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Category Archives: Shrubs

The new Viburnum x le bois marquis

Posted in: Autumn colour, Gifts, Shrubs, winter colour | November 18, 2015 at 09:59 , by Downside Nurseries

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Virbunum 'le bois marquis' WEB Nov 14 with convolvulus cneorum alongside

We have the new Viburnum x le bois marquis bred by Hillier’s. An exciting new cross, it is a semi-evergreen upright shrub, only losing its leaves in a very severe winter. Its green foliage in the summer contrasts with its beautiful autumn colours ranging from wine-red to dazzling glossy red...

Brugmansia (angel’s trumpet)

Posted in: Shrubs | May 10, 2015 at 08:29 , by Downside Nurseries

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Brugmansia (angel’s trumpet) is an evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub which certainly makes a spectacular statement in a conservatory or cool greenhouse. The trumpet-shaped flowers are often highly scented, and although the plant is not fully hardy, it can be placed outdoors during the frost-free summer months. We have both some...

Mothering Sunday

Posted in: Gift Vouchers, Gifts, Mothers' Day, Shrubs | March 12, 2015 at 15:36 , by Downside Nurseries

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Camellia Japonica Brushfield Yellow at Downside Nurseries

Mothering Sunday If you’re looking for a special present for Mum, how about one of our lovely shrubs that will bring delight for years to come. Cut flowers always have such a short life….. For that something really special, what about a Camellia? Here’s a pic of one of our very...

Supplying your Christmas needs

Posted in: Christmas Shopping, Gifts, Shrubs, winter colour | December 5, 2014 at 12:10 , by Downside Nurseries

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Supplying your Christmas needs potted and cut Christmas trees with a choice of Standard, Blue Spruce and Nordman Firs (with a great range of sizes) Shrubs, climbers and roses Christmas wreaths Hardy outdoor cyclamen for a fabulous splash of colour Downside gift vouchers for that perfect present – from £5...

Convolvulus cneorum

Posted in: Evergreen Shrub, Shrubs, winter colour | December 3, 2014 at 15:47 , by Downside Nurseries

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Convolvulus cneorum Convolvulus cneorum is a dwarf evergreen shrub . The lance-shaped silver foliage, which is retained all year round, makes a perfect foil for the pure white funnel-shaped flowers, which emerge from attractive pink buds from late Spring to late Summer. Ideal for use in silver borders or as an...