If you'd like an exotic look to your garden then how about adding a lovely hardy palm?
The Trachycarpus fortunei (Chusan Palm) will grow quite happily in the UK climate. I've bought a few over the years. They are more popular now so you might be able to get one from your local garden centre. I have even bought one from Asda! Just make sure it's this variety as similar ones aren't so hardy when the frost comes. I have used The Palm Centre website.
'Palms are one of the essential ingredients of an exotic garden and,
since its first introduction into cultivation in the UK in 1843,
Trachycarpus fortunei has proved to be an exceptionally hardy and
tolerant palm. It will grow pretty well anywhere but to keep it looking
in tip-top condition try to plant the Chusan palm in a moist but
well-drained soil in good sun or part shade and, most importantly, out
of the wind. When happy it will grow 30cm or more of trunk in a season.
Branched heads of flowers are produced in early summer, adding to the
exotic effect'
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