The woody plants for sale are not lined up in rows for customers to select but are integrated into a lovely and intimate system of garden paths shaded by large trees and pergolas. Each specimen is placed to highlight its color, size, shape, and texture and to harmonize with the plants ...
Decide whether areas are in light, semi, dappled or deep shade. For woodland areas, there are many woodland plants that are suited to the specific conditions under trees. You can also check your US hardiness zone, to make sure the shrubs you want will survive and grow well in your local...
Arborvitae is a fast-growing, low maintenance evergreen bush that is often used for privacy screen hedges. With its soft foliage and pyramidal shape, it’s perfect to plant in areas that get foot traffic. However, it is available in many different sizes and shapes, so don’t limit it jus...
If your boxwood shrub's (Buxus spp.) dense, glossy-green leaves -- the ones that make different kinds of boxwood such go-to choices for shady spots in U.S. Department of Agricultureplant hardiness zones4 through 8 -- decide it's time for a color change, don't despair. Boxwood leaves...
Silverberry is a drought-tolerant container shrub with beautiful silver-green foliage. It loves to grow without much maintenance and is a great choice for coastal areas. They are resistant to pests and diseases, and their fast growth rate makes them great for creating privacy screens or hedges....
Interesting throughout the year, Tutsan is a cure-all for lightly shaded garden areas that need some brightening up. The wine-infused stems and deep green foliage contrast beautifully with cheerful golden yellow flowers in summer, and later with glossy red berries, which eventually turn black. ...
Plant Zone: 4 – 9 You need to know what you want out of Euonymus before planting it, for if you plant it near something it can climb, this shrub will take on a vine-like life. However, this plant’s large, glossy leaves with lighter green veins are a popular choice to plant in ...
However, if you want very tough and low-maintenance plants for partially shaded areas, they are great choices. Almost any soil is acceptable for Aucuba Plants, even soils that are low in nutrients, such as those areas beneath mature trees where the trees have taken many of the nutrients ...
Woodland Gardens -Many flowering shrubs, such as Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Camellias, are ideal for semi-shaded areas, such as beneath trees. Any shade-tolerant shrub can be grown in a natural way in a wooded area. Always prepare good planting holes so that they can establish before they ...
Azaleas and rhododendrons have shallow root systems and need moist soil and mulch to keep them from drying out. Amend planting areas with compost, peat moss, or a substitute, only if your soil is poor. Learn more aboutsoil amendmentsandpreparing soil for planting. ...