1 Arborvitae "Golden Globe". This shrub is a slow grower. Most often seen as a 2-4-foot-high shrub, although it may reach a height of 6 after 70 years. It grows exceptionally well in the heat and humidity. It is 3 Water for the first 1-2 years. Once your hedge has been in the ground for several years and has had a chance to send roots deep into the soil, it will need very little supplemental water, if any. However, it is important to provide ample water during the first 1-2 growing seasons after planting. Picea(Spruces) Pinus (e.g. Mugo pines) Thuja (e.g. T. ‘Mirjam’, T. orientalis ‘Aurea nana’, T. plicata ‘4Ever goldy’ etc.) Tsuga (Hemlocks) It is a popular option to grow these small coniferous trees in containers surrounded by other evergreen perennials and ground cover or trailing plants to create entire landscapes in miniature. Witha height and spread of just 60cm (24"), this small evergreen shrub is perfect for a sunny or lightly shaded spot! 2. Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis. This compact sarcococca has creamy-white, scented flowers from November to May. Image: Sarcococca hookeriana var. Humilis from Thompson & Morgan. Hardiness USDA Z7-8 (RHS H4-5) Height: 6-8ft (m) Uses: Containers, border specimen, wall shrub; If you're looking for a winter-flowering shrub, this evergreen is a good option. It's a prolific, slightly exotic looking evergreen shrub with glossy foliage and single, semi-double or double flowers that are a little like roses. Ifyour yard is not very big, or if you’re trying to work with a smaller garden bed, it can be tough to find the right plants. Many grow too large, but these little evergreens are just EscalloniaIveyii is a stunning evergreen bushy shrub, has dark green glossy leaves and masses of white flowers in mid summer. Will grow in any garden in full sun or semi shade Thevariations in colour and texture of evergreen shrubs provide structure and interest to your garden, even in the dead of winter. They are also labour-saving, being easy to care Amuch faster grower than its emerald cousin, these shrubs for privacy grow around 2.5′ every year. While it reaches heights of up to 60 feet, simply prune down the branches to maintain the desired reach. Since these plants stretch anywhere between 12-20 feet in width, these fast growing evergreen shrubs for shade make the perfect privacy LargeEvergreen Shrubs. Large evergreen shrubs form the backbone of expansive beds and borders, bringing permanency and structure to the garden and acting as a foil for showier seasonal plants. “Evergreen” refers to the way they retain their leaves all year round, in contrast to deciduous bushes that drop their leaves in the autumn. KmXvgXp.