Shrubs

The Lime Light hydrangea is a paniculata hydrangea. It blooms on new wood, that is, stems produced in the current year. The plant can be pruned any time, except in the spring before it blooms....

The fantastic world of azaleas, which is part of the rhododendron family, won't be a mystery for long. Even the beginner can get the hang of these easy-care, flowering shrubs. They grow from the...

Shrubs are generally defined as plants with multiple woody stems that are lower in height than trees. There is no central trunk. Shrubs tend to have extensive root networks, focusing more...

Azaleas are woody, flowering shrubs that come in both evergreen and deciduous (drop their leaves in the fall) varieties. Popular as foundation plants and for their amazing variety of colorful,...

Cedar hedges can turn a dull backyard into a formal, private space that is green all year round. Hedges are often used to create a perimeter around a yard or garden and lower the temperature of...

Mimosa hostilis is a member of the pod fruit family of plants. It was formerly known as Mimosa tenuiflora; its common name is jurema. Because it has hallucinogenic properties, and its sale is not...

Weigela, a deciduous shrub, is related to the honeysuckle plant. Weigela has bell-shaped flowers and oval dark green leaves. The colors of the flowers range from dark pink to whitish-pink. Weigela...

Shrub roses are a common type of rose plant in many yards that can be trimmed back to alter the size of the shrub. Trimming shrub roses can be a little more difficult than other types of hedges...

The oakleaf hydrangea is a shrub that can grow 10 feet tall and 8 feet wide. Its distinctive foliage resembles giant oak leaves. Depending on the variety, the flower clusters can be up to 12...

Because of its blossoms and fragrance, the mock orange plant is a favorite among many home landscaping enthusiasts. Mock orange is a hardy, resilient shrub that can easily be transplanted from a...

Flowering shrubs fall into two categories: spring-flowering and summer-flowering. It is important to bare in mind which of these two categories your flowering shrub follows into before you begin...

The peegee hydrangea, also known as H. paniculata grandiflora, is a large flowering shrub that grows to heights of 15 to 25 feet. It produces flowers that are 6 to 8 inches long, which start out...

The gardenia, also known as cape jasmine, is an evergreen shrub that originates from southern Asia. Growing up to eight feet tall, gardenias feature glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white...

Even the beginner can easily learn how to care for rhododendrons, flowering shrubs that includes azaleas. More than a thousand species are known to grow from the foothills of the Himalayas, to...

The hydrangea is a popular choice of flower for its variety of color and numerous uses. The shrub, which does well in zones 3 to 9, can be used for landscaping or in vases and bouquets. If you're...

Croton, or Codiaeum variegatum, is a shrubby plant grown for its foliage and native to the tropics. It is from the plant family of Euphorbiaceae, or Spurge family.

Weigela Wine & Roses is easy to grow and maintain in your garden. It provides an interesting color contrast of hot pink, trumpet-shaped blooms and dark burgundy leaves. With minimal care, this...

Wormwood--also known as absinthe, mugwort and artemisia absinthium--is from the Aster/Daisy family of plants. It's a medicinally used plant with hallucinogenic qualities.

Healthy and established azaleas may not need fertilizer. But if your azalea's leaves are no longer dark green, check your soil to make sure that the pH is not too high. Azaleas grow best with a...

Choosing the correct location and properly planting the Japanese plum yew is critical to the establishment of this carefree plant. Once established, it is drought and shade tolerant.

Gardenias are flowering shrubs with large, pale flowers and an intoxicating fragrance. With proper care, they can be grown both indoors and outdoors, though they are more likely to thrive outside...

Azaleas are popular perennial shrubs that produce masses of striking blooms in the spring. Azaleas are generally hardy and undemanding as long as attention is paid to their basic growing...

The glossy abelia of the family capriofoliaceae is an evergreen shrub related to honeysuckles that is popular in gardens and landscapes due to its hearty nature, lack of pests and long-lasting blooms.

Gardenia is a popular garden shrub with very fragrant white or yellow flowers and dark green, shiny leaves. Gardenias need a warm climate, USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10, to grow outdoors. They...

Sedum is a type of ground cover that produces rose-shaped growths in shades of green, yellow and pink. Related to cacti, sedum are succulent plants, meaning that they retain water in their...

There are two types of bamboo: clumping and running. The method to transplant either one is the same. Bamboo plants require that you have a garden bed prepared in advance and plenty of water on...

Baccharis sarothroides, more commonly known as desert broom or broom baccharis, is a shrub-like, flowering plant. Desert broom plants prefer to grow in dry, gravelly soil and are thus most...

The boxwood shrub is one of the most common types of shrubs used to create hedges or topiary sculptures. The plants are relatively low maintenance, grow rapidly and can handle numerous prunings...

Citrus such as Satsuma and lemon trees are heavy feeders. In order to produce a generous harvest they require ample amounts of nutrients released in a steady stream throughout their active season....

Sage plants are grown for culinary purposes (their strong odor and taste), as well as for medicinal purposes. A hardy perennial, sage can be grown on a sunny windowsill in a pot year round. Sage...

The passion berry plant, or Solanum cleistogamum, is a type of wild herb native to Australia. The edible fruit of the passion berry plant is a local favorite in many parts of the New South Wales...

Outdoor plants like shrubs and bushes can grow very quickly during spring and summer months. If your shrubs or other woody plants are in places where new growth may hamper the development of...

Unlike other members of this plant species, Hibiscus acetosella isn't grown for its tropical flowers. The deep red-purple leaves of this perennial shrub are used as a contrast to other colors in...

When properly selected and planted, flowering shrubs can provide years of beauty with little maintenance. Choose plants that will thrive in your part of Missouri and plant them in locations that...

If you live in zone 5, you are probably very familiar with with sweetly scented harbingers of summer--the glossy leaved lilac. With a distinctive, heady scent and lovely nodding cones of white,...

Rhododendrons are a genus of plant related to heather and other ornamental shrubs. The leaves of the rhododendron are usually very distinctive, making them easy to distinguish from other shrubs.

The abutilon plant is well known for its maple like leaves and colorful bell-shaped flowers. Abutilons are highly versatile plants that can be successfully grown both indoors and outdoors.

The Nikko Blue hydrangea is a popular garden workhorse. Its rich leaves and lush, mophead blooms are stunning as a focal point plant or as part of a large border. Pruning is helpful to...

The Coastal, Pacific or Western Rhododendron is the official state flower of Washington. Also called by its scientific name, Rhododendron macrophyllum, the shrub receives its common name because...

Gardeners have used the boxwood ornamental shrub for centuries. The boxwood psyllid is a pest found on the boxwood that creates a displeasing aesthetic by causing cupping of leaves and affecting...

Tough old rhododendrons can present a challenge for gardeners, mostly because of the hardened cells in the vascular bundles that become plugged and lose their ability to function normally. To...

Evergreen plants have foliage that remains green during the entire year. They can brighten up the home or garden all year long and are a traditional winter holiday staple. Occasionally they can...

Hydrangea macrophylla are commonly known as "mopheads" and "lacecaps" for their large, showy blossoms in the summer. Depending on the type of soil in your garden, hydrangea blossoms may appear in...

The mock orange is a large flowering shrub, so named for its orange-like scent and its flowers' apparent similarity to those on citrus trees. However, the mock orange is not closely related to the...

Shrimp plants are small shrubs with blooms that strongly resemble shrimp, the ocean crustacean. These perennial shrubs come in a variety of colors, most commonly yellow, green and red bracts over...

Gardenias are flowering, evergreen bushes that grow best in southern locations since they are sensitive to cold. Gardenias are known for their strong aroma and large white flowers.

Japanese holly (Ilex crenata) is a popular shrub used in hedges, foundation plantings and ornamental mass plantings. It grows so densely that older hedges in Japan can be walked upon without...

Gardenias are flowering shrubs that have become popular landscaping plants. They can grow up to 15 feet tall with dark green, glossy leaves. Gardenias produce pale yellow, mottled purple and...

Snowball bush refers to several plants in the Viburnum genus that bloom in snowball-like clusters of flowers. The bush is a deciduous woody shrub with leaves that are shaped like maple leaves. It...

Gardeners grow gardenias both indoors and out to enjoy the lovely white blossoms and the delightful scent of this plant. Because of the beauty and fragrance of these blossoms, gardeners often want...