Jasminum nudiflorum - a creeping semi-evergreen shrub, about 3 m high and wide. At lower temperatures, it acts as a deciduous plant, while in warmer regions the leaves remain on branches. Influenced by the weather, however, it blooms from January to April with light yellow flowers and brings color in the winter months and early spring. It likes a sunny spot and semi-shade, moderately moist, well-permeable soil. It tolerates poor soil quality and the adult plant is easy to transplant.

Juniperus squamata "Blue Carpetʺ - an evergreen shrub up to 30 cm in height, suitable as a solitaire, for rockery and as a ground cover. It thrives better in sunny positions and is drought resistant. As for the type of soil, creeping blueberries are not demanding at all.

Kerria japonica - deciduous shrub up to 2 m high. The flowers appear in mid-spring, before the leaves, and are golden yellow. It is suitable for growing as a wall decoration or as a decorative hedge. It likes sunny and semi-shady places and tolerates shade. It is resistant to frost and urban pollution, but in areas of harsh climates and strong winds it is grown in a protected area.

Lagerstroemia indica - an ornamental shrub or small tree up to 5 m high. It blooms abundantly and for a long time in the summer, with red, pink and purple flowers. Although it is not adorned with flowers and leaves in winter, it is still beautiful and dominates the garden area like a sculpture, because of its smooth, grey, peeling bark. For its optimal growth and development, it seeks open, sunny positions, but needs to be sheltered from strong winds. In the absence of light, the shrubs elongate and grow irregularly, there is no flowering or it is scarce.

Lantana camara - a deciduous shrub up to 1.0 m high. The flowers are small, clustered into dense, shield-like inflorescences, initially yellow, later turning red or pink. It blooms from May to October. It is suitable for a habitat full of sun or semi-shade, likes fertile and gentle soil that is regularly kept moist. It is very sensitive to low temperatures, especially frost.

Laurus nobilis - an evergreen shrub or tree, likes warm and humid climate and grows only in the coastal area (Istria, Kvarner, Dalmatia) up to 400 m above sea level. The leaves are aromatic and used in the kitchen as a spice. Suitable for sunny or semi-shady habitat. It grows slowly, is tolerates pruning well and, because of its well-developed root, protects the soil from erosion. Because it tolerates pruning well, it can be grown in hedgerow form or for making live sculptures.

Ligustrum japonicum - a large shrub or tree that usually grows 1.5-3.5 m in height, but can grow up to 6 m. Its attractive leaves are evergreen. In the spring, small white flowers grow in large bunches and have a pleasant smell. Green berries develop from the flowers, and when ripe in winter, they turn black and usually remain on the tree for most of the year. Extremely tolerant of various soil conditions, a strong, solid plant that requires little care, and because of its rapid growth, requires regular pruning to maintain its desired shape and size. In areas with harsher winters, it is sensitive to frost. Ideal for hedges, planted at 40 cm apart.

Ligustrum ovalifolium - a deciduous shrub with rapid growth, up to 4 m tall. Likes sunny to semi-shady places and well-permeable soil. In areas with harsher winters, it is sensitive to frost. Ideal for hedges, planted at 40 cm apart. Due to its rapid growth, it requires regular pruning to maintain the desired shape and size.

Lonicera nitida - an evergreen shrub up to 120 cm tall. If it is pruned often and properly, this evergreen shrubby plant forms a dense hedge to keep its shoots from becoming too long. It can be grown as a dwarf hedge, but also as an ornamental plant in vases since it can be pruned into desired shapes. It is not demanding for cultivation considering the climate and soil type.

Myrtus communis - an evergreen shrub or lower tree, growing up to 5 m in height. The leaves are leathery, shiny, with a pleasant odor. It blooms in June and July, with white flowers of a pleasant scent. Its habitats are sunny and warm places at a temperature not lower than 4-6 ⁰C.

Nanda domestica - a low-growing evergreen shrub up to 2 m high. It blooms in small, white flowers in July and August. The fruit is a round, bright red berry that ripens at the end of the year and persists on the plant and in winter. Due to its reddish leaves and berries it is very decorative in appearance. It likes moist and well-drained soils, sunny or semi-shady habitats, although it tolerates shade. It is resistant to cold temperatures up to -15 ⁰C and tolerates pruning well.

Nerium oleander - an evergreen shrub, grows up to 3 m. Rich bloomings from June to October. The flowers are simple or full, white, pink or red. When outdoors, thrives in areas with a mild climate. Tolerates urban pollution well. Likes a sunny position and loose soil.

Nitrous 'Baggesen's Gold' Lonicera - an evergreen shrub up to 120 cm tall. It withstands drought, frost, low temperatures and polluted air. Tolerates half-shredding and pruning well. Due to its golden yellow color, it is very decorative in appearance and is an ideal addition for winter gardens.

Phlomis fruticosa - an evergreen shrub up to 120 cm tall. The flowers are ambiguous, yellow and bloom from May to July. In Croatia, it grows in the coastal area and on the islands. Likes sunny and dry places and well-drained soil.

Photinia frasseri 'Red Robin' - an evergreen shrub that grows freely in nature, 3-5 m high and 3-4 m wide. As the leaves grow, they are red in color and gradually turn green. White flowers occur from April to May. It is planted individually, in groups or as a hedge (planting distance 50-60 cm). It looks very attractive as a low stem (1-1.5 m high) and a treetop is shaped like a ball. Seeks sunny positions and neutral or slightly acidic soil with lots of organic matter.

Pinus mugo - coniferous shrubs, grows up to 12 m tall. It is found in extreme and unfavorable habitats. It is slow in growth. In terms of climate and soil type it is not demanding for cultivation, because of its interesting shape it is a frequent ornamental species of both coastal and continental areas.

Pittosporum tobira 'Nana' - grows up to 0.80 m in height, ideal for low hedges (planting distance 80 cm). It can also be planted as an individual plant because it is very decorative in appearance due to its ball like shape.

Pittosporum heterophylla - grows well in the shade, under treetops and on acidic soil, is recommended to be planted under pines where no other species succeed to grow because of needle discard.

Pittosporum tobira - an evergreen shrub or lower tree up to 5 m high. The flowers are white, fragrant and bloom from late spring to late summer. It is often grown in the coastal area as a solitaire or as a hedge (planting distance 50-60 cm). Likes moist soil, positions full of sun or semi-shade and withstands salt. It is sensitive to frost and low temperatures.

Prunus laurocerasus - an evergreen shrub or small tree up to 5 m tall. The flowers are white and bloom in April and May for about 20 days. It is often planted as an ornamental shrub, individually or in groups or as a thick hedge in yards and parks at a distance of 50-60 cm. It is an adaptable species, suited to a sunny and shady location, tolerates urban pollution which makes it suitable for the urban environment. It is frost resistant, tolerates pruning very and can be shaped into desired shapes.