Gardener's Guide
 

Shrubs

Bluebeard

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.

Burning Bush

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.

Butterfly Bush

Butterflies and bees love this bush. Some butterflies prefer different colors of the shurb. It also attracts hummingbirds. These plants grow fast.

Cotoneaster

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.

Dogwood

There are a number of varieties of dogwood shrubs. There are species that grow in several zones. Some varieties are very colorful during winter.

Forsythia

These shrubs are early bloomers. They are fast growing and compact. They need full sun for growth.

Holly

This plant can be a shrub or a tree. It produces berries and is used as a traditional Christmas decoration, especially in wreaths.

Honeysuckle

There are several species of honeysuckle. They flower during May and June. They grow to heights of 6 to 20 feet.

Hydrangea

This plant has large, showy blossoms. They change color based on the soil in which they are planted.There are several species.

Juniper

There are many species of juniper. They range from low-growing covers to shrubs to trees. Many are dense and they are evergreens.

Lilac

There are several species of lilac shrubs which can grow to 6 feet. It is a fragrant plant.

Ninebark

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.

Other

Here you will find a selection of other shrubs such as the American Elderberry, Black Beauty Elderberry, the Witch Hazel and many others.

Potentilla

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.

Privet

The shrub is drought tolerant. It blooms in mid-spring with white flowers. There are several species to choose from.

Pussy Willow

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.

Rhododendron

There are over 1000 species of this plant. It does not grow well in dry areas. Rhodendrons are planted as part of the landscape.

Rose of Sharon

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.

Spiraea

There are about 80-100 species of this shrub. There are several colors to choose from. They are easy to grow.

Sumac

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.

Viburnum

This is a popular flowering shrub. They prefer full sun but will adapt to partial sun. They are members of the honeysuckle family.

Weigela

There are several species of this shrub. The shrub is adaptable to soil conditions. It can also be grown in a container.
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