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Shrubs

Shrubs for structure, screening, and seasonal interest.

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Shrubs in the database

Winter Jasmine (Jasminum Nudiflorum) — Its ease of maintenance and vigorous growth mean it can be pruned to desired shape and size after flowering; winter

Shrub

Winter Jasmine

Jasminum Nudiflorum

FullUSDA 8–9
Winter's Star Camellia (Camellia Japonica 'Winter's Star') — reaching heights of 6-8 ft with a spread of 4-6 ft

Shrub

Winter's Star Camellia

Camellia Japonica 'Winter's Star'

HalfUSDA 6–11
Winter Sun Mahonia (Mahonia 'Winter Sun') — holly-like foliage and bright yellow

Shrub

Winter Sun Mahonia

Mahonia 'Winter Sun'

FullUSDA 7–9
Winterthur Viburnum (Viburnum Nudum 'Winterthur') — it's ideal for mixed borders and naturalized areas

Shrub

Winterthur Viburnum

Viburnum Nudum 'Winterthur'

FullUSDA 2–8
Wire Netting Bush (Corokia Cotoneaster) — can withstand coastal conditions

Shrub

Wire Netting Bush

Corokia Cotoneaster

FullUSDA 7–11
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — shrub for full or half; where its seasonal changes can be fully appreciated by the discerning gardener

Shrub

Witch-Alder

Fothergilla Major

FullUSDA 4–8
Witch Hazel (Hamamelis X Intermedia) — is a deciduous shrub featuring fragrant; boasting clusters of ribbon-like flowers in shades ranging from pale yellow to

Shrub

Witch Hazel

Hamamelis X Intermedia

FullUSDA 5–9
Woadwaxen (Genista Lydia) — though well-drained soil is preferable

Ground cover

Woadwaxen

Genista Lydia

FullUSDA 7–9
Wood Spurge (Euphorbia Robbiae) — plants should be situated approximately 1 foot apart to allow for their spreading habit; green landscape even in shaded areas

Shrub

Wood Spurge

Euphorbia Robbiae

FullUSDA 6–10
Woods Rose (Rosa Woodsii) — which typically feature 5 to 9 leaflets with serrated margins; roughly 0.25 to 0.5 inches in diameter, image 67

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Woods Rose

Rosa Woodsii

FullUSDA 3–11
Woolly Blue Curls (Trichostema Lanatum) — or combine with other California natives for a cohesively resilient and beautiful garden aesthetic

Shrub

Woolly Blue Curls

Trichostema Lanatum

FullUSDA 8–8
Woolly Butterfly Bush (Buddleia Marrubiifolia) — is a resilient shrub reaching up to 5 feet with a spread of 6 feet

Shrub

Woolly Butterfly Bush

Buddleia Marrubiifolia

FullUSDA 11–11
Woolly Grevillea (Grevillea Lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha') — adding to the ecological value of the garden.<br><br>Preferring full sun to partial shade

Shrub

Woolly Grevillea

Grevillea Lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha'

FullUSDA 10–11
Woollyleaf Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Tomentosa) — Suited for USDA zones 8-10

Shrub

Woollyleaf Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Tomentosa

FullUSDA 7–11
Worcester Gold Blue Mist (Caryopteris 'Worcester Gold') — also known as the Worcester Gold Blue Mist

Perennial

Worcester Gold Blue Mist

Caryopteris 'Worcester Gold'

FullUSDA 5–9
Wright Buckwheat (Eriogonum Wrightii) — is a versatile and striking native perennial that offers an alluring presence in any landscape design; in the summer

Ground cover

Wright Buckwheat

Eriogonum Wrightii

FullUSDA 6–10
Wyn's Wonder Australian Fuchsia (Correa 'Wyn's Wonder') — The Correa 'Wyn's Wonder', or Wyn' Wonder Australian Fuchsia, is a striking evergreen shrub

Ground cover

Wyn's Wonder Australian Fuchsia

Correa 'Wyn's Wonder'

FullUSDA 9–10
Yaku Princess Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess') — It thrives in partial shade and well-draining, acidic soil

Shrub

Yaku Princess Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Yaku Princess'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — Ilex vomitoria is particularly well-suited for coastal landscapes; glossy leaves and red berries on female plants

Shrub

Yaupon

Ilex Vomitoria

FullUSDA 7–9
Yeddo Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis Umbellata) — enhancing the ecological value of the landscape.<br><br>As the season progresses

Shrub

Yeddo Hawthorn

Rhaphiolepis Umbellata

FullUSDA 9–11
Yellow Anise Tree (Illicium Anisatum) — It typically reaches 10-15 feet in height and spreads 6-10 feet

Shrub

Yellow Anise Tree

Illicium Anisatum

Deep ShadeUSDA 7–9
Yellow Anise Tree (Illicium Parviflorum) — Its aromatic leaves resemble small, slender lemons in both color and scent

Broadleaf Evergreen

Yellow Anise Tree

Illicium Parviflorum

Deep ShadeUSDA 7–10
Yellow Bells (Tecoma Stans) — sunny splash of color and a haven for wildlife; the Yellow Bells (Tecoma stans) is a vibrant perennial shrub reaching, image 72

Shrub

Yellow Bells

Tecoma Stans

FullUSDA 9–10
Yellow Bird Magnolia (Magnolia 'Yellow Bird') — the Magnolia 'Yellow Bird' is adaptable to a range of soil types

Shrub

Yellow Bird Magnolia

Magnolia 'Yellow Bird'

FullUSDA 5–9

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