Perlite Hedging Season of Interest: Interesting Winter

Season of Interest: Interesting Winter bark

Cobnut ‘Nottingham’ is known to do well in Ireland

The compact growth of Elephant’s Ears make it a suitable choice for the front of a border where it will provide all year colour

white or rose-pink flowers appear in April–May

Apple Annie Elizabeth

Perlite Hedging Season of Interest: Interesting WinterPerlite Vermiculite added to the garden or vermiculite in potting soil increases water and nutrient retention and aerates the soil, resulting in healthier, more robust plants. Perlite may also be found in potting soils, but vermiculite is far superior for water retention. Vermiculite, although less aerating than perlite, is the amendment of choice for water loving plants. Read more at Gardening Know How: What Is Vermiculite: Tips On Using Vermiculite