Shrubs

Shrubs are essential elements of mature gardens because they provide the eye with a significant secondary layer. Not quite as tall as trees or as low as border plants, shrubs provide a natural...

The Felco company was created in 1945 by Swiss entrepreneur Felix Flisch. Flisch developed a line of pruning shears and loppers that, as of 2009, are available in 120 countries. Felco loppers can...

The rose of Sharon bush is a deciduous plant that is truly not a rose at all. It has glorious blooms of five petals and attracts hummingbirds and insects to its nectar. The blooms of the rose of...

There is no one scientific name for the rhododendron tree. There are at least 1,000 different species of rhododendron and each of them has its own specific scientific name.

The rhododendron is primarily a Northern Hemisphere plant although there are some species that originate from Southeast Asia and New Guinea and Australia.

The golden shrimp plant is also called the yellow shrimp plant. It is from the family Acanthaceae. A well-cared for shrimp plant can reach heights of up to three feet and can spread out in width...

When you hear the word hydrangea you will most likely picture the big, round flowers for which the plant is famous. Another variety of hydrangea, hydrangea macrophylla, or lacecap, is just as...

The cherry hedge, or Surinam Cherry, is native to Surinam, Guyana and French Guiana. In the United States it is a common hedge with edible fruit grown in central and Southern Florida and the...

Viburnum bushes, also called hobblebushes, are ideal choices for hedges, property borders, and as anchor plants in ornamental plantings. With abundant, gracefully-shaped leaves, colorful fall...

The Kalanchoe plant, also known as Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, is a perennial shrub that is native to Madagascar. They require little care and are excellent flowering pot plants.

Rhododendrons are beautiful, easy-care, long-lived shrubs. But sometimes things are not quite right. According to Harold Greer in Greer's Guidebook to Available Rhododendrons, rhododendrons are...

The hydrangea is a deciduous shrub that blooms in big, round balls of color. Although the shrubs can get rather large, there are some varieties that will do fine in a container. Look for the...

The Rose of Sharon, also known as Hibiscus syriacus, is a deciduous shrub native to East Asia. It's not actually a rose. The flowering is large and attracts hummingbirds.

The vitex agnus-castus is a deciduous shrub that produces fragrant light purple and white flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. When properly pruned and cared for, this...

American Holly (Ilex opaca) is a species of holly found in the United States. The tree's lovely deep red berries and vibrant deep green leaves, make it a classic symbol of Christmas and the...

Hydrangea bushes are a perennial deciduous bush native to North America, South America and central and eastern Asia. They are easy to care for, only requiring a little bit of sun and no regular...

Native to Europe, Viburnum tinus is an evergreen shrub that grows 6 to 12 feet tall. The Variegatum variety's glossy, dark leaves are edged with a creamy-yellow color and grow on pinkish leaf...

There are many reasons to keep your shrubs pruned, chief among them: shrubs are a key part of the landscaping around your home and as such can affect its value. Overgrown shrubs are unsightly. If...

Pieris japonica is a slow-growing evergreen shrub. In the Southeast it will bloom with white, fragrant flowers in early winter. Nicknamed lily-of-the-valley shrub, it is often confused with...

The vitex, also called the chaste tree, lilac chaste tree, monk's pepper, hemp tree, indian spice and sage tree is a fruiting shrub that grows approximately 16 feet tall. Historically the vitex is...

Many kinds of shrubs are native to Tennessee and they are not difficult to identify. Whether you are hiking in the mountains, wandering down a country road or in the middle of one of Tennessee's...

Privet hedges are extremely hardy and can thrive in almost any soil condition or location. However, that doesn't mean privet hedges are immune to disease.

Flowering quince, also known as Japonica (Chaenomeles speciosa), is a shrub growing 10 feet high by10 feet across in zones 4 through 9. The plant bears tough thorns, making it an ideal living...

Hydrangeas are the beautiful backbone of summer flowering shrubs for many gardeners. However, hydrangeas do require a little bit of care and maintenance to reach their true potential. The most...

Each year, hydrangea-lovers look forward to the blooming of the giant, showy, hydrangeas which fill their yards with color. There are several varieties and sizes of blue hydrangeas, some of which...

The butterfly bush is a fast-growing bush with long arching branches and sweet-scented blooms. Called the butterfly bush for its strong appeal to many varieties of butterflies, this easy care...

Buddleia, commonly called butterfly bush, is a perennial with long branches and fragrant blooms. A typical plant has gray-green slender leaves and purple flowers. It is called summer lilac for its...

The oak leaf hydrangea is a shrub with several varieties that grows in the southeastern United States. This hydrangea prefers moist, well-drained earth and full shade, and often grows along stream...

A privet hedge is a perennial, deciduous shrub that can thrive in virtually any soil or location. Privet hedges fill in quickly and form a dense, thick covering.

Shrubs come in many shapes, forms and colors. Regardless of breed, though, shrubs are most often used in landscaping as borders or decorative items. As part of their landscaping, many people...

The buxus plant originated in Korea, Japan and parts of the Mediterranean. An evergreen shrub, the buxus prefers climates where winter temperatures never exceed -10 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit,...

Christina azalea is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is known for its vibrant pink blossoms. It has a medium growth rate and requires only average amounts of water.

The phlox plant is a genus or group of flowering shrubs commonly grown in gardens. The word phlox means "flame" in Greek and describes the vibrant color of the plant's flowers.

Nandina, also known as heavenly bamboo, is an ornamental shrub featuring cane-like stems and clusters of red berries during the fall and winter. Bright green summer foliage turns red, orange or...

Flowering quince is a fruit-producing, deciduous shrub. It's actually not a quince (genus Cydonia), instead belonging to the genus Chaenomeles, which has only four species. It's known for its...

Honeysuckle is a shrub or a vine, depending on the species, that produces berries and nectar. Honeysuckle is a potentially poisonous plant to pets and humans, although wildlife will often eat of...

With blossoms the size of pom-poms, nothing cheers a gardener like hydrangeas. Newer varieties, such as Endless Summer, offer an even longer season of blooming. Endless Summer hydrangeas can be...

Gardenias have long been a garden favorite of self-proclaimed horticulturists, also known as home gardeners. While the dwarf gardenia is a classy little shrub, it does take after its full sized...

The sapphire showers plant, a plant in the Duranta erecta family, is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can grow up to 25 feet tall. Sapphire showers bloom year-round with clumps of small,...

Mexican heather is a compact evergreen shrub with small purple blossoms, reaching no higher than two feet tall. This plant has colorful flowers for most of the year and is a popular wintertime...

The elderberry shrub, also known as Sambucus canadensis, can grow to the height of a tree. It is common to southeast America. The elderberry prefers wet environments with plenty of air...

Shrubs are an integral element in most home gardens and urban landscapes. Many landscape contractors or home gardeners wish to maintain a color theme. Red is one of the most popular landscape...

Rhododendrons can be found in many landscapes. Their low maintenance requirements make them an easy choice for most gardeners. However, a few challenges can arise, such as wilting, when their...

Peony shrubs bloom in late spring to early summer. The peonies used to fall apart after blooming but new types of peonies live long and produce red, pink, white and yellow flowers up to over 10...

Many people incorporate yucca shrubs into their interior decor and their outdoor landscaping. Since yucca plants are evergreens, their leaves remain green year-round, and in early spring, yuccas...

Rather than using unsightly fences as a border , many people choose the natural beauty of shrubs for their privacy and distinctiveness. Picking the right shrubbery to use as a border requires some...

Many types of shrubs produce berries from their flowers that, unless wildlife consumes them, eventually go to seed, ensuring the continuation of the species. You can identify some of these shrubs...

Several different species of juniper trees and shrubs grow throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Almost all juniper species grow berries, when the berries are fully mature they can be used to plant...

If you're planning to grow shrubs, don't despair if your garden or yard is shaded. Dozens of shrubs will grow in areas where shade varies from dappled to full.

Shrubs are a delightful addition to the home garden, adding dimension and new possibilities for color and texture. Shrubs are also functional. Strategically placed, they can hide unsightly...