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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Noell's Grevillea (Grevillea 'Noellii') — Grevillea 'Noellii', a drought-tolerant shrub, grows 3-5 ft tall and wide

Ground cover

Noell's Grevillea

Grevillea 'Noellii'

FullUSDA 9–11
Nootka Rose (Rosa Nutkana) — It thrives in USDA zones 4-8, reaching 3-9 feet in height and spreading 3-6 feet

Shrub

Nootka Rose

Rosa Nutkana

FullUSDA 8–9
Nora Grant Ixora (Ixora Coccinea 'Nora Grant') — It showcases lush clusters of pink flowers, adding bursts of color to landscapes

Shrub

Nora Grant Ixora

Ixora Coccinea 'Nora Grant'

HalfUSDA 9–11
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — native to the cooler regions of North America; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and

Shrub

Northern Bush Honeysuckle

Diervilla Lonicera

FullUSDA 3–10
Northern Lights Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Northern Lights') — This compact variety reaches 4-6 ft in height and width, preferring partial shade and

Broadleaf Evergreen

Northern Lights Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Northern Lights'

FullUSDA 4–8
Northland Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum 'Northland') — It produces abundant, sweet blueberries in midsummer and boasts white spring flowers and

Shrub

Northland Highbush Blueberry

Vaccinium Corymbosum 'Northland'

HalfUSDA 8–10
Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — plant the 'Nova Zembla' in a location that provides dappled shade or morning sun with afternoon shade

Broadleaf Evergreen

Nova Zembla Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'

FullUSDA 4–8
Nuccio's Gem Shade Camellia (Camellia Japonica 'Nuccio's Gem') — reaching up to 6-8 feet in height and 4-6 feet in width

Shrub

Nuccio's Gem Shade Camellia

Camellia Japonica 'Nuccio's Gem'

HalfUSDA 6–11
Nuccio's Pearl Shade Camellia (Camellia Japonica 'Nuccio's Pearl') — and emerge from winter to early spring

Shrub

Nuccio's Pearl Shade Camellia

Camellia Japonica 'Nuccio's Pearl'

HalfUSDA 6–11
Oak Leaf Acanthus (Acanthus Mollis 'Oak Leaf') — The Acanthus mollis 'Oak Leaf' is a perennial known for its striking foliage

Perennial

Oak Leaf Acanthus

Acanthus Mollis 'Oak Leaf'

Deep ShadeUSDA 8–11
Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Quercifolia) — mahogany red in the fall.<br><br>From early summer to late fall; this native plant typically reaches 4-6 feet in

Shrub

Oakleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea Quercifolia

FullUSDA 7–9
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — The shrub's distinctive 5 to 8-inch-long flower panicles bloom profusely in late spring to early summer; white flowers in

Shrub

Ocean Spray

Holodiscus Discolor

FullUSDA 4–7
October Magic Camellia (Camellia Japonica 'White Shi-Shi') — is a dwarf shrub with a dense

Shrub

October Magic Camellia

Camellia Japonica 'White Shi-Shi'

HalfUSDA 6–10
Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — With its silvery-grey foliage and rounded growth habit

Shrub

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa

Atriplex Nummularia

FullUSDA 8–11
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — They prefer full sun to partial shade settings and require moderate watering; although hardy in USDA zones 8-10, it is, image 58

Shrub

Oleander

Nerium Oleander

FullUSDA 8–11
Oleanderleaf Protea (Protea Neriifolia) — this evergreen shrub thrives in USDA zones 9-11 and is well-suited to regions with a Mediterranean climate

Shrub

Oleanderleaf Protea

Protea Neriifolia

FullUSDA 9–9
Oleanderleaf Protea (Protea 'Pink Ice') — is a captivating and robust plant that brings both aesthetic appeal and resilience to any landscape

Shrub

Oleanderleaf Protea

Protea 'Pink Ice'

FullUSDA 9–10
Oleander Mrs. Roeding (Nerium Oleander 'Mrs. Roeding') — Roeding' is a hardy, evergreen shrub renowned for its profuse, pink-hued, double flowers

Shrub

Oleander Mrs. Roeding

Nerium Oleander 'Mrs. Roeding'

FullUSDA 8–10
Olga Mezitt Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Olga Mezitt') — Rhododendron 'Olga Mezitt' is an eye-catching, evergreen shrub reaching 3-4 feet tall with an equal

Broadleaf Evergreen

Olga Mezitt Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Olga Mezitt'

FullUSDA 4–7
Orange Bells (Tecoma X Smithii) — combining the best traits of both parents.<br><br>Orange Bells typically reaches a height of 6 to 8 feet

Shrub

Orange Bells

Tecoma X Smithii

FullUSDA 9–11
Orange Butterfly Bush (Buddleia Globosa) — so check local regulations before including it in landscape plans; prune lightly post-bloom to encourage shape and

Shrub

Orange Butterfly Bush

Buddleia Globosa

FullUSDA 5–10
Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — It prefers full sun and adapts to various soil types; this evergreen reaches up to 20-30 feet in height and, image 61

Shrub

Orange Geiger Tree

Cordia Sebestena

FullUSDA 8–11
Orange Honey Rose (Rosa 'Orange Honey') — Disease-resistant foliage emerges with a reddish tint, maturing to a glossy green

Shrub

Orange Honey Rose

Rosa 'Orange Honey'

FullUSDA 3–9
Orange Orchid Bush, (Tree), Red Bau (Bauhinia Galpinii) — Originating from South Africa; which turn a warm yellow before shedding in the, image 62

Shrub

Orange Orchid Bush, (Tree), Red Bau

Bauhinia Galpinii

FullUSDA 10–10

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