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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Thomas Rutter

Best dwarf evergreens for small spaces – 5 compact shrubs for year-round greenery

Dwarf evergreen hebe in a garden border.

Dwarf evergreens are perfect for maintaining interest in the garden, even in small spaces. Fortunately, there are many attractive species to choose from, all of which retain their foliage during dark and cold winter months.

As a former professional gardener, I’ve used many different dwarf evergreens in planting schemes, finding them particularly useful in urban plots where space is often at a premium. And, far from just forming the backbone of schemes, many dwarf evergreens are fragrant, have unusual coloring or even produce brilliant blooms, more than earning their spot in any yard.

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