A small selection of trees for smaller gardens
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With example prices, subject to quantity ordered.
1.Catalpa bignoniodes 'Nana' / Indian bean tree (south
eastern North America)
Grafted at crown. Compact, rounded mop-headed deciduous tree.
Mature height is 4 metres and width of 3 metres, ideal for the
small garden or tight spaces. Large (10-15cm) light green,
heart-shaped leaves turn yellow before falling in the autumn.
Fleshy, cordate root system, plant in sun to light shade. Prefers
moist and nutrient-rich soils, dry positions are tolerated
surprisingly well but intolerant of chalk.
2. Cercis silliquastrum/Judas tree (southern
Europe)
A slow growing small deciduous tree reaching 4-6 metres tall and
wide. Funnel-shaped becoming umbrella like. In April for 2-3 weeks
fragrant, crimson-pink flowers appear in clusters directly on the
stem and branches. Flat brown seed pods persist all winter. Plant
in sunny hot areas in well drained soil. Susceptible to frost,
prefers calcareous sandy or loamy soils. Tolerant to draught.
3.Laburnum watereri 'Vossii'/Golden Chain (south
Europe)
This genus indigenous to the northern hemisphere comprises 30
species including 5-6 metres high deciduous trees. The flowering
time is usually 10-14 days, the earliest varieties starting at the
beginning of May, the latest the beginning of June in white, pink
and red flower colours. Many varieties have miniature apples
ranging in colours of yellow to orange to reds. Plant in sun to
light shade in well drained, slightly acidic to alkaline soil.
4.Malus / Flowering Crabs
This genus indigenous to the northern hemisphere comprises 30
species including 5-6 metres high deciduous trees. The flowering
time is usually 10-14 days, the earliest varieties starting at the
beginning of May, the latest the beginning of June in white, pink
and red flower colours. Many varieties have miniature apples
ranging in colours of yellow to orange to reds. Plant in sun to
light shade in well drained, slightly acidic to alkaline soil.
5. Mespilus germanica/Medlar (central & southern
Europe, western Asia)
A slow growing, 3-5 metres high deciduous tree. Large white
flowers appear after leaves shoot in May-June. Dark green leaves
turn yellow or orange-brown in the autumn. Edible, sticky and
sweet, broadly round apple shaped fruits. Plant in sun to
semi-shade, tolerates heat. Deep rooting, Mespilus prefers well
drained loamy soil, slightly acidic to very alkaline.
Please note that some trees are imported to order.
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