What are some Hardy Shrubs?
Shrubbery, or shrubs, are often used to line walkways, create hedges and frame gardens. Their versatile nature is due in part to having a lower height than many trees at full maturity, the variety of sizes and colors, maintenance requirements, as well as their hardiness. Hardy shrubs can be described as those that can withstand extremes in temperature, exposure, and moisture conditions, as well as varied types of soil. The U.S.D.A. (United States Department of Agriculture) has divided the U.S. into multiple zones according to temperature range. This is referred to as the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map. This zone map can be used as a guide when deciding what to plant in and around a garden, however, hardy shrubs may do well in a geographical zone other than its native location. As an example, Mr. Gardener of Denver, CO is located in zone 5 according to the Hardiness Zone Map. His physical location is subject to cold temperatures, freezing and snow. Mr. Gardener wants to plant a hardy shr
