This evergreen fern’s long sword-like fronds make a lovely shape as they curve gracefully outwards from the central crown.
Abeliophyllum distichum (White forsythia)
A shrub that likes a warm, sheltered position. It is hardy and can withstand low temperatures, but won’t tolerate an exposed or shady spot.
Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ (evergreen sedge)
A low maintenance plant that just needs a comb out of autumn leaves and a freshen up in spring.
Asarum europaeum (Wild Ginger)
A creeping, evergreen perennial that can be seen covering the floor of central European woods, as ivy does in British woods.
Lonicera fragrantissima (Winter honeysuckle)
Winter flowering shrubs have to really work to attract any early flying bees on sunny winter days.