What are the species of evergreen shrubs in the north
Answering netizens' questions about the species of evergreen shrubs in the north and sharing knowledge about evergreen plants and flowers that stay green throughout the year, the introduction is as follows:
In the area north of the Yellow River in our country, every winter, flowers wither, leaves fall, presenting a desolate scene. However, with the development of society and the improvement of landscaping standards, many evergreen shrubs have been introduced into northern cities, adding greenery to the winter.
Of course, to distinguish from the "evergreen trees" listed in our last article, we have compiled 16 common evergreen shrubs in cities for everyone to appreciate.
1. Fatsia japonica
Araliaceae, Fatsia japonica is an evergreen shrub or small tree with palmate leaves, about 8 lobes, which is named for its appearance of having 8 angles. Its leaf tufts are glossy and green throughout the year, and the leaves resemble green palms. It is shade-tolerant and is often planted near rock formations or large trees in gardens, and can also be used as an ornamental leaf plant for indoor, hall, and venue displays. Flowering period is October to November, and fruit ripening period is the following April. Fatsia japonica symbolizes strength and resilience, its flower language is wealth from all directions, gathering talent from all sides, and going to a higher level, which is loved by many.
2. Ilex crenata
Wintergreen family, Ilex crenata is a multi-branched evergreen shrub distributed in Fujian, Guangdong, Shandong, and Japan. It flowers from May to June and bears fruit from September to October. It can grow up to 5 meters tall; the leaves are small and dense, elliptical or oblong, named for their resemble to turtle shell; its branches and trunks are strong and ancient, with dense and dark green leaves, having good ornamental value. Gardens often plant them in groups as ground cover, and they are also commonly used in colorful blocks and strips for basic planting.
3. Osmanthus fragrans
Osmanthus is a common name for many trees in the Osmanthus family, with Osmanthus fragrans as the representative species, also known as rock osmanthus, belonging to the Osmanthus family as an evergreen shrub or small tree, with hard wood and thin bark, small flowers, and strong fragrance. It has many horticultural varieties, with the most representative being golden osmanthus, silver osmanthus, red osmanthus, and moon osmanthus. Osmanthus is one of China's traditional top ten famous flowers, combining greening, beautification, and fragrance, making it an excellent garden species for both ornamental and practical purposes. Especially in mid-Autumn, clusters of osmanthus bloom, enjoying osmanthus with wine, the aroma is refreshing, making people feel clear-headed and refreshed.
4. Pittosporum tobira