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5 Popular Shrubs for Nashville
ATTENTION NASHVILLE: Commercial Owners, Property Managers, Developers, HOA’s
Having trouble deciding which shrubs to add to your Nashville property? Our landscaping experts here at Acer Landscape Services picked five (5) popular shrubs that thrive in Nashville. For more information on commercial landscaping and which shrubs to choose for your Nashville property, please call Acer Landscape Services at 615-350-8030 or send us a message below.
Hydrangea Arborescens aka Annabelle Hydrangeas
The Annabelle Hydrangeas are also called Smooth Hydrangeas. They are deciduous shrubs growing about 3-5 feet tall with a similar spread of 4-6 feet wide. These shrubs are a favorite among landscapers with small clusters of white flowers blooming from May to July with the potential to continue blooming throughout the summer. These fast-growing Hydrangeas are a great choice for both residential or commercial gardens and can be used as background or featured shrubs. For more resources, check out the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Profile.
Juniperus virginiana aka Juniper ‘Grey Owl’
The Juniperus virginiana also called the Juniper ‘Grey Owl’ is an evergreen shrub usually listed as growing 2-3 feet high and 4-6 feet wide. However, landscapers have shown us that the Grey Owl can actually grow as much as 10 feet tall and wide. The nice thing about Juniper shrubs is that they are low maintenance with the best drought resistance of any conifer in the Eastern United States (2). Junipers are also a fan favorite for making holiday decorations such as holiday wreaths or table centerpieces with their evergreen branches. For more resources, check out the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Profile.
Cephalotaxus harringtonia ‘Prostrata’ aka Japanese Plum Yew
The Cephalotaxus harringtonia ‘Prostrata’ also called a Japanese Plum Yew is a darker evergreen shrub that grows 2-3 feet high and 3-4 feet wide. The Plum Yew is a great choice for highly shaded areas that other plants might not grow well in, such as under other tree canopies. It’s also deer resistant and tolerates drought very well. The Japanese Plum Yew is a great smaller, low-hedged shrub that can be planted in smaller gardens, along walkways, rock gardens, or even in containers. For more resources, check out the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Profile or NC Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.
Viburnum × burkwoodii aka Burkwood Viburnum
The Viburnum × burkwoodii aka Burkwood Viburnum is a deciduous shrub growing 8-10 feet tall and 6-7 feet wide. The Burkwood Viburnum is an eye-catching shrub that attracts birds and butterflies and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. This strongly scented shrub is known for its beautiful blooming pinkish-white flowers in Spring. Overall, the Burkwood Viburnum is a popular multi-versatile shrub that can be used as a foundation hedge, screen, or accent plant. For more resources, check out the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Profile or NC Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.
Ilex crenata ‘Soft Touch’ aka Japanese Holly
The Ilex crenata ‘Soft Touch’ also called a Japanese Holly is a broadleaf evergreen shrub growing 2-4 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide. The Japanese Holly has soft textured, glossy leaves with small black fruits blooming in Fall and sometimes lasting through the Winter. The Japanese Holly is a medium maintenance shrub growing best in full sun to partial shade. These are great shrubs for attracting birds and can be used along walkways, borders, or as accents. For more resources, check out the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Profile or Plant Addicts.
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For more information on which shrubs and landscaping to choose for your Nashville property, please call Acer Landscape Services at 615-350-8030 or send us a message below.
