Avoid dry soil or cover the soil with a layer of organic mulch to retain moisture

It prefers the sun as the leaves will lose their trademark bright gold colour in partially shaded areas

the colour deepens into a purplish-pink

This compact pear tree is ideal for smaller gardens

Royal followers and avid gardeners will be delighted to know that the large trees lining the red carpet that William and Kate walked along leading to the Alter were a mix of 6 English Field Maples and 2 Hornbeam trees

Hamamelis 'Diane' Escallonia 'Showstopper' Avoid dry soil or coverBetter known by the common name Witch Hazel, Hamamelis Diane is an excellent shrub for brightening up the winter garden. Blooming from January to March, it provides plenty of texture and colour interest throughout the greyest months of the year. Lush green foliage emerges in spring, turning dramatic shades of red and yellow in autumn before the orange red flowers bloom after Christmas. These hardy shrubs are easy to grow and demand very little