7 Best Foundation Plants For The Front Of Your House

Boxwood (Buxus spp.): Boxwood is a popular choice for foundation planting due to its dense foliage, compact growth habit, and versatility.

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Dwarf Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria 'Nana'): Dwarf yaupon holly is a low-maintenance evergreen shrub with glossy foliage and a compact, rounded growth habit.

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Dwarf Japanese Garden Juniper (Juniperus procumbens 'Nana'): This low-growing evergreen shrub has dense, spreading foliage that creates a neat and tidy appearance.

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Dwarf English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): Dwarf English lavender is a fragrant herbaceous perennial with aromatic foliage and spikes of purple flowers.

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Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea glauca 'Conica'): This slow-growing evergreen conifer has a compact, pyramidal growth habit that makes it ideal for foundation planting.

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