Cytisus 'Boskoop Ruby', more commonly known as Broom, is an easy to grow, colourful flowering shrub. Its deep crimson flowers smother the plant in early summer, and return ever year.
The Romans grew vines near Hadrian's Wall, well over a millenia ago, so its surprising so many people think its not possible to grow grapes outdoors in Britain. English vineyards are making some excellent wine now, and there is certain varieties that are more suited to our cool and damp climate. Grape 'Boskoop Glory' is a vine that can produce a sweet and tasty crop of, easy to grow, black grapes outdoors in British gardens. The fruit can be enjoyed as a healthy snack or squeezed for juice. In autumn the vine leaves turn vibrant shades of yellow and red. Its a great plant to grow up a trellis or pergola on a sunny patio or decking. Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26').