Deciduous
- Acer to Buddleia
Acer to Buddleia
It comes as no surprise that our largest group of plants is the deciduous,
ornamental shrub. They make great centerpieces to any garden. We grow hardy
varieties that thrive in nearly any climate to make a garden full of life and
interest nearly year-round.
Their amazing range of sizes, buds and blooms allows them to work with an endless number of other plants. On their own or arranged in landscape design, shrubs help establish a comfortable environment.
We are committed to bringing you the best plants for your area, whether they are new varieties or time-tested classics. Please see our current availability list or contact your account representative for more information on Van Belle deciduous shrubs. Look for the Proven Winners® logo next to our PW branded varieties.
We have divided the deciduous plants into subsections to make navigation easier.
Deciduous shrub subsections:
Acer to
Buddleia
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Caryopteris to Cornus
• Cotinus to Hibiscus
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Hydrangea
•
Itea to Physocarpus
Potentilla to Sorbaria
•
Spiraea to Syringa
• Viburnum to Weigelia
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Acer ginnala
Amur Maple
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 10-15' x 10'; Upright, arching
- A graceful shrub or small tree with spreading, slender branches.
- Small, fragrant flowers in spring. Adaptable to many soil types.
- Glossy green foliage in summer turns vibrant red in the fall.
Blooms in Spring • Flowers are Yellow
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Aronia melanocarpa 'Autumn Magic'
Autumn Magic Chokeberry
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 7' x 5'; Rounded
- Glossy dark green foliage turns brilliant red and purple in fall.
- White flowers become jet-black berries which persist all winter and attract birds.
- Low maintenance mass or border planting.
Blooms in Spring • Flowers are White
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Azalea x 'Golden Lights'
Golden Lights Azalea
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 3-4'; Rounded
- Deep golden buds open to rich, golden yellow blooms in late spring.
- Upright habit with bronzy-red fall foliage.
- More mildew resistant than other azaleas; developed at the University of Minnesota.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are Yellow
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Azalea x 'Northern Hi-Lights'
Northern Hi-Lights Azalea
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 3-4'; Rounded
- Flowers are creamy-white with yellow upper petals.
- Beautiful burgundy-purple fall foliage color.
- A hardy bloomer and suitable for colder climates; developed at the University of Minnesota.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White; Yellow
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Azalea x 'Orchid Lights'
Orchid Lights Azalea
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 3-4'; Rounded
- Lavender-pink to lilac flowers cover plant in blooms.
- Earliest bloomer of the Lights series.
- It has a dwarf, compact form and does best in slightly acidic soil; developed at the University of Minnesota.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are Pink; Purple
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Buddleia
davidii 'Adokeep'
Adonis Blue™ Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 4-5' x 4-5'; Upright, arching
- Finally - a refined butterfly bush! Great in containers or mixed in the perennial border.
- Deep blue flowers of good size and fragrance on a compact plant.
- Developed by E. Keep of East Malling, England, this buddleia is roughly 1/3 the size of other davidii cultivars.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Blue-violet
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Buddleia davidii 'Black Knight'
Black Knight Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 10' x 10'; Upright, arching
- Dark purple conical flowers in summer.
- Strong fragrance attracts butterflies, and makes an excellent cut flower.
- In colder climates, protect from north wind exposure.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Dark purple
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Buddleia 'Harlequin'
Harlequin Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 10' x 10'; Upright, arching
- A sport of 'Royal Red', this butterfly bush has distinct variegated leaves and bright magenta flowers.
- Strong fragrance attracts butterflies, and makes an excellent cut flower.
- In colder climates, protect from north wind exposure.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Magenta
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Buddleia davidii 'Nanho Blue'
Nanho Blue Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 5-6' x 5-6'; Upright, arching
- A tidy, compact grower with gorgeous periwinkle blue flowers.
- Strong fragrance attracts butterflies, and makes an excellent cut flower.
- In colder climates, protect from north wind exposure.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Mauve-blue
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Buddleia
davidii 'Peakeep'
Peacock™ Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 4-5' x 4-5'; Upright, arching
- Finally - a refined butterfly bush! Great in containers or mixed in the perennial border.
- Good sized pink flowers on a neat, compact plant.
- Developed by E. Keep of East Malling, England, this buddleia is roughly 1/3 the size of other davidii cultivars.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Pink
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Buddleia davidii 'Pink Delight'
Pink Delight Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 8' x 8'; Upright, arching
- A cheerful addition to the garden, with large bright pink blooms.
- Strong fragrance attracts butterflies, and makes an excellent cut flower.
- In colder climates, protect from north wind exposure.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Pink
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Buddleia
davidii 'Pyrkeep'
Purple Emperor™ Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 4-5' x 4-5'; Upright, arching
- Finally - a refined butterfly bush! Great in containers or mixed in the perennial border.
- Large mauve-purple blooms on a compact, neatly growing shrub.
- Developed by E. Keep of East Malling, England, this buddleia is roughly 1/3 the size of other davidii cultivars.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Mauve-purple
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Buddleia davidii 'Royal Red'
Royal Red Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 10' x 10'; Upright, arching
- As close to a true red butterfly bush as it gets - a strong grower with dark reddish-purple flowers.
- Strong fragrance attracts butterflies, and makes an excellent cut flower.
- In colder climates, protect from north wind exposure.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Red-purple
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Buddleia davidii 'White Profusion'
White Profusion Butterfly Bush
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 10' x 10'; Upright, arching
- A strong growing buddleia with long white blooms highlighted with bright yellow eyes.
- Strong fragrance attracts butterflies, and makes an excellent cut flower.
- In colder climates, protect from north wind exposure.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are White