy Collection of Buddlejas are especially dwarf and compact, reaching only around 80cm in height so they are perfect for small spaces or even containers. Buddleja ‘Butterfly Candy Little…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Candy Little Cerise'

…for small spaces or even containers. Buddleja make easy and fast-growing shrubs which produce dense displays of conical flowers in late summer to autumn. Once established they are tough plants which will thrive in poor soils provided they are given sun. Many can grow too large for smaller gardens…  More Info

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Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Dart's Red Lady'

…attractive and very manageable low hedge, that is ideal for front gardens. It can also be planted as a lone specimen shrub, within a garden border. This Japanese Barberry cultivar was awarded the Award of Garden Merit, by the RHS, and has small dark burgundy coloured leaves, with contrasting pale…  More Info

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Leptospermum scoparium 'Red Damask'

A showy flowering shrub with evergreen foliage, repeat blooming and a bounty of nectar for bees. Leptospermum scoparium ‘Red Damask’ is a medium-sized shrub with arching shoots carrying small, narrow, deep green foliage. The leaves are pleasantly aromatic when crushed and contain oils…  More Info

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Cornus 'Eddie's White Wonder'

A spectacular dogwood tree for your garden, with broad white bracts surrounding small green-purple flowers in May-June. Its foliage turns to orange, red and purple in autumn. Was recently voted to 3rd place in the RHS Chelsea Flower Show ?Plant of the Centenary?. Grows to 6m. Supplied in a 2 litre…  More Info

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Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cascade'

…europeaus 'Red Cascade' is a selected form of a familiar hedgerow plant called the spindle bush. A deciduous shrub or small tree, with smooth, olive-green stems. This form was chosen for its particularly prodigious flowering; the rosy-red winged-fruits breaking open to reveal bright-orange seeds…  More Info

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Buxus sempervirens

…The small, glossy green leaves are densely arranged and respond well to regular clipping for a neat finish. Grow this versatile shrub as a box hedge or prune it to create formal shapes, both for containers on the patio and borders. Box plants also cope well with tricky shady positions in the garden.…  More Info

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Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Carpet'

…leaves. In early summer, upright spikes of small white flowers emerge above the sea of green. Tolerant of any soil and thriving in partial to full shade, Japanese Spurge is fantastic for low maintenance gardens, underplanting of trees and shrubs and for covering steep shady banks. Height: 15cm (6).…  More Info

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Acer palmatum

…Autumn, bringing added interest as the garden winds down. The Japanese maple is a slow-growing tree, making it perfect for low maintenance gardening and patio containers. Preferring some shade and shelter from strong winds, acers grow well in woodland gardens and make lovely specimen trees. Height…  More Info

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Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin'

Prized for its brilliant red young foliage, this 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…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Candy' Collection

…poor soils provided they are given sun. Many can grow too large for smaller gardens but the Butterfly Candy Collection of Buddlejas are especially dwarf and compact, reaching only around 80cm in height so they are perfect for small spaces or even containers. Height and Spread: 80cm (31?). Buddleja…  More Info

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Box Pyramid

Buxus also known as Box is a slow growing evergreen shrub with small dark green leaves and is ideal for shaping. Historically box has often been used in formal gardens as low growing hedges to edge flower beds or even to make intricate knot patterns. In recent years its popularity has grown by the…  More Info

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Box Hedging

…The small, glossy green leaves are densely arranged and respond well to regular clipping for a neat finish. Grow this versatile shrub as a box hedge or prune it to create formal shapes, both for containers on the patio and borders. Box plants also cope well with tricky shady positions in the garden.…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Flower Power'

…habit - just perfect for small gardens. Dense spikes of purple buds burst open to reveal red tinged, fragrant flowers. Hardy and easy to grow, this compact variety of the Butterfly Bush will attract clouds of butterflies to your garden. Height: 2.5m (8'). Useful links: How to plant trees and shrubs  More Info

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Rhododendron 'Dusty Miller' Yakushimanum Hybrid

…evergreen shrub with dark, silvery green leaves. From May to June, bright pink buds open into clusters of pale, creamy-pink, funnel-shaped flowers flushed with rose pink at the edges. The flowers fade to cream. This superb Yakushimanum hybrid is perfect for small gardens with lime-free soil and for…  More Info

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Rhododendron 'Flanagan's Daughter' Yakushimanum Hybrid

…evergreen shrub with dark, silvery green leaves. From May to June, it bears large pink flowers adorned with a prominent crimson blotch. The flowers fade to white as they age. This superb Yakushimanum hybrid is perfect for small gardens with lime-free soil and for container planting in small growing…  More Info

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Campsis x tagliabuana 'Yellow Trumpet'

…deciduous shrub bears showy, rich golden-yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers from spring to autumn, against a backdrop of mid-green tooth-shaped foliage. 'Yellow Trumpet' is compact and less vigorous than other varieties of the Trumpet Vine and is an ideal choice for training up a small trellis or garden…  More Info

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Cotoneaster lacteus

…value. Cotoneaster lacteus forms a small, multi-stemmed evergreen tree or large shrub densely cloaked in leathery, dark green leaves with furry white undersides. In spring, it is covered in large clusters of small white flowers that provide an early source of food for pollinators. The flowers are…  More Info

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Cordyline Trio

…them perfect focal points for both summer and winter containers and bedding schemes. Resistant to salt-laden winds and pollution, they’re a rewarding choice for all-year-round colour and structure in coastal gardens and small urban spaces. Plants slowly mature into small trees, forming a woody…  More Info

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Physocarpus opulifolius 'All Black'

…falling. This compact variety is perfect for small gardens and containers where it forms a rounded, bushy shrub. Physocarpus ‘All Black’ is a highly rewarding and undemanding shrub. Its dark foliage creates depth and drama, providing a beautiful foil for flowering plants and an effective…  More Info

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Hibiscus 'Flower Tower Purple'

For small gardens and tight spaces, you can’t beat these Flower Tower hibiscus. Their columnar habit can eventually reach up to 3 metres but their height is easily controlled by pruning. Their modest width is perfect for narrow borders, containers, balconies and courtyard corners where the…  More Info

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Hibiscus 'Flower Tower Ruby'

For small gardens and tight spaces, you can’t beat these Flower Tower hibiscus. Their columnar habit can eventually reach up to 3 metres but their height is easily controlled by pruning. Their modest width is perfect for narrow borders, containers, balconies and courtyard corners where the…  More Info

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Hibiscus 'Flower Tower White'

For small gardens and tight spaces, you can’t beat these Flower Tower hibiscus. Their columnar habit can eventually reach up to 3 metres but their height is easily controlled by pruning. Their modest width is perfect for narrow borders, containers, balconies and courtyard corners where the…  More Info

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Hibiscus 'Flower Tower Collection'

For small gardens and tight spaces, you can’t beat these Flower Tower hibiscus. Their columnar habit can eventually reach up to 3 metres but their height is easily controlled by pruning. Their modest width is perfect for narrow borders, containers, balconies and courtyard corners where the…  More Info

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Cercis chinensis 'Avondale'

A perfect choice for small gardens, this deciduous plants bushy habit lends itself well to being trained as either a shrub or small tree. Bare, upright shoots are covered in small clusters of deep purple-pink, pea-like flowers in spring, creating a spectacular display just before the leaves start to…  More Info

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Clematis 'Niobe'

…note in your garden with this Summer flowering clematis. 'Niobe' is a small to medium sized variety so it is perfect for growing in containers as well as being used to decorate walls, fences or pergolas with its 15cm (6) blooms. Also try growing at the back of a border on a frame for extra depth and…  More Info

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Magnolia 'Stellar Ruby'

…heavy flush of small pink to ruby blooms with prominent stamens. The flowers bear an intense fragrance that is variously described as ripe bananas, pear drops or port wine! Sporadic flushes of blooms continue until autumn. Magnolia ?Stellar Ruby? makes a unique specimen for a shrub or mixed border.…  More Info

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Rhododendron 'Bashful' Yakushimanum Hybrid

…spreading shrub with narrow, red-tinged dark green leaves. Deep rose-pink buds open to light rose-pink flowers fading with age to near white. The upper petal of each flower has dense maroon spotting. This superb Yakushimanum hybrid is perfect for small gardens with lime-free soil and for container…  More Info

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Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki'

…is a versatile, resilient shrub that is perfect for gardens of all sizes. It will grow in sun or shade and tolerates challenging sites such as dry banks. Perfect for lighting up a shady, neglected corner or as a low-maintenance structural shrub in the front garden. Height and spread: 1.5m (4.9ft).…  More Info

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Hippophae rhamnoides 'Pollmix'

…exposure, making it an ideal hedging and shelter belt choice for coastal gardens. ‘Pollmix’ is a male cultivar that does not produce berries but is useful for pollinating other female buckthorns. It forms a large upright shrub or small tree with silvery-green, willow-like leaves. Plants…  More Info

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Amelanchier 'Rainbow Pillar'

…Amelanchier is one of the very best small trees for urban gardens or courtyards. A vigorous tree or large shrub, it is extremely hardy, easy to grow and tolerant of pollution. It delivers multiple seasons of interest and is especially suited to gardens with acid to neutral soil where it develops…  More Info

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Cotoneaster dammeri

…provides the perfect backdrop for the small white flowers which will appear in early summer, these are later followed by bright red berries which will naturally attract wildlife into your garden. Bearberry requires very little attention once established and so is perfect for a low maintenance area.…  More Info

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Magnolia 'Pink Perfection'

…a long-lasting display. Magnolia 'Pink Perfection' slowly develops into a bushy, rounded, small tree or large shrub. Its slow-growing, compact habit makes it ideal as a specimen tree for small gardens. It also suits growing in a large container in a sheltered position. Height and spread: 2-5m…  More Info

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Alstroemeria 'White Pink Blush'

…to flopping. Alstroemerias are fleshy-rooted perennials which make rewarding garden plants due to their long flowering season from spring to autumn. They are also perfect for cut flower use and in wildlife gardens as they are a magnet for pollinating insects. Height and Spread: 30cm (12”).  More Info

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Cordyline 'Torbay Red'

…summer, remaining a focal point for winter bedding schemes. As its name suggests, it’s a smart choice for seaside gardens where it will tolerate salt-laden coastal winds. Resilient and low maintenance, it also copes with pollution and is brilliant for small urban spaces such as terraces,…  More Info

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Berberis thunbergii 'Golden Ring'

…Ring’ bears small yellow flowers that are loved by pollinators, followed closely by glossy, bright red berries that are attractive to birds. This bushy, spiny, small to medium shrub makes a colourful screening and security hedge or foundation shrub. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height and…  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Towers Duo'

…butterflies all summer long. This slender, hardy shrub is reliable and easy to grow. It demands much less space than traditional varieties, making it perfect for small patios and courtyards and an excellent hedging plant for creating colourful garden screens. Height: 2m (6'). Spread: 1m (3'). Plant…  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'Kobold'

…grey green foliage, this small but well formed Shrubby Cinquefoil an ideal candidate for container growing. During summer and autumn, Potentilla fruticosa 'Kobold' constantly produces an abundance of bright, butter yellow blooms which will brighten up any part of the garden and really makes it stand…  More Info

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Euonymus alatus 'Unforgettable Fire'

…by the small fruits that split open to reveal orange seeds plus the corky, winged branches that are visible in winter. A low-maintenance, drought-tolerant shrub that requires little to no pruning, Euonymus alatus ‘Unforgettable Fire’ is an excellent structural shrub for mixed borders…  More Info

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Prunus nipponica 'Brilliant'

The Japanese Alpine Cherry is a deciduous shrub or small tree that is covered in very pale pink, almost white flowers in spring. Prunus nipponica 'Brilliant' is very hardy and makes an excellent specimen plant in for small to medium gardens, its leaves emerge a rusty brown colour and slowly change…  More Info

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Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses'

…for a blaze of autumn colour in a small garden, you can’t beat this dwarf ‘Burning Bush’. Euonymus alatus is prized as an autumn spectacle, but whilst other varieties grow into tree-like specimens, ‘Little Moses’ is very dwarf and compact, making a lovely specimen for a…  More Info

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Convolvulus cneorum

This small evergreen shrub originates in the Mediterranean so is ideal for a hot and sunny patio in a container or in a border in the full sun. Convolvulus cneorum has white, funnel shaped flowers which have a slightly pink cast to them whilst in bud. Shrubby Bindweed has very silvery leaves which…  More Info

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Blueberry Collection

…varieties for maximum cross pollination and the very best crops. Delicious, firm fruits, which are packed full with healthy vitamins and antioxidants, are produced in summer on attractive, maneagable bushes. Attractive spring flowers and bright autumn foliage make these hardy shrubs a real asset…  More Info

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Cotoneaster dammeri

…provides the perfect backdrop for the small white flowers which will appear in early summer, these are later followed by bright red berries which will naturally attract wildlife into your garden. Bearberry requires very little attention once established and so is perfect for a low maintenance area.…  More Info

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Weigela 'Arabian Nights'

…Nights’ offers an extended season of colour. Its compact size also means it is perfect for maximising interest in small spaces. Plant it into a container on a terrace, patio or balcony garden, or use it in a mixed border. Weigela ‘Arabian Nights’ forms rounded mounds of mahogany…  More Info

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Physocarpus opulifolius 'Rubella'

…in the garden and Physocarpus is one of the best for this purpose. The glossy, dark red-brown foliage of Physocarpus ‘Rubella’ creates depth and drama in borders for months. Contrast it with lime or silver foliage for added impact. Additional interest is provided by clusters of small…  More Info

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Abelia zanderi 'Little Richard'

This dwarf Abelia is perfect for small spaces or container growing. Abelia zanderi 'Little Richard' forms a ball-shaped shrub composed of arching branches clothed in semi-evergreen leaves. The foliage emerges bright red in spring and matures to a glossy, rich green. From July until the first frosts,…  More Info

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Fuchsia 'Chilli Red'

…presented on a compact, upright bush. This fast-growing but compact shrub suits container-growing as well as small garden borders. Adaptable and low maintenance it will pour out flowers for months and is particularly useful for adding a pop of bright colour in partially shaded sites where it is…  More Info

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Cercidiphyllum japonicum

…Cercidiphyllum japonicum forms an attractive, often multi-stemmed tree. This RHS AGM variety makes a fabulous specimen tree for a woodland setting or a smaller garden! Supplied in 9cm pot. Height and spread: 10m (32ft). Please note: Plants offered in 9cm pots are in their first year of growth,…  More Info

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Rhododendron 'Snow Crown' Yakushimanum Hybrid

…Award of Garden Merit. It forms a low, spreading shrub. Pinkish-purple buds open to white flowers, flushed pink, with wavy margins and some maroon spotting on the upper petal. This superb Yakushimanum hybrid is perfect for small gardens with lime-free soil and for container planting in small growing…  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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Lavender 'Dwarf Blue'

Lavender ‘Dwarf Blue’ is a compact variety that is perfect for small beds and containers. Small in stature but big on display, this dwarf lavender produces masses of scented purple-blue flowerheads throughout summer, above a neat mound of silvery evergreen foliage that provides…  More Info

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Blueberry 'Flamingo'

Blueberry ?Flamingo? boasts small white flowers with unique foliage that emerges an attractive mottled pink colour, before maturing to bright green with cream marbling. This compact little Blueberry is perfect for the patio where you can enjoy its ornamental value as well as the juicy sweet fruits…  More Info

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