Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Shade Loving Bushes for Zone 5?, 0 by Bubbeez

Bubbeez wrote:
As you can see, the front of my fixer-upper house is an empty canvas. It faces north so it's mostly shade (gets a little late afternoon sun). I've gotten 2 golden globe arborvitae and I have some hosta and sedge for filler but I need more bushes to provide interest. I'm looking for something that won't get very tall (nothing over 6 ft). If it attracts wildlife (particularly birds), that would be a bonus.

I plan on painting the house a tan color with brick shutters.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.