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.
Finally, an Indian hawthorn that blooms spring, summer, and fall! La Vida Más® rhaphiolepis was years in development, and it was selected not just for the sweet pink hue of its flowers, but its ability to rebloom and a useful, compact habit that expands the use of this long-time favorite for Southern gardens.
| Dimensions | 2 × 2 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | <i>Rhaphiolepis indica</i> 'SMNRICS' PP#34,144 |
| Zone | 8, 9, 10 |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 1-2' |
| Width/Spread | 3-4' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Soil | Acidic, Average, Moist, Well-drained |
| Uses | Borders, Containers, Edging, Foundations, Hedges, Low Hedges, Mass Planting, Specimen |
| Features | Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Disease resistant, Drought tolerant, Evergreen, Heat tolerant, Reblooming, Salt tolerant, Winter Interest |
| Blooms On | Old and new wood |
| Breeder | Tim Wood |
Prefers well drained, acidic soils. Prune to shape in late winter.
