These fast-growing shrubs have got you, well…covered.
However, just because a shrub is quick to mature doesnt mean its landscape-worthy.
Some of the fastest-growing shrubs are weak-wooded and prone to disease.
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The following fast-growing shrubs have a proven track record of strong structure and disease resilience.
Count on these plants to provide fast growth and years of beauty in your yard.
Arborvitae
Arborvitae(Thuja occidentalis)is a North American native evergreen with soft, flat foliage.
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Add this North American native shrub to a foundation planting or plant several together to form a hedge.
Chicago Luster has exceptional flowers and good fall color.
Moonglow is prized for its glossy leaves and large flowers.
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Its foliage turns shades of red in autumn.
It is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant.
), also called red tip photinia, is an evergreen with glossy green foliage that emerges brilliant red.
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A low-maintenance and easy-care shrub, photinia tolerates heat well and rarely needs pruning.
It makes a great hedge, growing 3 feet or so a year until it reaches its mature size.
Look for Red Dynamo, which has good disease resistance.
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Ginger Wine has burgundy foliage, and Festivus Gold has chartreuse leaves in full-sun locations.
Ninebark tolerates pruning well.
The flowers give this upright, rounded shrub an informal appearance.
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Use it to block a view or form a backdrop in the landscape.
Royal Purple has almost black foliage, while Winecraft Gold has yellow-green leaves.
is available in many unique cultivars.
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Renaissance bridal wreath spirea has arching stems covered with fragrant white blooms in spring.
This native shrub has graceful arching branches and fragrant flowers in early summer.
Virginia sweetspire is at home in part shade.
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Plant it where it receives four to six hours of direct sunlight a day for best growth.
Henrys Garnet and Little Henry are excellent cultivars.
), also known assouthern bayberry,has glossy, leathery foliage.
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Use it as a hedge or screen and enjoy the pollinators and birds it attracts.
Water wax myrtle regularly after planting so it develops a robust root system.
It tolerates long periods of drought once established.
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The plant has an upright growth habit with arched branches that lend it a fountain-like appearance.
Butterflies and hummingbirds are frequent visitors thanks to the prolific flowers.
Size:Up to 8 feet tall and 4 feet wide
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