Small Conifer Shrubs

Climbing hydrangea hydrangea anomala.

Small conifer shrubs. Chamaecyparis lawsoniana minnima aurea 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide this is a beautiful bright yellow false cypress. Abies balsamea hudsonia 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide this tiny slow growing balsam fir is perfect for small gardens. Its natural habitat is. According to the american conifer society a dwarf conifer will grow between 1 inch to 6 inches per year while a miniature will grow less than 1 inch per year.

Among deciduous shrubs japanese rose is one of the most shade tolerant shrubs. In conifers dwarf typically just means slow so the trick is to look for clues about the rate of growth. Japanese rose kerria japonica. Barberry crimson pygmy crimson pygmy barberry is a small shrub that brightens up any landscape.

These are especially useful in larger borders but also to add height and also soften the corner of a house flank the front door or frame a pergola swimming pool or water feature. Crimson pygmy barberry is small shrub getting only high and about wide. A native of japan this conifer has large broad branchlets with glossy leaves. Juniperus communis compressa 3 feet tall and 1 5.

You love the blue color and dwarf size. Crimson pygmy barberry is a small shrub that brightens up any landscape. Trees shrubs emerald cedar. Picea pungens montgomery growing conditions.

It s often used for hedging and is a versatile backyard plant. Mountain laurel is a native plant in eastern north america. In the ground or in a container they add wonderful foliage color and texture as well as providing all season structure. 30 best shrubs for shade mountain laurel kalmia latifolia.

Full sun and well drained soil. Apple pear and cherry trees grow best in. In addition to the low growing spreading types other dwarf conifers are more upright and add vertical punctuation to a small landscape. Varieties can grow as tall as 10 feet.

It s not as common as other conifers but it s definitely worth a chance in your yard. Container grown the emerald cedar has a stronger root system than most trees making it a hardy and. Many selections reach no more than 8 feet tall and wide. Very compact evergreen shrub that s perfect for small gardens in cool damp climates.

Up to 3 tall and wide. Enjoy fresh fruit from your yard all summer long. Dwarf conifers deserve their own section because they re so incredibly useful for small gardens.