The Temperature is dropping, and we can all feel the change. We are into the winter season and the second week in November.
The plants are also feeling the drop in temperature so if you have tender geraniums outside now is the time to bring them in. Lots of us had the chance last week to get out in the garden and tidy up perennials and cut back some shrubs and generally give the beds and borders the once over check.
If you are looking to add some new structure or colour to the garden this winter below are a few of the options that have caught my eye, and I think they would add beauty to any garden this time of year.
Mahonia is a fantastic choice known for its distinctive spiky foliage and vibrant yellow winter flowers. After flowering Mahonia produces clusters of blue and black berries that resemble grapes. These berries are a good food source for birds. Viburnum has a few varieties to choose from, Viburnum Lisa Marie is quite popular and viburnum tinus just to mention some. This shrub offers year-round interest from lush foliage to fragrant flowers and ornamental berries. Ilex commonly known as Holly with its glossy green leaves and bright red berries. Conifers are a popular one with conical structure and lots of variety to choose like Wilma, Cupressus, macrocarpa or Goldcrest lovely scent off this one. Thuja come in many varieties also popular. Heathers are a lovely choice for low growing shrubs and the gaultheria with its red berries are another low growing choice. These are, just to mention a few, plants that can be added to your garden for to enjoy a bit of winter colour.
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This time of year it’s a lovely idea to help our feathered friend and add a bit of food to the feeder for the birds and keep a bird bath topped up with water. If you want to add to your collection we have some offers on birdfeeders in store now.
Bareroot will be available soon, so pre-orders are welcome.
We are now taking bookings for our wreath making classes you can get info on our Facebook and Instagram page.
