Boxwood (Buxus spp.)
Evergreen shrubs with dense foliage, boxwoods come in various shapes and sizes, adding structure to the landscape.
Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii)
Known for attracting butterflies, these shrubs produce vibrant, cone-shaped flower clusters in colors like purple, pink, and white.
Forsythia (Forsythia spp.)
Early spring bloomers, forsythias feature bright yellow flowers and arching branches, adding a burst of color.
Spirea (Spiraea spp.)
There are many spirea varieties with different colors and shapes. Some popular ones include bridal wreath spirea and goldflame spirea.
Barberry (Berberis spp.)
With colorful foliage in shades of red, purple, or gold, barberries are deer-resistant and provide visual interest.
Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa)
This hardy shrub produces bright flowers in colors like yellow, orange, or red throughout the summer.
Juniper (Juniperus spp.)
Evergreen junipers come in various forms and add texture and structure to the landscape. They are generally resistant to deer browsing.
Beautyberry (Callicarpa spp.)
Known for its vibrant purple berries in the fall, beautyberry shrubs offer both visual appeal and deer resistance.
Viburnum (Viburnum spp.)
With various species and cultivars, viburnums offer different sizes and shapes, as well as clusters of white or pink flowers.
Smokebush (Cotinus spp.)
The smoke-like plumes of flowers in shades of pink or purple make smokebush a unique addition to the garden, and it's typically deer-resistant.