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Designing with Edible Shrubs

The first order of business is to decide which shrubs to grow. Much of your decision will be determined by usage and site exposure. Do you need shrubs as foundation plantings around the house, a screen to block a utility box, or a barrier to the neighbor’s yard? Does the site get full sun, is it exposed to cold winter winds, or does it have poor soil? Selecting the right shrub for the usage is key. Some shrubs make great foundation plantings, while others will sprawl and spread and are better as informal hedges.