Enter the Eastern wahoo shrub (Euonymus atropurpureus). The Eastern wahoo shrub, also referred to as Burning Bush, has all the charm of its Asian cousin, but none of its aggressive personality. The two are almost identical, the only difference being that E. alatus has greenish-white flowers...
Partial to full sun ‘Green Gem’ is a perfect choice for low hedges, topiary, and foundation planting. Although hardy to Zone 4, may have some foliage bronzing in cold winter winds. HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT BOXWOOD SHRUB With so many sizes, growth rates and habits it can be tough to ...
Refusing to be held back, such unexpected visitors are an increasingly common occurrence on my property as well. Learning who they are and how they grow has been one of the great joys of gardening (or what I’m starting to think of as “un-gardening.”) Some are diminutive, like the b...
You should have plenty of room for planting Rose of Sharon shrub to grow because these plants like to spread. Each one needs at least 6′ feet of space around it to allow ample room for expansion. Remember, Roses of Sharon can be propagated via seeds, layering or taking cuttings. Be Rea...
sail through tough conditions, such as the scorching heat of northwestern Florida summers or the numbing cold of Himalayan winters, and they've passed their toughness on to their cultivated descendants. Yew shrub cultivars grow in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 2 through 10,...
Oleander, Nerium oleander, is a flowering shrub that grows well in climates with mild winters with few or no frosts and freezes. Oleander shrubs typically grow 8 to 12 feet tall, gaining 1 to 2 feet of growth each year. They blossom in large, showy flowe
Wrap the branches around the form as they continue to grow, re-tying and re-wrapping as needed to begin covering the entire form with the shrub. Once the form is almost completely covered, prune the bush so it outlines the animal-shaped form. Cut off any foliage that sticks out at an ...
Any small tree, bush or shrub is always a tasty nibble as they pass by. Any bush or tree is beneficial when they need to rub the velvet off their antlers. I invaded their territory, so I abide them & am careful what & where I plant anything. July 1, 2019 by Pam Deer…like ...
Paperwhites and amaryllis plants are easy to grow indoors, and provide a refreshing touch to your indoor atmosphere during winter months.
Queen Elizabeth roses are hardy shrub roses that where introduced in 1954. Pruning Queen Elizabeth roses regularly keeps these vigorous growers tidy and helps prevent disease and pest infestations. Cut 1/3 of the oldest canes to the ground. Old canes are dark green or greenish-brown and are no...