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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — creating an arresting visual display

Shrub

Trinidad Flame Bush

Calliandra Tweedii

FullUSDA 10–11
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — is a vibrant evergreen shrub that flourishes in USDA zones 9-11

Shrub

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red'

FullUSDA 9–9
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — particularly in periods of extreme heat; regular pruning maintains shape, image 169

Shrub

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis

FullUSDA 9–9
Tropicana Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'Tropicana') — Ideal for accentuating borders

Shrub

Tropicana Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa 'Tropicana'

FullUSDA 6–11
Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea (Hydrangea Serrata 'Tuff Stuff') — Prefers partial shade and well-drained, moist soil

Shrub

Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea

Hydrangea Serrata 'Tuff Stuff'

HalfUSDA 5–10
Turkestan Burning Bush (Euonymus Nanus Turkestanicus) — Turkestan Burning Bush (Euonymus nanus turkestanicus) is a compact

Shrub

Turkestan Burning Bush

Euonymus Nanus Turkestanicus

FullUSDA 2–10
Turpentine Bush (Ericameria Laricifolia) — Its greenery is notably rich and dense, creating a lush backdrop for other garden elements

Shrub

Turpentine Bush

Ericameria Laricifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Tuscan Blue Upright Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Tuscan Blue') — evergreen shrub reaching 4 to 6 feet in height with a 2 to 4-foot spread

Shrub

Tuscan Blue Upright Rosemary

Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'

FullUSDA 8–10
Tutsan, Purple St. John's Wort (Hypericum Androsaemum 'Albury Purple') — Hypericum androsaemum 'Albury Purple', commonly known as Tutsan or Purple St

Shrub

Tutsan, Purple St. John's Wort

Hypericum Androsaemum 'Albury Purple'

FullUSDA 7–11
Tuttle Dwarf Natal Plum (Carissa Macrocarpa 'Tuttle') — reaching heights of 18-24 inches and spreading 24-36 inches wide

Ground cover

Tuttle Dwarf Natal Plum

Carissa Macrocarpa 'Tuttle'

FullUSDA 9–11
Tweekleur-Aalwyn (Aloe Cryptopoda) — thrives in USDA zones 9-11

Shrub

Tweekleur-Aalwyn

Aloe Cryptopoda

FullUSDA 9–11
Twinberry (Lonicera Involucrata) — the Twinberry can thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9, image 35

Shrub

Twinberry

Lonicera Involucrata

FullUSDA 4–10
Twisted Leaf Yucca (Yucca Rupicola) — the Twisted Leaf Yucca is compact yet robust

Shrub

Twisted Leaf Yucca

Yucca Rupicola

FullUSDA 7–11
Umbrella Tree (Schefflera Actinophylla) — so caution is advised in gardens with small children and pets.<br><br>For optimal growth; is a tropical evergreen

Shrub

Umbrella Tree

Schefflera Actinophylla

FullUSDA 10–11
Unique Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Unique') — It thrives in well-drained

Shrub

Unique Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Unique'

FullUSDA 6–9
Upright Snowberry (Symphoricarpos Albus Var. Laevigatus) — It reaches an approximate size of 3-6 ft in height and spread, preferring partial to full sun

Shrub

Upright Snowberry

Symphoricarpos Albus Var. Laevigatus

FullUSDA 4–10
Upright Yew (Taxus X Media) — and prefers partial to full sun; reaching 10-20 feet in height and 4-6 feet in width

Conifer

Upright Yew

Taxus X Media

FullUSDA 4–7
Valley Cushion Mugo Pine (Pinus Mugo 'Valley Cushion') — The Pinus mugo 'Valley Cushion' is a dwarf conifer, compact with a rounded form

Conifer

Valley Cushion Mugo Pine

Pinus Mugo 'Valley Cushion'

FullUSDA 2–11
Valley Valentine Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Valley Valentine') — ensuring a commanding presence without overwhelming the space.<br><br>This specimen

Broadleaf Evergreen

Valley Valentine Japanese Pieris

Pieris Japonica 'Valley Valentine'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea (Hydrangea Paniculata 'Vanilla Strawberry') — It flourishes in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil

Shrub

Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea

Hydrangea Paniculata 'Vanilla Strawberry'

FullUSDA 4–9
Variegated Bird-Catcher Tree (Pisonia Umbellifera 'Variegata') — is a striking foliage plant prized for its mottled green and creamy white leaves

Shrub

Variegated Bird-Catcher Tree

Pisonia Umbellifera 'Variegata'

HalfUSDA 9–10
Variegated Black Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Aureomarginata') — It is relatively adaptable to various soil types

Shrub

Variegated Black Elder

Sambucus Nigra 'Aureomarginata'

FullUSDA 5–8
Variegated Common Rhododendron (Rhododendron Ponticum 'Variegatum') — is admired for its striking foliage featuring green leaves edged with creamy white margins

Broadleaf Evergreen

Variegated Common Rhododendron

Rhododendron Ponticum 'Variegatum'

HalfUSDA 7–9
Variegated English Boxwood (Buxus Sempervirens 'Variegata') — is a striking evergreen shrub featuring creamy-white margins on glossy

Broadleaf Evergreen

Variegated English Boxwood

Buxus Sempervirens 'Variegata'

FullUSDA 5–8

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