Question: Hi, I have 2 more shrubs I'm hoping you can help me identify. They are in the yard of the …
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Hi, I have 2 more shrubs I'm hoping you can help me identify. They are in the yard of the house we bought in Worcester. The first one looks very much like the cotoneasters you help me identify, but it has thorns & the leaves are not shiny. I don't remember it have flier or berries, but I could be wrong. The second has larger, almost velvety leaves. Again, I don't remember seeing any flowers or berries. Thanks again!
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Lisabailey, the species with spines is a type of Berberis (barberry), a member of the Berberidaceae. The species with velvety leaves looks like a species of Hydrangea (hydrangea), a member of the Hydrangeaceae. Without flowers/fruits, I won't be able to be anymore specific. I hope that is helpful.
