This evergreen shrub to small tree is slow growing when young but can reach a massive 20 m at maturity. Glossy, darkgreen leaves are spiny and sharply toothed. Bright-red winter berries occur only after pollination between male and female plants.

This large shrub is similar in looks to holly, with mid-green, finely toothed leaves and small white flowers that are highly scented in the evening Osmanthus will grow to 4 m and will grow well in shady areas.

These hardy, evergreen shrubs are available in a wide range of heights, colours and forms. Single and double blooms in light to deep pinks, white, red and many bi-colours are available. Choose from sun hardy or shade tolerant varieties. They are frost and droughts tolerant once established and are suitable as a container, hedging or specimen plant. Seek advice at your garden centre for the best Camellias for your garden.

Evergreen, fast growing shrub or small tree to 6 m. Leaves are large, shiny and leathery. Flowers are white, star-shaped and fragrant in clusters followed by bright red fruit. Suitable as an informal hedge or screen. Grows in full-sun to semi-shade and can be clipped or pruned. Used as cut foliage for flower arrangements with a long vase life.