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Planting one of the best shrubs for the front of the house in your front yard will imbue the entrance to your home with character and personality, creating structure, a refuge for wildlife and a frame for your front porch. 

Introducing greenery and foliage to your front yard ideas will increase the curb appeal, while adding flowering shrubs will bring with them beauty and fragrance in equal measure. When planted in the right location, the right shrubs for the front of the house can also be used to provide privacy, block unsightly views and reduce noise pollution – so working them into your front yard landscaping ideas is a must.

‘When choosing a shrub for your front yard – pay more attention to your local hardiness zone than anything else. Your hardiness zone determines which shrubs will survive and thrive in your front yard,’ says Elle Meager, founder and CEO of Outdoor Happens .

Shrubs for the front of the house

There are species of shrubs for the front of the house to suit almost any type of home and garden. From towering specimens that are great for achieving your garden privacy ideas, to the prettiest floral varieties and the best low growing shrubs for the front of the house to incorporate into your small front garden ideas, adding one of these shrubs will help you to create a warm welcome to your home. 

The best shrubs for the front of the house are also great companions for the best trees for front yards, as together they will add height, color and texture to the front of your home. Landscaping with evergreens is also the most environmentally friendly option.

1. Best floral shrub for the front of the house

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Shrub roses make for stunning front yard cottage garden ideas. Unlike other types of roses, shrub roses have a bushy appearance making them a great addition to front yard flower bed ideas as well as to rose gardens. 

According to experts at David Austen : 'Shrub roses look best when planted in groups of three or more of the same variety. They will then grow together to form one dense shrub, which will provide a more continuous display and make a more definite statement in the border.'

If growing shrub roses, then it is important that you know how to prune roses. 'For bush and shrub roses prune down to half their height in spring and remove all dead wood,' advises Period Living garden expert Leigh Clapp. 'Don’t, however, prune English shrub roses too hard over the first couple of years, until they have established, to help the stems mature and support the blooms.'

2. Best low growing shrub for the front of the house

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If you only have a small front yard, then looking for low growing shrubs for the front of the house will be a better option. Despite only having a small footprint, lavender makes a big impression. Lavender are great low growing shrubs for the front of the house and has a signature fragrance that offers a warm welcome as you approach your front door.  

'Though it can only grow about one foot in height, its 2 inch wide blossoms are loved by butterflies and bees,' says gardening expert Lindsey Hyland of Urban Organic Yield . This makes them a great choice if you are trying to incorporate more wildlife garden ideas into your front yard.

A staple of front yard walkway ideas, 'lavender is a popular choice for foundation plantings and when established, they are drought tolerant plants, but they are best placed in full sun,' continues Lindsey. Planting drought tolerant shrubs in the front of the house will help to keep your front yard even during the driest summers.

3. Best shrub for the front of the house for a show-stopping display

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Part of the rhododendron family, azaleas are beautiful flowering shrubs that are favored for their long-lasting blooms. Popular plants for flower bed ideas, azaleas are great shrubs for the front of the house as their large size makes a bold impression. 'The azalea features long, leathery, egg-shaped leaves as well as showy white, magenta pink flowers with ruffled petals. This outstanding flower can become the focal point of every garden,' says Victoria Kuchinskaya, a plant physiologist for the NatureID app .

If deciding to grow azalea shrubs for the front of the house, it is also important that you know how to prune azaleas to enjoy the best from them.

4. Best evergreen shrubs for the front of the house

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Evergreen shrubs are one of the best shrubs for the front of the house as they offer year-round character and interest to your front garden ideas.

'Winter Gem Boxwood shrub is a common type of low-growing shrub that is perfect for growing at the front of your house,' says Shannon Bernadin, botanist and creator of The African Garden . 'It is a dense and bushy shrub that is evergreen and super easy to maintain. It will provide greenery to the front of your house all year round. '

Plus, boxwood shrubs are one of the best low growing shrubs for the front of the house.

5. Best winter interest shrubs for the front of the house

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Holly shrubs can be grown as either a small tree or a shrub and is a great addition to the front of the house. Characterized by dark green, sharp leaves, they are great evergreen trees for gardens and can also be grown into a hedge to provide garden privacy.

Holly comes into its own in the winter, with its bright red berries adding vibrancy to your garden during the bleakest winter months. As well as providing aesthetic interest, the berries are also great for feeding birds in winter.

'Another tremendous benefit of holly shrubs is that they come in many cultivars. Whether you live in North Carolina or frosty New England – you can find a holly shrub that will acclimate to your area,' says Elle Meager. 'However, one word of warning: holly shrub cultivars vary substantially in their size. Some maintain a height of only a few feet, while others skyrocket to over 30 feet.’

6. Best colorful shrub for the front of the house

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Hydrangeas are unusual in the fact that their color is defined by the soil pH. 'An acid soil ( pH below 7) will usually produce flower color closer to blue, whereas an alkaline soil (pH above 7) will produce pinker flowers,' explains Victoria Kuchinskaya. Hydrangeas can be grown either in the ground or in a pot, making them a great choice for small front garden ideas.

Most hydrangeas are deciduous shrubs, however there are some evergreen varieties that can make for great shrubs for the front of the house. 'Hydrangeas are a versatile choice with an array of options on offer to match your color scheme and work beautifully in more formal front gardens. They prefer sun in the morning with some shade in the afternoon,' says garden expert Leigh Clapp.

7. Best floral shrub for the front of the house

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Part of the verbena family, Lantana camara is a fast-growing shrub that is native to Central and South America. Characterized by its colorful flowers in carnival shades, its pretty blooms catch the eye and produce a sweet tutti frutti scent. Typically growing around 2m tall, it creates a bold statement that will make it a welcome addition to the front of the house. 

Furthermore, they're a great addition to other wildlife garden ideas. 'All butterflies and bees go mad for this, and it's incredibly easy to grow in a pot or border,' says plantswoman Sarah Raven .

8. Best flowering winter shrub for the front of the house

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Camellias have seen a rise in popularity in recent years, quickly becoming favorite shrubs for the front of the house. Loved for their flamboyant flowers, they are one of the first flowers, offering a cheery display through the darker months of the year. 

'Camellias have been hybridized to create more durable flowers and longer bloom times and the pink 'Winter's Star' is lovely in late fall and early winter. Camellia 'Winter's Snowman" blooms earlier in white, usually in October or November where we are in Washington,' says Robert Bell, principal at Bell Design .

As such, camellias are one of the best winter plants for pots and borders, and would make a stunning container display on the front porch. If growing these beautiful shrubs, it is vital to know how to prune camellias to get the best out of these pretty plants.

9. The best wildife shrubs for the front of the house bush (Buddleja davidii)

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If you are looking for shrubs for the front of the house that will help you to incorporate wildlife garden ideas into your plot, then buddleja is a must.

'Perfect for adding to front yard cottage garden ideas, buddleja can be grown as an ornamental plant pretty much anywhere,' says Victoria Kuchinskaya. 'Furthermore, it is fast-growing and not in the least fastidious. Unfortunately, however, Buddleja davidii is considered to be an invasive species in some U.S. regions so be careful before you add it into your garden.'

10. Best shrub for the front of the house for privacy

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You can't help but fall in love with the cheery yellow color of forsythia's flowers. They are characterful shrubs for the front of the house that will brighten even the greyest spring day. 

'They offer speedy growth, beautiful blossoms in the spring. Because they grow so fast and offer thick foliage, they make unrivaled screeners – especially if you want a privacy hedge in front of your home quickly,' says Elle Meager. In fact forsythia are one of the best fast-growing hedges for both privacy and interest.

'You'll need to prune your forsythia regularly because they grow seemingly overnight! Expect them to grow well over 12 inches per year. Some may reach a height of up to 10 feet – and some even slightly taller. However, there are smaller cultivars that are great for incorporating into your small front garden ideas,' continues Elle.

Which small shrubs for the front of the house look good year-round?

Evergreen small shrubs look good all year round. Since they don't lose their leaves they continually add life to the front of your house. Holly, camellias and boxwoods are all good options that bring year round interest to the front of your house.

What shrubs look good in front of the house?

Lavender, shrub roses, forsythia and hydrangeas are all shrubs that look good in front of the house. 'I always recommend a variety of shrubs, plants, and flowers for the front of your home – especially if you intend on building a privacy screen or supporting wildlife,' says Elle Meager.

Having graduated with a first class degree in English Literature four years ago, Holly started her career as a features writer and sub-editor at Period Living magazine, Homes & Gardens' sister title. Working on Period Living brought with it insight into the complexities of owning and caring for period homes, from interior decorating through to choosing the right windows and the challenges of extending. This has led to a passion for traditional interiors, particularly the country-look. Writing for the Homes & Gardens website as a content editor, alongside regular features for Period Living and Country Homes & Interiors magazines, has enabled her to broaden her writing to incorporate her interests in gardening, wildlife and nature.  

Low Maintenance Shrubs Perfect for the Front of the House

When you’re planning landscaping for the front of the house, you might be looking for slow-growing shrubs or low maintenance shrubs. These are beneficial for several reasons including less pruning, not overcrowding the space, and keeping the front of your house neat while boosting curb appeal.

Some of the favorite low-maintenance shrubs include Boxwood, Dwarf Gardenia, Rosemary, and Rhododendron. You can add in a variety of sizes to add some extra curb appeal as well as flowering, evergreen, and deciduous shrubs for the front of your house.

The key is you don’t want plants that grow out of control or need constant pruning. No one wants to spend every waking moment trimming invasive plants or cutting back trees. You also want to be mindful of the root systems and be sure you’re using plants that won’t disrupt your foundation or sidewalks.

And as always – check your planting zones to know what’s best for your climate.

Things to Consider For Landscaping At the Front of Your House:

How much sunlight does the area get per day? Make a point to watch the sun one day at each section and see how many hours of direct sunlight it gets and whether it’s in the morning or evening.

Some shrubs prefer morning sun, some will scorch (like Hydrangeas) if they get too much direct sun.

Root systems are extremely important when choosing any plants that will be near your house, driveway, sidewalks, and septic systems. No plant is worth the thousands of dollars of potential damage that some can cause. A prime example is the Willow Tree – this one doesn’t get along well with foundations and septic systems.

Are you looking for privacy, low maintenance, color, blooms, scents, or a combination of all of these. A great option for privacy is the Loropetalum – it is fast-growing and can block views if you want it to. Blooms with amazing scents include Gardenias.

Low maintenance shrubs are perfect for boosting your curb appeal. It’s the first impression of your house that people see. If you choose plants that need constant pruning or care, it’s possible it will become a chore you might neglect.

Low Maintenance Shrubs that are Perfect for the Front of Your House

Boxwood

Boxwood shrubs are tough and dependable year-round shrub that is most known for its uniform green leaves. Boxwoods also offer small white flowers that bloom in the spring.

Rhododendron

Rhododendrons are shrubs that have dramatic, multi-colored flowers that appear on top of irregular foliage. There are hundreds of species of rhododendrons that can be used as nice and sturdy backdrops for many types of flowers and foliage plants.

Rosemary

Rosemary is not only an herb, but it is an evergreen plant that adds interesting foliage to your shrubs in the front of the house. It’s easy to grow and can take the heat as well.

Loropetalum

Loropetalum is a fast-growing evergreen shrubs that southern landscapers love to use. They have dark purple foliage most of the year but bloom with wispy pink flowers in the spring. Because they grow so fast, they make an excellent choice if it’s the privacy you’re looking for.

Juniper

Junipers are rugged and dependable shrubs that are easy to grow. There are different species of Junipers for every type of climate. They produce berries from fall into winter. Look for the low growing varieties such as Wilton or Nana for the front of a house.

Lilac

Lilacs are taller, scented shrubs that have good cut flowers. Lilacs are best used when they are their own showy shrubs or as a background shrub.

Camellia

Azalea

Azaleas are shrubs with vibrant colors to light up shady or dark spots. They produce many different bell or star-shaped flower colors ranging from white, pink, red, purple, lavender, and orange.

Hosta

Hostas are perfect low lying plants for the front landscaping areas of your house. They come in a variety of striking green shades from chartreuse to dark green. You can layer in Hostas in front of taller plants for increased variety.

Sunshine Ligustrum

Ligustrum is a stunning bright yellow/green shrub that is perfect as a foundation plant. Pair it with plants with darker foliage for a striking contrast.

Gardenia

One of my absolute favorite plants with a heavenly smell is a Gardenia. There are a few varieties you can choose from – some grow tall and some are dwarf versions that stay low to the ground. Either way, you’ll have amazing scents when they bloom!

Fire Power Nandina

Fire Power Nandina is a great choice for landscaping the front of your house. It is a low growing shrub and has beautiful red leaves in the fall and winter.

Cryptomeria (Globosa Nana) or Dwarf Japanese Cedar

I’ve seen these called both ways, but either way you say it, it’s an incredibly low maintenance shrub. It has bright green foliage and is evergreen.

There are so many choices for foundation plants or low-maintenance shrubs that are perfect for planting in the front of your house.

Try pairing a few with different color foliage or blooms as well as choosing varying heights. For example, 2 Gardenias on the side of a walkway, Azaleas lining the front, and a bed of Ligustrum mixed with Firepower Nandina. That combo would be a striking look.

Make sure to give each plant plenty of room to grow when first planting. Pay attention to your spacing and planting guides and you should have a beautifully landscaped area for years to come.

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Ornamental shrubs play a significant role in the landscape design of the garden. Sometimes they form "skeletal landings", which become the central axis of the composition. In some cases, they are used as a bright accent against the backdrop of garden plantings. They are used to create hedges or cut out of them geometric shapes. Today it is already impossible to imagine the modern design of gardens and parks without the whole variety of decorative deciduous and flowering shrubs.

Shrubs are the link between trees and herbaceous plants

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A variety of assortment: what to choose for decorating a personal plot?

Varieties and varieties of shrubs that are used in landscape design - a great variety. Gardening stores offer a wide range of such goods. In order for the purchase to be successful and please for many years, you must first decide on its purpose.

Shrubs can decorate different areas in the garden

Shrubs in landscaping can perform several different functions:

  1. Plot decoration. This is the main purpose of plantations. They have been used for many years to decorate courtyards of private houses, parks, and areas near city buildings.
  2. Arrangement of a recreation area. A great option for creating a comfortable and cool gazebo is to plant the perimeter with evergreen thujas or junipers. Then such plantings will bring health benefits. After all, cypress trees are famous for their antiseptic and antibacterial properties.
  3. Tree replacement. Trees take up a lot of space. They have a spreading crown and deep roots. They create shading and do not allow other "green inhabitants" of the plot to develop normally. Shrubs do not have such negative qualities. Low-growing and medium-sized species allow you to create beautiful landscape compositions without harming the rest of the flora on the site.
  4. Fencing. Often ornamental shrubs play the role of hedges. They do an excellent job of demarcating land boundaries. They are cut and often given geometric or fantasy shapes.
  5. Connecting link in planning. In multi-component landscaping schemes, shrubs can connect garden elements together. They are often planted between trees. At the same time, they help to form an organic garden composition.
  6. Bright accent. There are many decorative flowering varieties that, with their lush inflorescences, will enliven the monotonous construction of the garden landscape.

Shrubs look good at forks and bends in garden paths

But, of course, the main purpose of shrubs in landscape design is the decoration of the garden.

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What should be considered when choosing ornamental shrubs?

When buying ornamental shrubs, it is important to remember that each of them has its own characteristics. Care for each of the varieties is different - there are capricious and unpretentious cultures. So, if you decide to give your garden artistic content, then you need to consider the following nuances.

Function . First of all, you need to decide what ornamental trees or bushes are bought for. Some varieties are selected for zoning the site, and others for decorating a pergola or gazebo.

Shrubs planted on the border of the site will protect from drafts and prying eyes

Compatibility with other crops . If there are already trees on the site, then it is more advisable to use medium-sized shrubs. They harmoniously fit into the overall picture.

Dimensions . When deciding on a choice, do not forget to ask how large the plant grows in height and width. The height of some varieties can surpass even trees. There are also antipodes to giants - dwarf and medium-sized varieties. They are labeled "nana". It is better to plant them in groups so that they do not get lost in the space of the land.

Compact varieties with unusual foliage, such as Thunberg barberry 9, are suitable for a small garden0003

Direction of growth . When choosing a variety, it must be borne in mind that, depending on the direction of growth, ornamental shrubs are divided into three large groups:

Kalina will delight you with red berries in autumn, which will remain in the winter if they are not collected for jam

In landscape design, varieties with different growth directions are used to play with the space of a personal plot and create real artistic masterpieces.

Rose bushes are a great way to break up the monotony of a grassy lawn

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Trees and shrubs in garden landscaping

Shrubs can be planted in separate islands. But groups that use diverse bushes and trees look much more interesting. Mini-groups look especially impressive.

Mixed garden composition of coniferous and deciduous shrubs

What makes them special:

  1. Compact. A small amount of space is involved. No more than 2-4 types of crops are used.
  2. Vertical structure of the garden. Such plantings form a vertical around which further construction of the composition is carried out.
  3. Background for other plant ensembles. Mini plantings will be an excellent backdrop for other plantings and compositions.

Any garden composition should look good from different points of the plot

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Compositions of trees and shrubs in the garden

Such a complex in the language of landscape designers sounds like "skeletal landings". They are called so because they create the "backbone" of the garden, on which the rest of the "vegetative content" is built up. "Skeleton plantings" serve as a durable "canvas" for perennials and annuals. And if single plants are a catchy accent in the composition, then ensembles set the style and form the structure of the arboretum.

Plants of different shapes and sizes should be present in each group

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How to arrange trees and shrubs in the garden?

Selecting and arranging plants in complex plantings is not so easy as it seems at first glance. To do this, you need to take into account several factors:

Spectacular company - shrubs with various foliage colors and flowering plants

Rules for drawing up landscape compositions in which trees and shrubs participate:

  1. Choose species that differ in growth form. Trees blend well with squat shrubs. A successful tandem is an ornamental cherry with one of the representatives of cypress or rhododendrons.
  2. Create contrast with colors. Against the background of the dark green foliage that wraps the trees, you need to make a few strokes of a bright or variegated color. Varieties of bushes with speckled, pockmarked, spotted or striped leaves will help in this.
  3. Combine a dense and “openwork” crown in a duet. So massive and dense spruce branches will be wonderfully combined with small-leaved trees.
  4. Arrange trees and bushes in rows. It is impossible to plant all landing elements in one line. It is advisable to arrange them in several rows. It is important to bear in mind that the first row should not overlap the crown of the next by more than 30%.

Be sure to plant conifers that will not make the garden look dull in winter

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Trees and shrubs in garden design - the best "candidates" for landscape compositions

Hydrangea and rhododendron are ideal options for creating complex plantings in the garden. In landscape design, such a combination is considered classic and most successful. Firstly, both have two indisputable advantages - a dense crown of leaves and lush inflorescences. Secondly, they bloom, replacing each other and providing beautiful flower caps for almost the entire warm season. They can be supplemented in the foreground with other "neighbors": kerria, weigela, spirea, action. Then planting from spring to autumn will delight with a riot of colors and incredible beauty.

Hydrangea blooms in large dense inflorescences spherical or cone-shaped

Azalea and rhododendrons in front of the main entrance of a private house

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The original arrangement of trees and shrubs in the garden

The garden will become much more original if you choose an unusual design style for it. You can try to create a landscape design in a regular style.

Geometrically correct forms - the main difference between a garden in a regular style

Its main features:

Regular style likes order in everything, paths should be straight and flower beds symmetrical

If you don't like the severity of forms, then there is another unusual option - a landscape garden. Straight lines and clear geometry are alien to him. It imitates the nature of the wild corners of the forest.

Landscape style is simple and natural, just like in the wild

Features:

Dark green juniper needles set off light barberry foliage

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Popular ornamental foliage shrubs and topiary art

Nature has endowed some shrubs with foliage of incredible beauty. They are valued among gardeners no less than flowering varieties. Their foliage is striking in a variety of shapes and colors. At a great price for landscape designers are such decorative and deciduous varieties as:

Japanese maple with an unusual crown of red shade will make the garden extraordinarily picturesque during the entire warm period

In addition, many specimens from this group are used to form hedges. Privet, European euonymus, caragana, white derain, Tatar honeysuckle, silver sucker - all of them are also great for zoning the site.

Privet is excellent for hedges

All varieties suitable for hedges are excellent material for topiary or topiary cutting. To create garden figurines from the crown, coniferous species are also used - juniper, western thuja. From them you can cut intricate spirals, triangles, balls. Or create silhouettes of birds and animals. But for this you need a special frame, which is overgrown with branches. Then the desired figure is cut along the contour of the frame.

Vesicle bushes easily tolerate shearing

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Flowering shrubs in your garden: photo, varieties, application

Flowering varieties are a double bonus for the grower. They not only delight with their decorative foliage, but also fascinate with caps of inflorescences.

The ideal place for planting rhododendrons is partial shade under large, old trees

Most popular flowering species:

  1. Rhododendron. It is considered the most beautiful, but also the most demanding and difficult to care for. But if you learn the rules of care, then it will become the central decoration of the garden. Inflorescences can be of different shades - from white and pink to purple and purple.
  2. Hydrangea. In gardening, the tree-like hydrangea is most valued - not too picky in care, but very beautiful during flowering. Shades of spherical inflorescences are very different. From white and beige to lilac and blue. Moreover, the color often depends on the composition of the soil.
  3. Spirea. Unpretentious, hardy, generously decorated with flowing flowering branches. There are varieties that bloom in spring or summer. The color of the inflorescences is from snow-white to bright pink.
  4. Jasmine. It can impress not only with snow-white flowers, but also with a pleasant aroma. If you choose the right variety depending on the climate of the region, then there should not be any special problems during cultivation.

Jasmine is quite undemanding to the planting site and will grow both in the sun and in shade

The following “garden dwellers” can be counted among the no less luxurious blooming assortment:

Forsythia bushes planted along a metal fence

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How to properly plant and care for plants?

When landing, it is important to follow a few rules:

  1. It is advisable to plant the seedling in autumn.
  2. Bush hole - spacious, the roots should not be crowded when planting.
  3. The bottom of the pit is slightly loosened, some compost is added and a long-acting fertilizer is applied.
  4. In the center of the pit there is a peg to which the seedling is tied after planting.
  5. The roots of the layering must be straightened and laid out along the bottom of the hole.
  6. The soil must be carefully trampled down during planting.
  7. A round groove is made around the seedling so that water does not spread.
  8. After planting, the bush is watered abundantly.

When planting, it is important to take into account the subsequent growth of the shrub and its adult dimensions, so that later the plant does not have to be transplanted to another place

Further care depends on the variety. But there are a few general recommendations: the soil around the branches should be periodically loosened and watered. Shoots are pruned from time to time, and old branches are removed. Faded inflorescences are cut off so that the bush does not lose its decorative effect.

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The best shrubs blooming all summer winter-hardy for the site.

To create comfort in the backyard of a private house, it is necessary not only to create beautiful flower beds, but also to plant ornamental shrubs. With their help, many problems are solved. From dividing the space of the garden into zones and filling the site with flowering plants to enclosing it with a green living fence.

Beautiful flowering shrubs

Using flowering shrubs is more interesting. Some of them have an amazing aroma and literally transform the garden. They can be used in mixed plantings, mixborders, along fences to create compositions that bloom all summer from different plants that replace each other in terms of flowering.

This list of flowering shrubs can include the following plants:

Evergreen Shrubs

With regular and proper pruning, evergreen shrubs easily turn into a hedge or an unusual living sculpture that will become the center of a recreation area. To do this, it is enough to skillfully cut them. List of evergreen ornamental shrubs that can be planted in the garden:

Calmia
boxwood
Yew

Garden Shade Shrubs

They are often used to create a smooth transition from grass cover to canopy. Shade-loving shrubs are also needed to create a beautiful design for fences and the shady side of a private house. The most common shade-tolerant shrubs are listed below.

Cotoneaster

Rhododendrons

Garden jasmine (shrub)

Privet Oval Aureum

Thunberg barberry

Fast growing shrubs

Gardeners choose them when a hedge needs to be grown in a short time. Often such plantings are made combined from different types of shrubs. In this case, you should carefully consider the issue of the future size of an adult plant and its relationship to a haircut.

The most popular fast growing shrubs are:

vesicle
climbing rose
Honeysuckle

Low-growing and frost-resistant garden shrubs

The former are characterized by the fact that they do not grow above one meter. They are usually planted on the borders. They decorate flower beds. List of low-growing ornamental shrubs for the garden:

Japonica
Heather

Goof silver
Elder
Hawthorn

Mixborder of conifers and shrubs scheme

The word "mix" leads us to mixing. The second part of the word - border - sends to the borders. It turns out that in such a landing there are no boundaries. But this is not true. It just seems so. In fact, everything here must be carefully thought out and planned.

Plants in a mixborder are supposed to have dense groups that smoothly flow into one another. Moreover, it must contain elements that will remain visible in the cold season. They are shrubs and conifers. They are also called the skeleton of the composition.

Any mixborder must be divided into three parts. They will not be the same in size and shape. In the background are planted tall plants with interesting leaves. The second row is filled with flowers that are characterized by straight and tall stems. They are covered with medium height with a small number of leaves. And stunted and ground cover plants come to the fore. Plantings of annual flowers are usually placed in front of them.

Here is one example of a perennial mixborder placed along a wall or fence. Its background is decorated with plants: lafanthus, purple echinacea, chatma and clematis. The middle is filled with shrubby cinquefoil, yarrow, fennel polygon, vervain bonar, boxwood, decorative wormwood and onions.

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