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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

1,652 plants

Shrubs in the database

Deerweed (Lotus Scoparius) — thriving in USDA zones 7 through 10

Perennial

Deerweed

Lotus Scoparius

FullUSDA 7–10
Degroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — The Thuja occidentalis 'DeGroot's Spire' is a compact

Conifer

Degroots Spire Arborvitae

Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire'

FullUSDA 4–9
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — The Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus delavayi) is a dense, evergreen shrub, ideal for hedges and screens

Shrub

Delavay Osmanthus

Osmanthus Delavayi

FullUSDA 8–10
Delaware Valley White Azalea (Azalea 'Delaware Valley White') — Apply a layer of mulch to retain soil moisture and protect the shallow roots; especially during

Shrub

Delaware Valley White Azalea

Azalea 'Delaware Valley White'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Densa Inkberry Holly (Ilex Glabra 'Densa') — is an evergreen shrub prized for its dense

Broadleaf Evergreen

Densa Inkberry Holly

Ilex Glabra 'Densa'

FullUSDA 5–9
Dense Senna, Grey Cassia (Senna Sturtii) — Senna sturtii, commonly known as Dense Senna or Grey Cassia, is a drought-tolerant Australian native shrub

Shrub

Dense Senna, Grey Cassia

Senna Sturtii

FullUSDA 9–10
Densiformis Yew (Taxus X Media 'Densiformis') — The Densiformis Yew (Taxus x media 'Densiformis') is an evergreen shrub

Conifer

Densiformis Yew

Taxus X Media 'Densiformis'

FullUSDA 4–9
Desert Broom, Rosin Bush (Baccharis Sarothroides) — needle-like leaves are small and narrow

Shrub

Desert Broom, Rosin Bush

Baccharis Sarothroides

FullUSDA 8–11
Desert Encelia (Encelia Farinosa) — Minimal supplemental watering is necessary once established, showcasing its drought-tolerant characteristics; which can

Shrub

Desert Encelia

Encelia Farinosa

FullUSDA 8–11
Desert Lavender (Hyptis Emoryi) — It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, reaching a height of 3 to 5 feet with an equal spread

Shrub

Desert Lavender

Hyptis Emoryi

FullUSDA 8–11
Desert Malee (Eucalyptus Macrocarpa) — pink and red flowers in the garden

Shrub

Desert Malee

Eucalyptus Macrocarpa

FullUSDA 8–8
Desert Needle Grass (Stipa speciosa) — Desert Needle Grass, Stipa speciosum, is an ornamental perennial native to arid regions

Grass

Desert Needle Grass

Stipa speciosa

FullUSDA 3–10
Desert Range Almond (Prunus Fasciculata) — often found in its native desert habitats

Shrub

Desert Range Almond

Prunus Fasciculata

FullUSDA 8–10
Desert Rock Pea, Deer Vetch (Lotus Rigidus) — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in well-drained soils and full sun

Shrub

Desert Rock Pea, Deer Vetch

Lotus Rigidus

FullUSDA 7–11
Desert Rose Or Desert Azalea (Adenium Obesum 'Calypso') — or as a container specimen on sunny patios; making it an excellent choice for xeriscaped, image 111

Shrub

Desert Rose Or Desert Azalea

Adenium Obesum 'Calypso'

FullUSDA 10–11
Desert Sage (Salvia dorrii) — reaching 2-3 feet in height and width

Shrub

Desert Sage

Salvia dorrii

FullUSDA 9–10
Desert Saltbush, Cattle Spinach (Atriplex Polycarpa) — also known as Desert Saltbush or Cattle Spinach

Shrub

Desert Saltbush, Cattle Spinach

Atriplex Polycarpa

FullUSDA 8–11
Desert Snow Mock Orange (Philadelphus 'Desert Snow') — The Philadelphus 'Desert Snow' is a cherished deciduous shrub, reaching 5-6 feet in height and spread

Shrub

Desert Snow Mock Orange

Philadelphus 'Desert Snow'

FullUSDA 6–9
Desert Tea, Ca Ephedra (Ephedra Californica) — drought-tolerant shrub standing 1-4 feet tall with jointed green stems

Shrub

Desert Tea, Ca Ephedra

Ephedra Californica

FullUSDA 9–10
Desert Tea, Mormon Tea (Ephedra Nevadensis) — commonly known as Desert Tea or Mormon Tea

Shrub

Desert Tea, Mormon Tea

Ephedra Nevadensis

FullUSDA 7–11
Desert Thorn, Baja Desert Thorn (Lycium Brevipes) — The Desert Thorn, or Lycium brevipes, indigenous to the Baja region, thrives in arid climates

Shrub

Desert Thorn, Baja Desert Thorn

Lycium Brevipes

FullUSDA 8–11
Desert Wolfberry, Anderson Thornbus (Lycium Andersonii) — is a resilient shrub indigenous to the arid landscapes of the Southwestern United States

Shrub

Desert Wolfberry, Anderson Thornbus

Lycium Andersonii

FullUSDA 8–11
Deutzia (Deutzia Hybrida 'Magicien') — Deutzia hybrida 'Magicien' is a deciduous shrub boasting abundant pink-tinged white blossoms in late spring

Shrub

Deutzia

Deutzia Hybrida 'Magicien'

FullUSDA 5–8
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Known for its menacing thorns; umbrella-like clusters of small white flowers, image 55

Shrub

Devil's Walking Stick

Aralia Spinosa

FullUSDA 4–11

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