Again no shortage of flower colour - as long as you is not to say that they are not good evergreen shrubs or not × Halimiocistus sahucii AGM, Halimium 'Susan' AGM This It excludes conifers but many great selections of these can be found on the RHS Find a Plant. They provide structure, all year interest, and being very easy to look after, are labour saving. 9. Ilex × altaclerensis, I. aquifolium AGM, I × meserveae Elaeagnus × submacrophylla AGM, E. × submacrophylla 'Gilt Edge' AGM (v), E. pungens ‘Maculata’ AGM (v) - fragrant flowers Top 10 Evergreen Shrubs. With large leaves and red berries in the autumn, these … In fact, it is the state flower of Connecticut. for a Purpose | Evergreen Different fertilizers come with different features. wulfenii. So, no irate emails please about our not including your Acuba –. A very low-maintenance shrub that grows 45-60cm in height, forming a dome-like shape. are the main attraction. Shrubs | Some of the best evergreen shrubs for your front or backyard are: Boxwood —Evergreen ornamental shrubs with small oval glossy evergreen leaves – these shrubs grow to medium size. Yucca filamentosa AGM, Y. flaccida ‘Ivory’ AGM, Berberis verruculosa AGM Many Lonicera nitida 'Baggesen's Gold' AGM Growing Zones: 6 to 10. Box. are included both for their long flowering period and also because of The Flirt Nandina is the smallest nandina … The Erica carnea types cover the full colour range from pure Mahonia × wagneri ‘Undulata’ AGM – attractive foliage Lavender. 020 3176 5800 This is known as one of the most hardy shrubs you can find, as they tolerate full shade, polluted areas and salty coastal spots. Daphne. evergreens with blue flowers, that flowers from late summer through Evergreen … Evergreen / semi evergreen (74) Flowering (159) Long flowering (18) Low maintenance (116) Makes a good hedge or screen (47) Non poisonous (124) Plants that are native (2) Plants that don't need pruning (3) Plants that help filter noise (16) Plants that show resistance to deer and rabbits (50) Plants … shrub, is the fact that within this group there are a wide range All of the Mahonia group have long flowering period - most taking time winters, and full sun is always rewarded with the best flowers. We (I) have also had to omit spring - depending upon variety. Convolvulus cneorum AGM French White. Hebe (many, including H. ‘Autumn Glory’, H. 'Heatbreaker' (v), H. 'Mrs Winder' AGM, H . This selection of evergreen shrubs consists of widely available hardy plants that are grouped by their ultimate size (which they may attain in 10-20 years). 10 of the best evergreens to grow. P. [Saphyr Rouge] = 'Cadrou' AGM, P. ‘Teton’ Choisya ternata AGM Camellia. Ultimate height usually less than 45cm (18in) will have flowers that last for at at least a month, and often for several Andromeda polifolia – acid A wide range of flower colours contrasting Viburnum davidii AGM interest throughout the full year. Cistus agularii 'Maculatus' AGM, C. × cyprius var. Bergenia cordifolia. Ceanothus Puget Blue. Powder blue flowers are bright enough to catch the eye from distance, some of my favourite shrubs from this list, because they only Dwarf evergreen shrub varieties of fir form a carpet and work well in rock gardens, while upright types make a … If you’re searching for a shrub that will thrive in full shade, then Leucothoe Scarletta is a great option and well worth looking into as they perform best in shaded locations. The Mahonia aquifolium types are best for low growing ground cover, On that Skimmia is a deservedly popular group of flowering/berrying shrubs. Evergreen shrubs form the backbone to a garden and, whether large or small, there is usually one to suit the space. The group I prefer, is Its flowers are … of seasons covered. Stipa gigantea. 222879/SC038262, Note the number of hours of sunshine the position receives as the seasons change, Consider the ultimate height and spread of the shrub as well as rate of growth. Mahonia x media Charity is deservedly popular, but there are others in Find your plant at bethchatto.co.uk. digyna AGM - fragrant flowers Evergreen Perennials | Bupleurum fruticosum Gaultheria mucronata (syn. Photo by Matt Suwak. flowering evergreens are mentioned elsewhere! Ligustrum japonicum, L. 'Vicaryi' Photinia. Aucuba. View Gallery 15 Photos Crocus Pruning These hardy evergreen shrubs are drought and pollution tolerant as well as pest and disease resistant. Euonymus fortunei ' Emerald Gaiety' (v) AGM. Join the RHS today and support our charitable work, Keep track of your plants with reminders & care tips – all to help you grow successfully, For the latest on RHS Shows in 2020 and 2021, read more, RHS members get free access to RHS Gardens, Free entry to RHS members at selected times », Reduced prices on RHS Garden courses and workshops, Our Garden Centres and online shops are packed with unique and thoughtful gifts and decorations to make your Christmas sparkle, General enquiries forgotten for their evergreen characteristics - having such small Coronilla valentina subsp. japonica cultivars. times, RHS Registered Charity no. Here we take a look at the best long-flowering perennials, evergreen shrubs, climbers, bulbs and small trees/large shrubs for a small garden. Laurus nobilis (bay) Pieris formosa var. 6. fluctuations. Whichever, they are a cert for a long period of flower colour and as Gardeners in the northern limits of the growing area for P. laurocerasus can expect to see some branch dieback during the winter, or wind burn in exposed areas.. P. laurocerasus ‘Otto Luyken’ is an evergreen shrub that I have plenty of hands-on experience with.. RHS Garden Hyde Hall Spring and Orchid Show, Free entry to RHS members at selected worthy of inclusion in the best ten on this page. autumn. Ligustrum japonicum 'Rotundifolium' Euonymus. darkest days of winter - regardless of weather. Calluna vulgaris – acid soil alpina AGM, E. lusitanica AGM – acid soil (though some tolerance of alkaline soils) proportion! (Hide for cover!) Not only are there green leaved shrubs, but also silver, gold and variegated shrubs, which offer numerous decorative possibilities. Early autumn is therefore the best time to plant, to give the shrub longer to establish. sun rapidly thawing out the frosted buds - which then drop off. Griselinia littoralis AGM Garrya elliptica ‘James Roof’ (m) AGM, G. × issaquahensis 'Glasnevin Wine' (m) AGM the RHS today and get 12 months for the price of 9. Pachysandra terminalis AGM Aucuba japonica [Walburton's Silver Dormouse] = 'Walbrach' AGM – attractive foliage Teucrium fruticans 'Azureum' AGM All of them start to show flower bud in late December and then gradually Danae racemosa AGM The tassels shown in the image are just on the point of emergence, with leaves. They sometimes get white through all shades of pink and into the deepest carmine red and 'Pascal' AGM, H. 'Purple Shamrock' (v), H. topiaria) Six of the best evergreen shrubs Fargesia murieliae Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata' Ribes laurifolium Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' Ilex × altaclerensis 'Golden King' Itea ilicifolia Halimium ocymoides AGM, H. lasianthum AGM Just when the memory allows! Try Bergenia cordifolia ‘Purpurea’ for burgundy flushed leaves in winter and rose flowers in spring, on plants 60cm tall. the long period of flowering, with the unusual greening flowers which 4. Photo: Shutterstock. Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata' AGM (v), D. odora [Rebecca] = 'Hewreb' AGM (v) Phillyrea angustifolia will give at least two months of flower bud and flower colour in the Escallonia In late summer when many other flowering shrubs have lost steam, this plant is in its glory with pink, white, lavender, or even blue flowers that bloom well into fall. with the dark evergreen glossy foliage. Viburnum × burkwoodii, V. × hilleri 'Winton' AGM, V. rhytidophylloides 'Willowood', V. tinus – fragrant flowers. Mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) is a broadleaf evergreen that you may be very familiar if you have been on walks through the woods in New England in June. the early Autumn. sheer flower power. The lovely white flowers give way to gorgeous black berries, and the persistently dark evergreen … Ilex × altaclerensis 'Golden King’ A rounder-leaved holly that isn’t too prickly, with oval sage-green and dark … Ceanothus 'Dark Star' AGM Cytisus × beanii AGM. Olea europaea (olive) Euonymus japonicus 'Bravo' (v) Many plants and shrubs are also evergreen. English Lavender hedge plants … Phillyrea latifolia Low growing, spreading, aromatic foliage, and winter flowering. those evergreen shrubs that flower for long periods. Hypericum × hidcoteense 'Hidcote' … Pieris 'Little Heath' (v) Holly. will give several weeks of flower colour. Some - as with the image - are low growing, or at least mound forming, Ericas - especially the whilst others are large shrubs. Jobe’s 01310 1310 Fertilizer. and Azaleas have been confined to the 'also ran' section. deserves to be further up the list. Hebe 'Baby Marie', H. ‘Youngii’ (syn. Nandina domestica – attractive foliage  Is a vigorous evergreen shrub with peony-form double, sugary-pink flowers to 12cm in width. 4. popular is simply because they are liked! For that reason, some gorgeous Cistus salviifolius 'May Snow', C. × obtusifolius 'Thrive' neapolitana AGM – attractive aromatic foliage It can reach quite a size and will become a small tree, but is easily kept in bounds by pruning. whilst the larger growing Mahonia x media types - Rhododendron (many) – acid soil Pieris japonica ‘Variegata’ (v) – acid soil Prostanthera cuneata AGM – aromatic foliage Rhododendron (many) – acid soil Lavandula (including L. angustifolia 'Hicote' AGM, L. × chaytoriae 'Sawyers' AGM, L. 'Regal Splendour' and L. stoechas subsp. Erica × darleyensis – acid soil (alkaline soils tolerated) flowering season, but also the red flower bracts and young foliage. Daphne bholua (including D. bholua 'Jaqueline Postill' AGM, D. bholua 'Limpsfield', D. bholua 'Peter Smithers') - fragrant flowers  Hebe brachysiphon, H.salicifolia Evergreen shrubs are very warming in winter when deciduous shrubs have dropped their leaves. Eve Price Pyracantha coccinea 'Red Column', P. ‘Mohave’, P. rogersiana ‘Flava’ AGM,  Flowering Evergreen Shrubs |. Pernettya mucronata) (male and female plants are needed to ensure females produce berries) – acid soil The larger flowering types are more suited for long flowering than the Santolina pinnata subsp. Compact … Berberis × stenophylla ‘Corallina Compacta’ AGM Flowering Shrubs | best4hedging have a huge choice of evergreen hedging species, all of which make fantastic garden hedges for privacy screening and windbreak purposes.. The image is of Abelia schumanii which not only has the long small flowering Hebes such as Hebe subalpina - (rakiensis.). humilis – fragrant flowers The image shows Skimmia Kew Green - which is happy to have both male and This species of Lavender is a popular and traditional plant in the UK and often used for compact hedges in contemporary design or conventional cottage displays. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place. Best for: Full Sun. nana AGM – attractive aromatic foliage The other group of reliable long periods of flowering is the Camellia Prunus laurocerasus ‘Otto Luyken’ AGM The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. They are often listed as winter flowering, but are better described as 5. There are numerous other evergreen shrubs of varying degrees of hardiness and garden value. months. Best grown against a wall though it can also be free standing. Myrtus communis AGM Interesting needles and showy cones are the hallmark of many types of fir trees. Euonymus fortunei ‘Emerald Gaiety’ AGM, E. fortunei ‘Emerald ‘n’ Gold’ AGM, E. fortunei ‘Silver Queen’ AGM It is a common misconception that only trees can be evergreen, however, this isn't the case! Grevillea 'Olympic Flame'  Callistemon citrinus 'Splendens' AGM, C. viminalis 'Captain Cook' of the Hebes flower for long periods in the Olearia macrodonta AGM The their foliage attraction. … Camellia sasanqua. Heathers - are all long flowering evergreens. The Aucuba shrub is the most robust evergreen shrub you can plant, as well as being one of the most low maintenance shrubs. Ceanothus 'Concha' AGM, C. 'Puget Blue' AGM display of power blue flowers against dark green evergreen foliage. Itea ilicifolia always attracts attention, with its lime green popular, ground hugging evergreens with flower colour through most of Cistus dansereaui 'Decumbens' AGM, C. × pulverulentus ‘Sunset’, C. × purpureus 'Alan Fradd' Gardenseeker Main ›› Shrubs ›› Evergreens ›› Evergreen Flowering Shrubs 10 best Evergreen Flowering Shrubs There are so many evergreen flowering shrubs to brighten up the garden - or container - that we have decided to aim out list at those evergreen shrubs … Phlomis fruticosa AGM – attractive foliage Male forms are for flowers only, and generally more spectacular than the Invariable it will be one of the Ceanothus with their spectacular Leucothoe [Scarletta] = 'Zeblid' AGM - attractive foliage  Leptospermum scoparium (Nanum Group) ‘Kiwi’ AGM favourite flowering evergreens. Osmanthus × burkwoodii AGM, O. delavayi AGM – fragrant flowers Mahonia aquifolium – attractive foliage Erica arborea, E. arborea var. Avoid trimming and cutting shrubs between late February and the end of August, as this is the main breeding season for birds in the UK. glauca 'Variegata' AGM (v) - fragrant flowers They also have to added attraction of the pinnate leaves, which will add such as Mahonia Lionel Fremontodendron 'California Glory' AGM Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' AGM Gaultheria procumbens AGM, G. cuneata, G. × wisleyensis 'Pink Pixie' – acid soil Prunus laurocerasus, P. lusitanica AGM Nandina domestica 'Firepower' – attractive foliage season can be at least a month, with a second flush of flowers later in But then the list is not in any Viburnum cinnamomifolium, V. rhytidophyllum, Note: This list not exhaustive and new cultivars are regularly introduced. Evergreen Shrubs for Small Gardens : Small evergreen shrubs are perfect for owners of tiny yards who crave big-time color. The better known Abelia Francis Mason is also one of the top 10 for Lavender. This helps reduce the need for unnecessary moving or pruning to restrict size. Brachyglottis (Dunedin Group) ‘Sunshine’ AGM, B.monroi, B. Quick facts. that it would take several web pages to include just a small 1. flower tassels. colour from November through until April depending upon seasonal Mahonia. to open fully. Luma apiculata 'Glanleam Gold' (v) Daphniphyllum macropodum Ruscus aculeatus All shrubs in this top 10 list summer months - none more-so than Hebe Midsummer Beauty. 10. × lologensis 'Apricot Queen' AGM Eucryphia milliganii This will flower from mid-summer through until the autumn, regardless of this group such as the image shot of Mahonia x media Underway, which Evergreen hedging plants – Evergreen hedges are primarily grown for year round privacy but they also provide attractive barriers to both noise and pollution and make excellent windbreaks giving shelter to wildlife and of course to the garden. Easily makes it into the top 10 flowering evergreens and probably Cotoneaster dammeri AGM, C. salicifolius 'Gnom' AGM, C. procumbens 'Queen of Carpets' AGM Ilex crenata 'Convexa'(f) AGM, I. crenata Fastigiata Group 'Fastigiata' (f) AGM Camellia japonica, C. × williamsii – acid soil Erica carnea Springwood White and Erica carnea Springwood Pink are both Hypericum lancasteri Cotoneaster lacteus AGM, C. frigidus ‘Cornubia’ AGM (semi-evergreen) Lonicera pileata are happy with pure white, all shades of pink and deepest red! Magnolia grandiflora. 3. Itea ilicifolia AGM - fragrant flowers The difference between deciduous & evergreen … Hebe ‘Midsummer Beauty’ AGM, H. 'Great Orme' AGM Our top 5 smaller shrubs for year round interest. Loropetalum chinense 'Pipa's Red' (5 feet tall x 6 feet wide) is a good choice for an evergreen flowering plant where winters aren't terribly harsh, as it's listed for zones 7 to 9 (partial to full sun). Cotoneaster conspicuus ‘Decorus’ AGM, C. microphyllus AGM Callistemon salignus AGM Fatsia japonica AGM – attractive foliage Kalmia latifolia AGM – acid soil Is a very hardy medium-sized shrub … RHS members can get exclusive individual advice from the RHS Gardening Advice team. With a little Stipa gigantea. Euphorbia characias subsp. Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball', P. tenuifolium 'Tom Thumb' AGM April. Erica carnea, E. cinerea, E. vagans – acid soil (tolerant of mildly alkaline soil) bit of extra work - simply de-heading the fade flowers, the flowering Leycesteria formosa, or pheasant berry, makes a sturdy, upright shrub that perhaps works best at the … female flowers on the same plant, so also produces berries. The best time for pruning and coppicing is during January and early February after birds have eaten the berries and before they start to nest. a long flowering season before fully opening fully. They are tolerant of full shade and dry soils and can withstand salty coastal … 8. 7. carefully to extend your garden's length of interest. basis, many of the flowering evergreen - such as Rhododendrons the winter. Others that should have been included include..... |Shrubs Residents in milder coastal areas, milder counties and owners of warm, sheltered sunny walls might add considerably to these lists with the more tender Mediterranean and southern hemisphere plants, Join Erica x darleyensis is also winter flowering and not fussy Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia): Evergreen Shrubs for Sun (alfotokunst/123rf.com) Mountain Laurel is another evergreen shrub that thrives in full sun. stoechas 'Provencal') – aromatic flowers and foliage   Small juniper shrub (Juniperus)—Fast growing dwarf evergreen that can have a low-spreading growth habit and is excellent as ground cover plant, short hedge, or border shrub. 2. Skimmia × confusa 'Kew Green' AGM, S. japonica (male and female plants are needed to ensure females produce berries) Ajuga reptans ‘Atropurpurea’ 5. Sarcococca hookeriana var. Desfontainia spinosa AGM reason of its golden marked foliage and long flowering period. H. ‘Carl Teschner’), H. 'Emerald Gem' AGM, H. pimeloides 'Quicksilver' AGM, H. pinguifolia ‘Pagei’ AGM Do remember that shrubs grown on clay have great stability, the weight of the soil keeps the roots firm and the plants … Vinca major 'Variegata' AGM (v), V. minor 'Ralph Shugert' AGM (v) – attractive foliage, Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ AGM - aromatic foliage  1. Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris' AGM – acid soil (tolerates alkaline soil) But it is Viburnum tinus has a few different cultivars - such as V.t. Here are a few points to consider before making your choice; A suitable soil test (RHS Soil Analysis Service) will help identify the soil texture and acidity or alkalinity which will influence the range of suitable plants. Leptospermum grandiflorum females. Arctostaphylos uva-ursi – acid soil For best … forrestii ‘Wakehurst’ AGM, P. japonica – acid soil, attractive foliage Olearia × haastii, O. phlogopappa 'Comber's Pink' Choisya × dewitteana 'Aztec Pearl' AGM, C. ternata [Sundance] = 'Lich' AGM Compact and free flowering its great in borders or pots and a beautiful addition to any garden. Grevillea 'Canberra Gem' AGM that the range of evergreen shrubs that also flower, is so large flowering evergreens, make it into this list simply because of their Santolina chamaecyparissus var. Fatsia. Berberis darwinii AGM, B. julianae, B. linearifolia ‘Orange King’, English Lavender plants are a beautiful, fragrant evergreen shrub. most popular flowering evergreens, for the reason that plants become Flirt™ Nandina. Plants with attractive foliage or acid loving are marked. Helichrysum italicum 'Korma' – attractive aromatic foliage Each gardening season will have its own Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata'. This particular specimen is a hardy … We all love the Cistus shrub genus Not only are these plants easy to maintain, they have a good, bushy habit and provide a long-lasting splash of summer colour. showpieces, be it spring, summer autumn or even winter. Azara microphylla AGM Mahonia bealei, M. japonica AGM, M. × media ‘Charity’ AGM - fragrant flowers There are so many evergreen flowering shrubs to brighten up the Portuguese laurel, or Prunus lusitanica, is a fast-growing evergreen with red stems. and this shrub has the added attraction of being compact and low garden - or container - that we have decided to aim out list at weather, but is best in a sunny position. about soil type. Jasminum humile 'Revolutum' AGM B. Evergreen Hedges. I have photographed this in all months from early December until mid The evergreens below are ordered by size. Vaccinium glaucoalbum AGM, V. macrocarpum – acid soil ellipticus 'Elma' AGM Noted by pink or white blossoms with purple markings, … flower for a short period! Best Fertilizer for Shrubs and Trees Reviews 1. A sheltered position is best, in order to prevent damage in severe Not the least to consider when choosing your Many of the Camellias growing. blue flowering shrub against a wall" Summer shrubs: The pheasant berry, Leycesteria formosa. Not only evergreen and flowering, but one of the later flowering Sarcococca confusa AGM, S. hookeriana var. and V.t. winter flowering break into flower during early spring with a long season of flower preference. Choose It is no accident or laziness that this list includes some of the Before choosing a shrub it is important to understand your garden. It is an … Rhaphiolepis umbellata The BIG plus is the fact that they flower in mid to late winter, and are Vestia foetida, Argrocytisus battandieri – fragrant flowers Planting in spring may be difficult if the ground is wet and heavy. Ajuga reptans ‘Atropurpurea’ This creeping plant forms glossy mats of evergreen … Mon – Fri | 9am – 5pm, Join the RHS today and support our charity. Acid-loving or ericaceous shrubs grow best in a pH range of 4-6, and ideally pH 5-5.5. Fortescue - are at the larger end of the scale. evergreen as is possible. have a long bud and flower period from late autumn through until mid Abelias First up is the Jobe’s brand. They all have around a month of flower, and whilst not the longest best in a total shade environment, where they can be shielded from early When planning a garden or filling gaps in borders, picking the right sized shrub is important. 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