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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

1,652 plants

Shrubs in the database

Bear Oak (Quercus Ilicifolia) — typically a rich assortment of reds; commonly known as Bear Oak

Shrub

Bear Oak

Quercus Ilicifolia

FullUSDA 8–9
Bear's Breech (Acanthus Mollis) — Adds architectural interest to borders and focal points

Perennial

Bear's Breech

Acanthus Mollis

Deep ShadeUSDA 8–11
Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — requiring minimal attention once established; it is recommended to plant the Beautyberry in full sun, image 92

Shrub

Beautyberry

Callicarpa Bodinieri

FullUSDA 5–8
Beautyberry (Callicarpa Americana) — It thrives in USDA zones 6-10 and prefers full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil; shrub for full or half

Shrub

Beautyberry

Callicarpa Americana

FullUSDA 5–8
Beauty Bush (Kolkwitzia Amabilis) — or as a backdrop for perennial flower beds, image 104

Shrub

Beauty Bush

Kolkwitzia Amabilis

FullUSDA 6–9
Bell Flower Hesperaloe (Hesperaloe Campanulata) — making a graceful addition to xeriscape gardens

Grass

Bell Flower Hesperaloe

Hesperaloe Campanulata

FullUSDA 8–11
Bennett Hemlock (Tsuga Canadensis 'Bennett') — The Tsuga canadensis 'Bennett,' or Bennett Hemlock, is a compact, slow-growing conifer

Conifer

Bennett Hemlock

Tsuga Canadensis 'Bennett'

FullUSDA 4–8
Berry Poppins® Winterberry (Ilex verticillata) — is a compact deciduous holly with green summer foliage and vivid red berries on bare winter stems

Broadleaf Evergreen

Berry Poppins® Winterberry

Ilex verticillata

FullUSDA 3–9
Bert Johnson Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edm. 'Bert Johnson') — Reaching 5-6 feet tall and wide

Shrub

Bert Johnson Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Edm. 'Bert Johnson'

FullUSDA 9–10
Big Basin Sagebrush (Artemisia Tridentata) — allowing for an expansive

Shrub

Big Basin Sagebrush

Artemisia Tridentata

FullUSDA 4–10
Big Bend Yucca (Yucca Rostrata) — showcasing clusters of pendent

Shrub

Big Bend Yucca

Yucca Rostrata

FullUSDA 5–11
Big Berry Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Glauca) — a blue-green hue with a glaucous or waxy finish

Shrub

Big Berry Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Glauca

FullUSDA 9–10
Big Blue Lily Turf (Liriope Muscari 'Big Blue') — making it a perfect ground cover or border plant.<br><br>Known for its lush

Shrub

Big Blue Lily Turf

Liriope Muscari 'Big Blue'

HalfUSDA 6–10
Big-Leaf Chinese Hydrangea (Hydrangea Aspera 'Macrophylla') — This deciduous shrub reaches 6 to 10 feet in height and width

Shrub

Big-Leaf Chinese Hydrangea

Hydrangea Aspera 'Macrophylla'

FullUSDA 7–9
Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — blue and pink flowers in the garden; native to Japan and China, image 113

Shrub

Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macrophylla

HalfUSDA 5–9
Bigleaf Magnolia (Magnolia Macrophylla) — Native to the southeastern United States; reaching an impressive 20 to 30 inches in length and up to 12, image 81

Shrub

Bigleaf Magnolia

Magnolia Macrophylla

FullUSDA 5–9
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — red clusters of flowers in winter and spring

Shrub

Big Nellie Hakea

Hakea Archaeoides

FullUSDA 9–11
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — considering its eventual spread; consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant blooms

Shrub

Bird Of Paradise

Strelitzia Reginae

FullUSDA 9–10
Bitterbush (Purshia Mexicana) — Its deep roots enhance drought tolerance, making it an excellent choice for water-efficient landscapes; adapted to, image 48

Shrub

Bitterbush

Purshia Mexicana

FullUSDA 4–10
Bitter Condalia Or B. Snakewood (Condalia Globosa) — reaching up to 12-15 feet high and wide

Shrub

Bitter Condalia Or B. Snakewood

Condalia Globosa

FullUSDA 8–11
Blaauw's Pink Azalea (Azalea 'Blaauw's Pink') — Cold-hardy and relatively low-maintenance

Shrub

Blaauw's Pink Azalea

Azalea 'Blaauw's Pink'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Black Beauty Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Beauty') — showcases striking deep-purple foliage and fragrant pink blossoms that emerge in midsummer

Shrub

Black Beauty Elder

Sambucus Nigra 'Black Beauty'

FullUSDA 5–8
Blackberry (Rubus Ursinus) — shrub / vine for full

Shrub

Blackberry

Rubus Ursinus

FullUSDA 6–8
Blackbrush Acacia (Acacia Rigidula) — The Blackbrush Acacia (Acacia rigidula) is a native Texan shrub reaching heights of 10-15 ft

Shrub

Blackbrush Acacia

Acacia Rigidula

FullUSDA 9–11

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