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Explore our curated selection of Proven Winners® ColorChoice® shrubs—chosen for reliable performance, strong garden impact, and season-long beauty. These varieties are selected to help you plant with confidence, whether you’re building a foundation planting, adding color to borders, or upgrading containers with proven, dependable growth.

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Almanac Planting Co: Anna's Magic Ball Arborvitae growing in a mulch bed. The arb is yellow and globe shaped.
Anna's Magic Ball® Arborvitae
from $49.95
from $49.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Thuja Tater Tot by Proven Winners, a lush green arborvitae with dense foliage for year-round garden texture.
Tater Tot® Arborvitae
from $44.95
from $44.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Proven Winners® 'Scentsation' Lonicera periclymenum climbing a trellis, featuring abundant yellow-tinged flowers.
Honeysuckle Vine 'Scentsation'
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co OSO EASY® Italian Ice® Landscape Rose. A mature rose growing in a bed of mulch, covered in blooms!
OSO EASY® Italian Ice Landscape Rose
from $44.95
from $44.95
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Almanac Planting Co Sting™ Arborvitae by Proven Winners. A tall, narrow arb growing between other trees.
Sting™ Arborvitae
from $72.95
from $72.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Proven Winners® 'Rise Up Amberness' rose displaying a bouquet of bright yellow-orange flowers.
Rise Up Amberness™ Climbing Rose
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Proven Winners® 'Bloomerang Dark Purple' Lilac showing a profusion of purple flowers against green foliage.
Bloomerang® Dark Purple Reblooming Lilac
from $62.95
from $62.95
Almanac Planting Co: Sonic Bloom Pink Weigela by Proven Winners, a picturesque flowering shrub that provides a burst of pink, making it a focal point in landscape designs.
Sonic Bloom® Pink Reblooming Weigela
$99.95
$99.95
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Multiple Vanilla Spice® Summersweet (Clethra alnifolia ‘Caleb’) by Proven Winners bushes growing in a row atop a bed of mulch.
Vanilla Spice® Summersweet
from $44.95
from $44.95
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Almanac Planting Co: A winter wonderland scene featuring Berry Poppins (Ilex verticillata 'Berry Poppins') with its radiant red berries standing out against the snowy background, demonstrating the shrub's ability to bring vibrant color to gardens during the colder months and attract wildlife.
Berry Poppins® Winterberry Holly
$44.95
$44.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Proven Winners® 'Rise Up Lilac Days' rose with a vibrant display of pink flowers in full bloom.
Rise Up Lilac Days™ Climbing Rose
$89.95
$89.95
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Double Take® Orange Quince (Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Orange Storm’) by Proven Winners. There are a group of quince bushes growing in a raised bed. The bushes are covered in orangish red blooms.
Double Take® Orange Quince
$74.95
$74.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Fluffy® Western Arborvitae. Two yellow dwarf arbs growing next to each other.
Fluffy® Western Arborvitae
from $59.95
from $59.95
$109.95
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Almanac Planting Co: The delicate blossoms of Mr. Poppins® Winterberry Holly (Ilex verticillata) in full bloom. The tiny, yet intricate white flowers are a magnet for pollinators and are essential for those focusing on biodiversity and native planting in their eco-friendly gardens.
Mr. Poppins® Winterberry Holly
$62.95
$62.95
Almanac Planting Co: Bobo® Hydrangea used as a compact flowering shrub in landscape planting
Bobo® Panicle Hydrangea
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Gin Fizz® Juniper evergreen shrub with upright conical form and blue-green foliage
Gin Fizz® Juniper
$64.95
$64.95
Almanac Planting Co: Bloomerang® Dwarf Pink Reblooming Lilac shrub in bloom with soft pink flowers in landscape planting
Bloomerang® Dwarf Pink Reblooming Lilac
$99.95
$99.95
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Almanac Planting Co Haywire™ False Cypress growing in a raised flower bed.
Haywire™ False Cypress
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Proven Winners Dark Lavender CHIFFON® Rose of Sharon growing as a large bush in a mulch bed.
Dark Lavender CHIFFON® Rose of Sharon
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush by Proven Winners. There are two butterfly bushes growing in a bed of mulch. The bushes are covered in bluish purple blooms.
Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Incrediball® Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens 'Abetwo') by Proven Winners growing tall and blooming profusely!
Incrediball® Smooth Hydrangea
$99.95
$99.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Proven Winners® Little Lime Punch™ Hydrangea paniculata, showcasing pink-red transition in blooms.
Little Lime Punch™ Panicle Hydrangea
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Sprinter® Boxwood by Proven Winners. The boxwoods are growing in square concrete outdoor planter boxes.
Sprinter® Boxwood
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: A large, reddish pink bloom close-up from the Let’s Dance Can Do!™ Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea serrata) from Proven Winners.
Let’s Dance Can Do!™ Bigleaf Hydrangea
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co Proven Winners Arctic Fire® Red Twig Dogwood Growing in a Raised Bed
Arctic Fire® Red Twig Dogwood
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: North Pole® Arborvitae by Proven Winners. A group of 7 arbs growing together on a bank.
North Pole® Arborvitae
from $89.95
from $89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: A vibrant stand of Aphrodite Sweetshrub, packed with large burgundy-red blossoms against dense green foliage. Known for its fruity fragrance and long bloom time, this standout shrub from Proven Winners® thrives in full sun to part shade.
Aphrodite' Sweetshrub
$89.95
$89.95
$99.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Little Henry® Sweetspire flowering shrub with arching white bottlebrush blooms
Little Henry® Sweetspire
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Weigela 'Spilled Wine' (Weigela florida) planted along a serene lakeside, demonstrating the plant's versatility in landscape design. A stunning option for creating a natural, wildlife-friendly environment.
Spilled Wine® Weigela
$99.95
$99.95
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Almanac Planting Co: This Proven Winners Fine Line® Buckthorn (Rhamnus frangula) specimen stands proud among a vibrant mix of seasonal flowers, illustrating its use as an architectural plant, ideal for adding height and structure to mixed borders or as a focal point in a diverse garden planting scheme.
Fine Line® Buckthorn
$99.95
$99.95
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Almanac Planting Co: The Proven Winners 'Pugster Amethyst' Butterfly Bush (Buddleia) presents dense, amethyst-hued blooms that create a lush tapestry of color and texture, an excellent selection for gardeners who desire a compact shrub with full-sized flowers for urban gardens or small spaces.
Pugster® Amethyst Dwarf Butterfly Bush
$89.95
$89.95
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Almanac Planting Co: Potted Fizzy Mizzy® Sweetspire showing its compact, mounded form with upright white flower spikes in full summer bloom.
Fizzy Mizzy® Sweetspire
$89.95
$89.95

Proven Winners® Collection FAQs

What makes Proven Winners® plants different from other garden varieties?


Proven Winners® plants are selected through extensive trialing to ensure strong performance in real garden conditions. Each variety is evaluated for reliability, vigor, bloom power, and overall garden impact before being introduced to the market.

This trial-focused approach means these plants are chosen not just for appearance, but for how well they grow, flower, and hold up across a wide range of climates and landscapes.

Are Proven Winners® plants suitable for beginner gardeners?


Yes—many Proven Winners® varieties are selected specifically for ease of care and dependable results. These plants are bred and chosen to perform well with standard garden maintenance, making them approachable for gardeners of all experience levels.

Clear labeling, predictable growth habits, and consistent flowering help remove much of the guesswork, especially for those planting shrubs or perennials for the first time.

How do Proven Winners® plants perform across different regions?


Proven Winners® plants are trialed in multiple locations to evaluate performance under varying climates, soil types, and weather patterns. This helps ensure that each variety can adapt well within its recommended growing range.

While proper siting and care are still important, these trials give gardeners added confidence that the plants are well-suited for broad regional use.

Are Proven Winners® plants bred for specific garden uses?


Many Proven Winners® varieties are developed with specific landscape roles in mind, such as foundation plantings, borders, mass plantings, or container displays. Growth habit, mature size, and visual impact all factor into selection.

This makes it easier to choose plants that fit your space and design goals while maintaining a cohesive, intentional look in the garden.

Do Proven Winners® plants support pollinators or wildlife?


Many Proven Winners® plants provide nectar, pollen, or habitat value for pollinators such as bees and butterflies. While not all varieties are bred specifically as native plants, ecosystem awareness is often part of the selection process.

Including these plants in home landscapes can help support pollinator activity while still delivering strong ornamental performance.

How should I choose the right Proven Winners® plants for my landscape?


Start by considering your available space, sunlight conditions, and the role you want the plant to play in your garden. Proven Winners® varieties are clearly labeled with mature size, light needs, and intended use to guide selection.

Choosing plants with similar needs and complementary growth habits helps create a balanced, lower-maintenance landscape that performs well over time.