Flowering, hardy shrubs are a real eye-catcher in the pot and in the garden. The next species also score points with their low stature - they reach a maximum height of 3 meters.
The selection of medium-tall shrubs that bear flowers is quite large. The flowering time can vary greatly depending on the species and variety, so with good planning you can have an eye-catcher in your garden all year round. In addition to the classics, there are also some trees that perhaps not everyone knows. They impress with wonderful flowers and beautiful autumn leaves.
Gold bells “Lynwood” for the flower bed
Growth:This forsythia variety grows upright until it reaches its maximum height of 3 meters. Then the branches hang over slightly.
Foliage:Its leaves are light green in summer and then turn yellow to light red in autumn.
Flowering time:starts in March. The first flowers appear shortly after the end of the permanent frost period in winter. The flowering period lasts almost two months; the bush has faded at the beginning of May.
Location, soil and care tips:When it comes to garden soil, forsythia has no special requirements. However, it prefers moderately fresh to fresh soil and a sunny location.
Areas of application and use:The forsythia is a compact shrub that looks good both as a solitary plant and in groups.
Beautiful autumn leaves: witch hazel “Arnold Promise”
Growth:The witch hazel is a tall,fast growing shrubwith a funnel-shaped crown. It gains an average of 25 cm per year.
Foliage:Its heart-shaped leaves have a light green color in summer and turn orange in autumn. They only fall off after the beginning of winter.
Flowering time:The first flowers appear at the beginning of January, pleasing the eye in the cold winter months and bringing color into the gloomy garden landscape. The flowers are bright yellow and fade in early April.
Location, soil and care tips:Prefers lime-free soils or substrates. Good drainage is an absolute must. A sunny spot in the garden is ideal. The shallow-rooted plant does not tolerate pruning and competes strongly with underplanted ground cover plants and flowers.
Areas of application and use:Is often planted together with conifers, but also cuts a fine figure as a soloist.
Shrubs up to 3 meters: Tall Mayflower bush
Growth:The Deutzia is a medium-high shrub with spreading growth. It gains an average of 40 cm in height every year.
Foliage:The leaves are grass green and have an elongated shape.
Flowering time:The flower buds open in May. The white, delicate flowers adorn the shrub from May to June.
Location, soil and care tips:Prefers humus-rich garden soils with loose soil. A location in full sun promotes flower formation, but the shrub also tolerates partial shade as long as the location is protected from the wind.
Areas of application and use:Perfect for the natural garden and the wild hedge.
Hanging buddleia as a privacy screen in the garden
Growth:The hanging buddleia is a shrub with spreading growth. It grows around 50 cm every year until it reaches its maximum height of 50 cm.
Foliage:The leaves are green with a white undertone.
Flowering time:starts in June and ends in July. The pink flowers are only formed on previous year's wood.
Location, soil and care tips:a location in full sun is particularly advantageous. This way the leaves dry faster and frost damage is avoided. The shrub cannot tolerate pruning.
Areas of application and use:The hanging buddleia is an impressive shrub that is best presented as a solitary plant.
Hardy flowering shrubs: Pink silver candle bush “Pink Spire”
Growth:The pink silver candle bush has a tightly upright habit. It grows rather slowly and it can take up to 10 years for the ornamental tree to reach its maximum height of 3 meters.
Foliage:The summer green, narrow leaves and the pink flowers form an effective duo and make the shrub a real highlight in every garden. In autumn the foliage turns yellowish - red.
Flowering time:The first flowers appear in July and the last ones fade in September.
Location, soil and care tips:Moderately fresh to moist soil provides optimal growing conditions. In addition, its pH value should be in the acidic range. The substrate should be nutrient-rich. The ornamental tree prefers a sunny to partially shaded area in the garden.
Areas of application and use:The shrub is the perfect addition to the bee meadow. But he also feels particularly comfortable in the naturally designed garden.
Hardy and floweringShrubs are a real eye-catcherin the home garden. Compact species that grow up to 3 meters high can be used in a variety of ways. As a border for the bee meadow, as a privacy screen in the front garden and around the terrace or perhaps as an accent in the bed - the possibilities are simply endless.
