Winter Daphne, Gold Edged Winter Daphne Partial shade to full sun Sheltered position to protect from cold winds East or west-facing aspects are ideal Hardy down to -10°C (14°F) May require protection in very cold winters, especially in exposed areas...
Daphne Royal Crown, Spurge Laurel Full sun to partial shade Sheltered position Ideal for well-drained areas Hardy down to -5°C (23°F) Needs winter protection in exposed sites More reliable in southern UK Well-drained soil is essential Humus-rich soil...
Skimmia Finchy Partial to full shade Sheltered position Protected from cold winds North or east-facing aspects ideal Can tolerate more sun if soil remains moist Hardy down to -15°C (5°F) Reliable in most UK winters Well-suited to UK climate Moist but...
Skimmia Rubella Partial to full shade Sheltered position Protected from cold winds North or east-facing aspects ideal Hardy down to -15°C (5°F) Reliable in most UK winters May need protection in severe winters in exposed sites Moist but well-drained...
Portuguese Laurel Full sun to full shade Sheltered or exposed positions Excellent for hedging and screening Tolerates urban conditions well Hardy down to -15°C (5°F) Very reliable in UK winters More cold-hardy than Cherry Laurel Well-drained soil...
Tawhiwhi Full sun to partial shade Sheltered position Protected from cold winter winds Particularly good in coastal gardens Hardy down to -5°C to -10°C (23°F to 14°F) May need winter protection in colder inland areas More hardy in coastal locations...
Arrowwood Dawn Full sun to partial shade Sheltered position Avoid exposed or windy sites Best against a wall or in mixed borders Fully hardy down to -20°C (-4°F) Very reliable in UK winters Moist but well-drained soil Fertile soil preferred Tolerates...
Japanese Aralia Partial to full shade Sheltered position away from cold winds North or east-facing walls ideal Can tolerate full sun in cool, moist conditions Hardy down to -15°C (5°F) Young plants may need winter protection in severe frost Moist but...
New Zealand Flax Full sun is ideal for the best foliage colour. It can tolerate partial shade, but the yellow variegation may be less vibrant A sheltered location is preferable, especially in colder areas, to protect from harsh winter winds Can...