Shrubs That Do Not Freeze

Lily-of-the-Valley Bush

• The lily-of-the-valley bush features glossy, dark green leaves. According to Gardening Eden, in winter and spring this shrub produces an array of tiny white flowers which contrast well with the glossy green of the leaves. This shrub grows to around 12 feet tall and 10 feet wide at its full maturity if left unpruned.

Dwarf Alberta Spruce

• These evergreen shrubs are particularly hardy plants to have in the garden. They grow in a classic kind of Christmas tree shape. According to Fine Gardening Magazine, the Dwarf Alberta Spruce won't grow beyond four feet tall, and grows very slowly, making it good for potting when younger. The shrub is common in the gardens of North America and is often used for hedges or wind breaks.

Little Giant Cedar

• This evergreen grows in a globe shape and is a hardy plant. It is a compact variety of evergreen, and will only grow between 2 and 3 feet in height. Since its round shape is its natural form, the Little Giant Cedar requires little pruning. This is a popular landscaping plant because of its easy maintenance and the whimsical touch it adds to the garden.

Hetz Midget

• The Hetz Midget is one of the smallest varieties of evergreen shrubs and is a perfect border plant, as it is easy to maintain and keeps its shape well. It is a slow-growing shrub, and at full maturity will reach a maximum height of three feet. When mature the Hetz Midget makes an excellent hedging plant due to its dense growth and easy maintenance.

Holmstrup Aborvitae

• A hardy, conical evergreen which has the reputation of being deer-resistant, the Holmstrup Aborvitae is an easy-to-grow plant; it maintains its shape well, and requires little maintenance to keep looking good in the garden. It is a compact plant and, according to Fine Gardening Magazine, is suited for use as a garden wind break. Because of its slow growth, the Holmstrup Aborvitae is suitable for potting when young. It grows to around four feet at maturity; its bushy foliage gives an extra-textured look to the garden.