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  • Fountains Of Rouge™ Virginia Sweetspire

    Fountains Of Rouge™ Virginia Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'Fountains of Rouge™'

    35% off
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  • Brilliantina® Abelia

    Abelia × grandiflora 'Brilliantina'

    (1)
    $2699

  • Golden Ticket® Privet

    Ligustrum x vicaryi 'NCLX1'

    (1)
    $2614

  • Sunjoy Todo® Barberry

    Berberis x 'NCBX1'

    $2614

  • Castle Keep® Blue Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'SMNIFA'

    $2659
  • Flat-tery Boxwood shrub with dense dark green foliage growing low and wide over wood chip mulch.

    Flat - tery™ Boxwood

    Buxus x ‘Prostrate3’ PP29,574

    35% off
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  • Good Vibrations® Privet

    Ligustrum ovalifolium 'NCLO1'

    $2659

  • Mucho Gusto® Abelia

    Abelia x grandiflora 'Muabd'

    $2617

  • Little Princess Spirea

    Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess'

    (1)
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  • Poprocks® Petite Spirea

    Spiraea japonica 'Odessa'

    $6902

  • Kindly® Japanese Privet

    Ligustrum japonicum 'NCLJ1'

    $2629

  • Lemon Lime Heavenly Bamboo

    Nandina domestica 'Lemon-Lime'

    $9907

  • Castle Rouge® Blue Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'HACH1'

    $2659

  • Czechmark Trilogy® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'VUKOZGemini'

    Sold out
    $2614

  • Paisley Pup® Leucothoe

    Leucothoe fontanesiana 'SMNLFGRV' PP 35,833

    Sold out
    New arrival
    $6705

  • Korean Spice Viburnum

    Viburnum carlesii

    Sold out
    (19)
    From $3064

  • Gem Box® Inkberry Holly

    Ilex glabra 'SMNIGAB17'

    Sold out
    From $2659

  • Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'Sprich'

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    (8)
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  • Straight Talk® Privet

    Ligustrum vulgare 'Swift'

    Sold out
    $6897

  • Chicago Lustre Arrowwood Viburnum

    Viburnum dentatum 'Synnestvedt'

    Sold out
    (1)
    $8192

  • Pearl Glam® Beautyberry

    Callicarpa x 'NCCX2'

    Sold out
    (3)
    $2614

  • Red Tip Photinia

    Photinia x fraseri

    Sold out
    (1)
    $3996

  • Sugartina® Summersweet

    Clethra alnifolia 'Crystalina'

    Sold out
    (1)
    $2614

  • Straight & Narrow® Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata ‘PIIIC-I’

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    (2)
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  • Sapphire Surf™ Bluebeard

    Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Blauer Splatz'

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    $5817
  • Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium), a perennial featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Blackhaw Viburnum

    Viburnum prunifolium

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    (1)
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  • Pee Wee Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Pee Wee'

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  • Double Play® Candy Corn® Spirea

    Spiraea japonica 'NCSX1'

    Sold out
    (1)
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  • Compacta Inkberry Holly

    Ilex glabra 'Compacta'

    Sold out
    $2559

  • Spice Baby™ Korean Spice Viburnum

    Viburnum carlesii 'SMVCB'

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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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