Colorful Fall Shrubs
Virginia Sweetspire - Itea virginica
Itea are noted for their fragrant white flower spikes in early summer and beautiful red and burgundy fall foliage. Leaves are deciduous, but persist well into autumn and sometimes even early winter. A versatile shrub for many areas in the landscape. Works well for foundation plantings, borders, and specimen plantings. Native to Pennsylvania.
Dwarf Burning Bush - Euonymus alatus 'Compactus'
An autumn classic, and for good reason! Leaves transition to an intense red in fall.
An excellent low maintenance choice for hedging in full sun - part shade.
Heavenly Bamboo - Nandina
A broadleaf evergreen for full sun - partially shaded areas.
Foliage transitions to a fiery red in fall. Leaves remain red throughout the winter.
Blueberries - Vaccinium
Just when you thought blueberries were done for the season, their foliage transitions to a vibrant red.
We love them not only for their fruit, but outstanding interest in the fall garden.
Oakleaf Hydrangea - Hydrangea quercifolia
A decidious shrub with beautiful blooms in spring - summer and gorgeous foliage in autumn.
Viburnum
Choose from several varieties; all with lovely burgundy, orange, and golden foliage tones and berries in fall.
Ours have not quite started to turn yet, but are producing berries.
Beautyberry - Callicarpa
With it's violet-purple berries in fall, Beautyberry is always a popular pick in autumn. Foliage transitions to yellow as the season progresses; creating an excellent backdrop for its vibrant berries.
Chokeberry - Aronia
Noted for its dark autumn berries and beautiful red fall color, Chokeberry makes an excellent addition to a spot with full sun - part shade. An excellent choice for a low maintenance hedge.