2024-07-03T11:21:57+01:00By Paramount Plants|Topiary|
You might think of topiary plants as uniquely British, but, in fact, the art of training living green sculptures first became popular in the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome. Historical sources can confirm that topiary art was particularly popular in ancient Rome. It was a close friend of Julius [...]
2022-01-14T18:23:15+00:00By Paramount Plants|Climbers|
If you are looking for showy climbing plants that can be left to their own devices or easily trained against garden structures, there is no better choice than rambling or climbing roses. When trained against an archway, rambling roses look particularly striking. […]
2022-12-13T11:14:07+00:00By Paramount Plants|Hedging|
Euonymus, which is more commonly known as Spindle or Spindle Tree, is a large family of dwarf shrubs, small trees, and creepers which can be deciduous or evergreen. There are 175 species in this family, all of whom are treasured for their attractive foliage, and, in some cases, interesting fruit [...]
2022-01-14T18:31:49+00:00By Paramount Plants|Conifers|
Dwarf conifers are ideal for small gardens as these compact evergreens do not take up too much space. However, although they might not be imposing in size, they are indeed impressive when it comes to their appearance! Unlike their full-sized versions, most dwarf conifer cultivars can be successfully grown in [...]
2019-08-08T07:42:38+01:00By Paramount Plants|Hedging|
Berberis Thunbergii, better known as Japanese Barberry or Red Barberry, is a hardy shrub treasured for its spectacular autumn colour. The dense, deer-resistant foliage and the compact growth habit make barberry varieties a popular choice for hedging. Berberis Thunbergii is a perfect candidate for a striking hedge. [...]
2023-10-25T14:51:28+01:00By Paramount Plants|Flowering Plants|
Weigela, a deciduous flowering shrub that was most in demand during the Victorian times, is making a comeback to the United Kingdom’s gardens. Weigela’s renewed popularity is not surprising, though, as this showy shrub offers interests throughout the seasons and asks almost no special care in return. The old-fashioned [...]
