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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

1,652 plants

Shrubs in the database

Calibanus (Calibanus Hookeri) — Although the flowers are not particularly showy

Grass

Calibanus

Calibanus Hookeri

FullUSDA 8–11
California Bay (Umbellularia Californica) — The California Bay, Umbellularia californica, is a versatile evergreen tree native to coastal forests

Shrub

California Bay

Umbellularia Californica

FullUSDA 8–11
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — is a drought-tolerant perennial thriving in USDA zones 8-10

Shrub

California Brittlebush

Encelia Californica 'El Dorado'

FullUSDA 9–10
California Buckeye (Aesculus Californica) — but this characteristic is a natural response to its environment and not a sign of ill health; this, image 75

Shrub

California Buckeye

Aesculus Californica

FullUSDA 8–10
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — drought-tolerant perennial establishes itself with ease; is a durable evergreen shrub

Shrub

California Buckwheat

Eriogonum Fasciculatum

FullUSDA 9–10
California Coffeeberry (Frangula Californica) — with mature dimensions of 6-8 feet in height and spread

Shrub

California Coffeeberry

Frangula Californica

FullUSDA 8–10
California False Indigo Bush (Amorpha Californica) — It thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring well-drained soils

Shrub

California False Indigo Bush

Amorpha Californica

FullUSDA 6–10
California Honeysuckle (Lonicera Hispidula) — providing lush vertical interest or used to stabilize hillsides and embankments

Shrub

California Honeysuckle

Lonicera Hispidula

FullUSDA 8–10
California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — showcasing dense blue-green foliage and reddish-brown bark; the plant\'s irregular growth habit and attractive

Conifer

California Juniper

Juniperus Californica

FullUSDA 3–11
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — This deciduous shrub matures to about 6 feet in height and spread, demanding full sun for optimal

Shrub

California Lilac

Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles'

FullUSDA 7–10
California Privet (Ligustrum Ovalifolium) — Following the flowering period

Shrub

California Privet

Ligustrum Ovalifolium

FullUSDA 5–8
California Ruellia (Ruellia Californica) — is a resilient perennial shrub native to California's desert regions

Shrub

California Ruellia

Ruellia Californica

FullUSDA 9–10
California Sagebrush (Artemisia Californica) — such as butterflies and small birds; attracting wildlife while requiring minimal maintenance once established

Shrub

California Sagebrush

Artemisia Californica

FullUSDA 3–3
California Scrub Oak (Quercus berberidifolia) — Its dark green, holly-like leaves and acorns offer food and shelter for wildlife

Shrub

California Scrub Oak

Quercus berberidifolia

FullUSDA 8–9
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — Pruning can be conducted after flowering to maintain shape and promote vigorous growth

Shrub

California Wild Rose

Rosa Californica

FullUSDA 8–11
Camara Lantana (Lantana Camara) — but note it may be invasive in some areas and parts of the plant are toxic if ingested

Shrub

Camara Lantana

Lantana Camara

FullUSDA 9–10
Canadale Gold Wintercreeper (Euonymus Fortunei 'Canadale Gold') — each artistically splashed with bright yellow centers and dark green margins

Broadleaf Evergreen

Canadale Gold Wintercreeper

Euonymus Fortunei 'Canadale Gold'

FullUSDA 5–9
Canadian Serviceberry (Amelanchier Canadensis) — these blooms give way to edible; it requires minimal maintenance once established and is largely, image 69

Shrub

Canadian Serviceberry

Amelanchier Canadensis

FullUSDA 4–8
Canary Bird Bush (Crotalaria Agatiflora) — Typically reaching up to 6-8 feet in height, it thrives in sunny exposures with well-drained soil

Shrub

Canary Bird Bush

Crotalaria Agatiflora

FullUSDA 8–11
Canary Island Daisy (Asteriscus Sericeus) — It has a tolerance for drought once established; commonly known as the Canary Island Daisy

Shrub

Canary Island Daisy

Asteriscus Sericeus

FullUSDA 9–10
Canary Island Sage (Salvia Canariensis) — cone-shaped spikes of magenta-purple flowers

Perennial

Canary Island Sage

Salvia Canariensis

FullUSDA 8–10
Canary Island Shrub (Isoplexis Canariensis) — scientifically known as Isoplexis canariensis

Shrub

Canary Island Shrub

Isoplexis Canariensis

FullUSDA 9–11
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — reminiscent of the festive kernels; thus contributing to the ecological health of the garden.<br><br>To ensure optimal

Shrub

Candy Corn Plant

Cuphea Micropetala

FullUSDA 9–10
Cane's Bottlebrush (Callistemon 'Cane's Hybrid') — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it reaches 8-10 feet in height and spreads 6-8 feet

Shrub

Cane's Bottlebrush

Callistemon 'Cane's Hybrid'

FullUSDA 8–11

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