Dahlia13

Blossom Trees

Hi Stephen,

For Acers, check out e-bay, Morrisons and J. Parker (www.jparker.co.uk)

Also check out Millais Nursery for Rhododendrons, Azaleas, they also stock a few varieties of Acers http://www.rhododendrons.co.uk

I would source plants on e-bay as a first port of call.

Blossom Trees

Hi there, I'm in the process of creating an 'acid' border and would also recommend Acers - having now planted over 18 in the border - they look absolutely fantastic. One favourite is A.P. Aureum - red stems in the autumn folllowed by Golden/Green foliage in the Spring/summer, another favourite A.P. Shin Doshojo - scarlet red stems and foliage. Most acers grow from 6ft to around 20ft but you can keep them to a desired height once they are established.  The Aureum has grown from 1ft to nearly 6ft in 3 years. Some are slow growing so its best to let them grow and allow them to take their natural shape. They can also be expensive to buy, so shop around. To compliment the acers I've planted Rhododendrons and Azaleas - all acid loving plants with low maintenance with acers providing year round colour and interest. Tall Rhodos are also a favourite.  For more inspiration take a look at the Fourseasonsgarden on the web. The colours are amazing. Hope this helps. Good luck and keep us posted on progress.

Talkback: Weather damage to plants

Sadly, I also lost an acer which was already suffering from wind burn and the frost finally killed it off. Have planted another so I'm hoping it will survive this unsettling weather, although we do need the rain, we can do without the frost.

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