The Lucky Rowan
In this article I am going to write about the Rowan tree, better known to horticulturalists as Sorbus. It is one of Scotland’s most famous trees, sung about by countless generations of Scots both at home and overseas and regarded by many as a talisman to ward off evil spirits.
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Shrub Roses
Many old roses, sold as Old, English, Shrub or Moss roses are true old roses of early European origin. Their exquisite scent, abundance of flowers and long flowering season are almost unrivalled in the plant world.
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Euonymus
The popularity of the euonymus in all areas of the Lothians is probably due largely to its undemanding nature. All varieties are fully hardy, most tolerate some shade and most are evergreen and so good value for money all year round. They are not normally troubled by pests or diseases, just occasionally by mildew.
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Vibrant Viburnums
The Viburnum family contains a number of easily cultivated, evergreen and deciduous shrubs, including several of the choicest woody plants for a shrub border or a woodland garden.
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