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  • China Girl® Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'Mesog'

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  • Henry's Garnet Virginia Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'Henry's Garnet'

    (2)
    From $3679

  • China Boy Meets China Girl Holly Combo

    Ilex x meserveae 'Mesdob' and 'Mesog'

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  • Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'

    (573)
    From $9091
  • North Privet Hedge (Ligustrum x ibolium), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    North Privet Hedge

    Ligustrum x ibolium

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  • NewGen® Independence Boxwood

    Buxus 'SB108'

    (2)
    From $4672

  • Spice Island™ Korean Spice Viburnum

    Viburnum carlesii 'Select A'

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    Buxus x 'Green Gem'

    (3)
    From $2219
  • Midnight Sun® Weigela (Weigela florida 'Verweig9'), a shrub featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Midnight Sun® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Verweig9'

    (1)
    From $2614

  • Double Play Doozie® Spirea

    Spirea japonica DOUBLE PLAY Doozie 'NCSX2'

    (2)
    From $2614

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    Weigela florida 'Alexandra'

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    (1)
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  • Blue Muffin® Arrowwood Viburnum

    Viburnum dentatum BLUE MUFFIN 'Christom'

    From $2614

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    Buxus x 'Green Mountain'

    (26)
    From $1935

  • Fragrant Tea Olive Sweet Osmanthus

    Osmanthus fragrans

    (4)
    $6727
  • Little Missy Boxwood - Nature Hills Nursery - #3 Container -

    Little Missy Boxwood

    Buxus microphylla 'Little Missy'

    From $7692

  • Spilled Wine® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Bokraspiwi' PP23781

    (3)
    From $2614

  • Double Play® Red Spirea

    Double Play® Red Spiraea japonica 'SMNSJMFR' USPP 26,993

    (2)
    From $4312

  • Blue Princess Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'Blue Princess'

    (26)
    $8142

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    Buxus x 'Green Velvet'

    (13)
    From $7542

  • Sky Pencil Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil'

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    From $2559

  • Double Play® Gold Spirea

    Double Play® Gold Spiraea japonica 'Yan' USPP 21,615

    From $2614

  • Fizzy Mizzy® Sweetspire Bush

    Itea virginica 'SMNIVMM' PP33,549

    From $2659

  • WorryFree® Crimson Cutie® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'UCONNBTCP4N' PP30095

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  • Double Play Dolly® Spirea

    Spiraea x 'SMNSJSA' PP35,032

    From $2614

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    Spirea japonica 'Walbuma'

    (1)
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  • Winter Gem Boxwood shrubs trimmed into rounded mounds along a stone garden path.

    Winter Gem Boxwood

    Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Winter Gem'

    (2)
    From $2489

  • Double Play Big Bang®Spiraea

    Spiraea 'Tracy'

    From $2614

  • Sonic Bloom® Pink Reblooming Weigela

    Weigela florida SONIC BLOOM 'Bokrasopin'

    (7)
    From $8258

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    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Alice'

    (573)
    From $8425

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    Viburnum plicatum tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake'

    (2)
    From $4990

Fall Color Bushes

Fall Splendor Shrubs At Nature Hills

spirea bush in autumn

Nothing lights up a landscape like autumn. Celebrate the season by choosing shrubs that put on a colorful show between the end of summer and the onset of winter. Fall color shrubs are beloved for many reasons, but their stunning end-of-season hues steal the spotlight every year.

While age, weather, climate, and drought can influence how vivid your fall display becomes, these deciduous shrubs offer beauty in spring and summer and follow with a final farewell performance you’ll look forward to each year.

Using Fall Color Shrubs

The fall season brings a true menagerie of color, and creating a coordinated display takes a bit of planning. Remember that foliage is only one part of the fall palette. Flowers, berries, and seed pods add additional layers of texture and interest.

red twig dogwood in autumn

Choose fall color shrubs that complement one another and offer multi-season appeal. Ornamental fruiting shrubs such as Blueberries and container-friendly Bushel and Berry® types like Peach Sorbet® bring spring blooms, summer berries, and vivid fall foliage without taking up much space.

Bold combinations come from groups like Chokeberry paired with dramatic red Burning Bush. Many such pairings exist, and experimenting for a few seasons helps you discover the exact effect you want.

Sumac shrubs add tropical-looking foliage, upright seed clusters, and blazing fall tones that blend beautifully with dried Hydrangea blooms, bright red Winterberry Holly Bushes, and mixed-hued Cotoneaster shrubs.

Autumn Bushes: More Than Colorful Leaves

chokeberry bush in autumn

Even after leaves fall, many shrubs continue adding structure and interest. Red-Twig and Yellow-Twig varieties of Dogwood shine through winter with glowing stems. Hydrangea groups, native Viburnum, purple-berried Beautyberry, and richly toned Ninebark families provide year-round beauty and standout autumn color.

Evergreen shrubs also play an important role by offering lush greenery through winter. Compact options like Japanese Holly maintain a tidy profile without much care, while golden-accented selections such as Wintercreeper brighten beds all year. PJM Rhododendron adds lavender spring blooms and rich, deepening winter foliage.

The Nature Hills Advantage

At Nature Hills Nursery, we are dedicated to delivering the highest-quality trees, shrubs, and plants to your door. Our first-year guarantee and full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations through Plant Sentry™ give you peace of mind with every order.

Visit our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog for practical guidance on everything from planting fruit trees to pruning shrubs and caring for potted plants. Join thousands of gardeners who trust Nature Hills Nursery to help them find the perfect plants for their part of the world.

FAQ's for Buying Fall Color Bushes Online

What are the best shrubs for vibrant fall color in the landscape?
Top fall color shrubs include Burning Bush, Black Chokeberry, Sumac, and Viburnum. These selections display dazzling hues ranging from fiery red and orange to deep purple. Pairing these with ornamental berries or textured seed pods ensures a dynamic and colorful autumn show in your garden.

Which shrubs have colorful foliage and berries in fall?
Shrubs like Winterberry Holly, Beautyberry, and Cotoneaster combine brilliant fall foliage with ornamental fruit. These varieties offer multi-seasonal interest with berries that attract wildlife and enhance visual appeal well into winter.

Are there fall color shrubs that work in small spaces or containers?
Yes, compact varieties such as Peach Sorbet® Blueberry and Patti O Box® Japanese Holly are perfect for small yards and container gardening. These shrubs provide autumnal hues and require minimal maintenance while still delivering impressive seasonal color.

Can fall color shrubs also offer winter interest?
Absolutely! Red Twig Dogwood and Yellow Twig Dogwood light up winter gardens with colorful stems after leaves drop. Additionally, evergreen varieties like Emerald 'n Gold Wintercreeper and PJM Rhododendron extend seasonal beauty with foliage that remains eye-catching through cold months.

How do I choose the right fall color shrubs for my climate?
Use the USDA Planting Zone filter on Nature Hills Nursery to find shrubs suitable for your region. Consider sun exposure, moisture needs, and mature size when selecting. For a high-impact display, mix shrubs with different leaf textures, berry colors, and bloom times for layered fall interest.
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