Affordable Shrubs for My Home

People often ask: what are some of the most affordable shrubs for my home? Read on for our thoughts on why plant shrubs in the first place, as well as our recommendations on which ones are best.

Why Choose Landscaping Shrubs

Landscaping can be an expensive undertaking, especially if you have a big garden or yard. Planting trees is generally more expensive, and it requires a lot more digging than planting shrubs. Also, shrubs can work even better in some cases. If you choose the right shrubs and arrange them according to size from small to medium, you can actually create an amazing garden without much effort.

Shrubs are fantastic for creating borders and giving a good structure to the garden, backyard, or front yard. They require minimal care beyond watering, so you won't have to spend a lot of money after you have planted them. In addition, they can look good in all seasons, not just when they are in bloom like flowers.

Of course, one of the most important things is choosing the right shrubs for your climate and soil.

A Selection of Affordable Shrubs for My Home

Before you make any purchases, it is important to check plant hardiness to make sure the shrubs you choose will flourish in your USDA zone. Here is a selection of affordable and low-maintenance shrubs that are hardy in zones 3 to 9:

Gold Mop Cypress

This shrub is a wonderful evergreen which actually has golden foliage. It can add brightness and texture to your landscape and it mixes well with lots of different shrubs and flowers. It grows to about 3 feet tall and loves the sun, so it will thrive in zones 4 to 8.

Aronia

Aronia, or black chokeberry, is a perfect example of a long-lasting, colorful shrub that requires little attention but delivers many rewards. It has white flowers in summer, dark purple fruit which will attract songbirds, and deep-red foliage in the fall. It is hardy in zones 3 to 8.

Rose Bushes

Roses have been popular for centuries because of their beautiful colors and fragrance. There are many types and some do require a little more care, but do not let that discourage you. For example, Knockout and Flower Carpet roses do not need much maintenance and they are great border plants. Both of these varieties are long blooming, from early spring to late fall, especially in zones 4 to 9. They work well in multiples or when you add other flowers to the garden.

Mountain Laurel

This shrub is meant to be grown in a shady area. It is a broadleaf evergreen, similar to rhododendrons and some kinds of azaleas. It grows well in cool, well-drained, acidic soil, in zones 4 to 9.

Red-Twig Dogwood (Cornus Alba)

In late winter, the red color of this shrub's bark is at its brightest. It will stand out and enhance the garden when most other plants lose their showiness. It loves rich, fertile and moist soil, and is hardy in zones 3 to 8.

To Conclude

If you have ever wondered, What are some affordable shrubs for my home?, we hope to have given you a few ideas. Whatever you choose to plant in your garden, shrubs will be a great addition to the landscape.

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