Barcham Trees - Alkaline Soil

Aesculus indica (Indian Horse Chestnut)

ellen — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:49:36 +0100

The Indian Horse Chestnut originates in the Himalayas, ahving been introduced to Britain in the 1850's.

Alnus incana (Grey Alder) 'Aurea'

admin — Mon, 19 Jun 2006 15:55:46 +0100

A truly delightful form of grey alder with a long period of interest.

Alnus incana (Grey Alder) 'Laciniata'

admin — Tue, 23 May 2006 16:40:22 +0100

This form of the grey alder has been grown since the early 1860s.

Euodia hupehensis

ellen — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 16:57:06 +0100

A small genus and a must for any collector for arboretum.

Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cascade'

ellen — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 17:01:21 +0100

A good choice even on chalky soils.

Fraxinus ornus (Flowering Ash) 'Louisa Lady'

admin — Tue, 30 May 2006 15:59:29 +0100

This cultivar of the Flowering Ash gives spectacular autumn colour - much richer than that of the species.

Fraxinus ornus (Flowering Ash) 'Meczek'

admin — Tue, 30 May 2006 16:02:42 +0100

This Flowering Ash is the perfect choice where space is limited.

Fraxinus ornus (Flowering Ash) 'Obelisk'

admin — Tue, 30 May 2006 17:28:31 +0100

As its name suggests, this Flowering Ash has a narrow, columnar habit.

Fraxinus ornus (Manna Ash, Flowering Ash)

admin — Tue, 30 May 2006 15:35:44 +0100

The Manna Ash or Flowering Ash has been grown in Britain since before 1700. A sweet sap, known as manna, is extracted from the stems to make a laxative!

Koelreuteria paniculata (Pride of India)

admin — Tue, 30 May 2006 17:52:43 +0100

Also known as the Golden Rain Tree, this was introduced from China in the 1760s.