Pinus thunbergii Japanese Black Pine paper daisyBold, sculptural, and full of character, the Japanese Black Pine is a striking evergreen conifer with a windswept silhouette and dark, textured bark that gives it a sense of quiet strength. Its twisted, deep green needles grow in pairs, while its long, silvery buds (up to 20cm) add year round visual interest. This is a tree for the artists eye its natural, irregular form is ideal for cloud pruning, bonsai, or topiary, yet even left untouched, it
This species is long-lived and will produce scented flowers after 10-15 years
while its graceful
The velvety flowers blend rich orange
is an evergreen perennial that forms in clumps and thrives in cool
Soil: Well drained and enriched with organic matter
This variety does not mound so less cutting back is required
followed by small blue-purple berries in summer
bees and other insects
the Iceberg Rose remains a garden favourite year after year
often found in areas with clay or sandy loam
Morello is well suited to home gardens where a reliable fruiting cherry with culinary uses is desired
The fruits are astringent and although not sought after for eating