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Article: Late-blooming shrubs color yards.(Home & Garden)(The art of gardening)
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- Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL)
- Article date:
- August 21, 2005
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Byline: Mara Baker The Planter's Palette
Although shrubs are mostly known for their beautiful profusion of blossoms throughout the spring, they should also be considered a valuable resource for heightening color in the late summer and early fall. In fact, many late-blooming shrubs are versatile plants that require little care, will thrive in diverse conditions and provide a backbone for the perennial border.
Probably the most popular shrub for the perennial border is the hydrangea. There are many cultivars that bloom throughout the early summer, most notably Hydrangea aborescens Annabelle. However, there are also numerous cultivars that bloom in July and ...