Top 20 Low-Maintenance Plants Perfect for Effortless Landscaping

Hypericum kalmianum

For stunning autumn hues, consider growing them, an effortlessly manageable shrub that reaches a height of 2 to 3 feet and spans 4 to 5 feet in width. Throughout late spring to early summer, its cup-shaped, yellow blossoms entice pollinators, and as autumn rolls in, its silvery-green foliage undergoes a transformation, turning into a splendid array of yellow, orange, and red. Resilient in Zones 4 to 7, this shrub maintains its tidy appearance thanks to its naturally mounded growth pattern. Furthermore, its exfoliating bark brings an element of intrigue to your landscape during the winter months. It thrives in full sun and benefits from rich, well-drained soil.

For most varieties, ensure they receive either full or partial sun and plant them in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Typically, pruning isn't required, but you can snip some stems for floral arrangements – just avoid cutting the plants down to the ground.