ShrubRoselle
Hibiscus sabdariffa
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 5-7 feet × 3-4 feet
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Shrubs
Foundation plantings, hedges, and accent shrubs for St. Augustine gardens.
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ShrubShrubSaltbush
Baccharis halimifolia
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low to Moderate
- Size
- 5-12 feet × 4-8 feet
ShrubSasanqua Camellia
Camellia sasanqua
- Light
- Part Sun, Full Sun (with afternoon shade protection)
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 4-15 feet × 6-10 feet
ShrubSnowrose
Serissa foetida
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade (morning sun preferred; avoid harsh afternoon sun)
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 2-4 feet × 2-4 feet
ShrubSpanish Stopper
Eugenia foetida
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 9-15 feet × 8-12 feet
ShrubSt. Andrew's Cross
Hypericum hypericoides
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Low to Moderate
- Size
- 2-4 feet × 1-3 feet
ShrubSweetshrub
Calycanthus floridus
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 6-9 feet × 6-12 feet
ShrubTough Bully
Sideroxylon tenax
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 15-25 feet × 10-20 feet
ShrubTropical Hibiscus
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 4-10 feet × 4-8 feet
ShrubVirginia Sweetspire
Itea virginica
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 3-6 feet × 3-6 feet
ShrubWinter Daphne
Daphne odora
- Light
- Part Shade, Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 3-4 feet × 2-4 feet
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Shrubs Questions
What shrubs make a good privacy hedge in Zone 9b?+
Several evergreen shrubs form dense screens in Northeast Florida; choose by mature height, sun, and how much trimming you want to do.
How far apart should I plant hedge shrubs?+
Spacing depends on the species and mature width; closer spacing fills in faster, while proper spacing keeps plants healthy long term.
When should I prune flowering shrubs?+
Prune most flowering shrubs right after they bloom so you do not remove the buds for next season.
How much maintenance do shrubs need?+
It depends on the type. Some shrubs need only light yearly shaping, while formal hedges need regular trimming to stay dense and neat.
Which shrubs work for a low-maintenance yard?+
Several evergreen shrubs hold their shape with little trimming in Zone 9b. Tell us your light and space and our team can point you to easy-care options.