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At Arundel Arboretum we have a beautiful and extensive range of evergreen trees as well as evergreen shrubs. Not only do they bring all year-round colour but we have plenty in stock too. They are great plants to use for privacy or even screenage. We can advise you on the most suitable evergreen tree or shrub for your garden and garden needs, we always consider where you are situated and how this can affect the plant as well as what your budget is. Of course, it does come down to what you are trying to achieve too, whether you are trying to block something out or possibly softens and aspect in your garden. Our extensive range of the evergreen trees and shrubs cover plants that grow fast (Leylandii) and plants that are tolerant of salt conditions (Griselinia Littoralis) – great for homes by the sea. Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ tends to be a popular choice due to it being beautiful during springtime. Arundel Arboretum offers a selection of plants, either as bushes or as half standards and full standards. The benefit being, of half standards and full standards, is the ability to plant smaller shrubs underneath. Some evergreen trees and shrubs you could consider include:- Ligustrum japonicum lucidum ‘Excelsum Superbum’ / Variegated Chinese Privet Ligustrum japonicum lucidum ‘Excelsum Superbum’ is an evergreen tree. This is popular when being used as a screening tree due to it bringing in a good amount of light into your garden rather than just blocking it out. The plant has ovate leaves that are tinged light green with creamy-yellow edges. Ligustrum japonicum lucidum ‘Excelsum Superbum’ produces beautiful cream coloured flowers in late summer. These are followed by black fruits in the autumn (although please note not for human consumption). The tree will grow perfectly in shade\semi-shade. It is a hardy evergreen, but may drop its foliage if the temperature falls below -10. Hoheria sexstylosa ‘Snow White’ A popular choice is Hoheria sexstylosa ‘Snow White’. This evergreen tree has a pyramidal shape.  It produces large amounts of wonderful white flowers in June\July.  It has a height of 5m (eventually). It can be pruned to a size in keeping with its surroundings. Hoheria sexstylosa ‘Snow White’ is classed as reasonably hardy and should be able to withstand temperatures between -5 to -10.  However, if it’s on an exposed site or in severe weather conditions, it can be damaged.  We do recommend providing some shelter in cold areas. Choisya ternata ‘Sundance’ Choisya ternata ‘Sundance’ is a striking form of Choisya ternata. It is a medium-sized evergreen shrub with a rounded habit. The attractive bright young yellow foliage is aromatic when crushed. It produces small clusters of fragrant white flowers. Choisya ternata ‘Sundance’ can be planted in full sun in a sheltered position. It has an eventual height and spread of between 1.5m and 2.5m and should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ is a compact evergreen shrub, with small light green oval shaped leaves. It produces pretty tiny purplish-black flowers in spring. It has a moderate growth rate, but please note this is usually slower if it is planted in a shady position. Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ has a rounded growth habit, and it does respond well to trimming. It is therefore ideal to use as a hedge or keep as a specimen shaped architectural shrub. It has an overall height of 1m eventually. At Arundel Arboretum, we have a great selection of evergreen trees and shrubs suitable for all conditions, where your home is or weather conditions too. Feel free to pop in and see our extensive range. As always, our informative and friendly staff will be happy to advise and assist you in selecting the perfect plants for your garden.

Evergreen trees and shrubs make an excellent choice if you are looking for year-round colour, interest and screenage. Brighten up your garden all year round not just through particular months, with the wonderful plants we have to offer. Evergreen trees and shrubs hold their foliage year-round, but in the spring will naturally shed last year’s foliage as the fresh new growth bursts into life. Most evergreen trees and shrubs require little maintenance except for an occasional prune to keep them in shape – but do be aware that some evergreens cannot cope with being hard pruned, and this can actually spoil their beauty. Evergreen plants have a constant interest so they are ideal if you want a tree or shrub to act as a focal point in your garden. They come in many guises – various heights, foliage type (for example leaf-form or needle-like) and colour. However, most evergreen plants are predominantly varying shades of green. Here at Arundel Arboretum, an evergreen tree nursery based in Arundel, West Sussex, we have an excellent range of evergreen plants in stock. Our knowledgeable staff are always available to help and advise you in choosing the right plants for your garden. There are a few points to think about when considering purchasing any plant, and you should include the following: – How much space do you have? Will the tree or shrub have enough space to grow? Are you looking for an architectural shaped plant or a natural shape? What are your ground conditions? What direction does your garden face? Prevailing winds may damage some delicate foliage if it gets very cold. Are you considering keeping your plant in a pot? If this is the case, please do bear in mind that you should remove the plant from its container every other year, trim off 10% of the root system, refresh the compost and re-plant. This keeps the root system and plant healthy. Are you looking for particular foliage colour and type? What is the ultimate goal for the plant – a focal point in your garden or plants for screenage? We have an impressive range of evergreen trees and shrubs in stock now, and to get you started, here is a small selection from our extensive range to choose from: – Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ – this is a firm favourite and has become increasingly popular over the years. It is highly ornamental and can be grown as a standard or half-standard tree or a shrub – either as a stand-alone specimen or as a hedge. Its dark green leaves are a stunning vibrant red when the new growth emerges in the spring. Clusters of tiny white flowers emerge from pink buds in April and May. Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ is very easy to grow and will be happy in most soils apart from heavy clay. It will grow happily in full sun and partial shade, in a sheltered or exposed position. However, it is best to avoid full shade positions. Further information on Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ can be found here. Hoheria sexstylosa ‘Snow White’ Hoheria sexstylosa ‘Snow White’ is an evergreen tree with a pyramidal shape. This is also becoming more popular now as it is so versatile and can be grown as a shrub, standard or half-standard tree. We also have them in stock on frames.  It produces masses of stunning tiny white flowers in June\July.  It has an eventual height of 5m, but can be pruned to shape and size. Hoheria sexstylosa ‘Snow White’ is classed as reasonably hardy and should be able to withstand temperatures between -5 to -10.  However, if it is on an exposed site or in severe weather conditions, it can be damaged.  We would recommend providing shelter in cold areas. Taxus baccata (English Yew) Taxus baccata is a medium-sized evergreen tree or shrub with a bushy growth habit. It has exceptionally dark green, narrow leaves. The female plants can produce flowers in spring and these will be followed by red fruits in the autumn. Taxus baccata make an ideal choice for hedging as they can grow in full sun, full shade or partial shade. They have an ultimate height of 12m and a spread of 8m, but this can take between 20-50 years! They need a well-drained soil. Please do be aware that the seeds are highly toxic if they are ingested. Laurus nobilis (Bay tree) Laurus nobilis is an evergreen shrub with leathery, aromatic leaves, which can be used for cooking. During spring, small flowers appear in dense clusters that are yellow-green. In the autumn, oval shaped glossy black fruits will appear. We have a good selection in stock, including bushes, spirals and standards – these are ideal for planting in pots. Laurus nobilis can be planted in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered or exposed position. They too require a well-drained soil – so do bear that in mind if you are planting in a pot. They have an eventual  height of 12m and a spread of 8m+, but again they can take up to 50 years to reach full maturity. Viburnum x burkwoodii (Burkwood Viburnum) Viburnum x burkwoodii is classed as a hardy evergreen shrub, but if planted in colder regions or exposed sites it may lose its leaves in winter. The dark green leaves are complemented with delicate and gorgeous, highly fragrant white\pale pink flowers from mid-late spring.  Viburnum x burkwoodii has an eventual height and width of approximately 1.5-2.5m and grows very well in full sun, full shade or partial shade. The shrub prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Arundel Arboretum evergreen tree nursery, is a leading stockist of evergreen trees and shrubs in Sussex. We look forward to and welcome your visit to our nursery.

Our extensive range of evergreen trees and shrubs at our evergreen tree nursery continue to sell very well. We have a large range of different species and sizes to choose from. However, as we move towards late spring and early summer, many of our customers are still contacting us concerned about their evergreen trees and shrubs shedding their foliage. The term “evergreen” can be misleading as all leaves on evergreen trees and shrubs will eventually wear out and drop as the new growth emerges. The old foliage will lose its green appearance and will show black spots. This is perfectly natural. It is where the old leaf is breaking down and once on the ground will naturally decompose and this is where compost comes from! The sole purpose of leaves is to absorb sunlight, which will be converted through photosynthesis into food. The leaves or needles on evergreen trees and shrubs give the appearance that they never shed their foliage. At the beginning of spring, when they start to shed their old leaves in abundance, as the new bud shoots are coming through, there is the misconception that something is wrong. Nature is doing what it should and there is usually nothing to worry about. However, if you are ever concerned, always seek the advice of an expert as soon as you can. Whatever your reasons for wanting an evergreen tree or shrub, we are sure we can accommodate your requirements. Our range includes Leylandii (fast growing), Griselinia littoralis and Quercus ilex (suitable for coastal conditions) and Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ – always a favourite with lots of spring interest. Their delicate white flowers are coming to an end now but what a spectacle they have been. At Arundel Arboretum, a well-defined tree and shrub nursery, we have wide selection of evergreen trees and shrubs suitable for all conditions. We shall look forward to your visit, where our friendly, knowledgeable staff will be very happy to assist you with your purchase and offer advice on any concerns you may have regarding the health of your plants.  

Evergreen trees and shrubs have constant interest and are therefore an ideal choice if you are looking for screenage. Many of our customers visit us with concerns about privacy issues whether it is from a new build, to replace any trees or shrubs that have been removed or died or a neighbour’s extension for example. Because evergreen trees and shrubs keep their foliage all year round, (but they naturally shed some foliage that will be replenished with fresh, new growth) they can also act as a natural focal point to your garden. Depending upon the variety you choose, you can also grow your tree or shrub in a container. However, if you choose this option, do remember that the plant will need to be removed from its pot every other year, so that you can cut back 10% of the root system and refresh the growing medium. This will keep your plant healthy. Sometimes, there is a misconception that evergreen plants have to be conifers, but there is a large selection of evergreen trees and shrubs to choose from. When selecting your plants you will need to consider the following:- What interesting features are you looking for? For example, foliage colour, berries or flowers. If you live near the sea, you will need to consider plants that can cope with the salt conditions. Quercus ilex, Griselinia littoralis and Tamarisk make good choices here. How much space do you have? You will need to consider whether the plant you choose will have enough space for its eventual height and spread. Ground conditions and whether your garden faces north, south, east or west. To get an idea of what grows well in your area, it is a good idea to look around your local area to see what grows well. If you are planting an evergreen for screenage, consider whether you would like a bush, (to mask a fence for example) or a standard tree. A standard tree will block out above a fence line and you can still plant smaller shrubs underneath. Bear in mind that not all evergreens can cope with hard pruning. Some can lose their beauty afterwards. Here at Arundel Arboretum, our knowledgeable staff are always available to advise you on the right purchase. We have a large range of plants to choose from. Here is a selection for you to consider:- Quercus ilex (Holm Oak or Evergreen Oak) Quercus ilex is an evergreen tree. It has small leathery green dark green leaves, with a white\cream underside, and black finely cracked bark. Yellow catkins appear in spring. Quercus ilex can be planted in full sun or partial shade, in a sheltered or exposed position. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Being an oak, this tree can grow to excessive mass. Annual trimming will keep the tree in shape and under control. If you are near the coast, this is a very good choice. The tree is able to cope with the salt conditions. It has an eventual height of 12m+ and a width of 8m+. Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ is a highly ornamental evergreen shrub with dark green leaves which are brilliant red when they are young. Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ produces small white flowers which appear in April-May, and these are sometimes followed by bright red fruit later in the summer. It is an ideal evergreen specimen shrub as is comes in many forms – bush, standard and half standard. Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ can be kept regularly trimmed which will enhance the colour and encourage dense foliage. This, therefore, makes it an ideal shrub for screenage. Magnolia grandiflora (Bull Bay) Magnolia grandiflora is an evergreen, which makes a magnificent tree. It is often used as a shrub. Glossy, leathery green leaves above a reddish-brown underside. It produces fragrant large creamy white globular flowers. These are highly fragrant and can be up to 25cm across. As a tree, it is ideal for screening. Magnolia grandiflora can be planted in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. It has an eventual height of 12m+ and a spread of 8m+. Rhododendron ‘Cunningham’s White’ Rhododendron ‘Cunningham’s White’ is an evergreen shrub. It has dark green foliage and produces beautiful funnel-shaped white flowers. These emerge from mauve buds in late spring. Rhododendron ‘Cunningham’s White’ can be planted in full sun or partial shade, in a sheltered or exposed position. It has an eventual height of 1.5-2.5m and a spread of 2.5-4m. We have a vast selection of rhododendrons in stock, so there is plenty to choose from! Arundel Arboretum is a leading stockist of evergreen trees and shrubs in West Sussex and we are always available to advise you on the right purchase for your garden. Please do come along to our nursery to see our excellent, extensive range of evergreen trees and shrubs.