In rich soil, the Aster gets very tall. Name: Actaea simplex ‘Pink Spike’ USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8 Size: 4 feet tall and 2 feet wide Conditions: Partial to full shade; moist soil If you’re in search of the Holy Grail of dark-foliage plants, bugbane should never be overlooked. Prune back up to one third every year after blooming for best blooming next year. In full sun it needs more water. If using granular fertilizer, keep it off the foliage and away from stems and trunk. Most Lilies grow to about 4 feet. It is good to keep in mind that unusually cold winters can expose the plants in your garden to northern conditions. Although there are many hardy flowering shrubs for the bloom starved northern gardens, shrubs are part of the structure of a garden or landscape. Evergreen Boxwoods are susceptible to dessication (drying out from winter winds and lack of moisture. Soil pH: 4.5 – 5.5 Growing Zone: 5 – 9. Well behaved caryopteris remains around 4 feet tall. Clematis love full sun and some light shade. If so, the stems might become spiney and have difficulty. Contact us for all of your lawn care questions and concerns. , Liliifolia can spread quickly by seeding or by aggressive runners.They love sun or shade and look best in large groupings. ‘Orchid Lights’ blooms two weeks before other ‘Lights’ azaleas, in early May. Divide about every four years in the spring. Barberry transplants well. Continue to mulch heavily during the first winter. They may need to provide a backdrop, texture, color, or a transition between garden areas. And is is quite disease resistant. Oriental lilies are large overall, have slightly bigger blooms, and usually, blossom later than Asiatics. Boxwood:  (Buxus)  Full sun to part shade Hardy in zones 5-8. The foliage is a yellow green. ‘Winter Gem’ is a dwarf form of the common boxwood, but with a little darker mature foliage (new growth is bright) and better cold hardiness. Boxwood are a pretty maintenance free deciduous evergreen unless you prefer to maintain perfect form by shearing. It grows 6-8 feet and spreads to 12 feet and is covered with white blooms in spring. Asters make beautiful cut flowers. Bushes can grow from 6 to 15 feet tall and dwarf bushes grow up to four feet. Plants range in height from 16 inches to 4 feet, depending on the variety. If pruning is required, do it after the blooms have faded for best blooming next year. Most barberry bear fruits/seeds, which has been causing a problem. White flower clusters appear in early spring, followed by dark fruits that the birds, as well as humans, love (the fruit is sweet and delicious). Hardy in zones 4-7. Azalea, deciduous (Rhododendron canescens). In rich soil, the Aster gets very tall. Cultivars have been developed just for use in the landscape, including the dwarf Minuet laurel, which has more vibrant flowers than those on wild mountain laurels. This azalea grows relatively slowly, reaching about 4 feet high and 5 feet wide. Best Fragrant Perennials – Midwest ‘Pink Spike’ bugbane. Plants in the Double Take™ series produce a profusion of early spring double flowers that resemble camellias. ‘Royal Red’ is probably the most widely grown butterfly bush in zones 5 and warmer. Orientals are fragrant and have a variety of tropical looking blooms. Water thoroughly, but when the ground freezes, allow them to acclimate to winter. Height is 2-3 feet and width about 3 feet. Oriental lilies are large overall, have slightly bigger blooms, and usually, blossom later than Asiatics. Leaves will be aromatic and the stems will hold up the beautiful flowers. The leaves are stunning up close, from a distance ‘Gold Ring’ appears red-burgundy. . ‘Rosy Glow’ (Berberis thunbergii atropupurea ‘Rosy Glow’)  Full sun to part shade  Hardy in zones 4-7  ‘Rosy Glow’ is similar to the ‘Crimson Pygmy’ but is a little larger barberry with brighter burgundy foliage and pink and rosy new growth, that develops burgundy. period, from August and lasting into October across most regions. ‘Green Mound’ is somewhat smaller, reaching about 3 feet tall and wide. A full sun plant with hundreds of mum species. It is very cold hardy and adaptable to a variety of conditions. They need to fill sunny, shady, dry, moist or windy areas, and thrive with minimal attention. Gorgeous bunches of heart-shaped blooms of white, rose and pink will appear in mid-spring and through the summer months. The shape is natural, but may require minor shearing to maintain a ‘perfect’ form. Azaleas are rooted in shallow soil and prefer it cool and moist. When grown in full sun, the leaves turn blazing red in fall. Unknown to most gardeners, blooming mums which are planted in the fall, do not overwinter well. Growth habit it naturally somewhat mounded with slightly horizontal branching. ‘Yaku Princess’ is hard to find, and not quite as hardy as ‘Golden Lights’, but may make it in zone 4 with protection. Fall is the best time to divide Black-Eyed Susans. There are many varieties, but in general they prefer Full sun to part shade and are hardy in zones 4-8. Applications of an anti-transpirant in December and February will help prevent the foliage from drying, turning brown and dropping off. Feed every 5 or 6 weeks with a 10-10-10- fertilizer, but do not use manure or mulch. include Black-Eyed Susan loves full sun. Boxwood is a dense shrub with emerald waxy evergreen foliage. Foliage turns bronze in autumn. They require average water and grow fairly slowly. Plant them in full sun and moist, fertile soil. Clusters of 1 inch golden orange blooms cover the shrub in late spring, and leaves turn bronzy in fall. Asters like fertile soil but do not like drought, so be sure to water during dry spells. Adenophoras do great in warm climates and they will grow to 12” wide and 18” tall. Flowering shrub. They can be prone to a variety of diseases, as well as mice damage. ‘Emerald Elf’ is even smaller, 5 to 6 feet high and wide. The bright foliage is excellent for a specimen plant, massing or as a low hedge. Clematis are long bloomers that tolerate light shade and look handsome on posts, pillars, frames or arches. The small golden leaves have orange highlights, and resist sun scorch and disease. Lovely airy spikes of blue bloom clusters are produced in late summer and are great for cutting. Beautybush can be pruned to keep small, but loses the beauty of its’ natural form. The King of Hearts displays a pink rosy flower throughout the summer. Known also as a ladybell or a granny bell. ‘Green Mountain’ is a wonderful conical shaped boxwood that is also hardy in zones 4-7. Can grow to 20 feet high and 20 to 25 feet wide, but prunes well, making the bush more dense. The compact growth is also great for foundation plantings where space is limited. Its best to avoid wet soils and clay soil should be tended with organic peat for better drainage. They multiply quickly and divide easily. It has striking and vivid gold blooms from summer through the first frost. At 4-5 feet tall, they are perfect for pots and other containers like a mail post or an old milk can. They can also be used in groups to provide privacy or act as windbreaks. Read on for more details. Consider Dog-Friendly Flowers. It puts up with heat and drought and attracts birds and butterflies. ‘Weston’s Lollipop’ has a sweet scent with rich pink blooms with a bold yellow marking. They will tolerate full sun to light shade. They grow 3 to 4 feet tall. Purple and blue bell-shaped flowers perch atop light green foliage. Balloons are slow to wake from dormancy in the spring, but be patient, as they will not appear until late spring. For best blooming, prune back to live wood in early spring, as the bush does die back at least partially in the north. The form lends itself well to pruning to tree form, or to form hedges or screens. The Asiatic Lily Great is a great perennial in full sun or part shade. Amelanchier aninifolia is a smaller, rounded shrub form perfect for border planting or foundations. These two are hardy to zone 4, winter protection is advised. Copyright 2018 Summit Turf Services, LLC | All Rights Reserved |, would like to take the opportunity to list some of the best and most hearty. They will grow well into fall and can withstand an early freeze. Hardy in zones 4-9. Although generally hardy to zone 5, 'Adonis Blue' and 'Strawberry Lemonade' can be successful in zone 4. May 4, 2017 - Sunny and Shady Shrubs for the #midwest. ‘Strawberry Lemonade’ has foliage that starts out edged in bright yellow, maturing to cream. They will grow well into fall and can withstand an early freeze. Blooms in May to early June. 'Rosplena' has double pink blooms and grows to 5 feet. Look for the striking arched stems. Lilium is hearty and strong unless grown in too much of a shady environment. With few climbers in the ever-changing climate, clematis is a must have when it comes midwest flowers and plants. Excellent large specimen plant if you have room to show off the arching branches of this 10 foot flowering shrub. Susan’s are very easy to grow and tolerate drought. Cultivars may or may not produce fruit. It is truly cold hardy in the Midwest and takes pruning easily to maintain the plant either as a hedge or singly in your garden. Small spring flowers are barely noticed, and fruit develops that remains through the winter. for all of your lawn care questions and concerns. Hardy in zones 4-7. Azaleas are known for a variety of species. Hearty perennials, if surrounded by mulch, can survive snow cover. Asters bloom in late summer and early fall and are a nice addition in a garden when perennials and annuals begin to fade. Blooms are apple blossom pink, maturing to a light blush, in May and June. It has slightly mottled leaves of yellow and green. It prefers part shade to sun and reaches 3 feet high and 4 feet wide. Allow for good air circulation by providing them space. You can find common lilacs in both purple and lavender shades, but it… Although prunus includes large fruiting trees, there are several species that are the "dwarf" shrubs (dwarf is relative, for a shrub these are not small). This is a very small and compact Japanese Barberry that reaches only 12-15” and about 24” wide. Bluebeard Caryopteris is a great flowering shrub that is very easy to grow. Easily grown in sun or part shade, with greater mildew resistance than most azalea hybrids. At maturity, their height is 11 – 16” and spreads to about 20”. From classic garden staples like rhododendron to more unique options like spirea, you're sure to find the right flowering … Hardy in zones 5-9. Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) Summit Turf’s favorite midwest flowers and plants include Black-Eyed Susan loves full sun. Its best to avoid wet soils and clay soil should be tended with organic peat for better drainage. 6 inch pink blooms cover the bush all summer. Growth habit is low and rounded with dark green foliage year round, but not quite as large as the ‘Wintergreen’. Oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) is a shrub for all seasons, with… Divide every three years during the spring. There are many varieties that a small and rounded, about 2-4’, making them excellent for hedging or foundation plants. Will reach 3-5 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide. Select a site protected from winter winds to avoid winter burn and winter afternoon shaded to avoid sun scald. Both ‘Embers’ and ‘Flame’ tolerate a wide range of conditions, and make an excellent screen when planted in masses. They make great cut flowers and arrangements. Hardy in zones 4-8. Soil Conditions: Dry. Bloom time is later than most Azaleas, with blooms sometimes lasting well into summer. Individual blooms can be as much as 12 inches across and keep on coming all the way through fall. ‘Adonis Blue’ is a dwarf version of ‘Black Knight’, growing to about 3-5’, and is covered with enormous midnight blue blooms from early summer to early fall. Alpine Currant:  (Ribes Alpinum)  Full sun to shade  Hardy in zones 2-7. Some of these shrubs you will also find listed as hardy perennials, primarily because their blooming qualities and smaller stature lend themselves well to the northern garden with minimal care. 'Multiplex' has 1 inch pink 'pompom' blooms and grows to 8 feet. The large form of the ‘Burning Bush’ reaches a height and spread of 10-15 feet, and will prune to a striking tree, especially in fall. https://www.epicgardening.com/eight-native-shrubs-trees-midwestern-fall-color Best performing, in this case, is not relative to blooming qualities. Most Boxwoods are only hardy to zone 5, so for the more northern gardens, look for the Boxwood Wintergreen, which does well in zone 4 and is less prone to winter discoloration. Beautybush: (Kolkwitzia amabalis) Full sun  Hardy in zones 5-8. Asters appreciate full sun to light shade. After it has finished blooming in the spring, it develops black fruit that are a big favorite of birds. to make certain your perennials survive. Summit Turf Services would like to take the opportunity to list some of the best and most hearty midwest flowers and plants for gardens like yours. Azaleas are known for a variety of species. They have a long life and can resist disease and mildew. Will adapt to most soils, but prefers well drained. Certain flowering bushes, produce cherries throughout a season, which adds up to their value. With hundreds of varieties, there’s a beautiful blooming bush for every taste! This compact dwarf reaches only 2-3 feet high and wide. In shade, the purple cultivars will be more green. This drought-tolerant perennial is hardy in zones 4 to 8 and native to the Central Midwest. Red flowering shrubs can be selected from several species, such as Azaleas, Quince (Chaenomeles), Freedom- Rose of Sharon, and Weigela. The brand new ‘Gold Beret’ is even smaller than the ‘Golden Nugget’, only 6-12” high and wide. Male and female plants must be present to produce bright red, midsummer fruit. Red Chokeberry. A hearty perennial, asters have a long life and are simple to care for. It will grow well in part sun to part shade, preferring well drained soil  This compact plant reaches 3 feet high and 2 feet wide. The Green Tower, a columnar Boxwood, is perfect for topiary. To ensure your new shrub gets a good start, choose the right plant for the right place. Asters make beautiful cut flowers. Reaches 3’ high and 5’ wide. Grows well in full to part sun. They prefer sun but can tolerate some shade. Summers in the midwest can be busy, so an aster may be the perfect. Reaches a height of 20 feet and 5-8 feet wide. ‘Rosy Lights’ has very fragrant flowers. They have striking bunches of blooms in whites, pinks, reds, and yellows. Blooms floriforously with deep rosy pink flowers. Flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies and birds eat the seeds. Wrap the stems/trunk with a collar or hardware cloth available at garden centers to protect them. Azalea:  (Rhododendron canescens)  Sun to part shade Hardy in zones 4-9. It produces a stunning display of gorgeous fuschia blooms. ‘Northern Hi-Lights’ is very fragrant, with creamy white flowers that have a yellow upper petal. In part shade to shade, ‘Gold Nugget’ is very drought resistant, and foliage may be more yellow-green. The flowers are replaced by light pink to pale purple, 4-lobed seed capsules that mature during the fall a… Lovely puffy buds will open into bell-shaped, five-pointed flowers of white, pink and blue. Fall color is produced even in shade, from yellow, orange to red. ‘Girard’s Crimson’ is one of the hardy, evergreen, Girard’s hybrids. The flowering shrubs and bushes in this article are beautiful, versatile and easy-to-grow. Acidic fertilizers made for rhododendrons will help, yellowing of the foliage is an indicator of low acid. Flowering shrubs are the backbone of any garden, offering privacy along a border, attracting pollinators, and providing color and interest for years. Asters like fertile soil but do not like drought, so be sure to water during dry spells. Balloon flowers are a long-living perennial and will benefit from winter protection. In regions that drop below -38 degrees, further protection of all Buddleia is advised, treating the plant almost like a hybrid tea rose. Mid-March through mid-April: This is the ideal time to prune summer flowering shrubs. They are easy to grow and can tolerate a wide variety of soils. The common Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis) will present a beautiful pink and white flower. Never needs pruning, and is excellent for very small spaces and containers  This may not be available in retail until 2009. Known also as a ladybell or a granny bell, Liliifolia can spread quickly by seeding or by aggressive runners.They love sun or shade and look best in large groupings. Glossy green foliage with a dense compact growth, and nice maroon winter color. ‘Golden Lights’ is mildew resistant with golden blooms in late spring. Fall color is also an excellent scarlet. Photo credit: Mary A. Wilson, MSUE. It grows to about 3-4 feet high and 2-3 feet wide. Black edible berries are produced, and are quickly eaten by the birds. They bloom in the late summer through the fall and feature tall and strong stems. Asiatics can be found in many colors and will multiply fast. Noted for its very ornamental red berries and attractive fall color, Euonymus atropurpureus (Eastern Wahoo) is a very adaptable, upright, spreading, deciduous shrub or small tree. ‘Mandarin Lights’ blooms in early spring and is very floriforous.Bright orange blooms are slighlty ruffled and lightly fragrant. It is slow growing with a red-plum fall color. Growing only 7-8 feet high and wide, it works well for borders, hedges or foundation plantings. Balloon flowers are a long-living perennial and will benefit from winter protection. This is a large azalea that reaches up to 8 feet in ideal conditions, but generally will remain about 5 feet high and 5-6 feet wide. Adenophoras do great in warm climates and they will grow to 12” wide and 18” tall. Include a good amount of peat moss when you are planting. They grow 3 to 4 feet tall. Individual blooms can be as much as 12 inches across and keep on coming all the way through fall. flowering quince Deciduous shrub The white flowering and red flowering varieties of Flowering Quince are considered harbingers of spring in central Oklahoma. Fall color is … Applications of an anti-transpirant in December and February will help prevent the foliage from drying, turning brown and dropping off. Everything you need to know to grow beautiful gardens and bountiful harvests. At 4-5 feet tall, they are perfect for pots and other containers like a mail post or an old milk can. Those that produce few or no seeds are:  ‘Concorde’, ‘Bonanza Gold’, ‘Kobold’ and ‘Gold Nugget’. Both Evergreen Azaleas and Rhododendrons can dry out from winter wind and a lack of moisture. Pinch back to spur repeat flowering. Azaleas are rooted in shallow soil and prefer it cool and moist. ‘Bailey Compact’ is a more compact, finely branched with a rounded form. Height: 3-4 ft • Width: 3-4 ft. A colorful hardy shrub in fall it has deep emerald leaves that look rich and healthy all summer with little attention. ‘Crimson Pygmy has small thorns. Both sandy and clay soils of average pH of slightly alkaline to acidic is acceptable. These blooms come in June and July and are fantastic flowers when cut. Hardy to zone 4 with good results in zone 3. ‘Flame’ is about the same size with clusters of seeds that add winter interest. Full sun is best for this drought resistant, scorch resistant dwarf. If you want to learn how to distinguish between these shrubs and bushes, then here are various shrubs and bushes identification info and tips that will help. 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