Acer pal. ‘Fireglow’ is known as Japanese Maple. This deciduous shrub has purple-red leaves. This color changes to orange-red in autumn. The Acer pal. ‘Fireglow’ blooms in April and wears purple flowers during this flowering period. An adult specimen can reach a height of 2-3 meters. The Acer pal. ‘Fireglow’ grows in all soil types as long as they are well drained. The Acer pal. Fireglow prefers a location in the sun or partial shade. This shrub is mainly used as a solitary in gardens or parks. The Acer pal. ‘Fireglow’ is hardy.
Helleborus niger is known as the Christmas Rose and finds its origin in the Eastern Alps. The Helleborus niger is a member of the Ranunculus family. The Helleborus niger owes its popularity to its flowering period. The flowering period takes place from January to April. During the flowering period the Helleborus niger bears large white flowers. These flowers change color to pale pink as the flowering period progresses. The Helleborus niger prefers placement in partial shade or shadow. This perennial can reach a maximum height of 30 centimeters.
Allium giganteum (LF) is a tuberous plant, which blooms from April to May. During this flowering period the Allium giganteum (LF) bears purple / pink / lilac flowers. An adult specimen can reach a maximum height of 1.8 meters. Allium giganteum (LF) prefers a location in the sun or partial shade. This plant is mainly used as a solitary in borders. The soil should be dry to normal.
Skimmia j. ‘Rubella’ is an evergreen, compact ornamental shrub which blooms from March to May. During this flowering period the Skimmia j. ‘Rubella’ bears pink flowers. An adult specimen can reach a height of up to 1 meter. In order to reach the maximum height, the Skimmia j. ‘Rubella’ can best be placed in the shade or semi-shade.
Camellia japonica is an evergreen shrub with green leaves. Camellia japonica flowers early, from March to April. During this flowering period, Camellia japonica bears red / pink flowers. An adult bush can reach a maximum height of 2.5 meters. Camellia japonica grows well in a humus-rich soil. This plant prefers a location in the sun or partial shade. The soil should be moist in order to achieve optimal growth. Camellia japonica is mainly used as a solitary or tub plant in (rock) gardens and parks. Camellia japonica is moderately hardy and has an upright growth.
The Buxus is often used in “French gardens”. They are best known for their compact sculptures due to the resistance and persistence of their leaves. The different shades of green ensure the great familiarity of the Buxus. The Buxus Sempervirens is doing well. Of all species, this is the most grown Buxus. This plant is hardy and can adapt to any type of soil. The Buxus Sempervirens flowers from April to May and can reach an adult height of 8 meters!
