Red-Twig Dogwood Upright, spreading Sun to part shade. 6–10’ H × 6–10’ W. Brilliant red stems provide winter interest; attracts birds.

Oregon Grape ‍ ‍ Dense evergreen. Sun to shade 3–6’ H × 3–5’ W State flower of Oregon; yellow spring flowers followed by blue berries.

Pacific Rhododendron ‍ Broad evergreen. Part shade 8–15’ H × 8–12’ W Large pink blooms; native to the Pacific Northwest.

Pieris Japonica ‍ ‍ Upright evergreen Part shade 8–12’ H × 6–8’ W Early spring flowers and colorful new growth.

Viburnum Tinus ‍ ‍ Rounded evergreen Sun to part shade 6–12’ H × 6–10’ W Winter blooms, berries, and year-round foliage.

Hydrangea Paniculata Upright, vase-shaped Sun to part shade 6–10’ H × 6–8’ W Large summer flower clusters that age to pink and tan.

Physocarpus Opulifoliuss Arching, multi-stemmed Full sun 6–10’ H × 6–8’ W Tough and adaptable; colorful foliage varieties available.

Camellia Sasanqua ‍ ‍ Dense evergreen Part shade 6–12’ H × 4–8’ W. Fall and winter flowers when little else is blooming.

Sarcococca Confusa Compact evergreen. Shade to part shade 3–5’ H × 3–5’ W Tiny winter flowers with an incredible fragrance.

Japanese Kerria Upright, arching Part shade to shade 4–8’ H × 4–6’ W Bright yellow spring flowers, attractive green stems in winter, blooms well in areas where many flowering shrubs struggle.