1 Allium seedheads
Leave summer-flowering alliums to stand through autumn and winter. The pretty seedheads look striking in borders and can be used in a variety of home-made decorations, either naturally or spray painted gold or silver.
Flowers June to July
Height x Spread 1m x 10cm
2 Aucuba foliage
The variegated foliage of this spotted laurel will add contrast to darker festive evergreens. Try using small sprigs tied in to your wreath, it will make a good backdrop for red glossy berries.
F April to May
H x S 3m x 3m