Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Habit: Bushy habit Height/Spread: 2 to 8 feet tall, 2 to 6 feet wide, depending on the variety Bloom time: Spring to summer, depending on the variety One of the most popular flowering shrubs, Spiraea produces lacy clusters of pink, white, or red flo...
When it comes to choosing perennials for small spaces, your options are more varied than you may initially think. With choices ranging from flowering plants to dwarf shrubs and ornamental grasses, you can add form and function without resorting to tall plants. Low-growing perennials are ideal fo...
I love flowering shrubs because you can bring some of them inside and force them as a sort of prelude to spring. My favorite was ornamental quince, in coral or red; pussy willow; forsythia; climbing hydrangea, one variety of which is evergreen; sweet autumn clematis. Also had weigela, moc...
The good news is you can always add a two-inch layer ofmulchto prevent weeds from growing. Moreover, mulch also helps retain moisture in your soil, so you don’t have to worry about your plants drying out. Get the ultimate tool for planning your vegetable garden. This workbook will help...
but none of that shows when you look at its delicate-looking stalks and spectacular yellow and red flowers. The Rainbow Fizz can grow taller than many other flowering shrubs, so it is an excellent candidate for a border plant or you could plant it at the back of a corner for a showy ...
Tolerant of dry shade, these are a great solution for growing under towering conifers yet they also do well in a more open aspect and morning sun. From the low-growing, creeping mahonia (Mahonia repens) that will create a ground-covering carpet, to varieties that reach 8 feet or more, ...
Lamb’s-ear easily handles both drought and poor soil conditions. As with all flowering plants, it’s best to deadhead blooms once they’re spent, but Lamb’s-ear will thrive whether you do or not. For best results, grow in areas of full sun or partial shade with well- draining soil...
If larger plants are more your style, you should check out thesepink flowering shrubsandpurple flowering shrubsto add to your list of plants to buy and add to your garden. They are absolutely gorgeous! 1. Cosmos Get Seeds:Seedsnow
Ground covers are low-growing, spreading plants that prevent weeds from overtaking your yard. There are all kinds of ground covers, from soft ones suitable for bare feet to flowering types to beautify your yard to succulents that need no irrigation. ...
Growing Conditions: Sunlight:Prefers partial shade to full shade. It can tolerate some sun, especially in cooler climates, but the foliage may scorch in intense sunlight. Soil:Thrives in moist to wet soils and can even tolerate standing water. It is an excellent choice for bog gardens, water...