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aka Japanese White Birch

Similar to Silver Birch, but has bigger leaves and distinct white bark on the trunk. Lovely graceful specimen tree, slightly pendulous branches. Vibrant autumn colours. Deciduous. Very hardy.

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aka Himalayan Birch

Himalyan Birch. A selected form of this special tree that has a glistening white trunk of peeling bark. The dark green foliage has serrated edges and turns warm yellow in autumn. 'White Spire' tends to have a very upright columnar habit. Plant in soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Est.10yr.growth.

Make a real statement by planting in groups of 3 or more with some garden up-lighting to show off the white trunks at night.

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Recently introduced by the JC Raulston Arboretum, this hybrid boasts 5-8cm deep wine red magnolia like flowers. Handsome shrub with lustrous dark green disease resistant foliage; flowering stems are outstanding in vases.

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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 Upright Hornbeam

An upright narrow form of Hornbeam with oval ribbed green leaves that have good autumn colour, eventually turning brown. The leaves often remain on the tree for quite some time over winter. The tree will gradually broaden with age. Attractive catkins

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aka Toon Tree

The 'Toon' tree is all about the fabulous foliage which emerges in early spring. Initially the leaves are bright shrimp pink, gradually turning to bright green. Strong upright growth. Protect from wind. Deciduous.

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aka Katsura Tree

One for the connoisseur. A delightful pendulous deciduous tree with fresh green rounded foliage that turns shades of smoky pink and butter yellow in autumn. Also at this time of year the tree gives off a sweet spicy fragrance that some folk say smells like burnt sugar! Definitely a sweetie.

This is a special feature tree with branches that cascade gently to the ground - exceptionally lovely and rarely available. Even looks good bare which is more than I can say for some!

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aka Katsura tree

A special deciduous tree with aromatic foliage. The emerging spring leaves are shaded in tones of reddish-bronze before turning a deep green over summer. The leaves are heart shaped and neatly arranged in pairs on multi-stemmed branches. Fantastic autumn colours before leaf fall. Deciduous.

This tree will grow in sun or part shade and prefers a rich soil that does not completely dry out in summer.

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aka Chinese Redbud

Chinese Redbud. A pretty little deciduous tree with an open branch habit. The bare branches are smothered in clusters of bright pink blossoms in spring. Heart shaped green leaves follow. Happiest in a sunny sheltered position in deep fertile soil. Height given 10 year estimate.

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aka Forest Pansy

An attractive small deciduous tree with an interesting branch formation. In spring these branches are covered in tiny, hot pink blossoms. The wow factor continues when the deep maroon foliage appears. Plant where the light can shine through the foliage and away from strong wind. Est.10yr.growth.

Outstanding dark glossy dark purple foliage Heat resistant, strong bright pink flowers that are self cleaning. Low seed set.