Choosing the perfect tree for a garden setting can be tricky; let us help you make the right choices.

Trees for Gardens


Choosing trees that are suitable for planting in gardens is not an easy task. Quite often there are many conflicting factors that are liable to affect not only the trees success, but if ignored may cause complications in the future.

The biggest problem with planting in gardens is the lack of space for a tree to grow. In the short term this is less of a problem however in the long term, inappropriate species selection for planting in gardens can cause problems between neighbours and at worst subsidence to properties. Despite the fact the more flippant amongst the population may not be concerned with the future implications that tree planting may have, it is possible to make choices regarding planting in gardens with some foresight. The result of making a wise decision is that the tree selected will be able to make a statement and be a sustainable investment which will last a lifetime without the risk of future problems.

So, in theory, making the right selection is a necessity; but how can this choice be made with confidence? In order to help you to make a suitable decision, we have established a short list of species that are particularly suited to planting in Garden situations:

• Amelanchier arborea Robin Hill

• Betula pendula Youngii

• Cornus mas

• Corylus avellana Zellernus

• Magnolia x loebneri Leonard Messel

If these trees do not suit your requirement, there are many other trees thatare suitable for gardens, please see the full selection on the right hand side.