noun
- low woody plants that are smaller than shrubs, typically having stems that are woody only at the base
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The garden featured various undershrubs that provided year-round structure.
- Lavender and rosemary are popular undershrubs in Mediterranean gardens.
- These undershrubs require well-drained soil and full sun exposure.
- The botanist identified several native undershrubs in the coastal habitat.
- Undershrubs bridge the gap between herbaceous plants and true shrubs.
- Many undershrubs produce attractive flowers despite their small stature.