When looking for reliable, general landscaping shrubs, start by considering the needs of your space. Look at the exposure to sun, areas of shade, existing trees and shrubs and available water sources.

Also called lemon cypress, Monterey cypress is one of the most stunning evergreen trees with chartreuse new growth and bright ...

This charming shrub will bring all the pollinators to your yard, and it'll look good while doing it.

You're missing out if you don't have shrubs around your home. Shrubs can add color, fragrance, and even protection from unwanted attention. Shrubs can create interesting patterns and designs that ...

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Spiraea alba (at top) and Spiraea tomentosa, two species related to a popular landscaping plant, could offer new options for gardeners. Download Photo WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Hoping for an alternative ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Each spring, perennial plants wake up and promise another season of growth, bloom and enjoyment. Or … they don’t. There are reasons perennials die, but they ...

So planting fever has grabbed you, and you're heading out to your favorite nursery or thumbing through a catalog to see what's available in shrubs. Decisions, decisions. Should your shrubs offer tasty ...

Fast-growing trees can give you a natural shield of privacy within a few short years. If you're looking to create privacy ...

Managing all the squirrels around your garden is tough, but some plants might just help to keep them from causing trouble.