General
general - branched - bushy - leader and laterals - several shoots - single leader
In recent years discussions have taken place to determine definitions to describe the juvenile habit (or plant shape) of shrubs in order to indicate more precisely the required appearance of the specified shrub. It is important to appreciate that the mature habit of the species can differ from the juvenile shape at time of purchase. The following words are currently used to describe shrub habit:
- Branched
- Bushy