Cercis + Phormium

Cercis Forest Pansy.  For a small tree this cercis offers so much to your garden. Beautiful, heart-shaped leaves start out a vibrant red colour, turning a rich purple in summer.  Shades of orange, red, yellow and purple follow in autumn. Deep-pink flowers appear on the bare branches before the leaves. For best results plant in a well-drained, moist soil in an open, sunny spot although they will tolerate most soil types. Hardy. Deciduous. 5m x 4m.

Read our blog on perfect urban trees to plant in your garden, including Cercis Forest Pansy, here.

Phormium Emerald Green is a low-maintenance New Zealand flax that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It can be grown as an accent or container plant, as well as as a border or screen plant. It's common in tropical, architectrual and modern gardens. It can also be used as a specimen plant in a lawn, as well as in rock gardens and mixed borders. Phormium Emerald Green is a popular choice for adding texture, colour, and interest to any garden setting due to its striking foliage and adaptability. Emerald Green grows to a size of 0.6m x 0.6m. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.

Trimming: Trim Phormium 'Emerald Green' in early spring to remove any dead or damaged leaves. Cut back spent flower stalks after flowering to keep the plant neat and tidy.

Fertilising: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to promote healthy growth. Avoid over-fertilising, as this can lead to excessive leaf growth and weaken the plant.

Watering: Water regularly during the establishment phase to ensure the soil remains evenly moist. Once established, Phormium 'Emerald Green' is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells.

Pest Control: Phormium 'Emerald Green' is generally pest-resistant. However, keep an eye out for mealybugs and scale insects. Treat infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil if they occur.

Disease Management: This plant is relatively disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation around the plant to prevent fungal issues. If you notice signs of disease, such as leaf spots or discolouration, remove the affected parts and treat with a fungicide if necessary. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot.

Cercis Forest Pansy.  For a small tree this cercis offers so much to your garden. Beautiful, heart-shaped leaves start out a vibrant red colour, turning a rich purple in summer.  Shades of orange, red, yellow and purple follow in autumn. Deep-pink flowers appear on the bare branches before the leaves. For best results plant in a well-drained, moist soil in an open, sunny spot although they will tolerate most soil types. Hardy. Deciduous. 5m x 4m.

Read our blog on perfect urban trees to plant in your garden, including Cercis Forest Pansy, here.

Phormium Emerald Green is a low-maintenance New Zealand flax that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It can be grown as an accent or container plant, as well as as a border or screen plant. It's common in tropical, architectrual and modern gardens. It can also be used as a specimen plant in a lawn, as well as in rock gardens and mixed borders. Phormium Emerald Green is a popular choice for adding texture, colour, and interest to any garden setting due to its striking foliage and adaptability. Emerald Green grows to a size of 0.6m x 0.6m. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.

Trimming: Trim Phormium 'Emerald Green' in early spring to remove any dead or damaged leaves. Cut back spent flower stalks after flowering to keep the plant neat and tidy.

Fertilising: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to promote healthy growth. Avoid over-fertilising, as this can lead to excessive leaf growth and weaken the plant.

Watering: Water regularly during the establishment phase to ensure the soil remains evenly moist. Once established, Phormium 'Emerald Green' is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells.

Pest Control: Phormium 'Emerald Green' is generally pest-resistant. However, keep an eye out for mealybugs and scale insects. Treat infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil if they occur.

Disease Management: This plant is relatively disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation around the plant to prevent fungal issues. If you notice signs of disease, such as leaf spots or discolouration, remove the affected parts and treat with a fungicide if necessary. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot.

Cercis Forest Pansy.  For a small tree this cercis offers so much to your garden. Beautiful, heart-shaped leaves start out a vibrant red colour, turning a rich purple in summer.  Shades of orange, red, yellow and purple follow in autumn. Deep-pink flowers appear on the bare branches before the leaves. For best results plant in a well-drained, moist soil in an open, sunny spot although they will tolerate most soil types. Hardy. Deciduous. 5m x 4m.

Read our blog on perfect urban trees to plant in your garden, including Cercis Forest Pansy, here.

Phormium Emerald Green is a low-maintenance New Zealand flax that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It can be grown as an accent or container plant, as well as as a border or screen plant. It's common in tropical, architectrual and modern gardens. It can also be used as a specimen plant in a lawn, as well as in rock gardens and mixed borders. Phormium Emerald Green is a popular choice for adding texture, colour, and interest to any garden setting due to its striking foliage and adaptability. Emerald Green grows to a size of 0.6m x 0.6m. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.

Trimming: Trim Phormium 'Emerald Green' in early spring to remove any dead or damaged leaves. Cut back spent flower stalks after flowering to keep the plant neat and tidy.

Fertilising: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to promote healthy growth. Avoid over-fertilising, as this can lead to excessive leaf growth and weaken the plant.

Watering: Water regularly during the establishment phase to ensure the soil remains evenly moist. Once established, Phormium 'Emerald Green' is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells.

Pest Control: Phormium 'Emerald Green' is generally pest-resistant. However, keep an eye out for mealybugs and scale insects. Treat infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil if they occur.

Disease Management: This plant is relatively disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation around the plant to prevent fungal issues. If you notice signs of disease, such as leaf spots or discolouration, remove the affected parts and treat with a fungicide if necessary. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot.

Cercis Forest Pansy.  For a small tree this cercis offers so much to your garden. Beautiful, heart-shaped leaves start out a vibrant red colour, turning a rich purple in summer.  Shades of orange, red, yellow and purple follow in autumn. Deep-pink flowers appear on the bare branches before the leaves. For best results plant in a well-drained, moist soil in an open, sunny spot although they will tolerate most soil types. Hardy. Deciduous. 5m x 4m.

Read our blog on perfect urban trees to plant in your garden, including Cercis Forest Pansy, here.

Phormium Emerald Green is a low-maintenance New Zealand flax that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It can be grown as an accent or container plant, as well as as a border or screen plant. It's common in tropical, architectrual and modern gardens. It can also be used as a specimen plant in a lawn, as well as in rock gardens and mixed borders. Phormium Emerald Green is a popular choice for adding texture, colour, and interest to any garden setting due to its striking foliage and adaptability. Emerald Green grows to a size of 0.6m x 0.6m. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.

Trimming: Trim Phormium 'Emerald Green' in early spring to remove any dead or damaged leaves. Cut back spent flower stalks after flowering to keep the plant neat and tidy.

Fertilising: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to promote healthy growth. Avoid over-fertilising, as this can lead to excessive leaf growth and weaken the plant.

Watering: Water regularly during the establishment phase to ensure the soil remains evenly moist. Once established, Phormium 'Emerald Green' is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells.

Pest Control: Phormium 'Emerald Green' is generally pest-resistant. However, keep an eye out for mealybugs and scale insects. Treat infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil if they occur.

Disease Management: This plant is relatively disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation around the plant to prevent fungal issues. If you notice signs of disease, such as leaf spots or discolouration, remove the affected parts and treat with a fungicide if necessary. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot.