Lavenderare small aromatic evergreen shrubs with usually narrow, simple, entire, toothed or lobed leaves and small tubular flowers in dense spikes ...
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Trachelospermum are a evergreen twining climber with glossy dark green leaves which turn bronze-red in winter. Pure white highly perfumed flowers a...
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Elaeagnus or spotted oleaster are a medium evergreen shrub with wide ovate leaves. They often bear fragrant flowers which grow in small clusters ar...
View full detailsThe irresistible and highly perfumed summer flowering evergreen. Smothered in white flowers in mid summer.
Mahonia are evergreen shrubs which are grown for their foliage. They have yellow, cup-shaped flowers which are beautifully fragranced and spiny-mar...
View full detailsEvergreen twining climber with glossy dark green leaves which turn bronze-red in winter. Pure white highly perfumed flowers are produced in mid and...
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Magnolias are deciduous or evergreen shrubs commonly found in woodlands or along river banks. They are grown for their showy, erect flowers which c...
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Elaeagnus or Spotted Oleaster are a medium evergreen shrub with wide ovate leaves. They often bear fragrant flowers which grow in small clusters ar...
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Camellias are one of the most popular winter- and spring-flowering shrubs, providing a vivid splash of colour when little else is in bloom. Camelli...
View full detailsCamellia is a dense slow growing evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves, has semi-double, dark, red flowers which are freely produced in ear...
View full detailsHeuchera are more or less evergreen, clump-forming perennials with attractive, rounded, shallowly palmately lobed leaves and racemes or panicles of...
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Ebbingei are hardy, fast-growing evergreen shrubs excellent for hedging. The variety Compacta is, as the name suggests, more compact and dense than...
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Camellias are one of the most popular winter- and spring-flowering shrubs, providing a vivid splash of colour when little else is in bloom. Camelli...
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Elaeagnus or spotted oleaster are a medium evergreen shrub with wide ovate leaves. They often bear fragrant flowers which grow in small clusters ar...
View full detailsEvergreen shrub with glossy, grey-green leaves, silver beneath. Bears small, fragrant, white flowers in autumn. Good screening plant. Requires full...
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Camellias are one of the most popular winter- and spring-flowering shrubs, providing a vivid splash of colour when little else is in bloom. Camelia...
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Elaeagnus or spotted oleaster are a medium evergreen shrub with wide ovate leaves. They often bear fragrant flowers which grow in small clusters ar...
View full detailsIncorporating dog-friendly plants into home and garden spaces offers numerous benefits for both pets and their owners. Firstly, these plants ensure the safety and health of dogs, reducing the risk of poisoning from toxic varieties often found in typical gardens. This is particularly important for pet owners who might otherwise spend considerable time and resources managing or treating accidental ingestions. Additionally, many dog-friendly plants, such as lavender and chamomile, can have calming effects on pets, enhancing their wellbeing and potentially reducing anxiety-related behaviors.
Beyond the health and emotional benefits for the dogs, dog-friendly plants can also contribute to a more vibrant and diverse ecosystem in one's garden. These plants often attract beneficial insects, promoting biodiversity and aiding in the garden’s ecological balance. For pet owners, this means a garden that is not only safe for their furry friends but also more sustainable and environmentally friendly. Furthermore, the presence of such plants often encourages outdoor activity and interaction, fostering a stronger bond between pets and their owners through shared time spent in a safe, green space.
