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07 November 2010
We stock a number of architectural plants in the Garden Centre, Warwickshire plays host to some of the most beautiful gardens in the country, whether they have been designed by enthusiasts or professionals our garden centre has supplied many of them. Smiths Nurseries has become known for its selection and diversity. If you require a rare variety we are happy to special order one for you in the quantity you require.
Our ten most popular Architectural plants.
- Trachycarpus Fortunii (Chusan Palm)
- Olea Europea (Ornamental Olive)
- Cordyline Australis (Cabbage Palm)Fatsia Japonica (Casteroil plant)
- Bamboo - We stock over 20 varieties from Dwarf to very large
- Agave Americanum
- Sciadopitys Verticilata (Japanese Umbrella Pine)
- Nandina Domestica (Sacred Bamboo)
- Buxus Sempervirens (Grown as Topiary)
- Acer Palmatum (Japanese Maple) We stock over 20 varieties.
Architectural/ Structural plants are great to make a statement in your garden. They also work really well in pots. Have a look at our extensive range of Pots under our products section.
The term 'Architectural Plants' covers a wide range of plants. Technically it means the plant is used for its foliage 
and structure rather than its ability to impress with flowers and colour.
and structure rather than its ability to impress with flowers and colour. Despite what you may think, most Architectural plants are Winter Hardy in the UK as long as they are planted in the correct location. Ask the experts at Smith's about advice on the right plants for the right places. Olive trees , palms, and larger bamboo are imported from sunny Tuscany in Italy, even the winters can see -5c or lower here. They have an extended growing season and are able to produce larger plants in a shorter period of time thus making them more competitively priced. We have used the same suppliers in Italy for 10years, and frequently visit the Nursery in Tuscany to assess quality and new products.