A few shrubs truly, noticeably benefit from being trimmed. In this article, we’ll talk about plants that you should get around to pruning in the springtime. You’ll be rewarded with a beautiful view for months afterward.
These six shrubs are perfect for tucking into your regular garden or adding into your cut flower space to make it a bit more robust.
We’ve gathered a list of some of our most rugged plants. They’re prepared to brave a range of elements, including a bit of occasional neglect.
A rugged plant with attractive red spring and autumn foliage, its new growth is tipped with red during the summer months, too. The yellow summer flowers support pollinators. One of the few plants to tolerate dry shade, it will have brighter color in part shade or Full Sun.
| Dimensions | 3 × 3 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Diervilla 'G2X885411' PP#28,403, CBR#6302 |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green, Red |
| Height | 3-4' |
| Width/Spread | 3-4' |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Dry, Moist |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Uses | Borders, Containers, Hedges, Specimen |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Cut flower, Drought tolerant, Fall interest, Foliage interest, Native |
Little care is needed, but may be trimmed in spring if necessary.
