Shrubs

Gardening Guide

Shrubs

Leatherleaf Mahonia

Mahonia bealei
Evergreen shrub with clusters of holly-like leaves clustered at the top. In late winter or early spring, spikes of fragrant primrose-yellow flowers appear, followed by clusters of showy, blue fruit. An under-utilized, colorful, easy to grow shrub.

5-6' tall x 3-4' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 6 / Hardy to 0ºF

Soft Caress Mahonia

Mahonia eurybracteata ‘Soft Caress’ PP20183
A wonderfully textured evergreen shrub with narrow, green leaves in a tiered pattern. Beginning in fall, clusters of bright yellow flowers stand above the foliage. A nice accent for the shady garden.

2-3' tall x 3-4' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 7 / Hardy to 10ºF

Cream De Mint™ Pittosporum

Pittosporum tobira ‘Shima’
Glossy mint green leaves with creamy-white edges produce a fine accent, lovely low hedge, or colorful plant for borders. Dense, compact evergreen foliage requires little maintenance and does not require pruning to maintain its natural shape.

24-30" tall x 24-30" wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 8 / Hardy to 20ºF

Mojo® Pittosporum

Pittosporum tobira ‘CNI Three’ PP16188
A tough, evergreen shrub, with dense green and creamy-white, variegated foliage and orange blossom scented blooms appearing in spring. Great for hedges and foundation plantings. Little maintenance is needed and maintains its shape without pruning.

3' tall x 3' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 7 / Hardy to 10ºF

Turner’s Variegated Pittosporum

Pittosporum tobira ‘Turner’s Variegated Dwarf’
A low, compact and dense evergreen shrub with bright green leaves that have pale yellow variegation. Tough and durable, requiring little pruning to maintain its form. Heat and drought tolerant.

30" tall x 2-3' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 8 / Hardy to 20ºF

Variegated Pittosporum

Pittosporum tobira ‘Variegata’
Broad, dense, evergreen shrub. Leathery, grayish green leaves edged in white. Clusters of creamy white flowers at branch tips have the fragrance of orange blossoms. Best for screens or mass plantings.

6-8' tall x 6-8' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 8 / Hardy to 20ºF

Wheeler’s Dwarf Pittosporum

Pittosporum tobira ‘Wheeler’s Dwarf’
Dwarf form of Pittosporum that lends itself well to low, border plantings. It has glossy, emerald green, new foliage that matures to a dark green. Good low hedge or around patios and pools.

3-4' tall x 3-4' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 8 / Hardy to 20ºF

Japanese Yew

Podocarpus macrophyllus
Large upright-growing evergreen shrub. Fine texture with long, narrow dark green leaves. Produces unique bluish-purple fruit. Makes an excellent specimen or hedge. Tolerates heat and humidity well.

8-12' tall x 5-6' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 7 / Hardy to 10ºF

Pringle’s Dwarf Japanese Yew

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Pringilii’
New dwarf form with a low-growing, dense habit. It has small, dark green, needle-like foliage. Makes an excellent specimen or low hedge. Tolerates heat and humidity well.

3-5' tall x 6' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 8 / Hardy to 20ºF

Eastern Snowball Viburnum

Viburnum opulus ‘Sterile’
Very popular flowering shrub with masses of white, globe-shaped flowers from spring through midsummer. Nice uniform growing habit. Mix into borders or in groups.

8-10' tall x 8-10' wide

Part shade to shade

Zone 3 / Hardy to -30ºF