Spice up your garden with these shrubs!
- Blueberry bushes
- Honeysuckle shrubs
- Boxwood shrubs
- Roses
- Acers (deciduous and conifers)
- Elderberries
- Crepe myrtles
- Rhododendrons
- Pincushion flowers
- Fuchsias
Blueberry bushes
Blueberry bushes are part of the rose family and produce beautiful, aromatic flowers in the spring. These bushes are known for their sweet-tasting fruit which is ready to pick come late summer.
Honeysuckle shrubs
Honeysuckle shrubs are great for those who are looking for an evergreen shrub. They tend to work well in areas that have the potential for cold weather, which makes them a great plant to have in your garden if you live in a climate that has cold winters. These types of plants also tend to grow taller than other types of shrubs and they can reach heights of up to 15 feet.
Boxwood shrubs
Boxwood shrubs are a good choice if you’re looking for something that is easy to maintain and resistant to disease. These shrubs have a natural, thick texture and come in many different colors.
Roses
Roses are not all the same and it’s worth it to spend a little bit of time researching your options. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of the best roses for different planting zones and needs.
- Climbing Roses (for fences or arbors)
- Rugosa Rose
- Hybrid Tea Roses (old-fashioned type)
- Floribunda Roses
- Moss Roses
Acers (deciduous and conifers)
Acer is a genus of trees or shrubs commonly known as maple. There are more than 100 species of maples, making it one of the largest genera of flowering plants. There are three types of maples: deciduous, evergreen, and coniferous. Deciduous maples lose their leaves in the fall season while evergreen varieties retain their foliage throughout the winter. Coniferous varieties produce small flowers in the spring before they grow into leafy trees with needle-like leaves.
Elderberries
Elderberries are a type of shrub that grows in the summer. They have thick branches and leaves that are about 10 inches long and are dark green in color. The flowers bloom during the early summer, which is also when you should harvest it to eat.
Crepe myrtles
Crepe myrtles are a beautiful addition to any garden. They are deciduous, meaning they lose their leaves in the winter, and can grow up to 15 feet tall. They also offer a variety of colors ranging from white to pink and purple.
Crepe myrtles also offer a lot of shade and grow well in either full or partial sun. In fact, this shrub will even thrive on poorer soil types as long as it is watered regularly.
This plant is easy to maintain, but it does have one main issue: its leaves can be toxic if consumed by pets or children. This means it should not be planted near walkways or other areas that may pose a danger for children and pets.
If you’re looking for something diverse with great color options, crepe myrtles are perfect!
Rhododendrons
Rhododendrons are easy to grow and provide a wide variety of flowering shrubs. You can find them in many different colors, including white, purple, pink and red. These shrubs offer vibrant blooms for the entire summer season with new flowers appearing as old ones drop off. Rhododendron flowers are known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.
Pincushion flowers
Pincushion flowers are one of the best shrubs to plant in your garden. They are small, hardy, and come in a variety of colors. These plants also have long-lasting blooms that attract butterflies and bees. The flowers grow on top of a mound of leaves that can be trimmed back to keep your pincushions tidy. Because they do not need much care or water, this is a very low-maintenance shrub. Pincushion flowers are also deer resistant, so you don’t have to worry about them being eaten!
Fuchsias
Fuchsias are a type of flowering plant that comes in a wide range of colors. They are also well known for their unusual shape – they grow upright and have many large leaves at the base. The shrubs sale are very common in the UK. While they used to be fairly hard to find, fuchsias can now be found at most garden centers and nurseries.
