Shrubs Flowering

Cephalanthus occidentalis

The buttonbush is a native shrub that attracts an abundance of beneficial pollinators. Its large, white, fragrant blooms emerge in early summer and persist through the season. This variety can reach 8-12' tall and 6-8' wide. Tolerates wet conditions.

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Alice'

Alice' is a large, oakleaf variety that can reach 8-12' tall and wide at maturity. It produces large, white, panicle blooms that cover the entire plant in summer and contrast against its rich-green foliage.

Jasminum nudiflorum

This variety is admired for its long, willowing branches that are highlighted in late winter and early spring, when clusters of small, yellow blossoms appear. Can be used as a vine to cascade over a retaining wall or as a mounding groundcover on steep slopes. Will grow 10-15' tall and 4-6' wide.

Lindera benzoin

Northern Spice Bush. This native is known for its golden-yellow fall foliage and its dense, woody habit. It will reach 8-12' tall and wide at maturity.