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Bluebeard
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| This is a drought-resistant shrub.
They can reach a height of 2 1/2 feet and a
width of 2 feet. It creates a nice border for
perennial beds. |
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Burning Bush
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| This shrub requires sun or partial
shade. The compactus species can reach heights
of 6 to 10 feet while others can reach 15 to 16
feet. It stands out because of its vibrant
foliage. |
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Butterfly Bush
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| Butterflies and bees love this
bush. Some butterflies prefer different colors
of the shurb. It also attracts hummingbirds.
These plants grow fast. |
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Cotoneaster
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| There are several varieties of this
shrub. It likes full sunlight. The shurb has
berries and some have flowers. Some species are
suitable for bonsai. |
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Dogwood
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| There are a number of varieties of
dogwood shrubs. There are species that grow in
several zones. Some varieties are very colorful
during winter. |
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Forsythia
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| These shrubs are early bloomers.
They are fast growing and compact. They need
full sun for growth. |
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Holly
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| This plant can be a shrub or a
tree. It produces berries and is used as a
traditional Christmas decoration, especially in
wreaths. |
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Honeysuckle
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| There are several species of
honeysuckle. They flower during May and June.
They grow to heights of 6 to 20 feet. |
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Hydrangea
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| This plant has large, showy
blossoms. They change color based on the soil
in which they are planted.There are several
species. |
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Juniper
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| There are many species of juniper.
They range from low-growing covers to shrubs to
trees. Many are dense and they are
evergreens. |
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Lilac
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| There are several species of lilac
shrubs which can grow to 6 feet. It is a
fragrant plant. |
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Ninebark
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| The plant can grow from nine to
twelve feet if not cut back. The shrub blooms
generally from May to October. It should have
full sun. |
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Other
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| Here you will find a selection of
other shrubs such as the American Elderberry,
Black Beauty Elderberry, the Witch Hazel and
many others. |
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Potentilla
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| This plant usually flowers all
summer and needs full sun. The plant needs to
be purned to keep it compact. It is also know
as the Butterfly shrub. |
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Privet
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| The shrub is drought tolerant. It
blooms in mid-spring with white flowers. There
are several species to choose from. |
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Pussy Willow
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| This plant can reach a height of 20
feet if not pruned correctly. It is an early
bloomer. There are wetland plants and they can
be planted in areas where there is poor soil
drainage. They grow best in the sun but can be
planted in partial shade areas. |
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Rhododendron
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| There are over 1000 species of this
plant. It does not grow well in dry areas.
Rhodendrons are planted as part of the
landscape. |
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Rose of Sharon
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| This plan can reach a height of 8
to 10 feet. Some have single blooms while
others have double blooms. The plant should be
grown in full sun and well-drained soil. |
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Spiraea
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| There are about 80-100 species of
this shrub. There are several colors to choose
from. They are easy to grow. |
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Sumac
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| There are several species to choose
from. These shrubs need full sun and are
adaptable to soil conditions. The fruit of the
plant is enjoyed by both birds and deer. |
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Viburnum
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| This is a popular flowering shrub.
They prefer full sun but will adapt to partial
sun. They are members of the honeysuckle
family. |
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Weigela
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| There are several species of this
shrub. The shrub is adaptable to soil
conditions. It can also be grown in a
container. |
