Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet Plants A large vigorous evergreen shrub

A large vigorous evergreen shrub with dark glossy green leaves and brilliant red young growths

Requires neutral to acidic soil and a sheltered location away from drying winds

Our beloved English oak

very gradually expanding in height and spread over many years to form the magnificent bowl shaped yew traditionally found in churchyards

even then staunchly retaining its jolly crop of dark marble-sized cone-like fruits through the depths of winter

Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet Plants A large vigorous evergreen shrubA large shrub or small tree which produces double scarlet flowers in May which are set amongst the leaves, then follows the show up with rounded red berries and warm tints in autumn. This little tree is very hardy and adaptable, tolerating both dryness and excessive moisture. Perhaps 4 5meters tall at 10 years. Roots are generally deep and unproblematic.