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We recommend 26 of the best flowering shrubs, so that with careful planning, you can enjoy flowers in your garden for 12 months of the year. <\/p>

By Stephanie Mahon\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Monday, 13 March 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Shrubs are often described as the backbone of a garden, and can offer not only beautiful flowers but height and structure, foliage<\/a> and berries.<\/p>\n

Flowering shrubs are often excellent for attracting bees<\/a>, butterflies<\/a> and other pollinators, and many have the added bonus of deliciously scented flowers<\/a>. They can also provide much needed shelter, food and habitat for wildlife<\/a> \u2013 birds are more likely to visit bird feeders if they have protective shrubs to dart in and out of.<\/p>\n

Read about the best shrubs for birds<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Some flowering shrubs have evergreen foliage and look good all year round; others are deciduous, and may offer beautiful foliage in autumn before it falls. Deciduous shrubs can be underplanted with spring bulbs such as crocus<\/a> or spring flowers such as primulas, which flower before shrubs come into leaf.<\/p>\n

You can grow flowering shrubs as focal points in a front garden or lawn or grow them in a mixed border of shrubs, perennials and annuals.<\/p>\n

There are flowering shrubs to suit every garden. Choose carefully and you can enjoy shrubs in flower in every season of the year.<\/p>\n

Are there any shrubs that flower all year?<\/h3>\n

There are no shrubs that flower continuously all year round. However, some shrubs do flower for a very long time, straddling two seasons, such as abelia, which starts flowering in summer and continues well into autumn. With a little planning you can plant flowering shrubs to add interest in your garden for 12 months of the year.<\/p>\n

Best flowering shrubs for spring<\/h2>\n

Camellia<\/h3>\n
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Camellia \u2018Mary Phoebe Taylor\u2019<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Camellias bear rose-like blooms in early spring, in a range of colours including white, pale pink and red, and have glossy, evergreen foliage. They are woodland plants, so prefer light shade and acid soil \u2013 if you don\u2019t have acid soil in your garden, grow in a pot in ericaceous (lime-free) compost<\/a>. Read about the best camellias to grow<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>February\/March\/April, depending on type\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>Evergreen\nHeight x spread:<\/strong> 1-4m x 1-4mBest for:<\/strong> Acid soil, shade, containersScent?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n

Japanese quince (Chaenomeles japonica<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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Japanese quince (Chaenomeles japonica<\/em>) is a beautiful wall shrub with attractive orange, crimson, white or peach flowers from March to May. It may produce small green or yellow quinces later in the season, which can be made into jelly. It is not fussy about soil, or aspect.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>March\/AprilEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>Deciduous<\/strong>Height x spread: <\/strong>1m x 2mBest for: <\/strong>wall training, back of a borderScent?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n

Flowering currant (Ribes sanguineum<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>Flowering currant (Ribes sanguineum<\/em>) used to be a ubiquitous species in our gardens, introduced to the UK from the US in 1817. There are many welcome early spring-flowering cultivars that bear hanging clusters of flowers, in shades of red, pink, crimson or white. They provide lots of early nectar for bees (in the US they are an important source of nectar for hummingbirds). It can be grown as an informal hedge. Grow in a sunny spot, in moist soil.\n

Flowers: <\/strong>March\/AprilEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>Deciduous<\/strong>Height x spread: <\/strong>1.5m x 1.5mBest for: <\/strong>mixed border, wildlife value, informal hedgeScent?<\/strong> Aromatic, currant-scented leaves<\/p>\n

California lilac (Ceanothus<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>There are both evergreen and deciduous types of Ceanothus<\/em>. They are grown for their usually vivid blue, but sometimes white or pink, flowers. They can form large shrubs or small trees, and some can also be trained against a wall, or grown as an informal hedge. Grow in a sheltered, sunny spot.\n

Flowers: <\/strong>April\/MayEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>Evergreen or deciduous, depending on variety\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>From 1m x 1m, depending on varietyBest for: <\/strong>wall training, informal hedge, mixed borderScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Pieris<\/h3>\n
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Pieris are small, evergreen shrubs. In late winter and early spring, the fresh new leaves and shoots have beautiful and eye-catching pink or red tips. In mid spring, they bear small white or pink bell-like blooms. They need acid soil and grow well in pots \u2013 use ericaceous compost. Grow in sun or part shade.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>April\/MayEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>Evergreen\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>1m x 1.5mBest for: <\/strong>attractive foliage in springScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Rhododendron<\/h3>\n
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Rhododendron \u2018Muncaster Trumpet\u2019<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Rhododendrons bear masses of flowers in bright tones of red, pink, purple, yellow, white or purple. They like acid soil and some shade, so work well in woodland schemes. Compact and dwarf cultivars like Rhododendron<\/em> \u2018Princess Anne\u2019 are best for small gardens.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>April\/May\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>Evergreen\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>from 1m x 1m, depending on typeBest for: <\/strong>bright flowers, acid soilScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Lilac (Syringa<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>Lilacs are shrubs or small trees that have intensely fragrant, cone-shaped clusters of flowers \u2013 mostly in pale mauve, but also other shades, including dark magenta and white. Recent breeding has made these traditional shrubs appealing to modern gardeners: Syringa meyeri<\/em> \u2018Palibin\u2019 and \u2018Red Pixie\u2019 are perfect for small gardens, while The Bloomerang Series, which includes \u2018Pink Perfume\u2019 and \u2018Dark Purple\u2019, repeat flower. They do well on neutral or alkaline soil.\n

Flowers: <\/strong>April\/May\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>from 1m x 1m, depending on varietyBest for: <\/strong>scent, wildlife, alkaline soilScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Best summer flowering shrubs<\/h2>\n

Weigela<\/h3>\n
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Weigelas are low-maintenance shrubs with funnel-shaped flowers in deep red, pink, white or yellow that are enjoyed by pollinators. Most bloom in midsummer, but newer cultivars such as Weigela<\/em> \u2018Picobella Rosa\u2019 go through to early autumn. Some also have foliage in shades of bronze, purple, yellow or variegated. Weigelas look good towards the back of a mixed border. Grow in sun or partial shade.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>May\/June\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>from around 1m x 1mBest for: <\/strong>wildlife, back of a borderScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Mexican orange blossom (Choisya<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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Choisya have glossy aromatic foliage and scented white flowers in late spring and early summer. They are easy to grow and compact, so excellent for small gardens. Choisya<\/em> x dewitteana<\/em> \u2018Aztec Pearl\u2019 sometimes repeat flowers in August or September. Choisya<\/em> x dewitteana<\/em> Apple Blossom is a compact new cultivar with pale pink and white flowers and also repeat flowers.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>May \/June\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>evergreen\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>from 1m x 1mBest for: <\/strong>small gardens, scented flowersScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Mock orange (Philadelphus<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>Philadelphus produces an abundance of snowy-white blooms in late spring and summer, which have a strong intoxicating fragrance, almost identical to that of orange blossom. The fragrance is especially strong early in the morning and in the evening. It is very easy to grow and care for. \u2018Manteau d\u2019Hermine\u2019 is a compact variety, suitable for small gardens. The single-flowered varieties are loved by bees. Grow in full sun, in moist, well-drained soil.\n

Flowers: <\/strong>May\/June\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>1.5m x 1.5mBest for: <\/strong>intoxicating scent, elegant lookScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Elderflower (Sambucus<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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Elder is a hedgerow plant but there are garden varieties available too, with attractive foliage and white or pink flowers in early summer. These are pleasantly scented and can be used to make elderflower cordial. Sambucus nigra<\/em> f. porphyrophylla<\/em> \u2018Eva\u2019 (syn. \u2018Black Lace\u2019) has attractive purple-black foliage and pink blooms, while Sambucus nigra<\/em> f. porphyrophylla<\/em> \u2018Gerda\u2019 (syn. \u2018Black Beauty\u2019) has reddish-black leaves and dark-pink flowers (which will turn cordial an attractive shade of pink). In autumn, black berries will form, which birds love. They are edible, but should not be eaten raw as they cause stomach upsets. They can be cooked and used to make an elderberry tincture \u2013 a powerful antiviral.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>May\/June\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>approx 2m x 2mBest for: <\/strong>wildlife, edible flowers and berries (after cooking)Scent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Flowering dogwood (Cornus kousa<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>There are few more breathtaking sights than a flowering dogwood in full bloom. These beautiful large shrubs or small trees have eye-catching white or pink flowers that are actually modified leaves, called bracts. Flowering dogwoods prefer neutral to acid, reasonably moist, but well-drained fertile soil, with plenty of organic matter. Many, such as Cornus<\/em> \u2018Porlock\u2019 and Cornus florida<\/em> \u2018Cherokee Chief\u2019, make splendid flowering trees for small gardens. Cornus<\/em> are at their best with light shade. Read our guide to the best flowering dogwoods<\/a>.\n

Flowers: <\/strong>June\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>around 3m x 5m but each variesBest for: <\/strong>stunning displayScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Hebe<\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>Most hebes have mounded, evergreen grey-green foliage and bottlebrush-like flowers in shades of purple, blue, pink, red or white, over a long period. Plant in a sunny spot; they do best in poor, well drained soil. Deadhead regularly for the most blooms. Hebes make ground cover, informal low hedges and interesting, evergreen interest in the front or middle of a border. Read our expert guide to growing hebes<\/a>.\n

Flowers: <\/strong>June\/July\/August\/September\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>evergreen\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>40cm to 1.5mBest for: <\/strong>long flowering; evergreen interestScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Butterfly bush (Buddleia<\/em>)<\/h3>\n

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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>Buddleia<\/em> or Buddleja<\/em> are deciduous shrubs known for their cones of fragrant flowers, beloved by pollinators, including butterflies \u2013 their common name is the butterfly bush. They are typically purple but also magenta, white, mauve and even yellow. Some types grow very large and need regular pruning and deadheading to prevent spread, but recent breeding has produced many attractive and more compact varieties, making them ideal for smaller gardens. Buddleia davidii<\/em> \u2018Pink Delight\u2019 is smaller and has honey-scented flowers. The \u2018Buzz\u2019 and \u2018Candy\u2019 series are compact, suitable for smaller gardens and pots. Cut buddleias back hard in spring.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>July\/August\/September\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>decidous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>from 80cm to 5m, depending on varietyBest for: <\/strong>pollinators, long flowering timeScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Smoke bush (Cotinus<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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Cotinus<\/em> Dusky Maiden (= \u2018Londus\u2019)<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Richard Bloom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Cotinus are large shrubs with green, purple or gold leaves and hazy tufts of fluffy flowers in summer; many have excellent autumn foliage colour too. The common name of smoke bush or smoke tree is inspired by the flowers, which form a smoky haze around the plant. Cotinus<\/em> \u2018Grace\u2019 is a popular variety that also has excellent foliage colour in autumn.<\/span><\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>June\/July\/August\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>approx 3m x 3m, but sizes varyBest for: <\/strong>flowers and autumn colourScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Read our guide to growing cotinus<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hydrangea<\/h3>\n
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Hydrangea aspera<\/em> \u2018Villosa Group\u2019<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

There are many different types of hydrangeas, from lacecaps that have flat flowerheads with larger petals on the outside, to mopheads that have big round blooms and the more modern Hydrangea paniculata<\/em> varieties that have cone-shaped blooms and are incredibly long flowering. They come in an array of colours from white and pink, to deep blue when grown in acid soil. Hydrangea arborescens<\/em> \u2018Annabelle\u2019 and Hydrangea paniculata<\/em> \u2018Limelight\u2019 are a favourite with garden designers. Oakleaf hydrangeas (Hydrangea quercifolia<\/em>) have good autumn foliage colour, too. Hydrangea anomala<\/em> subsp. petiolaris<\/em> is a climbing variety. Grow hydrangeas in sun or light shade, in moist soil.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>July\/August\/September\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>from 1m x 1mBest for: <\/strong>long flowering seasonScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Fuchsia<\/h3>\n
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Fuchsia \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Hardy fuchsias have dainty, often two-tone flowers that look like ballerinas in tutus, in shades of white, red, pink and purple. They can be incredibly long flowering. Popular cultivars include \u2018Lady Boothby\u2019 and \u2018Mrs Popple\u2019. Fuchsia magellanica<\/em>\u00a0var.\u00a0molinae <\/em>makes a good informal flowering hedge.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>June\/July\/August\/September\/October\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>mostly deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>sizes varyBest for: <\/strong>incredibly long flowering timeScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Read about the best fuchsias for your garden<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bluebeard (Caryopteris<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>Caryopteris are compact shrubs that bear scented blue flowers, shown off by their green-grey foliage, from late summer and into autumn. They are adored by bees and butterflies and are drought tolerant plants<\/a> \u2013 grow them in a warm, sunny spot. Go for \u2018Heavenly Blue\u2019 or \u2018Kew Blue\u2019, or a cultivars with white or pink flowers such as \u2018Pink Perfection\u2019. They combine well with ornamental grasses<\/a>, asters<\/a> and other late flowering perennials.\n

Flowers: <\/strong>August\/September\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>from 1m x 1mBest for: <\/strong>combining with late summer perennials; bees and butterfliesScent?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n

Best flowering shrubs for autumn<\/h2>\n

Many flowering shrubs straddle summer and autumn \u2013 see our Summer selection, above.<\/p>\n

Abelia<\/h3>\n
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Many summer-flowering shrubs straddle summer and autumn, and abelias are no exception. They have an incredibly long flowering time, often beginning as early as June and continuing until October or November. They produce masses of small, white\/pink trumpet-like flowers that are scented and a magnet for bees. They are slightly tender, so best grown in a sheltered spot. \u2018Sunshine Dream\u2019 is a compact variety. Abelias are semi evergreen, retaining their leaves for much of the year, especially in sheltered gardens.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>July\/August\/September\/October\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>from 1m x 1mBest for: <\/strong>combining with late summer perennials; bees and butterfliesScent?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n

Plumbago (Ceratostigma willmottianum<\/em>)<\/h3>\n

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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>This unusual, compact shrub has bright cobalt-blue flowers (loved by bees) from August to October, complemented by reddish autumn leaves as the season progresses. Grow in a sheltered, sunny spot. It combines well with ornamental grasses<\/a>, asters<\/a> and other late flowering perennials.<\/span><\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>August\/September\/October\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>1m x 1mBest for: <\/strong>combining with late summer perennials; beesScent?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n

Camellia sasanqua<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Camellia sasanqua<\/em> \u2018Narumigata\u2019<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Most camellias flower in late winter and early spring, but Camellia sasanqua<\/em> types flower in late autumn and early winter, when not much else is in flower. They have evergreen leaves and beautiful, scented flowers in a range of colours, including white and red. Unlike spring-flowering camellias, they do well in a sunny spot<\/a>. They can also be grown as an informal and unusual hedge. Compact cultivars grow well in containers.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>October\/November\/December\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>evergreen\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>3m x 3mBest for: <\/strong>autumn flowersScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Spindle (Euonymus europaeus<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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Euonymus europaeus \u2018Red Cascade\u2019<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The \u2018flowers\u2019 of these bushy shrubs are actually brightly coloured, winged fruits that smother the plant in autumn (spindles actually produce insignificant flowers in late spring or early summer). These fruits split to reveal seeds in contrasting colours \u2013 usually pink casings with metallic-blue or orange seeds. This coupled with stunning autumn foliage makes the plant an arresting sight. Euonymus europaeus<\/em> \u2018Red Cascade\u2019 is one of the best cultivars. Euonymus are tough plants that are happy in most soils and conditions.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>Fruits from September\/October\/November\/December\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>1.5 to 4m x 1.5m to 4m.Best for: <\/strong>autumn fruits and stunning autumn foliageScent? <\/strong>No<\/p>\n

Read our expert guide to growing euonymus<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Best flowering shrubs for winter<\/h2>\n

Viburnum<\/h3>\n
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Viburnum carlesii<\/em> \u2018Aurora\u2019<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Richard Bloom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Depending on the variety, the white or pink flowers of viburnums appear from autumn to late spring. They are often stongly scented. Viburnums are easygoing, low maintenance shrubs that grow well in sun or partial shade. There are many viburnums to choose from: Viburnum tinus<\/em> \u2018Eve Price\u2019 is a popular evergreen variety with flowers from December to April; Viburnum<\/em> x bodnantense<\/em> \u2018Dawn\u2019 has globe-shaped clusters of scented flowers from November to March.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>autumn to spring, depending on variety\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>evergreen or deciduous, depending on variety\nHeight x spread:<\/strong>Best for: <\/strong>scented flowers, winter interestScent? <\/strong>Often scented<\/p>\n

Witch hazel (Hamamelis<\/em>)<\/h3>\n
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Hamamelis, or witch hazel, bear spidery, citrus-scented flowers in shades of yellow, orange or red along their bare branches in winter. Many cultivars also have good autumn foliage colour too. Good choices include Hamamelis<\/em> x intermedia<\/em> \u2018Pallida\u2019, with yellow flowers and \u2018Jelena\u2019, with orange blooms. Grow in a sunny spot.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>December\/January\/February\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>deciduous\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>approx 3m x 3mBest for: <\/strong>scent, unusual bloomsScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Read our expert guide to growing Hamamelis<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Daphne<\/h3>\n
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Daphne<\/em> \u2018Spring Beauty\u2019<\/span><\/figcaption> \u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

These evergreen shrubs bear star-shaped, scented flowers in winter and as they are compact, are ideal for smaller gardens. They are woodland<\/a> plants, so grow them in dappled shade; if you can, plant them somewhere close to the house, where their scent can be appreciated, even if you don\u2019t venture far into the garden on a cold day. Daphnes can take a while to establish.<\/p>\n

Flowers: <\/strong>January\/February\/March\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>evergreen\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>1.5m x 1.5mBest for: <\/strong>evergreen interest, scentScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n

Read our expert guide to growing daphnes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mahonia<\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Getty Images<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>The scented, cheery yellow flowers of mahonia appear in late autumn, winter and spring and are a valuable food source for early bees<\/a> and pollinators. Most have evergreen holly-like leaves and dark purple berries; Mahonia<\/em> \u2018Soft Caress\u2019 is a new cultivar that has thinner, feathery leaves and honey-scented blooms.\n

Flowers: <\/strong>November\/December\/January\/February\/March\nEvergreen\/deciduous: <\/strong>evergreen\nHeight x spread: <\/strong>3m x 3mBest for: <\/strong>long-lasting flowers, scent, pollinatorsScent? <\/strong>Yes<\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n

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