Category: Shrubs

Do you think you’re done planting by August? Well, think again! There are still perennials, shrubs, trees, vegetables and even annuals you can plant in late summer to reap …

Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds It’s such a treat to see hummingbirds in your garden! The best way of attracting them is to use a combination of hummingbird feeders and …

Add beauty and privacy to your property with a living fence! Want to cover up the view of an unsightly building, block utility boxes from sight, or distance yourself …

Oh deer! There’s nothing worse than walking out into your garden, only to find that Bambi and family have devoured your favorite plants overnight. Sure you could install a …

One of the greatest things about fall is nature's spectacular color show! Vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow leaves dangling from the trees. Bushes and shrubs flocked in …

Winter can be unkind to needle evergreens and the broadleaf variety … especially those evergreens that were recently planted in the ground. I discovered this the hard way…after two …

The best way to have success growing roses is by selecting hardy rose varieties that do well in your zone. Another huge factor is getting them off to the …

Now’s the time to enjoy a spring preview of flowering branches! So good for the soul … just prune non-essential branches of spring-flowering trees such as forsythia and pussy …

I love to plant my gardens in varying heights with scattered bloom times to keep them interesting and pleasing to the eye all season long. Looking for a stately …

Butterflies are some of the most beautiful and interesting creatures on Earth. Creating an inviting space for them involves planning your garden to attract, retain, and encourage butterfly populations …

Flowering shrubs are a must in a Zone 5 & 6 garden! They provide color and good structure for garden beds along with winter interest after the growing season …

Creating a bird-friendly yard is a bit of a no-brainer. Simply provide the basics — the creature comforts we all need for survival: food, water, protective cover, and a …

Adding beauty and color to the shade garden can be a formidable challenge to many gardeners … Of course, there are plenty of annuals and perennials that do well …