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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Common White Lilac (Syringa Vulgaris 'Alba') — commonly known as the Common White Lilac

Shrub

Common White Lilac

Syringa Vulgaris 'Alba'

FullUSDA 4–10
Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — adding about 1 to 2 feet per year

Shrub

Compact Burning Bush

Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus'

FullUSDA 3–11
Compact Japanese Holly (Ilex Crenata 'Convexa') — Its small, convex dark green leaves mimic boxwood and are resistant to pests and disease

Shrub

Compact Japanese Holly

Ilex Crenata 'Convexa'

FullUSDA 6–9
Compact Korean Azalea (Azalea Poukhanense 'Compacta') — with leaves that are a lustrous dark green

Shrub

Compact Korean Azalea

Azalea Poukhanense 'Compacta'

HalfUSDA 5–9
Compact Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Compacta') — offering year-round interest with glossy

Broadleaf Evergreen

Compact Lily Of The Valley Bush

Pieris Japonica 'Compacta'

ShadeUSDA 5–8
Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — scientifically known as Phlomis lanata; drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping

Shrub

Compact Yellow Phlomis

Phlomis Lanata

FullUSDA 8–10
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — mature to a rich red in summer

Shrub

Coppertina

Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia'

FullUSDA 3–8
Copthorne Pelargonium (Pelargonium 'Copthorne') — velvety red-purple blooms that create a vivid display against its deep green

Perennial

Copthorne Pelargonium

Pelargonium 'Copthorne'

FullUSDA 9–10
Coral Fountain, Firecracker Plant (Russelia Equisetiformis) — tubular flowers that resemble firecrackers; it produces vibrant coral-red, image 48

Shrub

Coral Fountain, Firecracker Plant

Russelia Equisetiformis

FullUSDA 10–11
Coral Plant (Jatropha Multifida) — Being drought-tolerant once established, it is a low-maintenance choice for xeriscaping; shrub for full

Shrub

Coral Plant

Jatropha Multifida

FullUSDA 10–11
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — The ovate leaves turn purple in fall, and its exfoliating bark adds winter interest; shrub / tree for full or half

Shrub

Cornelian Dogwood

Cornus Mas

FullUSDA 4–8
Cornflower, Bachelor's Button (Centaurea Cyanus) — accommodating a wide array of climate conditions; well-draining soil is essential for optimal growth

Annual

Cornflower, Bachelor's Button

Centaurea Cyanus

FullUSDA 3–10
Cornish Heather (Erica Vagans) — and as an accent in mixed borders.<br><br>For the client keen on year-round interest

Ground cover

Cornish Heather

Erica Vagans

FullUSDA 6–9
Cow's Tail Pine (Cephalotaxus Harringtonia 'Duke Gardens') — This low-growing, dense plant typically reaches 2-3 feet in height and spreads 4-5 feet wide

Shrub

Cow's Tail Pine

Cephalotaxus Harringtonia 'Duke Gardens'

FullUSDA 6–9
Coyote Mint (Monardella Villosa) — It's an excellent choice for creating a sensory-rich and habitat-friendly landscape.<br><br>In terms of growth

Shrub

Coyote Mint

Monardella Villosa

FullUSDA 6–10
Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica) — and they thrive in well-draining soil with a pH that is slightly acidic to neutral; exfoliating bark and, image 138

Shrub

Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia Indica

FullUSDA 7–10
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — This characteristic contributes to its popularity as a naturalistic plant in garden design

Shrub

Creek Dogwood

Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis

FullUSDA 3–6
Creeping Australian Saltbush (Rhagodia Spinescens) — perennial / shrub for full or half

Perennial

Creeping Australian Saltbush

Rhagodia Spinescens

FullUSDA 7–10
Creeping Mahonia (Mahonia Repens) — low-growing evergreen shrub; holly-like leaves that turn various shades of red and purple in the fall and winter

Ground cover

Creeping Mahonia

Mahonia Repens

HalfUSDA 5–10
Creeping Mirror Plant (Coprosma X Kirkii) — It thrives in USDA zones 8-11, prefers well-drained soil, and enjoys full sun to partial shade

Ground cover

Creeping Mirror Plant

Coprosma X Kirkii

FullUSDA 9–11
Creeping Snowberry (Symphoricarpos Mollis) — It features delicate pink blooms in spring

Shrub

Creeping Snowberry

Symphoricarpos Mollis

FullUSDA 3–8
Creeping Wintergreen (Gaultheria Procumbens) — These berries are not only visually appealing but are edible and often used to flavor candies and teas; creeping

Ground cover

Creeping Wintergreen

Gaultheria Procumbens

FullUSDA 3–8
Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — The Creosote Bush (Larrea tridentata) is a resilient evergreen shrub, native to arid deserts of the Southwest

Shrub

Creosote Bush

Larrea Tridentata

FullUSDA 7–11
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — commonly known as the Crete Rockrose

Perennial

Crete Rockrose

Cistus Creticus

FullUSDA 9–10

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