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Browse our selection of shrubs and bushes for sale, perfect for every landscape need. Whether you're looking for evergreen privacy shrubs to create a natural screen, flowering shrubs that bloom all season, or fast-growing hedge plants, we've got the right fit for your growing zone. From deer-resistant varieties to compact foundation shrubs, all our plants ship healthy and ready to thrive in your garden. Shop by light needs, growth habit, or special features to find exactly what you need.

Evergreen & Privacy Shrubs

Create year-round privacy with evergreen shrubs that keep their foliage through every season. Our selection includes fast-growing privacy shrubs like arborvitae and boxwood, plus narrow hedge varieties perfect for tight spaces. Looking for deer resistance? We've got plenty of options that wildlife tend to avoid. Shop compact screens for foundation planting or tall hedges for property lines.

Read more about creating privacy screens in your landscape.

Flowering & Fragrant Shrubs

Add color and scent to your landscape with flowering shrubs that deliver season-long blooms. From spring-flowering lilacs to summer-blooming hydrangeas and butterfly bushes, you'll find varieties that keep your garden vibrant. Many offer fragrant flowers perfect for planting near patios and walkways. Choose long-blooming options for continuous color or mix varieties for multi-season interest.

Learn how to get more blooms by deadheading your flowering bushes, and discover 5 ways to attract more pollinators.

Fast-Growing & Low-Maintenance Shrubs

Need quick results? Our fast-growing shrubs establish quickly and fill in landscapes fast. Pair them with low-maintenance varieties that thrive without constant care. Compact and dwarf shrubs work beautifully in foundation beds and small yards, while taller options create instant screening. Perfect for busy gardeners who want beautiful results without weekend-long pruning sessions.

Discover our fastest-growing shrubs and learn about proper mulching techniques.

Shade vs. Sun Shrubs

Match your shrubs to your light conditions for best results. Full sun shrubs like potentilla and rose of sharon love bright locations, while shade-tolerant varieties such as yew and certain hydrangeas thrive under tree canopies. Part shade shrubs offer flexibility for transitional areas. Check each plant's requirements to ensure it gets the light it needs to flourish in your landscape.

Explore our guide to shade shrubs for inspiration.

Cold-Hardy Shrubs by Zone

Find shrubs that survive your winters with our zone-specific selections. From Zone 3 cold-hardy options like lilacs and spireas to heat-tolerant Zone 9 picks, we've matched varieties to your climate. Use our growing zone finder to identify which plants thrive in your area. Native shrubs are naturally adapted to local conditions and support regional wildlife populations.

Why Buy Shrubs from Nature Hills?

We only offer the best! All of our shrubs are grown and shipped from top-rated nurseries across the country, carefully selected for your growing zone and success rate, and backed by generations of gardening knowledge. Find your next garden triumph with gorgeous shrubs from Nature Hills Nursery!

FAQS for Buying Shrubs Online

What are the best shrubs for privacy?

The best privacy shrubs stay dense year-round and grow quickly to fill in screens. Top picks include Green Giant Arborvitae, Skip Laurel, Boxwood, and Emerald Green Arborvitae for evergreen coverage. For faster growth, consider Leyland Cypress or Privet hedges. Choose narrow columnar varieties if you're working with limited space along property lines or between homes.

Which shrubs bloom all summer?

Butterfly Bush (Buddleia), Abelia, Rose of Sharon, and repeat-blooming hydrangeas like Endless Summer deliver continuous color from June through September. Potentilla is another reliable choice with flowers that keep coming all season. Pair multiple varieties with staggered bloom times for non-stop color in your landscape beds.

What shrubs are deer resistant?

Boxwood, Barberry, Butterfly Bush, Spirea, and Potentilla top the list for deer resistance. Fragrant options like Lilac and Viburnum also tend to be avoided by deer. Evergreens such as Juniper and Yew typically stay safe from browsing. While no plant is completely deer-proof, these varieties are rarely damaged even in high-pressure areas.

What shrubs grow well in my zone?

Your growing zone determines which shrubs will thrive long-term. Use our growing zone finder to identify your zone, then filter shrubs by that number. Cold-hardy options like Lilac and Spirea handle Zone 3 winters, while heat-tolerant Nandina and Abelia excel in Zone 9. Each product page lists the specific zones where that shrub performs best.

How far apart should I plant hedge shrubs?

Spacing depends on mature width and how quickly you want a solid screen. For faster privacy, plant evergreen shrubs at two-thirds their mature width (a 6-foot-wide shrub gets planted 4 feet apart). For individual specimens, use full mature width spacing. Hedge shrubs like Arborvitae typically need 3-4 feet between plants, while larger screening shrubs may need 5-6 feet.

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