Hardy trees and shrubs
Chionanthus retusus (Oleaceae)
Oleaceae Deciduous shrub or small tree up to 3 m in height. Leaves 10 cm in length, elliptical or ovate, white beneath. Inflorescences...
Koelreuteria paniculata (Sapindaceae)
Tree with elegant divided leaves, beautiful inflorescences and unusual swollen ornamental fruits when the leaves fall. Hardy. Northern...
Olea europaea ssp. africana (Oleaceae)
Wild South-African olive. Evergreen tree/shrub with lance-shaped, grey-green leaves. Little, spherical, sweet fruits. Interesting. Easy and...
Cercis chinensis (Fabaceae)
~~ Very ornamental shrub with heart-shaped leaves and numerous purple flowers appearing directly on the bark of the branches. More...