The 10 Most Beautiful Shrubs to Plant in Your Yard

Shrubs are the all stars of any garden because they do it all: Attract pollinators, create screening and privacy, and offer brilliant splashes of color. Best of all, most shrubs thrive for years without requiring much work on your part! To make sure your plant gets a good start in life, choose the right plant for the right place. First, make sure it's suited for your USDA hardiness zone. Then pay attention to where you plant it: Does it need full sun (6 or more hours of direct sun per day) or partial shade (about 3 to 4 hours)? Don’t forget to water after planting-and regularly for the first two season- to help it get established.

Here are a few of our favorite showstoppers for every type of garden.