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Fall is generally the best time to plant shrubs across most of the US, giving roots a head start before spring's growth demands. This collection covers flowering and evergreen shrubs for borders, hedging, and foundation plantings.
Shrub Planting & Pruning Basics
Per Clemson Cooperative Extension, dig the planting hole 2 to 5 times wider than the root ball, remove all burlap, twine, and wire baskets where possible, and mulch 2 to 3 inches deep, kept 2 to 3 inches away from the stems. Pruning timing depends on when a shrub blooms: spring-flowering shrubs (azalea, forsythia, hydrangea) should be pruned right after they finish flowering, while summer-flowering shrubs (crapemyrtle, rose-of-Sharon) are pruned before spring growth begins. Thinning cuts are generally preferred over shearing, since they keep the shrub full on the inside rather than just at the surface.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant shrubs?
Fall is generally the best time in most of the US, giving roots a head start before spring.
When should I prune flowering shrubs?
It depends on bloom timing — prune spring-bloomers right after they flower, and summer-bloomers before new spring growth begins.
Should I remove the burlap before planting a shrub?
Yes — remove all burlap, twine, and wire basket material where possible before backfilling the hole.
Source: Clemson Cooperative Extension — Planting Shrubs Correctly and Pruning Shrubs.
