Deciduous
- Itea to Physocarpus
Itea to Physocarpus
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
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Cotinus to Hibiscus
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Hydrangea
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Itea to Physocarpus
Potentilla to Sorbaria
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Spiraea to Syringa
• Viburnum to Weigelia
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Itea
virginica 'Henry's Garnet'
Henry's Garnet Sweetspire
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 4-5'; Upright, arching
- Beautiful white flowers in mid-summer are followed by stunning fall colors.
- Does well in sun or shade.
- A great compact addition to the border or as a specimen.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are White
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Itea
virginica 'Sprich' PP#10,988
Little Henry® Sweetspire
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 2' x 3'; Rounded
- A compact Sweetspire with loads of personality!
- Pure white flowers cover this plant in early summer, followed up with amazing fall color.
- Looks wonderful flooding banks, beds or borders.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are White
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Kolkwitzia
amabilis 'Maradco'
Dream Catcher™ Beautybush
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 4-6' x 4'; Upright
- Spectacular pink-white blooms cover the plant in early spring, a beautiful contrast with the copper new growth and the golden-yellow foliage in fall.
- Stunning color year round; does best in filtered sun.
- Easy to maintain, just prune to shape.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Spring • Flowers are White-pink
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Kolkwitzia
amabilis 'Pink Cloud'
Pink Cloud Beautybush
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 8-10' x 6-8'; Upright, arching
- Masses of dainty pink bell-shaped flowers bloom in early summer.
- Arching growth habit with beautiful orange-red fall color.
- An older favorite that continues to please; does well even in dry, sandy, poor soils.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are Pink
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Lavatera
thuringiaca 'Pink Barnsley'
Pink Barnsley Lavatera
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 5-6' x 4-5'; Upright
- Hollyhock-like pink flowers are long blooming on the soft gray-green foliage.
- Tall and elegant, lavatera is well suited to the back of the border.
- In colder climates, it will die back to the ground like a perennial.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Pink
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Ligustrum
x vicaryi
Vicary Golden Privet
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 6-10' x 6-10'; Upright
- Dense hedge plant with bright golden-yellow foliage when planted in full sun.
- Small white fragrant flowers in spring; brilliant golden orange fall color.
- Shears well for hedging.
Blooms in Mid Summer • Flowers are White
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Lonicera
xylosteum 'Emerald Mound'
Emerald Mound Shrub Honeysuckle
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 3' x 6'; Mounding
- Dwarf shrub honeysuckle; excellent border or ground cover.
- The creamy yellow flowers become bright red berries in the fall.
- Tolerant of adverse conditions.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are Creamy yellow
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Magnolia
x ‘Butterflies’ PP#7456
Butterflies Magnolia
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 20-30' x 15-20'; Upright, arching
- One of the best yellow flowering Magnolias available.
- Rich butter yellow blooms in early spring perch on the branches like butterflies, followed by glossy green leaves.
- In colder climates, plant in an area sheltered from the north wind; average soil.
Blooms in Spring • Flowers are Butter yellow
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Magnolia
x 'Leonard Messel'
Leonard Messel Magnolia
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 15-20' x 10-15'; Upright, arching
- Characterized by large, leathery green leaves and pink flowers from deeper pink buds.
- Blooms in early spring.
- In colder climates, plant in an area sheltered from the north wind; average soil.
Blooms in Spring • Flowers are Pink
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Magnolia
x 'Merrill'
Merrill Magnolia
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 20-25' x 15-20'; Upright, arching
- Vigorous grower with a dense upright habit.
- Deep green leaves with large white flowers, similar to but slightly larger than that of stellata; blooms in early spring.
- In colder climates, plant in an area sheltered from the north wind; average soil.
Blooms in Early Spring • Flowers are White
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Magnolia
x 'Royal Star'
Royal Star Magnolia
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 20-25' x 15-20'; Upright, arching
- A dense, upright, multi-branched form with large green leaves offset by fragrant white star-like flowers in early spring.
- Useful in areas where late freezing occurs.
- In colder climates, plant in an area sheltered from the north wind; average soil.
Blooms in Early Spring • Flowers are White
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Magnolia
x soulangiana 'Rustica Rubra'
Rustica Rubra Magnolia
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 10-25' x 10-15'; Upright, arching
- A small, multi-branched tree with medium growth.
- Large leathery leaves are heralded by purple-red cup shaped blooms in early spring.
- In colder climates, plant in an area sheltered from the north wind; average soil.
Blooms in Spring • Flowers are Purplish-pink
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Magnolia
x 'Susan'
Susan Magnolia
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 8-10' x 8-12'; Upright, arching
- Small, slender purplish-red flower buds that stand upright like candles.
- Ideal for small gardens; part of the 'Little Girl' series of magnolias.
- In colder climates, plant in an area sheltered from the north wind; average soil.
Blooms in Spring • Flowers are Purplish-red
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Philadelphus
virginalis
Double Flowering Mockorange
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 6' x 6'; Upright, arching
- Lovely, very fragrant, double white blooms cover the bush in late spring.
- Deciduous foliage is a medium green; blooms on old wood.
- Tolerant of adverse conditions.
Blooms in Late Spring • Flowers are Double, white
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Philadelphus
virginalis 'Snowbelle'
Snowbelle Mockorange
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 4-6' x 4'; Upright, arching
- Double white flowers cover this arching fountain form in spring.
- Blooms on old wood; flowers produce a heavy citrus-like fragrance.
- Tolerant of adverse conditions.
Blooms in June-August • Flowers are Double, white
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Physocarpus
opufolius 'Minda' PPAF
Coppertina™ Ninebark
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 8' x 5'; Upright
- New foliage emerges bright copper in spring, transforming to a rich red in summer.
- Easy to care for, trim plant to maintain shape and height.
- Outstanding color gives a new dimension to the garden.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Late Spring • Flowers are White
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Physocarpus
opulifolius 'Dart's Gold'
Dart's Gold Ninebark
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 6-7' x 6-7'; Upright
- A great accent plant for gardens where heat, drought and alkaline soils prevail.
- Golden yellow leaves make a great contrast and background for other garden plants.
- Very hardy and thrives in nearly every condition.
Blooms in Late Spring • Flowers are White
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Physocarpus
opulifolius 'Monlo'' PP#11211
Diabolo® Ninebark
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 8' x 5'; Upright
- An exciting purple-leafed ninebark with dark, rich foliage.
- White flowers contrast spectacularly with the burgundy foliage in late spring.
- Very hardy and thrives in nearly every condition.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Late Spring • Flowers are White
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Physocarpus
Opulifolius 'Seward' PPAF
Summer Wine™ Ninebark
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 5-6' x 5-6'; Upright
- An improved ninebark, with neat compact branching and fine cut dark crimson-red leaves.
- Combines the best of 'Nana' and 'Diabolo', with pink button-like flowers in the summer - very showy.
- Requires little pruning and does well in containers.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Pink-white