Wild Seed Project Native Shrubs for Northeast Landscapes

Native shrubs add year-round beauty and wildlife habitat to yards, parks, commercial settings and farms. These woody plants, often magnets for birds and pollinators, provide a vital and attractive landscape layer between ground covers and trees. This guide, with detailed information on individual species and plant combinations, highlights the important role that native shrubs play in landscapes, adding a living structure that supports healthy ecosystems, fosters climate resilience, and nurtures wildlife—all while defining outdoor spaces and adding visual interest. Learn how to integrate native shrubs into dynamic designs for inspiring and wildlife-rich landscapes. What's inside: - Profiles of 38 native shrub species that add living structures to landscapes and create habitat - Six illustrated guilds of shrub combinations suited for various landscapes - Contributed writing exploring the role shrubs and hedgerows have in landscape restoration - Recommended reading and resources