What a joy to look out of the window to the spectacle of frothy, white blossom in august. Such an unexpected treat at this point in the season. It's all thanks to the unassuming tree 'Hoheria Borden Hill', a native of New Zealand & the Kermadec Islands. Sometimes known as Lacebark or'ribbonwood' this small tree has large quantities of five petalled white flowers in summer. I know that this enchanting tree is often overlooked - but please think again.
We have planted three on the diagonal within the 'White Wall', whose signature is the flambouyant 'Rose Nevada' and the ditinguished rose 'Snowden'. However, in august together with the enchanting rose 'Francine Austin', it introduces fresh hope into a late summer planting. Feast your eyes & enjoy!
