Wollemia nobilis - Araucariaceae

~   WOLLEMI PINE   ~

A recently discovered fossil from Australia, large conifer that starts as a single stem specimen and later develops young shoots from the base. It is highly endangered and relies on conservation programs. A rare and special tree to have.

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Trachycarpus fortunei - Arecaceae

~   CHUSAN PALM   ~

A tall and hardy palm that survives short periods of frost and snow. Exotic asset to any garden, strongly architectural.

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Echium pininana - Boraginaceae

~   GIANT VIPER'S BUGLOSS   ~

A blue flowering biennial that will grow gigantic flower stalks in its second year. Unusual in its appearance, considered tender in the UK. Also a favourite food source for wildlife.

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Tetrapanax papyrifer - Araliaceae

~   CHINESE RICE-PAPER PLANT   ~

Single or multi-stemmed small tree that is mainly grown for its spectacular foliage - a must have in the subtropical garden and hardier than its look might suggest.

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Luma apiculata - Myrtaceae

~   CHILEAN MYRTLE   ~

This evergreen tree grows usually as a multi-stemmed specimen. It flowers white during summer and shows off its very attractive bark all year round.

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Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' - Asparagaceae

~   BLACK MONDO   ~

Mostly mistaken for a grass, this plant is actually a close relative to Convallaria sp. - Lily of the Valley. It forms a dense carpet of black foliage, a perfect and robust groundcover that will grow in pretty much any location.

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Quercus monimotricha - Fagaceae

A very rare and special plant in cultivation. Small bushes of rounded habit with tough, spikey leaves that are evergreen. Considered tender in the UK.

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