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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Fremont Desert-Thorn, Woldberry (Lycium Fremontii) — This hardy plant reaches 3-6 feet in height and spreads 4-8 feet wide

Perennial

Fremont Desert-Thorn, Woldberry

Lycium Fremontii

FullUSDA 8–11
French Lace Rose (Rosa 'French Lace') — The Rosa 'French Lace' is an elegant floribunda rose, showcasing ivory-white blooms with a hint of apricot

Shrub

French Lace Rose

Rosa 'French Lace'

FullUSDA 6–10
Friendship Sage (Salvia X 'Amistad') — is a striking perennial that boasts deep purple flowers with prominent black calyces

Shrub

Friendship Sage

Salvia X 'Amistad'

FullUSDA 8–10
Fringed Wattle (Acacia Fimbriata) — These not only create a stunning contrast against the fine; with a spread approximating 6 to 15 feet

Shrub

Fringed Wattle

Acacia Fimbriata

FullUSDA 9–11
Fringe Flower (Loropetalum Chinense) — white flowers in the garden; scientifically named Loropetalum chinense

Shrub

Fringe Flower

Loropetalum Chinense

FullUSDA 7–10
Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum) — red blooms dangle elegantly from the arching stems

Shrub

Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry

Ribes Speciosum

HalfUSDA 9–10
Fuchsia Hybrids (Fuchsia X Hybrida) — A sheltered spot ensures protection from harsh winds

Shrub

Fuchsia Hybrids

Fuchsia X Hybrida

HalfUSDA 9–11
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial shade to full sun

Shrub

Fullmoon Maple

Acer Japonicum

FullUSDA 5–7
Full Moon Maple (Acer Shirasawanum) — to protect the foliage from scorching

Shrub

Full Moon Maple

Acer Shirasawanum

FullUSDA 5–10
Furry-Leaf Rockrose (Cistus Crispus) — It thrives in full sun and is well adapted to dry, well-drained soils, showcasing its drought-tolerant nature

Perennial

Furry-Leaf Rockrose

Cistus Crispus

FullUSDA 8–10
Gaiety Girl New Zealand Tea Tree (Leptospermum Scoparium 'Gaiety Girl') — mounding habit with striking deep pink flowers that contrast sharply against the dark

Shrub

Gaiety Girl New Zealand Tea Tree

Leptospermum Scoparium 'Gaiety Girl'

FullUSDA 9–10
Garden Glow Dogwood (Cornus Hessei 'Garden Glow') — The Garden Glow Dogwood (Cornus hessei 'Garden Glow') is a vibrant deciduous shrub

Shrub

Garden Glow Dogwood

Cornus Hessei 'Garden Glow'

FullUSDA 3–8
Gardenia (Gardenia Jasminoides) — ideal for the Gardenia's health.<br><br>To ensure a robust bloom; commonly referred to as the Gardenia

Shrub

Gardenia

Gardenia Jasminoides

FullUSDA 8–10
Garden Red Currant (Ribes Rubrum) — textured backdrop throughout the growing season

Shrub

Garden Red Currant

Ribes Rubrum

HalfUSDA 3–7
Gartenmeister Bonstedt Fuchsia (Fuchsia Tri. 'Gartenmeister Bonstedt') — it performs exceptionally in zones 10-11 or as a container plant elsewhere

Shrub

Gartenmeister Bonstedt Fuchsia

Fuchsia Tri. 'Gartenmeister Bonstedt'

HalfUSDA 10–10
General Sikorski Clematis (Clematis 'General Sikorski') — Clematis 'General Sikorski' is a vigorous deciduous climber, reaching heights of 8-12 ft

Shrub

General Sikorski Clematis

Clematis 'General Sikorski'

FullUSDA 4–8
George Lindley Taber Azalea (Azalea 'George Lindley Taber') — ruffled flowers with a faint white blush and prominent stamens

Shrub

George Lindley Taber Azalea

Azalea 'George Lindley Taber'

FullUSDA 9–9
Geraldton Wax Flower (Chamelaucium Uncinatum) — It is notably drought-tolerant once established; geraldton Wax thrives in USDA zones 9 to 10, preferring full

Shrub

Geraldton Wax Flower

Chamelaucium Uncinatum

FullUSDA 9–11
Germander Sage (Salvia Chamaedryoides) — Each blossom spans roughly 0.5 to 0.75 inches in length

Shrub

Germander Sage

Salvia Chamaedryoides

FullUSDA 8–11
Ghost Or Showy Gum (Eucalyptus Pauciflora) — Its spreading canopy, up to 35 feet wide, offers cool shade, while delicate white flowers provide contrast

Shrub

Ghost Or Showy Gum

Eucalyptus Pauciflora

FullUSDA 9–10
Giant Bursage, Canyon Ambrosia (Ambrosia Ambrosioides) — As a low-maintenance plant

Shrub

Giant Bursage, Canyon Ambrosia

Ambrosia Ambrosioides

FullUSDA 9–11
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — All parts are highly toxic if ingested

Shrub

Giant Thevetia

Thevetia Thevetioides

FullUSDA 10–10
Giant Timber Bamboo (Bambusa Oldhamii) — Giant Timber Bamboo (Bambusa oldhamii) is a non-invasive clumping species that thrives in USDA zones 8-10

Bamboo

Giant Timber Bamboo

Bambusa Oldhamii

FullUSDA 9–10
Giant Turk's Cap, Wax Mallow (Malvaviscus Arboreus) — with a spread of 3-4 feet; the heart-shaped leaves add a lush backdrop, image 70

Perennial

Giant Turk's Cap, Wax Mallow

Malvaviscus Arboreus

FullUSDA 9–10

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