Trees and shrubs are the backbone of your landscape. They are used as screens, backgrounds and accents. Trees are used for shade and for fruit. Flowering shrubs provide long lasting, beautiful blooms which brighten even the gloomiest of days. Because the cultural needs, size, and structure can...
Fast-Growing Shrubs for Privacy Think about what your needs are and what the plants will require for maintenance before you start. For an effective hedge you need attractive plants that arefast growing. They should also have dense foliage. ...
blueberries stay quite compact, typically less than two feet tall, while highbush blueberries cangrow into mighty 12-foot tall shrubs. Both appreciate a sunny location, producing the most abundant fruits in full sun. Blueberries love soil that is acidic, organically rich, moist and well-drained....
Upright compact habit, 5-8 feet tall and wide Exposure: Full sun Bloom Time: Late spring Color: White flowers, wine-colored foliage An easy, fast-growing shrub that introduces dark foliage to the landscape, and the weeping habit adds variety in shape and texture. Photo: Proven Winners ...
2 to 4 feet tall & wide, fast grower Exposure: Sun or shade Sprinter® is an improved form of 'Winter Gem', with glossy foliage year round. Its upright habit makes it perfect for hedges and its fast growth means it will fill in quickly. ...
Lavenders are easy to grow, and including them in your plant collection will turn your home into a fragrant one. And don’t even get us started on the lavender flowers. Lavender shrubs can vary in size depending on the species, but they’re usually 1-3 feet tall and wide. ...
old lilacs is to chop the whole thing back to about 6 or 8 inches high. It sounds drastic, but lilacs are very hardy. The downside to this option is that it takes a few years to grow back. The upside is less work and more reward, as the lilac will grow back, bursting with ...
This shrub showcases a tiny bunch of white flowers that bloom in the spring season. Grow it in bright sunlight and well-draining soil. 3. Brandywine thetreecenter Botanical Name:Viburnum nudum The white flowers of this shrub match beautifully with the dark green foliage. Also, be ready to ...
Sealants can trap moisture that can lead to decay or fungal infection. How Tall Do Flowering Shrubs Grow? Pruning won’t keep a too-large plant under control. It’s best to choose the right-size shrub at the start. Some shrubs, like azaleas, are on the small side, growing 2 to 4...
Plant Size: 6 – 8 feet tall Sun Exposure: Full sun Plant Zone: 5 – 8 The Broom gets its name because of its lengthy, sweeping, thin stems that grow yellow, pink, or white flowers, making it look like the prettiest Broom you’ve ever seen. These flowering bushes do best with March...