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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Canyon Gooseberry (Ribes Menziesii) — the Canyon Gooseberry produces striking

Shrub

Canyon Gooseberry

Ribes Menziesii

HalfUSDA 8–10
Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — scientifically named Venegasia carpesioides

Shrub

Canyon Sunflower

Venegasia Carpesioides

FullUSDA 8–10
Cape Honeysuckle (Tecoma Capensis 'Aurea') — is an attractive addition to any garden

Shrub

Cape Honeysuckle

Tecoma Capensis 'Aurea'

FullUSDA 9–11
Cape Honeysuckle (Tecoma Capensis) — Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it can be pruned to maintain shape; cape Honeysuckle (Tecoma capensis) is a vibrant, image 52

Ground cover

Cape Honeysuckle

Tecoma Capensis

FullUSDA 9–10
Cape Plumbago (Plumbago Auriculata) — Though it tolerates a variety of soil conditions; it showcases sky-blue flowers nearly year-round in warm, image 59

Shrub

Cape Plumbago

Plumbago Auriculata

FullUSDA 9–10
Cardinal Candy® Viburnum (Viburnum dilatatum) — The Viburnum dilatatum Cardinal Candy® is an upright deciduous shrub with creamy white spring flowers

Shrub

Cardinal Candy® Viburnum

Viburnum dilatatum

FullUSDA 5–9
Caribbean Copper Plant (Euphorbia Cotinifolia) — rounded leaves boasting a striking coppery-red hue; consider using Euphorbia cotinifolia as a, image 58

Shrub

Caribbean Copper Plant

Euphorbia Cotinifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Carmine Bells Australian Fuchsia (Correa 'Carmine Bells') — Correa 'Carmine Bells,' an Australian Fuchsia

Ground cover

Carmine Bells Australian Fuchsia

Correa 'Carmine Bells'

FullUSDA 9–10
Carolina Allspice (Calycanthus Floridus) — inform them that occasional pruning may be necessary to maintain the desired shape and encourage lush growth; red

Shrub

Carolina Allspice

Calycanthus Floridus

FullUSDA 4–9
Carolina Buckthorn, Indian Cherry (Rhamnus Caroliniana) — Hardy in zones 5-9, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil

Shrub

Carolina Buckthorn, Indian Cherry

Rhamnus Caroliniana

HalfUSDA 6–9
Cascara (Frangula Purshiana) — the tree reaches a moderate height of 15 to 30 feet and spreads out to an approximate 15 to 20-foot canopy

Shrub

Cascara

Frangula Purshiana

FullUSDA 8–10
Castor Bean, Palma Christi (Ricinus Communis) — Caution: all plant parts contain toxic ricin, especially the seeds; the Castor Bean 'Ricinus communis'

Annual

Castor Bean, Palma Christi

Ricinus Communis

FullUSDA 9–10
Catalina Evergreen Currant (Ribes Viburnifolium) — maroon to deep red flowers

Shrub

Catalina Evergreen Currant

Ribes Viburnifolium

HalfUSDA 8–10
Catalina Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Traskiae) — evergreen shrub native to Santa Catalina Island

Shrub

Catalina Mountain Mahogany

Cercocarpus Traskiae

FullUSDA 9–10
Catawba Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Catawba') — and provide winter protection in the cooler end of this range

Shrub

Catawba Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia Indica 'Catawba'

FullUSDA 7–10
Catawba Rhododendron (Rhododendron Catawbiense) — is an evergreen shrub reaching 6-10 feet in height with a similar spread; its sturdy nature is complemented

Shrub

Catawba Rhododendron

Rhododendron Catawbiense

HalfUSDA 4–8
Catawba Rhododendron (Rhododendron Catawbiense 'Boursault') — The Catawba Rhododendron 'Boursault' (Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault') is a broadleaf

Shrub

Catawba Rhododendron

Rhododendron Catawbiense 'Boursault'

HalfUSDA 4–8
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — fissured bark contrasting with the vibrant green

Shrub

Catclaw Acacia

Acacia Greggii

FullUSDA 6–10
Cayuga Viburnum (Viburnum X Carlcephalum 'Cayuga') — it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade

Shrub

Cayuga Viburnum

Viburnum X Carlcephalum 'Cayuga'

FullUSDA 5–8
Ceanothus Snowball (Ceanothus Rigidus 'Snowball') — which burst forth in late spring

Shrub

Ceanothus Snowball

Ceanothus Rigidus 'Snowball'

FullUSDA 8–10
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — scientifically named Gambelia juncea

Shrub

Cedros Island Snapdragon

Gambelia Juncea

FullUSDA 9–11
Cedros Island Verbena (Verbena Lilacina) — The Cedros Island Verbena (Verbena lilacina) is a perennial shrub

Perennial

Cedros Island Verbena

Verbena Lilacina

FullUSDA 7–10
Centennial Star Magnolia (Magnolia Stellata 'Centennial') — The 'Centennial' Star Magnolia (Magnolia stellata 'Centennial') is a standout spring-blooming shrub

Shrub

Centennial Star Magnolia

Magnolia Stellata 'Centennial'

FullUSDA 5–10
Cha Cha Cordyline (Cordyline 'Cha Cha') — The Cordyline 'Cha Cha' is a vibrant perennial featuring variegated leaves in a blend of yellow

Shrub

Cha Cha Cordyline

Cordyline 'Cha Cha'

FullUSDA 8–11

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