Bergenias, out of fashion at one time, I will say no more regarding that rubbish. Well anyway back in favour!This Bergenia in our woodland area flowers quite well, pity the evergreen leaves tend to get a rather moth eaten look … Continue reading →
Auricula, an evergreen primrose found in the mountainous regions of Southern Europe. Perhaps requiring a little cosseting, but well worth it. There is the Alpine Auriculas grown for the perfection of their blooms, and of course the show varieties virtually … Continue reading →
The Daffodil Jetfire, one of the best Dwarf varieties. The daffodils here in Aberdeen will soon be in full bloom. If your garden is open to the elements, look out for some of the shorter Daffs in the garden centres next … Continue reading →
Iris Reticulata Harmony Bulbous Iris Reticulata. Although in most documentation regarded to as Spring flowering, I have found that even here in Aberdeen Reticulata Harmony will start flowering freely from February in some years.
Continue reading →Magnolia Stellata So many Magnolias to choose from, the hardiest of them all is Stellata. I have seen this one growing very well in Aberdeen, however I have given up on it.
Continue reading →Sorbus Cashmiriana an extremely ornamental Rowan If you are looking for an ornamental tree for the small garden this really is one to consider. Sorbus Cashmiriana found growing in the Himalayas, our Scottish climate seems to suit its requirements very well.
Continue reading →Anemone Blanda, a delightful plant which brightens up the garden Anemone Blanda, a delightful plant which brightens up the garden in March and April.
Continue reading →Rhododendron Taurus, one of the best reds available. In spite of complaining about Winter, I really do love having the four seasons.
Continue reading →Fritillaria Crown Imperial, surely the most eye-catching flowering plant of April, very majestic in appearance, and fully hardy in Aberdeen. They come in shades of orange and yellow, flowering April/May. The orange flowering ones seem to become established more quickly than the yellows.
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