North Aspect Plant List
You can find details below on some of the key specimens that can be found in our North Aspect garden. Click on each name for more information.
| Acer davidii 'Viper' |  | A striking cultivar of snakebark maple, valued for its elegant form and distinctive bark. This small deciduous tree typically grows to about 20–30 feet tall, with an upright, vase-shaped habit. Its most notable feature is the smooth, dark green bark marked with narrow, silvery-white vertical stripes—giving it a “snake-like” appearance, especially prominent in winter. |
| Rodgersia 'Braunlaub' |  | Known for its bold, bronze-coloured foliage and large, attractive leaves that emerge deep red and mature to a rich bronze tone, offering a dramatic contrast to the garden. Growing 3 to 4 feet tall, this variety forms a dense, clumping habit and thrives in moist, partially shaded areas, often near ponds or in woodland gardens. In late spring to early summer, it produces tall, feathery spikes of white to pink flowers, adding a delicate contrast to its robust foliage. |
| Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba' |  | Commonly known as the white bleeding heart, this is a graceful perennial prized for its elegant, pure white, heart-shaped flowers that dangle delicately from arching, slender stems. Blooming in mid- to late spring, the flowers contrast beautifully against the soft, fern-like, blue-green foliage, creating a serene and romantic effect in shady gardens.
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 | A striking and ancient-looking plant featuring a thick, fibrous trunk, crowned with a lush canopy of large, finely divided, arching fronds. Thriving in shady, sheltered environments with consistently moist, humus-rich soil, Dicksonia antarctica brings a dramatic, almost prehistoric feel to gardens, particularly in woodland or fern-focused plantings. | |
| Paeonia lactiflora |  | A beloved herbaceous perennial celebrated for its sumptuous, often fragrant blooms and lush, deep green foliage. Flowering in late spring to early summer, it produces large, showy blossoms in a wide range of colours—from pure white and soft pinks to deep crimsons—often featuring layers of ruffled petals that can be single, semi-double, or fully double in form. |
| Matteuccia struthiopteris |  | Commonly known as the ostrich fern, Matteuccia struthiopteris is a vigorous, clump-forming deciduous fern admired for its tall, graceful fronds that resemble the elegant plumes of an ostrich. Emerging tightly coiled as bright green fiddleheads in early spring, the fronds quickly unfurl to form a lush, upright fountain of foliage, often reaching heights of 3 to 6 feet. |
| Athyrium nipponicum 'Metallicum' |  | Often called the metallic painted fern,this is a striking deciduous fern prized for its uniquely coloured foliage. Its gracefully arching fronds display a shimmering blend of silvery metallic tones, accented with hints of deep green, burgundy, and violet along the central stems, creating a subtle, almost iridescent effect. Compact and elegant, it typically grows to about 12 to 18 inches tall and wide, making it an excellent choice for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or container plantings. |
| Deutzia gracilis |  | Commonly known as the Japanese snow flower, Deutzia gracilis is a compact, deciduous shrub valued for its abundant, delicate white flowers and easy-going nature. Blooming profusely in late spring to early summer, it covers its arching branches with small, star-shaped blossoms that create a soft, frothy effect against the fresh green foliage |
