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Deciduous trees drop their leaves in winter. But they bring rich seasonal colour through the rest of the year. In this guide, we share our top picks for trees that offer beauty across the seasons.
Japanese maple (Acer palmatum)
Japanese maples are loved for their changing foliage. Their leaves are usually palmate, with 5 to 7 slender, pointed lobes. These trees shine in spring, summer, and autumn. You’ll see vibrant greens, deep purples/reds and rich orange tones. They’re also versatile so you can grow them as small trees or keep them in large pots.
Flowering Cherry Trees
A favourite when planting trees for seasonal colour, flowering cherry trees come in many varieties. Some have soft pink, double pink, or white blooms. Others grow with a narrow, upright crown or a broad, spreading shape. Each type offers its own unique charm. Some of our favourite varieties include:
The Great White Cherry. Prunus ‘Tai Haku’ is one of the best white-flowering cherries. It shows off large, single white blooms in spring.
Prunus Kanzan. ‘Kanzan’ bursts with double pink flowers in spring. Young leaves start bronze, turn green in summer, then shift to orange and red in autumn. A great tree for long-lasting seasonal colour.
Other pink flowering varieties:
1. Prunus ‘Pink Perfection’ similar flowers to ‘Kanzan’ but stays smaller and neater. It fits well in tighter spots.
2. Prunus ‘Accolade’ is one of the first to flower. It’s a compact tree with lovely double pink blooms.
Most cherry trees flower in spring, but there are exceptions like Prunus subhirtella ‘Autumnalis Rosea’. This variety adds seasonal colour in winter. It blooms from November to March with dainty, semi-double pink flowers. It’s a top choice to brighten grey winter days.
Adding trees for seasonal colour is an easy and effective way to keep your garden looking vibrant throughout the year. If you have any questions or want to check the availability of a specific tree, feel free to get in touch with our sales team. If you visit the nursery, you’re even able to pick your own trees!
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