Regional Gardening, Best Shrubs, New England Gardening
Flowering shrubs are important elements in New England gardens. They add depth and character to the garden and provide lovely blooms, attractive berries, showy fall colors, and food for the birds.
Most gardeners plant Forsythia, Potentilla, Lilacs, and Rhododendrons. They overlook a wide range of exciting flowering shrubs with fragrant flowers, ornamental fruits, and colorful foliage in the fall.
Below is the list of shrub species and cultivars that could add sparkles and bring the ‘wow’ factor to your garden.
As you will note, some are top performers and have received prestigious awards.
| Hardiness |
3 - 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 3 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | |
| Spread | |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
Selecting the right shrub can be daunting for New England gardeners. If you are looking for beautiful, low-maintenance and hardy plants that thrive in the New England region, you may want to review the guides below. They will assist you in finding the top performing shrubs that are perfectly suited to your garden.
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| Hardiness |
3 - 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 3 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | |
| Spread | |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
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Becoming a contributing member of Gardenia is easy and can be done in just a few minutes. If you provide us with your name, email address and the payment of a modest $25 annual membership fee, you will become a full member, enabling you to design and save up to 25 of your garden design ideas.
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