Shrubs are often called the “bones” of the garden. That is because they do so much more than engage our senses. Shrubs can define space, provide wildlife shelter, and add texture and interest, year after year, as a permanent part of our landscape. Not every shrub will grow everywhere, so when you are planning to increase your shrub population, be sure to keep your region in mind. If you live in California or Nevada, you’ll want to look at drought tolerant shrubs for the western United States. Here are a few of our favorites. Western Shrubs What do western gardeners look for when it comes to shrubs? Given the continuing lack of sufficient rainfall, drought tolerance is an important quality. In addition, many homeowners like to bring in native shrubs that are known to be low-maintenance. Some California bushes and Nevada shrubs provide habitat or nurture for wildlife, and these […]
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