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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Warty Barberry (Berberis Verruculosa) — Berberis verruculosa, or Warty Barberry, is an evergreen shrub reaching up to 3 feet in height and spread

Shrub

Warty Barberry

Berberis Verruculosa

FullUSDA 5–7
Waxleaf Privet (Ligustrum Japonicum 'Texanum') — Ligustrum Japonicum 'Texanum,' is an evergreen shrub standing 8-10 feet tall with a spread of 4-6 feet

Shrub

Waxleaf Privet

Ligustrum Japonicum 'Texanum'

FullUSDA 7–10
Wax Myrtle (Morella Cerifera) — given its moderate growth rate and dense

Shrub

Wax Myrtle

Morella Cerifera

FullUSDA 7–10
Weber's Blue Tequila Agave (Agave Tequilana) — this drought-tolerant specimen is ideal for creating a focal point in xeriscaped landscapes

Shrub

Weber's Blue Tequila Agave

Agave Tequilana

FullUSDA 9–11
Wedding Cake Tree (Cornus Controversa 'Variegata') — creamy-white flowers that create a soft contrast against the variegated foliage

Shrub

Wedding Cake Tree

Cornus Controversa 'Variegata'

FullUSDA 5–8
Weeping Eastern White Pine (Pinus Strobus 'Pendula') — Regular watering is essential

Conifer

Weeping Eastern White Pine

Pinus Strobus 'Pendula'

FullUSDA 3–8
Weeping Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pendula') — withstanding temperatures as low as -40°F

Conifer

Weeping Norway Spruce

Picea Abies 'Pendula'

FullUSDA 1–6
Weeping Purple Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Rohan Weeping') — preferring well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade

Shrub

Weeping Purple Beech

Fagus Sylvatica 'Rohan Weeping'

FullUSDA 4–7
Weeping Sequoia (Sequoiadendron Gig. 'Pendulum') — Growing up to 25 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide, it's an excellent choice for small spaces

Conifer

Weeping Sequoia

Sequoiadendron Gig. 'Pendulum'

FullUSDA 6–9
Weeping Tea Tree (Leptospermum 'Dark Shadows') — which emerge in abundance and provide a striking contrast against the foliage

Shrub

Weeping Tea Tree

Leptospermum 'Dark Shadows'

FullUSDA 10–10
Weigela (Weigela Florida) — attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden

Shrub

Weigela

Weigela Florida

FullUSDA 5–9
Weigela Varieties (Weigela Species) — Pruning promotes health and flowering; suitable in borders, as specimens, or for mass planting

Shrub

Weigela Varieties

Weigela Species

FullUSDA 5–9
Western Azalea (Rhododendron Occidentale) — scientifically named Rhododendron occidentale

Shrub

Western Azalea

Rhododendron Occidentale

HalfUSDA 5–8
Western Burning Bush (Euonymus Occidentalis) — scientifically referred to as Euonymus occidentalis

Shrub

Western Burning Bush

Euonymus Occidentalis

HalfUSDA 3–11
Western Labrador Tea (Rhododendron Columbianum) — although in some instances it may reach up to 8 feet

Shrub

Western Labrador Tea

Rhododendron Columbianum

HalfUSDA 9–10
Western Mountain Ash (Sorbus Sitchensis) — Foliage is pinnate, turning fiery red in autumn; it thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 7 and appreciates full

Shrub

Western Mountain Ash

Sorbus Sitchensis

FullUSDA 5–9
Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Heart-shaped leaves emerge after flowers, transitioning to green and then yellow in fall

Shrub

Western Redbud

Cercis Occidentalis

FullUSDA 5–10
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — thriving in USDA zones 4-9

Shrub

Western Thimbleberry

Rubus Parviflorus

FullUSDA 3–10
Westringia Wynyabbie Gem (Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem') — Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem' is a versatile shrub, typically reaching 4-6 ft in height and width

Shrub

Westringia Wynyabbie Gem

Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem'

FullUSDA 9–10
Wheeler Canyon Ceanothus (Ceanothus 'Wheeler Canyon') — Its glossy, dark green leaves complement profuse, fragrant blue flowers in spring

Shrub

Wheeler Canyon Ceanothus

Ceanothus 'Wheeler Canyon'

FullUSDA 7–10
White Autumn Sage (Salvia Greggii 'Alba') — Drought-resistant, it prefers well-drained soils and full sun

Shrub

White Autumn Sage

Salvia Greggii 'Alba'

FullUSDA 7–10
White Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'White') — offers a captivating addition to any landscape; although it can tolerate full sun in cooler climates

Shrub

White Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macrophylla 'White'

HalfUSDA 5–9
White Breath Of Heaven, (Coleonema Album) — Blooms in late winter to spring

Shrub

White Breath Of Heaven,

Coleonema Album

FullUSDA 8–10
White Cape Plumbago (Plumbago Auriculata 'Alba') — Ideal for mixed borders or as a foundation planting with moderate growth rate

Shrub

White Cape Plumbago

Plumbago Auriculata 'Alba'

FullUSDA 9–10

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