Golden Japanese forest grass, Hakone grassHakonechloa macra‘Aureola’ Zones: 5-9 Height/Spread: Mounding weeping habit, 1 to 1-1/2 feet tall and 2 feet wide Exposure: Partial shade, with protection from hot a
The most common types include hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa), Japanese false cypress (C. pisifera), and Port Orford cedar (C. lawsoniana). Read more about how to grow false cypress trees. Pictured: Soft Serve® false cypress from Proven Winners....
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These shrubs are a cornerstone of Japanese gardens and Southern landscapes, celebrated for their vivid and voluminous beauty. 35. Anemone Anemones, also known as windflowers, are lovely with their simple, bright flowers that seem to dance on their stems in the breeze. They can be found ...
While asters like the coneflower and chrysanthemums or mums remain the mainstays of many fall flower gardens, many annuals can bloom in either spring or fall, depending on the planting schedule. For fall flower garden lovers here’s a look at five fabulous fall garden flowers. All are easy ...
These famous Japanese blooms were first brought over to the United States in 1912 as a representation of good foreign relations. When cherry blossom trees bloom (usually in April), the branches fill out with dazzling pink flowers that have a sweet scent. ...
As well as tall and stately specimen trees, you can also get magnolias in smaller, multi-stemmed shrubby varieties, and for this reason they make it onto our list of the best trees for small gardens. There really is one to suit every space. Magnolia trees are native throughout North ...
Thinking of planting some pine trees, but aren't sure which type you should pick? There are many different types of pines you can add to your yard or garden, so picking just one can be a difficult thing to do. In this article, we look at the many different pine tree types, with ...
Dogwood trees and shrubs, some of the most popular in the country, offer an unmatched four-season display of beauty. The main attraction is the appearance of the showy white or pink flowers (actually bracts) that herald the arrival of spring. Unfussy in its care requirements, the dogwood ...
Eight species of magnolias—two evergreen and six deciduous—are native to the United States. These native species have proven quite adaptable and many can flourish in gardens outside their natural growing zone. Here are some of the most well-known types of magnolia trees: Southern magnolia (...