Some types of low-growing shrubs and even annuals work well as ground covers, too. Before planting perennial flowers or shrubs, make sure that they're suited to survive winters in your USDA Hardiness zone (find your zone here). Also, consider what kind of sun exposure the planting area ...
One of the first shrubs to bloom in early spring, forsythia is valued for its brilliant yellow flowers that grow the entire length of the branches. The green lance-shaped deciduous foliage provides a serene backdrop throughout the rest of the growing season. This reliable shrub thrives in a ...
These architectural, low-growing hens and chicks plants fill a vintage metal planter, the silver undertones of the leaves mirroring the copper finish of the tub. The Southern Living Garden Book describes hens and chicks as Mexican natives with "rosettes of fleshy leaves," which is simply the pe...
When perusing what to plant next to hydrangeas, consider the growing factors of these compact shrubs with rounded umbrella-shaped flower clusters. They usually prefer partial shade and rich, well-draining soil to thrive, and their blooms change hue as per the soil pH. Our Latest Videos While ...
If we put out nectar that is growing mold and fermenting because we're too lazy to change out the nectar and clean the feeder, then we're better off not feeding them at all. Hummingbird Feeders - Nectar, Attracting, Cleaning, When to Put Up/Take Down and More Tips ...
When you choose to work with native plants, you’ll enjoy other benefits as well. Native shrubs are already perfectly adapted to their natural growing conditions. This means they need less watering, less fertilization, fewer chemicals, and generally require a lot less fuss than non-native species...
This list of the best new shrubs for 2020 has some bushes that grow in the shade, some that have gorgeous foliage and some that have beautiful blooms all season long. Regardless of your growing conditions, you're sure to find some plants that will work in your garden. ...
Within a vertical distance of just a few tens of meters, trees disappear as a life-form and are replaced by low shrubs, herbs, and grasses. This rapid zone of transition is called the upper timberline or tree line. In many semiarid areas there is also a lower timberline where the ...
Growing Holly in containers requires care. It is better to choose a dwarf variety for a container garden–like Inkberry, Japanese Holly, or Sky Pencil. The flowers of Holly shrubs are produced in the early spring before the leaves. They are bright yellow. ...
This list of the best evergreen shrubs features conical and low-growing varieties that are low maintenance and gorgeous for patios, gardens or front doors.