Plants in 'Plants for moist or waterlogged soil ' scheme

Italian alders are fast-growing, conical tress which are excellent on damp or wet soil. They are similar to our native alder but have glossier leaves which stay glossy and healthy throughout the summer. Suitable for planting with other species in a mixed planting scheme  or shelterbelt where their quick growth is a greay asset. Suitable for almost all soil types, but damp or heavy clay soil is preferred - this makes it a good choice for near ponds, streams or riverbanks. Medium-sized tree, deciduous.  Bare root plants 60-90 cms tall.. Available November to March only.

A fast-growing, columnar medium-sized native tree, ideal for fast-growing shelter belts or damp soil. Alders attractive trees with medium-sized, rounded leaves, catkings in spring and cones in autumn. They grow particularly well in wet or waterlogged soil and a frequently found growing at the edges of ponds, riverbanks or boggy areas. They play an important part in our native woodlands and can be interplanted with other hardwood trees such as ash or oak. Very useful where a fast woodland is required, such as around new houses in ruaral area where soil may be poor. Interesting purple-tinged buds in spring, followed by elegant catkins. Good seaside tolerance. Bare root plants 60-90cms tall. November to March only.

One of the classic 'trees with interesting bark'. The bark on this unusual birch is flaky and prolific: shaggy, white, metallic, curling and quite unusual, making it a winter highlight in the garden. It makes a real feature in any garden. Native to the Eastern United States of America where it is frequently used as an ornamental garden plant, but only rarely seen in Ireland. Hardy and reliable and able to withstand moist (but not water-logged) soil. Good autumn colour too. Plant in sun or light shade. It makes a fine tree for a medium-sized garden and like most birches can be planted near to a house without causing damage. Note: bark takes 4-5 year to beome flaky! Maximum height 15 m tall x 7 m. Bare root plants, 60-90 cms tall. Available between November and March only.

Great winter colour! A very popular plant and most often seen planted in mass plantings along roadsides where its red twigs bring much-needed colour to the winter landscape. This is a vigorous, suckering plant which should be cut down to a few inches above ground level in late winter / early spring to encourage new growth. This can be done every year or every second year - doing this also keeps it nicely bushy. Foliage in summer mainly hides the stems. There are small white, fairly insignificant flowers in spring, followed by small berries. A good plant for moist soils, though it is tolerant of many conditions, including exposed locations and hedgerows. Bare-root plants 60-90 cms tall. November to March only.

One of the most attractive variegated plants, attractive in both winter and summer. In the winter, when the stems are bare, it looks like the straightforward red twig dogwood (Cornus alba). When in leaf, however, it is one of the best and most refined variegated plants around, with an attractive and understated silver variegation. We have used this in our garden designs over the years, where it makes an easily-maintained and dense lower level mass planting which covers larger areas economically - perfect for planting in amongst tree specimens. Good for moist soil, though this isn't essential, in full sun or light shade. Cut down to a few inches above ground level in late winter to keep stems red and vigorous. Sturdy bare root plants, 60-90 cms tall.  Available November to March only.

Another great plant for winter interest in the garden. Cornus alba 'Flaviramea' has yellow / green stems in winter - perfect against a dark background where they will really stand out. Like Cornus alba, it makes a fast-growing medium-height cover for larger areas - ideal on banks or verges, and often used along roadways. It is exceptionally tolerant of different soils and environments, though for best stem colour plant in full sun. Can be pruned back hard in late winter / early spring to encourage new twig development and keep it bushy and vigorous. Height and spread to 2.5 metres. Bare-root plants 60-90 cms. November to March only.

A very stately and architectural fern, Cyathea australis is an unusual tree fern which can ultimately grow to several feet tall. It is suitable for a moist and shady spot and is cold hardy to -8ºC. Its tall stem  and large fronds make it a most impressive plant. Suitable only for milder parts of Ireland. If outdoors, a handful of straw, dried leaves or pine needles should be put around the plant (and especially the centre of the fern) during the winter to protect from frost and cold. Excellent in a container, it also makes an attractive specimen for a cool conservatory. Lovely Irish-grown plants in a 5 L container.

This flower seed mix has been specifically selected to thrive in moist or wet soil - something we have plenty of in Ireland! This mix contains 17 annual and perennial flowering species ideal for wet ground. A combination of grass and floral species that creates a very natural look. Some of the species included in this mix are Lythrum saliccaria, Lupinus perennis, Eruca sativa and Coreopsis tinctoria. There is enough seed in each packet for 30 square metres, but as the seed has no sow by date it can be kept and used year after year on smaller areas. Average height: 60 cm. Sowing time: September - October or from March - June. Start flowering: 6 to 8 weeks after sowing, from April in the second year.  €5.00 nationwide delivery charge, applicable once on any order, regardless of the number of items ordered.

One of our great native trees, perhaps only second to oak in terms of size and presence. Ash trees are remarkably tough trees, growing in hedgerows, forests and fields around Ireland. They have a wonderfully graceful habit, airy leaves and attractive, sinuous bark. They are tolerant of almost all soil conditions, including exposure to sea air and wet or waterlogges soil. The wood makes excellent firewood, and is also the traditonal wood of hurley sticks as they are flexible yet strong. Up to 25 m in height and 20 m spread. Bare root plants 60-90 cms. November to March only.