Shrubs for small gardens
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Shrubs for small gardens are compact, dwarf or columnar varieties, taking up little space and suited to limited areas. They can be used as specimen plants, in borders, low hedges, near a patio or at the entrance to the house. It is essential to know their ultimate size before making a choice. This selection brings together shrubs that are ornamental for their flowering, foliage or habit.
Hydrangea paniculata 'Bobo' offers abundant summer flowering on a low, compact plant. Physocarpus opulifolius 'Little Devil' displays beautiful purple foliage without exceeding 1m in height and 1.20m in spread. In mild climates, Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball' forms a regular ball, decorative even in winter, interesting for edging or near a patio. Cotinus coggygria 'Lilla' with its changing foliage has all the qualities of the larger smoke trees in a reduced size.
When every square metre counts, the same varieties can be used to create a low hedge or fill the centre of a border. Border shrubs are perfect for the edges of a patio; low hedges define boundaries without blocking the view; small evergreen shrubs are interesting all year round, especially near the house.
Our feature "7 shrubs for a city garden" provides useful guidance for choosing plants suited to walled gardens, courtyards and small spaces.
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