Winter-Spring
Galanthus nivalis - Snowdrop
- Height: 10-15 centimeters
- Flowering Season: Late winter to early spring
- Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil in a shady or partially shaded area. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Pruning: Remove faded flowers to encourage new growth.
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Watering: Regular watering, especially during dry spells
- Benefits: Snow Drops are known for their delicate white flowers that symbolize the arrival of spring. They are low-maintenance and attract pollinators to your garden.
Cyclamen coum - Round-leaved cyclamen
- Height: 10-15 centimeters
- Flowering Season: Late winter to early spring
- Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil in a partially shaded area. Avoid overwatering and allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
- Pruning: Remove faded flowers and yellowing leaves to promote new growth.
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Watering: Moderate watering, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings
- Benefits: produces charming pink or purple flowers that brighten up the winter garden. They are known for their resilience and ability to thrive in challenging conditions.
Viburnum Tinus - Laurustine
- Height: 2-4 meters
- Flowering Season: Winter to spring
- Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded area. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
- Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Watering: Regular watering, especially during dry spells
- Benefits: is an evergreen shrub that produces clusters of fragrant white flowers. It provides year-round interest with its glossy leaves and is a favourite among gardeners for its versatility and low maintenance.
Lonicera fragrantissima - Honeysuckle
- Height: 1.5-3 meters
- Flowering Season: Winter to early spring
- Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded area. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or overcrowded branches.
- Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or overcrowded branches.
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Watering: Regular watering, especially during dry spells
- Benefits: prized for its highly fragrant white flowers that bloom in winter. It attracts pollinators and adds a delightful scent to your garden during the colder months.
Jasmine nudiflorum - Winter Jasmine
- Height: 1-2 meters
- Flowering Season: Late winter to early spring
- Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil and provide full sun to partial shade. Prune after flowering to maintain shape.
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells
- Benefits: adds a burst of color to your garden during the colder months and attracts pollinators.
Helleborus niger - Lenten Rose
- Height: 40cm
- Flowering Season: Late winter to early spring
- Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil and provide partial shade. Remove old leaves in early spring to showcase the flowers.
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells
- Benefits: Hellebores are known for their elegant and long-lasting flowers, making them a beautiful addition to any garden.
Skimmia Japonica "Rubella" - Skimmia "Rubella"
- Height: 1-1.5 meters
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil and provide partial shade. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape.
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells
- Benefits: adds color and fragrance to your garden, and its berries attract birds. It is an evergreen shrub that provides year-round interest with its vibrant foliage and fragrant flowers
Cornus mas - Cornelian Cherry
- Height: 4-8 meters
- Flowering Season: Late winter to early spring
- Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil and provide full sun to partial shade. Prune in late winter to maintain shape.
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells
- Benefits: produces beautiful yellow flowers and edible fruits, making it a unique and attractive addition to your garden.
Garrya elliptica - Silk-tassel bush
- Height: can reach a height of 3-5 meters.
- Flowering Season: This plant blooms in late winter to early spring.
- Care Tips: prefers a sunny or partially shaded location. It thrives in well-drained soil and requires minimal watering once established.
- Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain its shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.
- Soil: This plant prefers fertile, loamy soil with good drainage.
- Watering: Water regularly during the first year to establish its root system. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.
- Benefits: is known for its attractive evergreen foliage and unique catkins that add interest to the winter garden.
Viburnum x Bodnantense "Dawn" - Arrowwood
- Height: can grow up to 2-3 meters in height.
- Flowering Season: This plant blooms from late winter to early spring.
- Care Tips: thrives in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering.
- Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain its shape and remove any dead or crossing branches.
- Soil: This plant prefers fertile, loamy soil with good drainage.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist.
- Benefits: is prized for its fragrant pink flowers that bloom during the winter months, adding beauty and fragrance to your garden.