Shrubs for Kansas Landscapes

This extension bulletin offers practical guidance to select and place woody shrubs in Kansas yards, matching species and varieties to site conditions and intended landscape uses (accents, borders, screening, privacy, erosion control, groundcover, transitions). It explains how size, form, color, and texture affect visual impact; advises placement around entries, corners, windows, and foundation lines; recommends staggering blooms to achieve continuous seasonal interest; and describes size and evergreen/deciduous categories. Tables and plant descriptions help compare expected mature size and performance, and nursery-selection notes assist readers in procuring appropriate cultivars for local conditions.