8 of the Prettiest Flowering Shrubs for Hedges

Azalea

Azaleas are grown for their dramatic spring trumpet-shaped blooms in a variety of colors.

Beautyberry

American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) has clusters of little pinkish white blossoms along its stem in late summer, but its fruits are what make it special.

Beautybush

In late spring, beautybush (Kolkwitzia amabilis) produces arching branches with exquisite pink bell-shaped blooms.

Bluebeard

Bluebeard (Caryopteris spp.), also known as blue-mist spirea, blooms late in the season with powder-puff blue, pink, or purple flowers on compact gray-green stems.

Bridalwreath Spirea

Bridal wreath spirea (Spiraea prunifolia) is a versatile, deer-resistant, drought-tolerant, and easy-to-grow hedge.

Chaste Tree

Chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus) is a multi-stemmed shrub or small tree with deeply lobed, complex leaves and scented lilac, blue, or white flowers that attract butterflies.

Deutzia

Deutzia wows early spring with its abundant white or pink blossoms on cascading branches. Few leaves are visible because tiny, fragrant bell-shaped flowers cover the plant.

Dwarf Crape Myrtle

Azaleas are grown for their dramatic spring trumpet-shaped blooms in a variety of colors.