Wildlife Species Library

Shrubs

Alaska Blueberry

Vaccinium alaskaense

A crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest understory, the Alaska Blueberry is a vital lifeline for mountain wildlife. Fr...

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American fly-honeysuckle

Lonicera canadensis

A delicate herald of spring, the American fly-honeysuckle brightens northern forests with its twin yellow blossoms an...

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Amur honeysuckle

Lonicera maackii

A hardy and vigorous Asian shrub that dominates forest edges with its fragrant spring blooms and prolific red autumn ...

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Big Berry Manzanita

Arctostaphylos glauca

The Big Berry Manzanita is the crown jewel of the California chaparral, recently honored as the official State Shrub....

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Big Sagebrush

Artemisia tridentata

The aromatic soul of the American West, Big Sagebrush is more than just a plant—it's a critical sanctuary for high-de...

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blue huckleberry

Gaylussacia tomentosa

A hidden gem of the Southern coastal plains, the blue huckleberry is a magnet for pollinators and songbirds. Recogniz...

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Cascade Oregon-grape

Berberis nervosa

A resilient evergreen gem of the Pacific Northwest, the Cascade Oregon-grape transforms shaded forest floors with gol...

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dangleberry

Gaylussacia frondosa

The Dangleberry is an elegant native shrub of the Eastern US, cherished for its pendulous blue fruit and stunning ora...

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Eastwood's Manzanita

Arctostaphylos glandulosa

With its striking red bark and delicate bell-shaped flowers, Eastwood's Manzanita is the architectural gem of the Wes...

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Evergreen Huckleberry

Vaccinium ovatum

A stunning coastal native, the Evergreen Huckleberry offers year-round beauty and a bountiful harvest for both humans...

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gray dogwood

Cornus racemosa

A champion of backyard biodiversity, the gray dogwood is a hardy shrub that transforms through the seasons, offering ...

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Greene's mountain ash

Sorbus scopulina

A spectacular mountain shrub known for its vibrant red berry clusters and brilliant autumn foliage, Greene's mountain...

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greenleaf manzanita

Arctostaphylos patula

With its striking mahogany bark and vibrant green foliage, the greenleaf manzanita is more than just a mountain shrub...

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mountain bush honeysuckle

Diervilla rivularis

A rare treasure of the Southern Appalachians, the mountain bush honeysuckle provides a golden display of summer bloom...

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northern bush honeysuckle

Diervilla lonicera

A resilient native shrub that bridges the gap between forest and field, the northern bush honeysuckle is a pollinator...

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oleander

Nerium oleander

A Mediterranean icon of beauty and resilience, the Oleander defines summer with its lush evergreen leaves and vibrant...

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Prairie Willow

Salix humilis

A tough-as-nails survivor of the Great Plains, the Prairie Willow brings early spring life to dry landscapes with its...

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Red Huckleberry

Vaccinium parvifolium

A gem of the Pacific Northwest forest, the Red Huckleberry stands out with its bright green zigzag stems and jewel-li...

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Rubber Rabbitbrush

Ericameria nauseosa

The golden crown of the high desert, Rubber Rabbitbrush provides a late-season burst of color and a critical sanctuar...

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Scotch Broom

Cytisus scoparius

A vibrant but controversial guest in many landscapes, Scotch Broom is famous for its brilliant golden-yellow blooms a...

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sheep laurel

Kalmia angustifolia

With its clusters of brilliant magenta blossoms and hardy evergreen foliage, Sheep Laurel is a master of the acidic w...

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Shrubby Seablite

Suaeda vera

A resilient survivor of the salt marshes, Shrubby Seablite adds a splash of succulent green and seasonal burgundy to ...

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silky dogwood

Cornus amomum

The silky dogwood is the ultimate backyard 'buffet' for birds, offering high-fat blue berries and dense nesting cover...

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Skunkbush Sumac

Rhus trilobata

A champion of backyard biodiversity, Skunkbush Sumac offers year-round interest with its aromatic foliage, tart red b...

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Tatarian dogwood

Cornus alba

Famous for its stunning crimson stems that glow against the winter snow, the Tatarian dogwood is a versatile shrub th...