Ornamental shrubs
Give your garden a unique look with the versatile ornamental shrubs from Planten247. Whether you choose a profusely flowering ornamental shrub or a variety with decorative foliage, our collection offers structure and color year-round. Discover the ideal ornamental shrubs for your border or terrace and enjoy an atmospheric, lively outdoor space.
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Ceanothus impressus Victoria - American Lilac - Purple Flower - ↕90cm - Ø19cm
Ceanothus impressus Victoria is a beautiful standard plant that comes into its own perfectly in a border as well as in a pot on the balcony or terr...
View full detailsHydrangea panniculata Living Little Rosy - Plume Hydrangea - Pink - ↕20-30cm - Ø12cm - 3x
Hydrangea Panniculata Living Little Rosy is a beautiful plant that can serve as both a solitary specimen and a hedge. This special hydrangea has a ...
View full detailsHydrangea macrophylla White - Hydrangea - Hardy - White - 1 Plant - Pot 12cm - Height 20-30cm
Hydrangea Macrophylla White is a beautiful, versatile plant that offers an elegant appearance for both your border and your balcony or terrace. Thi...
View full detailsHydrangea macrophylla Red - Hydrangea - Hardy - Red - 3 Plants - 12cm Pot - Height 20-30cm
Hydrangea Macrophylla Red is a versatile plant that is perfect as a solitary specimen but also serves excellently as a hedge. This striking hydrang...
View full detailsLiriope muscari 'Monroe White' - Lily Grass - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
**Liriope muscari 'Monroe White'** is a beautiful, evergreen plant that adds a sophisticated look to your garden. With its grass-like, dark green l...
View full detailsLiriope muscari 'Big Blue' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Liriope muscari ‘Big Blue’** is a beautiful, evergreen ground cover that thrives perfectly in partial shade. With its elegant, narrow leaves and ...
View full detailsJapanese Maple - Acer palmatum Skeeters Broom - Purple - ↕70cm - Ø19cm
Acer palmatum Skeeters Broom is a beautiful Japanese maple with a unique appearance. This variety is known for its compact growth and beautiful lea...
View full detailsJapanese Maple - Acer palmatum Beni Maiko - Red - ↕70cm - Ø19cm
Acer palmatum Beni Maiko is a beautiful Japanese Maple known for its striking leaves and colors. This plant has a unique appearance that can enhanc...
View full detailsLiriope muscari 'Big Blue' - Lily Grass - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
**Liriope muscari ‘Big Blue’** is a beautiful, evergreen ground cover that thrives perfectly in partial shade. With its elegant, narrow leaves and ...
View full detailsLiriope muscari 'Big Blue' - Lily Grass - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
**Liriope muscari ‘Big Blue’** is a beautiful, evergreen ground cover that thrives perfectly in partial shade. With its elegant, narrow leaves and ...
View full detailsHydrangea Endles Summer The Original Blue - Hydrangea - Blue - ↕20-25cm - Ø14cm
Hydrangea Endless Summer The Original Blue is a versatile and beautiful plant that makes a valuable addition to any garden. This hydrangea is not o...
View full detailsHibiscus syriacus Blue Chiffon® - Plant on stem - Terrace Plant - ↕90cm - Ø19cm
Hibiscus syriacus Blue Chiffon® is a beautiful standard plant that is perfectly suited for your patio or balcony. This special hibiscus is known fo...
View full detailsHibiscus syriacus White Chiffon® - Standard plant - Patio plant - ↕90cm - Ø19cm
Hibiscus syriacus White Chiffon® is a beautiful standard plant that is perfect for your patio or balcony. This striking plant has large, graceful f...
View full detailsHydrangea - Hydrangea macrophylla Red - Red Flower - 1 Plant - Deciduous - Low Maintenance - Pot 17cm Height 30cm
Hydrangea macrophylla Red The Hydrangea macrophylla Red is a beautiful flowering plant that adds vibrant color to your garden. This hydrangea is kn...
View full detailsHanging geranium - Pelargonium peltatum Violet Ø12 cm - ↕20 cm - 8x
This product contains 8 plants. Appearance of the plant: The Pelargonium peltatum Violet has lush, trailing stems with deep purple flowers. The l...
View full detailsCeanothus thyrsiflorus Repens - American Lilac - Purple Flower - ↕90cm - Ø19cm
Ceanothus thyrsiflorus Repens is a beautiful standard plant that adds a touch of color and life to any garden. This plant is known for its striking...
View full detailsGeranium cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
The **Geranium cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'** is a low-growing ground cover (10-15 cm) that produces graceful white-pink flowers in May and June. This ...
View full detailsHortensia Wit - Hydrangea macrophylla - ↕40cm - Ø23cm
Endless Hydrangea, ook bekend als Hydrangea macrophylla, is een populaire kamerplant die bekend staat om zijn prachtige bloemen. Deze hortensia kom...
View full detailsHortensia - Hydrangea Curly Wurly Roze 9-15 Bloemen - ↕50cm - Ø23cm
Hortensia - Hydrangea Curly Wurly Roze 9-15 Bloemen - Ø23cm - ↕50cm
Hortensia - Hydrangea Teller Benxi (wit) 7-12 Bloemen - ↕45cm - Ø23cm
Hydrangea Teller Benxi (wit) 7-12 Bloemen - Ø23cm - ↕45cm
Hortensia - Hydrangea Teller Nizza Blue 7-12 Bloemen - ↕45cm - Ø23cm
Hortensia - Hydrangea Teller Nizza Blue 7 - 12 Kop - Ø23cm - ↕45cm
Hortensia - Hydrangea Curly Wurly Blauw 9-15 Bloemen - ↕50cm - Ø23cm
Hortensia - Hydrangea Curly Wurly Blauw 9-15 Kop - Ø23cm - ↕50cm
Acer palmatum Jordan - Japanse Esdoorn - Geel - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Jordan is een prachtige en veelzijdige plant die perfect is voor tuinen die zowel een solitair accent als een stijlvolle haag gewenst...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Jerre Swarts - Japanse Esdoorn - Oranje-Rood - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Jerre Swarts Is Een Prachtige Plant Die Perfect Geschikt Is Voor Beide Toepassingen: Als Solitair En Als Haag. Deze Plant Voegt Een U...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Emerald Lace - Japanse Esdoorn - Groen - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Emerald Lace is een prachtige toevoeging voor elke tuin, met zijn verfijnde, delicate bladeren die een natuurlijke en Japanse sfeer c...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Bloodgood - Japanse Esdoorn - Rood - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Bloodgood is een schitterende plant die perfect is als solitair maar ook prachtig als haag functioneert. Deze boom staat bekend om zi...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Summergold - Japanse Esdoorn - Geel - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Summergold is een prachtige toevoeging aan uw tuin, ideaal als solitaire plant of als verfijnde haag. Deze Japanse esdoorn staat beke...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Beni Maiko - Japanse Esdoorn - Rood - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Beni Maiko is een veelzijdige plant die zowel als solitair als in een haag prachtig tot zijn recht komt. Deze Japanse esdoorn is niet...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Skeeters Broom - Japanse Esdoorn - Rood - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Skeeters Broom is een fascinerende plant die perfect geschikt is als solitair of als haag. Met zijn compacte groeiwijze en elegante u...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Atropurpureum - Japanse Esdoorn - Paars - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Atropurpureum is een prachtige aanwinst voor iedere tuin, perfect als solitair maar ook als haag. Deze Japanse esdoorn staat bekend o...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Sangokaku - Japanse Esdoorn - Groen - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Sangokaku is een bijzondere plant die perfect kan functioneren als solitair, maar ook uitstekend als haag kan worden toegepast. Deze ...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Phoenix - Japanse Esdoorn - Groen - Rood - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Phoenix is een uitzonderlijke plant die perfect geschikt is als solitair of als haag. Deze prachtige Japanse esdoorn voegt een natuur...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Orange Dream - Japanse Esdoorn - Oranje - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Orange Dream is een prachtige Japanse esdoorn die perfect is als solitair maar ook als haag. Deze veelzijdige plant biedt niet alleen...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Methamorphosa - Japanse Esdoorn - Groen, Oranje - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Methamorphosa is een prachtige tuinplant die uitstekend functioneert als solitair, maar ook perfect kan dienen als elegante haag. Met...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Koto Hime - Japanse Esdoorn - Groen - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Koto Hime is een prachtige plant die perfect is als solitair exemplaar maar ook fantastisch als haag kan dienen. Deze Japanse esdoorn...
View full detailsAcer palmatum Katsura - Japanse Esdoorn - Groen - ↕90cm - Ø26cm
Acer Palmatum Katsura is een adembenemende Japanse esdoorn die uitermate geschikt is als solitair in uw tuin, maar ook perfect kan worden gebruikt ...
View full detailsAcer Palmatum Orange Dream - Japanese Maple - ↕50cm - Ø19cm
Maple is a popular and ornamental outdoor plant known for its vibrant colors and iconic leaves. This plant belongs to the genus Acer and is native ...
View full detailsHydrangea panniculata Living Infinity - Plume Hydrangea - White - ↕20-30cm - Ø12cm - 3x
Hydrangea Panniculata Living Infinity - The Perfect Addition to Your Garden The Hydrangea Panniculata Living Infinity is a versatile plant that is...
View full detailsHydrangea arborescens FlowerWOW - Hydrangea - White - ↕20-30cm - Ø14cm
Hydrangea Arborescens FlowerWOW is a versatile plant that can be a beautiful addition to any garden or balcony. This plant is suitable both as a so...
View full detailsHydrangea macrophylla Blue - Hydrangea - Blue - ↕20-30cm - Ø12cm - 3x
The Hydrangea Macrophylla Blue is a beautiful plant that not only looks stunning in your garden but is also very versatile. This hydrangea is ideal...
View full detailsHydrangea panniculata Limelight - Panicle Hydrangea - Hardy - Lime Green - 3 Plants - 12cm Pot - Height 20-30cm
Hydrangea Panniculata Limelight is a beautiful and versatile plant that is perfect for both solitary use and creating a stylish hedge. This substan...
View full detailsHydrangea macrophylla Red - Hydrangea - Hardy - Red - 1 Plant - Pot 12cm - Height 20-30cm
Hydrangea Macrophylla Red is a beautiful and versatile plant that comes into its own perfectly as a solitary addition to your garden, but is also e...
View full detailsHydrangea panniculata Living Pink & Rose - Panicle Hydrangea - Hardy - Pink - 1 Plant - 12cm Pot - Height 20-30cm
Hydrangea Panniculata Living Pink & Rose is a versatile plant that functions perfectly as a solitary specimen, but can also be used excellently as ...
View full detailsHydrangea arborescens Annabelle - Panicle Hydrangea - Hardy - White - 3 Plants - 12cm Pot - Height 20-30cm
The Hydrangea arborescens Annabelle is an excellent choice for both solitary planting and creating a lush hedge. This false hydrangea is known for ...
View full detailsHydrangea macrophylla Pink - Hydrangea - Hardy - Pink - 1 Plant - Pot 12cm - Height 20-30cm
Pink Hydrangea Macrophylla is a versatile and beautiful plant that is perfect for various uses in your garden. This plant is known for its lush, la...
View full detailsHydrangea arborescens FlowerWOW - Hydrangea - Hardy - White - 3 Plants - 14cm Pot - Height 20-30cm
Hydrangea Arborescens FlowerWOW is a versatile and beautiful plant that is perfect for both solitary use and as a hedge. This flowering beauty adds...
View full detailsHydrangea panniculata Living Little Rosy - Panicle Hydrangea - Hardy - Pink - 1 Plant - 12cm Pot - Height 20-30cm
Hydrangea Panniculata Living Little Rosy is a compact and versatile plant that serves perfectly as a solitary specimen, but is also extremely suita...
View full detailsHydrangea macrophylla Blue - Hydrangea - Hardy - Blue - 1 Plant - Pot 12cm - Height 20-30cm
Hydrangea Macrophylla Blue is a beautiful plant that can shine in your garden both as a solitary specimen and as a hedge, providing an atmospheric ...
View full detailsWhat are the best-known and most popular ornamental shrubs?
Within the Planten247 assortment, several species immediately stand out due to their popularity. The Hydrangea remains the undisputed queen among ornamental shrubs thanks to its large flower heads. The Butterfly Bush (Buddleja) is also very popular, as this ornamental shrub is a magnet for insects during the summer months. For those who love a colorful spring, the Forsythia and the Japanese Quince (Chaenomeles) are excellent choices. Additionally, we see that the Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) is frequently chosen for its refined leaf shapes and spectacular autumn colors, making it shine as a solitary object in many Dutch gardens.The benefits of ornamental shrubs
Adding an ornamental shrub to your garden design offers various practical and aesthetic benefits:
- Variation in height: They form the ideal intermediate layer between low perennials and tall trees.
- Year-round interest: By choosing wisely, you enjoy flowers in the spring, berries in the autumn, and a beautiful silhouette in the winter.
- Privacy and shelter: Denser-growing ornamental shrubs act as natural windbreaks or privacy screens.
- Low maintenance: Once established, most species require little extra care, while effectively suppressing weeds.
What to look for when buying ornamental shrubs?
When purchasing For ornamental shrubs, the location is the most important factor. Pay close attention to how many hours of sunshine the desired spot receives; a flowering ornamental shrub often needs more sun than a foliage plant. Also take the soil type into account; some plants prefer acidic forest soil, while others thrive on calcareous clay. Do not forget the mature size either. A young plant may look small at the garden center, but can grow to a substantial size in just a few years. Finally, check whether the species is deciduous or remains green during the winter period.
What types of ornamental shrubs are there?
The world of ornamental shrubs is enormously diverse. We can roughly divide them into groups based on their ornamental value:- Flowering shrubs: Think of the Weigela, Lilac, or Mock Orange for color and fragrance.
- Ornamental foliage shrubs: Species such as the Spindle or the Olive Willow that stand out due to their leaf color.
- Berry-bearing shrubs: The Pyracantha or Skimmia, which are decorative specifically in autumn and winter.
- Winter bloomers: The Witch Hazel or Viburnum tinus, which bloom when the rest of the garden is dormant.
At Planten247, you will find the right match for every garden style.
Where should I place my ornamental shrubs?
The placement of your The ornamental shrub largely determines the success. Use larger varieties as a background in a border to create depth. A compact ornamental shrub, on the other hand, comes into its own in a beautiful pot on the terrace or balcony. When planting, pay attention to the proximity of other plants; give them room to grow without crowding each other. Avoid places where water collects, as most ornamental shrubs prefer well-draining soil. A spot out of strong winds is especially recommended for evergreen varieties.
How do I care for my ornamental shrubs?
The care of an ornamental shrub varies by species, but a good basic approach is universal. Water young plants regularly during the first year, especially during dry summers. Pruning is essential to maintain the shape and stimulate flowering: prune spring-flowering varieties after flowering, and summer-flowering varieties in early spring. Fertilizing in March or April with organic granules gives the plant a good boost. For an ornamental shrub in a pot, extra attention to water and nutrition is necessary, as the roots can build up fewer reserves here than in open ground.Buy ornamental shrubs
Do you want to enrich your garden with color and structure? At Planten247, you can easily and safely buy the most beautiful ornamental shrubs. Our assortment has been carefully curated, where we select only plants of the highest quality directly from the grower. Whether you are looking for a classic ornamental shrub or a rare variety, we ensure fast and professional home delivery. View our selection, be inspired by the different colors and shapes, and order your new favorite addition to the garden today.
Frequently asked questions about ornamental shrubs
When is the best time to plant an ornamental shrub?
The best time is autumn or early spring. The soil is still warm then, or is starting to warm up, which stimulates root growth before the plant has to put energy into leaves and flowers.
Does every ornamental shrub need to be pruned every year?
No, many ornamental shrubs grow perfectly well without annual pruning. Pruning is primarily intended to keep the plant compact, promote flowering, or remove dead wood.
Are ornamental shrubs winter hardy?
Most ornamental shrubs in our assortment are excellently winter hardy. However, some Mediterranean species may require some protection during extreme frost, such as a layer of fleece.
Why isn't my ornamental shrub blooming?
This can be caused by pruning at the wrong time (causing you to cut off the flower buds), insufficient sunlight, or a lack of specific nutrients in the soil.
