We have to wait a long time for the late summer shrubs to show themselves, but they provide a welcome shot of colour and structure in the borders at the tail end of the season. Buddlejas and Hebes are among the most popular with butterflies and bees, but need pruning so that they don’t become too leggy. Large flowered Hibiscus look exotic, but are surprisingly frost resistant and hardy. Hydrangeas are good value and their big, blousy flowerheads (actually papery bracts) last well into the autumn.
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