Q.Low Maintenance, Large Shrubs Ideas?
Hi, we are based in South West UK, have a south facing garden, no idea what soil type 🙂 I am looking for some large evergreen bushes/shrubs that we can plant to fill this long large perimeter flower bed. Ideally I’m thinking 4 large shrubs/bushes that will grow quickly to fill the space, and require very little maintenance. Its quite a big garden, so need large bush / shrub variety It would also be nice if they flowered to provide some colour. Have to be dog and young child friendly. The empty bed is at least 15m long and 2m+ wide in places I’d love some suggestions! Thank you
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You’re area will be most similar to our USDA zone 8-9, so you’ve got good options for big, evergreen, low-maintenance shrubs. Try Camellia japonica (glossy leaves, winter-spring blooms), Choisya ternata (fast-growing, fragrant white flowers), Escallonia (tough, drought-tolerant, pink/red/white summer blooms), or Viburnum tinus (winter flowers, berries). All are dog/kid-friendly and will fill your space fast with minimal effort!
