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foliage Who needs flowers? These leafy lovelies come into their own in the cooler months
fter summer blooms, when most plants have died down, you can truly appreciate what evergreens bring to the party. Bestowing character and structure, they make striking focal points, hide boundaries and create backdrops for plants with winter interest. On a grey day, their leaves stand out with attractive shapes, colours and textures. And the bonus is, most are low maintenance!
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Full coverage For vertical interest, opt for a climber that turns a bright shade in the cold months. The Virginia creeper (right) will turn a vibrant crimson when the weather cools down. It is self-clinging so will find its way up a wall or pergola with ease. It won’t damage your structures unless it finds its way into loose masonry or gutters.
Amazing acers Also known as Japanese maples, these small trees get flamboyant foliage in the autumn months. Adding colour, texture and structure to your garden. Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’ is perfect for pots. It’s slow-growing and the leaves turn bright red in autumn. 124 YOUR PERFECT GARDEN
