Shrubs
There are various types of shrubs that can be grown in the landscape, from flowering shrubs to evergreen shrubs. Knowing which ones are best suited to your region and how to grow them is crucial in their overall success. For this reason, we have created a shrub care guide that features informative articles on growing shrubs—be it individual evergreen and flowering shrubs or simply general shrub care, such as pruning or common shrub issues. To learn more about growing shrubs for your garden or landscape, continue reading.
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Shrubs
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Lilac Root System: Can Foundations Suffer Damage From Lilac Roots
There is nothing like the fragrance of lilac blossoms wafting through an open window, but is it safe to plant lilacs close to your foundation? Read this article to learn about potential risks from lilac roots.
By Jackie Carroll
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Ligustrum Care: Information On How To Grow Ligustrum Shrubs
Ligustrum plants, also known as privets, tolerate a wide range of conditions and are among the easiest shrubs and small trees to grow. Learn more about planting ligustrum shrubs and their care in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Container Grown Lingonberries: Caring For Lingonberries In Pots
Lingonberries are fabulous in sauces and preserves, and perfect for container growing. Learn more about growing lingonberries in containers and caring for them in the following article. Click here for additional information.
By Liz Baessler
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Fertilizing Cherry Laurels – How Much Fertilizer Do Cherry Laurels Need
In order for cherry laurel to perform well in the landscape, it does require maintenance such as regular pruning and fertilizing. In this article, we will discuss properly fertilizing cherry laurels. Click to learn how to fertilize a cherry laurel shrub.
By Darcy Larum
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Edgeworthia Information: Learn About Paperbush Plant Care
Many gardeners love to discover a new plant for the shade garden. If you aren't familiar with paperbush (Edgeworthia spp.), it's a fun and unusual flowering shrub. Click this article for additional Edgeworthia information.
By Teo Spengler
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Woody Perennial Information: What Makes A Perennial Woody
Most plants are categorized into two general types: either perennial or annual. Perennials are those that live for two years or more, and there are two types of perennials - herbaceous perennials and woody perennials. Click here for basic woody perennial information.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Managing Large Shrubs – Learn How To Trim An Overgrown Shrub
If you move into a new home and find the backyard filled with badly overgrown shrubs, it's time to learn about rejuvenating shrubs with pruning. Click this article for information about managing large shrubs and tips on how to trim an overgrown shrub.
By Teo Spengler
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Treating Sick Bottlebrush Plants: Learn About Diseases Of Bottlebrush
Few plants fit their common names better than bottlebrush shrubs. These eye-catching plants are generally vital, healthy shrubs, but occasionally bottlebrush diseases strike. If you have sick bottlebrush plants, click here for helpful information.
By Teo Spengler
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Golden Creeper Care: Tips For Growing Golden Creeper In Gardens
Golden creeper is a sprawling, vine-like shrub with deep green to golden yellow foliage. The plants bear small white, pink, orange, or red flowers followed by yellow to orange berries that feed wildlife. Learn more about this plant by clicking here.
By Darcy Larum
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Day Jasmine Varieties – Learn About Day Blooming Jasmine Care
Jessamines are in the Solanaceae family of plants along with potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers. Click this article to learn more about growing day jasmines, as well as helpful tips on day blooming jasmine care.
By Darcy Larum
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What Is Leatherleaf – Learn About Leatherleaf Plant Care
What is leatherleaf? To learn more about leatherleaf, otherwise known as Chamaedaphne calyculata, this article will help. We’ll provide lots of leatherleaf plant info, plus tips on how to grow leatherleaf shrubs. Click here to learn more.
By Teo Spengler
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What Is A Dwarf Turkestan Euonymus: Growing Dwarf Turkestan Euonymus Plants
If you are thinking of growing dwarf Turkestan euonymus for its green foliage and brilliant red autumn color, then you've come to the right place. We'll give you lots of dwarf Turkish euonymus information and care tips in this article.
By Teo Spengler
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Growing Labrador Tea: How To Care For Labrador Tea Plants
With a little research, it is possible to find ideal candidates for growth in less than ideal conditions. Incorporating labrador tea plants, for example, is a great way to add evergreen visual interest in cold climates, as well as to attract native pollinators. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Azalea Insect Problems - Lace Bug Damage To Azaleas
Azaleas are a popular landscaping plant due to their ease of care and their beauty. But, for all their ease, they are not without a few problems. One of those is the azalea lace bug. Learn more in this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Moving Indian Hawthorn Shrubs – How To Transplant An Indian Hawthorn
If you are thinking about transplanting Indian hawthorn plants, you'll want to read up about proper technique and timing. For information on how and when to transplant Indian hawthorn and other tips on transplanting Indian hawthorn, click here.
By Teo Spengler
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Jelena Witch Hazel Information: How To Grow Jelena Witch Hazel
If you have Jelena witch hazel plants in your backyard, your winter landscape will blaze with their rich coppery-orange blossoms. And that sweet fragrance is delightful. Growing Jelena witch hazel brings an unusual plant into your garden. Learn more here.
By Teo Spengler
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Sun Tolerant Hydrangeas: Heat Tolerant Hydrangeas For Gardens
Hydrangeas are appreciated for their ability to thrive in cool, moist shade, but some types are more heat and drought tolerant than others. For more tips and ideas about hydrangeas that take heat, this article will help.
By Mary H. Dyer