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.
Similar to Stonehenge® Taxus, but even skinnier. There’s no pruning, shearing, and little to no spacing needed for this dense, dark green columnar yew. We’ve been watching this plant for over eight years, and it holds its dark color all year long and has never winter burned. It’s useful as a super-skinny, space-saving hedge or as a specimen plant.
| Dimensions | 8 × 6 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Taxus x media 'SMNTHDPF' PP#32,306, CBRAF |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 6-8' |
| Width/Spread | 8-10" |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Moist |
| Uses | Borders, Containers, Low Hedges, Rain Gardens |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Clay soil, Evergreen, Salt tolerant, Winter Interest |
Adaptable to various soil pH levels, but good drainage is imperative. Little required; may be shaped or trimmed in late spring, after the new growth has emerged but before it hardens off.
