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aka Hornbeam

Hornbeam. Ideal tree for hedging or pleaching. Attractive oval green ribbed foliage that has good autumn tones before turning brown. The leaves hold on the tree well into winter. Smooth grey bark, ornamental catkins in spring followed by ornamental winged seed 'nuts'. Deciduous.

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aka Poplar

Poplar. This popular shelter belt tree grows rapidly into a tall stately column of fresh green foliage. Will tolerate just about any conditions even damp and heavy soil. Nice yellow tones prior to leaf fall. Hardy and deciduous. Est.10yr.growth. NB will eventually reach 30m plus!

Poplars are wonderful shelter and landscape trees but do need room to grow. Their roots can be invasive so ensure they are not planted near domestic drains or pathways.

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aka Poplar

Poplar. This popular farm shelter belt tree grows rapidly into a tall stately column of fresh green foliage. Will tolerate just about any conditions even damp and heavy soil. Prefers a more sheltered position. Hardy and deciduous. Size estimate given for 10yr growth; will eventually reach 30m plus!

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aka Flowering Cherry

Raised in NZ, 'Awanui' is a little different from other flowering cherries in that the horizontal branches drape softly almost to ground level. The prolific spring blooms are softest baby pink and single. A tree in full blossom is extremely pretty. Definitely a must have. Deciduous.