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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Grey Owl Juniper (Juniperus Virginiana 'Grey Owl') — The Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl' is a graceful evergreen shrub featuring silvery-gray needle-like

Conifer

Grey Owl Juniper

Juniperus Virginiana 'Grey Owl'

FullUSDA 4–9
Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac (Rhus Aromatica Gro-Low) — Its trifoliate leaves exude a pleasant scent when disturbed and morph into brilliant shades of orange

Shrub

Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac

Rhus Aromatica Gro-Low

FullUSDA 3–9
Gruss An Aachen Rose (Rosa 'Gruss An Aachen') — displaying good disease resistance; these elegantly formed flowers are known for their continuous blooming

Shrub

Gruss An Aachen Rose

Rosa 'Gruss An Aachen'

FullUSDA 4–9
Guajillo (Acacia Berlandieri) — The Guajillo (Acacia berlandieri) stands as a semi-evergreen

Shrub

Guajillo

Acacia Berlandieri

FullUSDA 9–11
Guayacan (Guaiacum Coulteri) — Guayacans thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring minimal water once established

Shrub

Guayacan

Guaiacum Coulteri

FullUSDA 9–10
Gulf Stream Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina Domestica 'Gulf Stream') — scientifically known as Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream'

Shrub

Gulf Stream Heavenly Bamboo

Nandina Domestica 'Gulf Stream'

FullUSDA 6–10
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — each about 1/4 inch in diameter; valued for its charming foliage and delicate blossoms

Ground cover

Hairy Canary Flower

Dorycnium Hirsutum

FullUSDA 8–10
Hairy Ceanothus (Ceanothus Oliganthus) — this shrub boasts dense green foliage and clusters of fragrant

Shrub

Hairy Ceanothus

Ceanothus Oliganthus

FullUSDA 8–10
Hairy Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Columbiana) — often peeling in thin sheets to reveal a smoother surface beneath

Shrub

Hairy Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Columbiana

FullUSDA 8–10
Hairy Wattle (Acacia Vestita) — commonly known as Hairy Wattle; it features fine, feathery gray-green foliage and is adorned with soft yellow flowers in spring

Shrub

Hairy Wattle

Acacia Vestita

FullUSDA 8–10
Hakea (Hakea Obtusa) — an evergreen shrub native to Australia; typically reaching 3-6 feet in height, with a similar spread, it's well-suited for xeriscaping

Shrub

Hakea

Hakea Obtusa

FullUSDA 9–11
Hanging Lobster Claw (Heliconia Rostrata) — hence its common name.<br><br>When integrated into a landscape; the distinctive bracts present a vivid, image 94

Shrub

Hanging Lobster Claw

Heliconia Rostrata

FullUSDA 10–11
Hardy Azalea (Azalea 'Hardy Gardenia') — The Hardy Gardenia Azalea (Rhododendron 'Hardy Gardenia') is a resilient shrub prized for its fragrant

Shrub

Hardy Azalea

Azalea 'Hardy Gardenia'

HalfUSDA 6–9
Hardy Fuchsia (Fuchsia Magellanica) — Ideal for borders or as an accent plant

Perennial

Hardy Fuchsia

Fuchsia Magellanica

HalfUSDA 7–9
Hardy Fuchsia Genii — The Hardy Fuchsia 'Genii' (Fuchsia genii)

Shrub

Hardy Fuchsia Genii

Fuchsia Genii

HalfUSDA 9–11
Hardy Schefflera (Schefflera Delavayi) — Mature specimens reach up to 10-15 feet in height, with a similar spread

Shrub

Hardy Schefflera

Schefflera Delavayi

FullUSDA 10–11
Harlequin Butterfly Bush (Buddleia Davidii 'Harlequin') — Its fragrant, deep magenta blooms attract butterflies and hummingbirds throughout summer and into fall

Shrub

Harlequin Butterfly Bush

Buddleia Davidii 'Harlequin'

FullUSDA 5–10
Harlequin Glorybower (Clerodendrum Trichotomum) — bright pink calyces and are followed by striking

Shrub

Harlequin Glorybower

Clerodendrum Trichotomum

FullUSDA 6–9
Harry Lauder's Walking Stick, Twist (Corylus Avellana 'Contorta') — Corylus avellana 'Contorta,' popularly known as Harry Lauder's Walking Stick

Shrub

Harry Lauder's Walking Stick, Twist

Corylus Avellana 'Contorta'

FullUSDA 4–10
Hartlage Wine Carolina Allspice (Calycanthus 'Hartlage Wine') — is a noteworthy shrub praised for its wine-red

Shrub

Hartlage Wine Carolina Allspice

Calycanthus 'Hartlage Wine'

FullUSDA 6–9
Hartweg's Sundrops (Calylophus Hartwegii Var. Fendleri) — yellow flowers in the garden; clumping form typically reaching heights of 12 to 18 inches

Ground cover

Hartweg's Sundrops

Calylophus Hartwegii Var. Fendleri

FullUSDA 10–10
Hartwegs Sundrops (Calylophus Hartwegii) — Calylophus hartwegii, or Hartweg's Sundrops, is a vibrant perennial native to the Southwest

Ground cover

Hartwegs Sundrops

Calylophus Hartwegii

FullUSDA 10–10
Hawaiian Elf Schefflera (Schefflera Arboricola) — Tolerant of a range of lighting conditions, it thrives best in bright, indirect light

Shrub

Hawaiian Elf Schefflera

Schefflera Arboricola

FullUSDA 10–11
Hazel Alder (Alnus Serrulata) — thrives alongside streams and marshes

Shrub

Hazel Alder

Alnus Serrulata

FullUSDA 5–9

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