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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — Philadelphus lewisii thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9 and prefers full sun to partial shade, image 38

Shrub

Wild Mock Orange

Philadelphus Lewisii

FullUSDA 4–9
Wild Rose (Rosa Californica 'Plena') — and informal hedge settings; this rose blooms from late spring to fall, image 81

Shrub

Wild Rose

Rosa Californica 'Plena'

FullUSDA 8–11
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — Perhaps most notable are its almost circular; you'll witness a profusion of bell-shaped flowers

Broadleaf Evergreen

Williams Shade Azalea

Rhododendron Williamsianum

HalfUSDA 6–9
Willow Cone Bush (Leucadendron Salignum 'Blush') — The Willow Cone Bush, Leucadendron salignum 'Blush', is a striking evergreen shrub

Shrub

Willow Cone Bush

Leucadendron Salignum 'Blush'

FullUSDA 9–10
Willowleaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Salicifolius) — offering both vertical interest and ample ground coverage

Shrub

Willowleaf Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster Salicifolius

FullUSDA 6–8
Willowleaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Salicifolius 'Scarlet Leader) — The Willowleaf Cotoneaster 'Scarlet Leader' is a robust evergreen ground cover, flourishing

Shrub

Willowleaf Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster Salicifolius 'Scarlet Leader

FullUSDA 6–8
Willow Wattle (Acacia Iteaphylla) — Its fine texture creates a graceful appearance, and it's well-suited for screens or low windbreaks

Shrub

Willow Wattle

Acacia Iteaphylla

FullUSDA 8–10
Willowwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Rhytidophyllum 'Willowwood') — The Willowwood Viburnum (Viburnum x rhytidophyllum 'Willowwood') is a captivating hybrid shrub

Shrub

Willowwood Viburnum

Viburnum X Rhytidophyllum 'Willowwood'

FullUSDA 5–8
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — approximately 1 to 2 inches long

Shrub

Wilson Barberry

Berberis Wilsoniae

FullUSDA 4–10
Wilson's Grevillea (Grevillea Wilsonii) — serving as a soft backdrop for the vibrant flora.<br><br>Spring through early summer

Shrub

Wilson's Grevillea

Grevillea Wilsonii

FullUSDA 9–10
Wine & Roses® Weigela (Weigela florida) — or Weigela florida Wine & Roses®

Shrub

Wine & Roses® Weigela

Weigela florida

FullUSDA 5–9
Winged Euonymus Or Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus) — loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH; shrub for full or half

Shrub

Winged Euonymus Or Burning Bush

Euonymus Alatus

FullUSDA 3–11
Winterberry (Ilex Verticillata) — Notable for its bright red berries that persist into winter, this plant provides food for birds; requiring both, image 81

Shrub

Winterberry

Ilex Verticillata

FullUSDA 3–9
Winterbourn Philodendron (Philodendron X 'Xanadu') — commonly known as Winterbourn Philodendron

Shrub

Winterbourn Philodendron

Philodendron X 'Xanadu'

ShadeUSDA 9–11
Winter Chocolate Heather (Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate') — Offers late-summer blooms, ideal for colorful, low-maintenance ground cover or accent planting

Broadleaf Evergreen

Winter Chocolate Heather

Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate'

FullUSDA 5–8
Wintercreeper (Euonymus Fortunei) — inconspicuous flowers may appear; wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei) is a versatile, evergreen shrub that, image 86

Ground cover

Wintercreeper

Euonymus Fortunei

FullUSDA 5–10
Winter Currant (Ribes Sanguineum 'White Icicle') — The Ribes sanguineum 'White Icicle' is a captivating deciduous shrub commonly known as the Winter Currant

Shrub

Winter Currant

Ribes Sanguineum 'White Icicle'

HalfUSDA 7–10
Winter Daphne (Daphne Odora) — offering a delightful burst of color amidst the dormant season

Shrub

Winter Daphne

Daphne Odora

HalfUSDA 8–10
Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — is a deciduous shrub notable for its vibrant winter stems

Shrub

Winter Flame Dogwood

Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame'

FullUSDA 4–8
Winter Gem Hardy Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens 'Green Mountain') — ideal for forming clipped hedges and topiaries

Shrub

Winter Gem Hardy Boxwood

Buxus sempervirens 'Green Mountain'

FullUSDA 6–10
Wintergreen Barberry (Berberis Julianae) — serve as a food source for birds

Shrub

Wintergreen Barberry

Berberis Julianae

HalfUSDA 5–10
Winter Hazel (Corylopsis Spicata) — plant it against an evergreen backdrop or along the edge of wooded areas; which allows its pendulous

Shrub

Winter Hazel

Corylopsis Spicata

FullUSDA 5–8
Winter Heath (Erica Carnea 'Springwood White') — Winter Heath 'Springwood White' (Erica carnea) is a low-growing

Ground cover

Winter Heath

Erica Carnea 'Springwood White'

FullUSDA 5–7
Winter Heath (Erica Carnea) — ground cover / shrub for full or half; reliable choice for challenging areas, image 57

Ground cover

Winter Heath

Erica Carnea

FullUSDA 5–7

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