Low maintenance small shrubs for front of house

Dwarf Yaupon Holly

A compact evergreen shrub with small dark green leaves, it requires minimal pruning and is drought-tolerant once established.

Boxwood

Varieties like 'Wintergreen' or 'Green Mountain' are small, evergreen, and maintain a neat shape with minimal pruning.

Spirea

Spiraea varieties, such as 'Little Princess,' offer a burst of colorful flowers in spring and have a naturally compact form, requiring little maintenance.

Dwarf Fothergilla 

This deciduous shrub is known for its attractive fall foliage, and it's generally easy to care for with minimal pruning needs.

Dwarf Nandina

Compact and evergreen, dwarf nandina provides year-round interest without much fuss. It's also drought-tolerant once established.

Dwarf Korean Lilac

A smaller version of the classic lilac, it offers fragrant blooms in spring and requires little maintenance.

Dwarf Abelia

Abelia is an evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with a compact form. It produces small, fragrant flowers and is relatively low-maintenance.

Compact Juniper

Varieties like 'Blue Rug' or 'Gold Coast' are small, hardy, and require minimal care, making them suitable for front-of-house landscaping.

Dwarf Viburnum

Compact varieties, such as Viburnum carlesii 'Compactum,' offer fragrant flowers and attractive foliage with minimal maintenance needs.