Flowering Shrubs

Bring an abundance of flowers to your yard with a single plant

Azaleas

Azaleas are easy to grow in suitable conditions, particularly the American South. Check your USDA zone before choosing any new plant for your yard.

Gardenia

This glossy evergreen produces fragrant white flowers.

Dogwood

Dogwoods are actually trees, but because they are so small, I'm including them with shrubs. They can be pink or white and flower in spring before the the leaves come in.

Hydrangea

Hydrangeas come in different colors based on the acidity of the soil. In acidic soil, they are blue. In alkalyne soil, they are red. In neutral soil, you may find them grow a purple color or in a gradient of hues. Yet stil other hydrangeas are white. These plants really love water, so be prepared for them to stay thirsty all summer.

Camellia

A camellia is an evergreen shrub common in the American South. Check your USDA zone before planting. Camellias are unique in that they usually bloom in cooler months. Some bloom in late fall, and others bloom in early winter. A number of varieties have been bred, and some of have numerous petals, resembling a rose.

Hardy Hibiscus

Tropical hibiscus shrubs are typically purchased in summer. However, the hardy hibiscus, also called Rose of Sharon, will grow year after year. Blooms are often outlined in white. The centers can be pink, or are often purple. NOTE: This is not the same as a rose. Roses are notorious for being persnickety, and hte purpose of this site is to share plants and flowers that are easy to grow.