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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Langman's Sage (Leucophyllum Langmaniae) — Typically reaching 3-5 feet in height and 4-6 feet in width, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils

Shrub

Langman's Sage

Leucophyllum Langmaniae

FullUSDA 8–11
Lantana (Lantana Hybrid 'Carnival') — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil

Shrub

Lantana

Lantana Hybrid 'Carnival'

FullUSDA 9–11
Large Leaf Holly Fern (Cyrtomium Macrophyllum) — shade-loving ground cover

Fern

Large Leaf Holly Fern

Cyrtomium Macrophyllum

HalfUSDA 7–10
Laurel Leafed Rockrose (Cistus Laurifolius) — resinous leaves resembling laurel; the Rockrose presents a deep green foliage that serves as a splendid backdrop

Shrub

Laurel Leafed Rockrose

Cistus Laurifolius

FullUSDA 8–10
Laurel Leaf Snail Seed (Cocculus Laurifolius) — commonly known as Laurel Leaf Snail Seed

Shrub

Laurel Leaf Snail Seed

Cocculus Laurifolius

FullUSDA 8–10
Laurel Sumac (Malosma Laurina) — It features glossy, aromatic leaves and clusters of small, creamy-white flowers in spring

Shrub

Laurel Sumac

Malosma Laurina

FullUSDA 9–10
Laurestinus Viburnum (Viburnum Tinus) — glossy leaves of the Viburnum tinus are leathery in texture and measure about 1 to 3 inches long; shrub for full or

Shrub

Laurestinus Viburnum

Viburnum Tinus

FullUSDA 7–10
Laurie Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Laurie') — making it an excellent choice for accentuating borders and foundation plantings

Shrub

Laurie Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Laurie'

HalfUSDA 7–8
Lavender Blue Iris (Iris Pacific Coast Hybrid 'Lavender') — providing a serene aesthetic to any landscape design

Shrub

Lavender Blue Iris

Iris Pacific Coast Hybrid 'Lavender'

FullUSDA 8–10
Lavender Dream Rose (Rosa 'Lavender Dream') — This rose variety typically blossoms in generous clusters throughout the growing season

Shrub

Lavender Dream Rose

Rosa 'Lavender Dream'

FullUSDA 5–9
Lavender Grevillea (Grevillea Lavandulacea) — It is particularly admired for its vivid and profuse spider-like flowers

Shrub

Lavender Grevillea

Grevillea Lavandulacea

FullUSDA 8–10
Lavender, Lavandin (Lavandula X Intermedia) — shrub with lavender and purple blooms; the blooms are beloved by bees and butterflies, image 71

Shrub

Lavender, Lavandin

Lavandula X Intermedia

FullUSDA 5–9
Lavender Starflower (Grewia Occidentalis) — The Lavender Starflower (Grewia occidentalis) is a charming shrub, growing 6-10 feet tall and wide; its lush green

Shrub

Lavender Starflower

Grewia Occidentalis

FullUSDA 9–11
Lead Plant (Amorpha Canescens) — including rocky or sandy terrains.<br><br>For landscape designers

Shrub

Lead Plant

Amorpha Canescens

FullUSDA 2–9
Leafless Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Juncea) — Keep protected from frost to maintain year-round appeal; cylindrical and leafless stems

Shrub

Leafless Bird Of Paradise

Strelitzia Juncea

FullUSDA 9–10
Leatherleaf Acacia (Acacia Craspedocarpa) — evergreen shrub reaching up to 10-15 feet in height with an equal spread

Shrub

Leatherleaf Acacia

Acacia Craspedocarpa

FullUSDA 8–11
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — which possess a leathery texture; mature size reaches around 6-10 feet tall and wide

Shrub

Leatherleaf Viburnum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

FullUSDA 5–8
Leather Oak (Quercus Durata) — dense shrub or small tree

Shrub

Leather Oak

Quercus Durata

FullUSDA 6–10
Leatherwood, Titi, Ironwood Myrtle (Cyrilla Racemiflora) — multi-stemmed silhouette that brings a natural

Shrub

Leatherwood, Titi, Ironwood Myrtle

Cyrilla Racemiflora

FullUSDA 6–9
Lemonade Berry (Rhus Integrifolia) — These blooms give way to sticky berries that have a tart

Shrub

Lemonade Berry

Rhus Integrifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Lemon Fizz Lavender Cotton (Santolina Virens 'Lemon Fizz') — evergreen perennial with a height and spread of about 18-24 inches

Perennial

Lemon Fizz Lavender Cotton

Santolina Virens 'Lemon Fizz'

FullUSDA 6–10
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia Triphylla) — pale lavender or white flowers may appear

Shrub

Lemon Verbena

Aloysia Triphylla

FullUSDA 8–8
Lemonwood (Pittosporum Eugenioides) — thrives in USDA zones 8-10

Shrub

Lemonwood

Pittosporum Eugenioides

FullUSDA 8–10
Let's Dance Can Do!® Reblooming hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla × serrata) — It matures 3-4 feet tall and about 3 feet wide

Shrub

Let's Dance Can Do!® Reblooming hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla × serrata

FullUSDA 5–9

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