conifers - A Selection

A dwarf White Cedar which will form a compact dome of bright yellow-green foliage. Thuja occidentalis 'Danica Aurea' is a slow-growing hardy evergreen conifer that is ideal for dotting through sunny borders and rockeries or growing as a container specimen. Height & Spread: 60cm (24).

Thuja occidentalis 'Danica' is a dwarf White Cedar variety with beautiful, dome-shaped, bright green leaves that grows slowly. This hardy, evergreen, coniferous shrub, which has been awarded a coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, turns a tinted bronze color in the winter. A tough plant that can be used in a container or in a sunny border; for added effect, put one every now and then throughout the border. Height & Spread: 50cm (20).

Mr. Bowling Ball is a dwarf White Cedar variant that is more groundcover than others in the species Thuja occidentalis. With its evergreen, threadlike, sage-green foliage, it requires very little upkeep. This compact, high-impact shrub can be used as a low hedge or sprinkled across borders. Height & Spread: 70cm (28).

With a growth rate of only 1 or two inches a year (3 - 5 cm), this dwarfing Norway spruce is in no hurry to reach its full size, making it perfect for alpine gardens and rockeries where it will slowly spread.

With a fresh Juniper scent, and an upright, thin habit, this architectural conifer is a great choice for the front garden, or as a conifer within a large rockery. It can also be used within a formal garden, for example, planted in pairs along the length of a path.

This dwarf black pine makes a stylish architectural statement, perfect for accenting a doorway or window. Grown as a ‘standard’ tree it has a slender clear stem with reddish-brown bark topped with a dense, spherical head of long, dark green needles. Tolerant of pollution and coastal conditions, this tough little tree can be enjoyed without demanding much attention. Slow growing and naturally forming a dense crown, pruning isn’t necessary unless you feel the need to tidy up its spikey

Pinus densiflora 'Alice Verkade' is a compact conifer with long, slender needles that add textural interest to the garden. This low, spreading evergreen can produce multiple stems that give it an interesting bonsai look. Japanese Red Pine are ideal for adding year-round texture and colour to rockeries and conifer collections. Perfect for coastal areas and exposed positions where it will tolerate sea air and wind. Height: 100cm (39?). Spread: 200cm (78?).

The Himalayan or Deodar Cedar makes a truly spectacular specimen. Its spreading branches form a large conical tree which demands plenty of space to be appreciated at its best. Cloaked in evergreen needle-like foliage, each branch tip has a gently weeping habit that makes a majestic silhouette in the landscape. Mature specimens may bear upright, oval shaped cones which slowly mature from green to brown, and can reach up to 12cm (5) long. Once established, Cedrus deorara requires virtually no

Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Gold Coast' will lift a green planting scheme to another level as the golden foliage will remain through the year offering another dimension to a conifer bed, border or rockery. As a dwarf conifer Gold Coast's mounding habit will bring an interesting height to work with as it will grow to just 1m (3') tall once established and as with most conifers it's easy to maintain. Height and spread: 1m (3').

A unique dwarf conifer with elegant, twisted needles that curl and bend in every direction. Pinus strobus 'Tiny Kurls' forms a bushy plant with an irregular habit and a shaggy windswept look. A slow-growing Pine that will stay compact for many years, making it ideal for small gardens, containers and rockeries where it will be sure to catch your eye. Height: 300cm (118). Spread: 200cm (78).

Originating from Japan, this miniature conifer is a slow-growing variety that is perfect for any size garden and will only grow around ¼? a year! The evergreen foliage of Chamaecyparis pisifera ?Hime-Sawara? will provide colour and texture all year round. Height 200cm (78?) and spread 150cm (59?).

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Pygmaea Argentea' is a small and rounded shrub with gorgeous dark bluey-green foliage which fade to white tips. It is clear to see how it won the RHS AGM Award of Garden Merit.

Transform your garden with Juniperus communis 'Green Carpet,' a stunning low-growing conifer renowned for its dense, evergreen foliage. Ideal for creating a lush ground cover, this versatile juniper spreads beautifully over time, extending up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) while remaining compact in height. Awarded the RHS AGM for its outstanding garden performance, 'Green Carpet' is perfect for adding a touch of greenery to rockeries, borders, and garden edges.The vibrant, aromatic green foliage of