Some shrubs make good habitats for wildlife. Give your shrubs plenty of water before transplanting them. In 2011, the Perennial Plant Association chose Amsonia hubrectii as the Perennial Plant of the Year, another outstanding endorsement. Prune your Crimson Kisses Weigela occasionally. Popular Varieties: Limelight, Quick Fire, Pinky Winky, Panicle. Drought Tolerant Plants The foliage is shiny dark green, almost black, and the leaves turn bronze before falling. Despite its name, this flowering perennial plant is not aggressive or invasivein fact, it's vitally important as a food source for Monarch butterfly caterpillars and a go-to nectar spot for hummingbirds and other butterflies. Take care of your plants while planting them to make sure that you wind up with healthy, good-looking shrubs. The Haaga fits anywhere you need a little more green, and it looks fantastic. Available on Etsy; $10.50. There is something quintessentially summery about lilac with its distinctive scent and flowers conjuring up lazy, hot days. Hydrangeas. Also known as Thorny elaeagnus, silverthorn, or spiny oleaster, these adaptable shrubs can tolerate heat, cold, and wet soil. The Haagas dark green leaves look incredible against its big pink flowers, and it loves the sun. Available on Amazon; $34.99. Yews thrive in partial to full sun in Zones 4 to 8 and reward you with beautiful (but inedible) fruits in early autumn. Few, if any, summer-flowering shrubs can rival this beauty, which is native from South Carolina all the way to Florida. Related to the carnation, Dianthus comes in multiple varieties, so theres one for nearly every garden scenario. 'Low maintenance does not mean no-maintenance,' as author, educator and shrub expert Eva Monheim (opens in new tab), reminds us. Available at The Home Depot; $17.99. The Lo & Behold is perfect for warmer climates. This re-blooming plant is easy to maintain and will bring you joy every time you see it. Expect beautiful shades of pink, blue, white, light green, and red throughout the summer and even early fall. Folks who prefer a wide color variety but cant take the time to prune or maintain their plants regularly would do well with the Little Henry shrub. Thanks for reading this guide to low maintenance shrubs. Its bright flowers contrast nicely with evergreens or a solid backdrop of brick or stone. This shrub is perfect in groupings and does best in moist, rich, well-drained soil in light to moderate shade.