The word “shrub” is considered more of a horticultural than a botanical term. Many people also use the terms “shrub” and “bush” interchangeably. Shrubs are defined as woody plants that have multiple stems and branch from their base. Shrubs are on average considered less than 15 feet high. Given this definition, there are many trees that can be grown as shrubs and vice versa depending on management practices, climate, and other factors.

Shrubs can be divided between evergreen and deciduous. Many shrubs have striking flowers and some of them make excellent hedges. Other shrubs serve well as topiary or windbreaks.

Because of their size, shrubs can make a beautiful center piece or backdrop to show off smaller flowers. Popular flowering shrubs include Crape Myrtles, Hydrangea, Butterfly Bush, Red Bud, Dog Wood, Lilac, Forsythia, Hibiscus, Japanese Maples, and Rose of Sharon. Excellent evergreen shrubs include Hemlocks, Yews, Cedars, Arborvitae, and Junipers.

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