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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

1,652 plants

Shrubs in the database

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — the Rocky Mountain Maple can serve as a specimen plant or be grouped for a natural

Shrub

Rocky Mountain Maple

Acer Glabra

FullUSDA 5–7
Rosea Tree Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Rosea') — The Rosea Tree Mallow (Lavatera thuringiaca 'Rosea') is an ornamental shrub

Shrub

Rosea Tree Mallow

Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Rosea'

FullUSDA 6–9
Rosebay Rhododendron (Rhododendron Maximum) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade; requiring minimal care beyond enjoying its enduring beauty

Broadleaf Evergreen

Rosebay Rhododendron

Rhododendron Maximum

HalfUSDA 3–7
Rose Bonica (Rosa Bonica 'Meidomonac') — This floribunda class rose cultivar has garnered widespread acclaim

Shrub

Rose Bonica

Rosa Bonica 'Meidomonac'

FullUSDA 4–10
Rose Mallee (Eucalyptus Rhodantha) — rose-like flowers and silvery-blue foliage

Shrub

Rose Mallee

Eucalyptus Rhodantha

FullUSDA 8–8
Rosemary Grevillea (Grevillea Rosmarinifolia) — In addition to its visual appeal

Shrub

Rosemary Grevillea

Grevillea Rosmarinifolia

FullUSDA 8–10
Rose Of Sharon, Shrub Althaea (Hibiscus Syriacus) — showy flowers that can be single or double; exotic flair to temperate landscapes in USDA zones, image 57

Shrub

Rose Of Sharon, Shrub Althaea

Hibiscus Syriacus

FullUSDA 5–8
Roseum Elegans Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Roseum Elegans') — Reaching up to 6 feet in height and spread, this evergreen offers year-round interest; the Roseum

Broadleaf Evergreen

Roseum Elegans Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Roseum Elegans'

FullUSDA 4–8
Round-Leaf Tea Olive. (Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Rotundifolius') — Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Rotundifolius,' is an evergreen shrub notable for its dense

Shrub

Round-Leaf Tea Olive.

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Rotundifolius'

FullUSDA 7–9
Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — evergreen shrub reaching heights of around 5 feet with a similar spread

Shrub

Round-Leaved Tea Tree

Leptospermum Rotundifolium

FullUSDA 9–11
Royal Azalea (Rhododendron Schlippenbachii) — XBOOLEAdd a touch of stately beauty to your landscape with the Royal Azalea; a plant that promises visual

Shrub

Royal Azalea

Rhododendron Schlippenbachii

HalfUSDA 4–6
Royal Burgundy Barberry (Berberis Thunbergii 'Royal Burgundy') — The Royal Burgundy Barberry, Berberis thunbergii 'Royal Burgundy', is a vibrant, compact

Shrub

Royal Burgundy Barberry

Berberis Thunbergii 'Royal Burgundy'

FullUSDA 4–10
Royal Cape Cape Plumbago (Plumbago Auriculata 'Royal Cape') — The Royal Cape Plumbago presents vibrant deep blue flowers on a shrub reaching up to 6 feet tall

Shrub

Royal Cape Cape Plumbago

Plumbago Auriculata 'Royal Cape'

FullUSDA 9–10
Royal Grevillea (Grevillea Victoriae) — with occasional susceptibility to root rot if overwatered; ground cover / shrub with pink blooms, image 66

Ground cover

Royal Grevillea

Grevillea Victoriae

FullUSDA 9–11
Royal Purple Lily Turf (Liriope Muscari 'Royal Purple') — The Royal Purple Lily Turf (Liriope muscari 'Royal Purple') is an ornamental grass-like perennial

Shrub

Royal Purple Lily Turf

Liriope Muscari 'Royal Purple'

HalfUSDA 6–10
Royal Purple Sage (Salvia Muelleri) — This hardy plant typically reaches a height of 18 to 24 inches and spreads about 24 to 30 inches wide

Broadleaf Evergreen

Royal Purple Sage

Salvia Muelleri

FullUSDA 8–10
Royal Purple Smoketree (Cotinus Coggygria 'Royal Purple') — maroon-purple leaves that deepen to near-black in sun

Shrub

Royal Purple Smoketree

Cotinus Coggygria 'Royal Purple'

FullUSDA 10–10
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — Tolerant of low-light conditions, it prefers well-draining soil and moderate moisture; especially in households

Shrub

Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree

Ficus Elastica

HalfUSDA 9–11
Rubber Rabbitbrush (Chrysothamnus Nauseosus) — making it a dual-purpose choice in a landscape design where functionality meets aesthetics

Shrub

Rubber Rabbitbrush

Chrysothamnus Nauseosus

FullUSDA 6–9
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — shrub / tree for half; the Rubber Tree is a resilient and low-maintenance choice, image 96

Shrub

Rubber Tree

Ficus Elastica 'Decora'

HalfUSDA 9–11
Ruby Glow Manuka Tea Tree (Leptospermum Scoparium 'Ruby Glow') — enchants with deep burgundy foliage and prolific

Shrub

Ruby Glow Manuka Tea Tree

Leptospermum Scoparium 'Ruby Glow'

FullUSDA 9–10
Rugosa Rose (Rosa Rugosa) — making it a suitable addition for a low-maintenance

Shrub

Rugosa Rose

Rosa Rugosa

FullUSDA 8–11
Russian Olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia) — but it should be placed with consideration due to its potential invasiveness in some regions; regular pruning may be

Shrub

Russian Olive

Elaeagnus angustifolia

FullUSDA 3–7
Russian Pea Shrub (Caragana frutex) — The Russian Pea Shrub, Caragana frutex, is a hardy deciduous legume, maturing to 12-15 ft

Shrub

Russian Pea Shrub

Caragana frutex

FullUSDA 2–7

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