Tried-and-True Shrubs & Perennials

Over my gardening years plants have come and gone, but a few have proven themselves for the long-haul and get planted in every garden I've had. They include evergreens, flowering shrubs, and the toughest perennials that truly do come back every year.
These lists of my favorites are not unusual, hard to find, or expensive. I can't justify spending large amounts just to have the newest or most unusual plants. I look for beauty, longevity, and low initial cost all wrapped up in the easiest care possible. And these all fit the bill.
The easiest, no-fail, tried-and-true shrubs & perennials.
Spirea made the list for sure - it blooms in sun or partial shade!
I can never have too many hydrangeas. Sigh. (No, clematis didn't make the list - I grow them, but they are fussy for me!)
Jami @ An Oregon Cottage
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  • Nancy Nancy on Jun 19, 2015
    Can any one tell me why my new endless summer Hydrangeas the leaves are turning brown, and some have holes in the leaves. I have not planted these hydrangeas yet they are still in the pots they came in. Thank you.
  • Nancy Nancy on Jun 19, 2015
    I also have a large Hosta that is growing in a large pot. It was beautiful, but the leaves are turning yellow and it's not the deep green color it was some the leaves have holes in them with Brown spots on the leaves. Please help. Thank you.
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    • Sharon Texada Sharon Texada on Dec 15, 2015
      @ Nancy, you are supposed to fertilize Hostas every 2 weeks in th their growing season.
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