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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Karen Azalea (Azalea X 'Karen') — Deep purple flowers with a magenta undertone and a delicate white blaze emerge in April-May

Shrub

Karen Azalea

Azalea X 'Karen'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Karo (Pittosporum Crassifolium) — The glossy, leathery leaves are silver-green and can grow up to 4 inches long; demanding minimal to moderate irrigation

Shrub

Karo

Pittosporum Crassifolium

FullUSDA 9–9
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — it's perfect for adding layered contrast to woodland gardens in USDA zones 5-8

Broadleaf Evergreen

Katsura Pieris

Pieris Japonica 'Katsura'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Kay Parris Southern Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora 'Kay Parris') — The Kay Parris Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris') is a compact evergreen

Shrub

Kay Parris Southern Magnolia

Magnolia Grandiflora 'Kay Parris'

FullUSDA 7–9
Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi') — commonly known as Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood

Shrub

Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood

Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi'

FullUSDA 3–8
Ken Janeck Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Ken Janeck') — with a slightly greater spread of 3 to 4 feet

Broadleaf Evergreen

Ken Janeck Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Ken Janeck'

FullUSDA 6–10
Keteleeri Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Keteleeri') — The Spartan Columnar Juniper

Conifer

Keteleeri Juniper

Juniperus Chinensis 'Keteleeri'

FullUSDA 4–9
King Edward Vii Flowering Currant (Ribes San. 'King Edward Vii') — The Ribes sanguineum 'King Edward VII'

Shrub

King Edward Vii Flowering Currant

Ribes San. 'King Edward Vii'

HalfUSDA 7–10
King Mountain Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Regismontana) — scientifically known as Arctostaphylos regismontana

Shrub

King Mountain Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Regismontana

FullUSDA 9–10
King Or Giant Protea (Protea Cynaroides) — However, protection from frost is crucial to prevent damage to its blooms and foliage

Shrub

King Or Giant Protea

Protea Cynaroides

FullUSDA 7–9
Knife Acacia (Acacia Cultriformis) — This Australian native is particularly lauded for its unique

Shrub

Knife Acacia

Acacia Cultriformis

FullUSDA 8–10
Kodiak Jet Black® Diervilla (Diervilla x) — or Diervilla x Kodiak Jet Black®

Shrub

Kodiak Jet Black® Diervilla

Diervilla x

FullUSDA 4–9
Korean Azalea (Rhododendron poukhanense) — ensuring a lush display each year

Shrub

Korean Azalea

Rhododendron poukhanense

HalfUSDA 5–9
Korean Boxwood (Buxus Microphylla 'Koreana') — Its small, glossy, green leaves offer year-round interest and can tolerate partial to full sun

Broadleaf Evergreen

Korean Boxwood

Buxus Microphylla 'Koreana'

FullUSDA 5–10
Korean Maple (Acer Pseudosieboldianum) — The Korean Maple is also moderately drought-tolerant once established

Shrub

Korean Maple

Acer Pseudosieboldianum

FullUSDA 5–10
Korean Spice Viburnum (Viburnum Carlesii) — the Korean Spice Viburnum offers visual interest through the seasons; measuring about 2 to 3 inches across

Shrub

Korean Spice Viburnum

Viburnum Carlesii

FullUSDA 4–7
Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf (Griselinia Littoralis) — such as its application for privacy hedges or as a backdrop for other ornamental plants in a mixed, image 35

Shrub

Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf

Griselinia Littoralis

FullUSDA 9–11
Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Groenlandicum) — reaching 4-5 feet in height; it is a slow grower that provides year-round interest in your, image 48

Shrub

Labrador Tea

Rhododendron Groenlandicum

HalfUSDA 4–8
Lacecap Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Lacecap') — The Lacecap Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Lacecap') is a captivating deciduous shrub; fertile flowers

Shrub

Lacecap Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Lacecap'

HalfUSDA 5–9
La Cruz Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Cruzensis) — ornamental evergreen shrub from California's coastal region

Ground cover

La Cruz Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Cruzensis

FullUSDA 10–11
Lady In Red Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Lady In Red') — Maturing at about 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, this deciduous shrub thrives in partial shade

Shrub

Lady In Red Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Lady In Red'

HalfUSDA 6–9
Lady Of Shallot Rose (Rosa 'Lady Of Shallot') — tea-like fragrance with hints of clove and spiced apple.<br><br>Tolerant of a variety of conditions

Shrub

Lady Of Shallot Rose

Rosa 'Lady Of Shallot'

FullUSDA 6–10
Lalandei Pyracantha (Pyracantha Coccinea 'Lalandei') — reaching up to 12 feet in height and 10 feet in width

Shrub

Lalandei Pyracantha

Pyracantha Coccinea 'Lalandei'

FullUSDA 5–10
Lamb's Ear (Stachys Byzantina) — this herbaceous plant is a member of the mint family and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8

Perennial

Lamb's Ear

Stachys Byzantina

FullUSDA 4–4

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