Fall is for Planting: 3 Low-Maintenance Shrubs to Plant Now

If you live in the Upstate South Carolina area, you know how brutal our summers can be. You want a yard that looks amazing, but you don't want plants that call it quits when the heat and humidity crank up. Since 1990, Staggs Landscapers have worked in this climate every single day, and definitely know a few things about long-lasting shrubs that will make your landscape look beautiful.

Here's a secret for you: Fall is actually the best time to install new shrubs. The cooler air and warm soil are exactly what those roots need to get established over winter so they're tough and ready to face the Greenville SC summer next year.

Since we specialize in choosing drought-tolerant and tough shrubs that give you maximum curb appeal with minimal effort, here are the top 3 low-maintenance superstar plants we're planting across the region right now.

Loropetalum (Purple Daydream Variety)

While we love the bright pink fringe flower blooms you get in the spring, right now we're obsessed with the Loropetalum's year-round purple foliage. This evergreen shrub gives you a much-needed burst of color and drama, adding to the dimension and colors of your landscape.

The dwarf selections we use can stay fairly compact, making them an essential choice for adding high-contrast color to foundation beds and clean, low-maintenance landscaping in the Greenville SC area.

Distylium (Linebacker Variety)

Just to keep it real: sometimes you need a plant you can't kill. Distylium is that plant.

It's a powerhouse plant that solves nearly every problem we face when landscaping Upstate South Carolina. Planting one now means its roots will settle in beautifully over the winter, giving you a dense, deep-green structure that resists deer, drought, and pests before the hear of summer even arrives. If you are done messing with high-maintenance boxwoods or struggling hollies, Distylium is the stress-free replacement you've been looking for.

Dwarf Hinoki Cypress (Nana Gracilis)

Do you need something that looks custom and expensive with the high-maintenance price tag? That's where beautiful dwarf conifers come in.

The Dwarf Hinoki Cypress is the star of the show once winter hits. Its unique, fine, fan-shaped foliage and rich green color provide that sophisticated texture that instantly elevates a dormant landscape. Because it's a slow-grower, it maintains that perfect shape for a long time, giving your property a high-end feel all year round.

Don't wait until spring! Planting these low-maintenance shrubs now gives them months to establish strong roots, ensuring they thrive and look fantastic all winter. Are you ready to upgrade your landscape and get a jump start on next season? Give Staggs Landscaping a call today to get a quote, and more.

Make sure to visit Staggs Garden Center at 3010 Locust Hill Rd, Taylors SC to see these evergreen shrubs (and soooo much more) in person today!