Their size and shape vary, from low-growing groundcovers to tall shrubs. Learn more about growing rhododendrons and azaleas.Buy Now Show Off® forsythia. Photo: Proven Winners. FORSYTHIA (Forsythia spp.) Zones: 3-9 Exposure: Full sun to partial shade; flowers best in full sun Mature ...
Don’t let the word “Common” in this Lilac’s name fool you—it’s a staple fragrant shrub for anyone in its growing region. It’s hard not to love this plant, given its hardy, deer-resistant, and pest-free properties.Lilacs are easy to grow, and relatively low maintenance, as lo...
How Often Should I Prune Flowering Shrubs? Generally, shrubs need maintenance pruning every two to three years, according to Professor John Ball, South Dakota State University Extension Forestry Specialist. More specifically: It depends on the shrub. Pruning flowering shrubs is critical to encourage ...
These tough plants are ideal for low-maintenance gardening and they thrive in the coldest areas. Always colorful, the Goldmound Spirea is a garden classic, while the Little Princess Spirea is a charmer that is also an incredibly tough cookie. ...
from trees because they are usually shorter, though some can grow to 20 feet (6.096 m) tall, and they have many more stems than do trees. There are lots of ways to use bushes in gardening to create pretty foliage or even extra privacy. Some people like to use flowering shrubs, ...
Looking to brighten your summer garden? Learn about butterfly bush, hydrangea, oleander, and other vibrant shrubs perfect for any landscape needs.
I recommend visiting a local botanical garden or arboretum before deciding on your choices. Even a leisurely stroll through your own neighborhood will provide you with a great deal of insight into what you like, and what grows well in your area. Trees and shrubs live and grow for many years...
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.
Compact flowering shrubs like this spirea are great for small yards and low-maintenance landscapes. In addition to all of those perks, small shrubs are generally easier to plant than most larger shrubs, too. One- to two-gallon-sized containers are the norm for dwarf flowering shrubs, so there...
The flowers range in size and colors, fromred shrubs, purple, and orange to white, pink, and yellow. The hibiscus shrub has a mature size of 3 to 20 feet, depending on the type, and produces flowers from spring through fall. They are low maintenance, grow in full sun, and are hardy...