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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Eastern Bee Balm (Monarda Bradburiana) — Space plants 18-24 inches apart for optimal growth

Shrub

Eastern Bee Balm

Monarda Bradburiana

FullUSDA 5–8
Eastern Redbud (Cercis Canadensis) — shrub / tree with pink and red blooms; native to eastern North America, image 94

Shrub

Eastern Redbud

Cercis Canadensis

FullUSDA 4–10
Eastwood Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Glandulosa) — with deep red bark and twisted branches

Shrub

Eastwood Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Glandulosa

FullUSDA 9–10
Ebbinge's Silverberry (Elaeagnus X Ebbingei) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for full or half

Broadleaf Evergreen

Ebbinge's Silverberry

Elaeagnus X Ebbingei

FullUSDA 7–10
Ecuadorean Angel's Trumpet (Brugmansia Versicolor) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11

Shrub

Ecuadorean Angel's Trumpet

Brugmansia Versicolor

FullUSDA 10–10
Edith Bosley Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Edith Bosley') — featuring deep purple-blue flowers that bloom abundantly in spring

Broadleaf Evergreen

Edith Bosley Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Edith Bosley'

FullUSDA 4–7
Edward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — The Edward Goucher Abelia is a charming semi-evergreen shrub

Shrub

Edward Goucher Abelia

Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher'

FullUSDA 5–10
Effusa Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Effusa') — The Juniperus communis 'Effusa', a compact, spreading evergreen, adds robust, year-round interest

Conifer

Effusa Juniper

Juniperus Communis 'Effusa'

FullUSDA 4–10
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — but can benefit from occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage fruit production

Shrub

Elderberry

Sambucus Canadensis

FullUSDA 3–9
Elder Berry (Sambucus Spp.) — making it a favorable choice for many landscapes.<br><br>Elderberry plants exhibit rapid growth

Shrub

Elder Berry

Sambucus Spp.

FullUSDA 3–6
Elegant Water Gum (Tristaniopsis Laurina 'Elegant') — commonly known as the Elegant Water Gum

Shrub

Elegant Water Gum

Tristaniopsis Laurina 'Elegant'

FullUSDA 9–10
Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — making it an invaluable asset to any client's garden

Shrub

Elephant Ear Philodendron

Philodendron Giganteum

HalfUSDA 9–10
Elephant Tree, Torote (Bursera Microphylla) — offering a striking focal point in xeriscaped gardens

Shrub

Elephant Tree, Torote

Bursera Microphylla

FullUSDA 10–11
Elf Dwarf Mountain Laurel (Kalmia Latifolia 'Elf') — The Elf Dwarf Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia 'Elf') is a compact evergreen shrub, ideal for small

Broadleaf Evergreen

Elf Dwarf Mountain Laurel

Kalmia Latifolia 'Elf'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Emerald Gaiety Euonymus (Euonymus Fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety') — particularly if used as a hedge or border plant.<br><br>When planning your landscape design

Broadleaf Evergreen

Emerald Gaiety Euonymus

Euonymus Fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety'

FullUSDA 5–10
Emerald Green Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Smaragd') — It matures to 12-14 feet in height and 3-4 feet in width, offering dense, lustrous green foliage

Conifer

Emerald Green Arborvitae

Thuja Occidentalis 'Smaragd'

FullUSDA 4–9
Emerald 'N Gold Wintercreeper (Euonymus Fortunei 'Emerald 'N Gold') — is a vibrant evergreen shrub

Shrub

Emerald 'N Gold Wintercreeper

Euonymus Fortunei 'Emerald 'N Gold'

Deep ShadeUSDA 4–9
Emerald Snow&reg; Loropetalum (Loropetalum 'Emerald Snow') — reaching up to 4 feet tall and wide

Shrub

Emerald Snow&reg; Loropetalum

Loropetalum 'Emerald Snow'

FullUSDA 7–10
Endless Summer Hydrangea (Hydrangea Mac. 'Endless Summer') — Endless Summer Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer') is a deciduous shrub with a

Shrub

Endless Summer Hydrangea

Hydrangea Mac. 'Endless Summer'

HalfUSDA 4–9
English Laurel (Prunus Laurocerasus) — is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its glossy

Shrub

English Laurel

Prunus Laurocerasus

FullUSDA 7–10
English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia) — Its hardiness falls within USDA Zones 5 through 8

Herb

English Lavender

Lavandula Angustifolia

FullUSDA 5–9
English Roseum Rhododendron (Rhododendron X 'English Roseum') — Amending with organic matter will help maintain the necessary soil conditions

Shrub

English Roseum Rhododendron

Rhododendron X 'English Roseum'

HalfUSDA 3–9
English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — The English Yew (Taxus baccata) stands as an iconic evergreen

Shrub

English Yew

Taxus Baccata

FullUSDA 6–10
Enkianthus (Enkianthus Cam. 'Albiflorus') — bell-shaped flowers that adorn the plant in spring

Shrub

Enkianthus

Enkianthus Cam. 'Albiflorus'

FullUSDA 4–9

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