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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

1,652 plants

Shrubs in the database

Dwarf Boxleaf Hebe (Hebe Buxifolia) — the foliage of Dwarf Boxleaf Hebe presents a dark green

Shrub

Dwarf Boxleaf Hebe

Hebe Buxifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Dwarf Compact Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina Domestica 'Nana') — typically growing to 18-24 inches tall and wide

Shrub

Dwarf Compact Heavenly Bamboo

Nandina Domestica 'Nana'

FullUSDA 6–10
Dwarf Coyote Bush (Baccharis Pilularis) — scientifically named Baccharis pilularis; its adaptability extends to its resistance to pests and diseases

Ground cover

Dwarf Coyote Bush

Baccharis Pilularis

FullUSDA 7–10
Dwarf English Boxwood (Buxus Sempervirens 'Suffruticosa') — the boxwood produces inconspicuous creamy-yellow flowers; this slow-growing evergreen shrub is

Shrub

Dwarf English Boxwood

Buxus Sempervirens 'Suffruticosa'

FullUSDA 6–10
Dwarf False Arborvitae (Thujopsis Dolobrata 'Nana') — evergreen conifer prized for its dense

Conifer

Dwarf False Arborvitae

Thujopsis Dolobrata 'Nana'

FullUSDA 5–7
Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Thrives in part shade to full sun and prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soil

Shrub

Dwarf Forthergilla

Fothergilla Gardenii

HalfUSDA 4–7
Dwarf Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis Obtusa 'Nana') — evergreen conifer showcasing dense; typically matures to heights between 3 to 6 feet

Conifer

Dwarf Hinoki Cypress

Chamaecyparis Obtusa 'Nana'

FullUSDA 4–9
Dwarf Japanese Garden Juniper (Juniperus Procumbens 'Nana') — perfect for rock gardens or cascading over walls

Conifer

Dwarf Japanese Garden Juniper

Juniperus Procumbens 'Nana'

FullUSDA 5–10
Dwarf Korean Lilac (Syringa Meyeri) — This hardy variety thrives in USDA zones 3-7, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Shrub

Dwarf Korean Lilac

Syringa Meyeri

FullUSDA 3–7
Dwarf Mugo Pine (Pinus Mugo Mugo) — These sturdy needles are presented in pairs, offering a lush and robust texture throughout the year

Conifer

Dwarf Mugo Pine

Pinus Mugo Mugo

FullUSDA 4–10
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus communis 'Compacta') is a fragrant

Shrub

Dwarf Myrtle

Myrtus Communis 'Compacta'

FullUSDA 9–11
Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — scientifically named Picea abies 'Pumila'; with an average growth rate of 1 to 6 inches per year

Conifer

Dwarf Norway Spruce

Picea Abies 'Pumila'

FullUSDA 2–8
Dwarf Olive (Olea Europaea 'Montra') — is a dwarf evergreen variety of the classic olive tree

Shrub

Dwarf Olive

Olea Europaea 'Montra'

FullUSDA 8–11
Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia Aquifolium 'Compact John Muir') — The Dwarf Oregon Grape 'Compacta John Muir' is an evergreen shrub, reaching 2-3 feet in height

Broadleaf Evergreen

Dwarf Oregon Grape

Mahonia Aquifolium 'Compact John Muir'

FullUSDA 5–10
Dwarf Plecostachys (Plecostachys Serpyllifolia) — Dwarf Plecostachys (Plecostachys serpyllifolia) is a hardy, compact perennial

Shrub

Dwarf Plecostachys

Plecostachys Serpyllifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Dwarf Plume Cedar (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Elegans Nana') — evergreen specimen reaching 3-4 feet in height and 4-5 feet in width

Conifer

Dwarf Plume Cedar

Cryptomeria Japonica 'Elegans Nana'

FullUSDA 5–8
Dwarf Pomegranate (Punica Granatum 'Nana') — presents as a compact and ornamental fruit-bearing plant

Shrub

Dwarf Pomegranate

Punica Granatum 'Nana'

FullUSDA 8–11
Dwarf Purpleleaf Barberry (Berberis Thunbergii 'Bagatelle') — reaching a mature size of about 1-2 feet in both height and spread

Shrub

Dwarf Purpleleaf Barberry

Berberis Thunbergii 'Bagatelle'

FullUSDA 7–10
Dwarf Scotch Pine (Pinus Sylvestris 'Nana') — rounded form with blue-green needles that provide year-round interest

Conifer

Dwarf Scotch Pine

Pinus Sylvestris 'Nana'

FullUSDA 4–10
Dwarf Spiraea (Spiraea Japonica 'Bullota') — It features vibrant pink blooms in early summer

Shrub

Dwarf Spiraea

Spiraea Japonica 'Bullota'

FullUSDA 3–9
Dwarf Strawberry Tree (Arbutus Unedo 'Compacta') — The Dwarf Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo 'Compacta') is an evergreen shrub

Shrub

Dwarf Strawberry Tree

Arbutus Unedo 'Compacta'

FullUSDA 7–11
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — evergreen conifer renowned for its unique

Conifer

Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress

Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop'

FullUSDA 4–8
Dwarf White Pine (Pinus Strobus 'Nana') — or Pinus strobus 'Nana,' is a compact

Conifer

Dwarf White Pine

Pinus Strobus 'Nana'

FullUSDA 3–4
Dwarf Yellow Potentilla (Potentilla Fruticosa) — It prefers full sun to light shade and is highly tolerant of various soil types; only requiring, image 61

Shrub

Dwarf Yellow Potentilla

Potentilla Fruticosa

FullUSDA 3–10

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