Articles for tag: Evergreen Trees, Junipers

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Facts About Evergreen Trees

Contrary to a popular notion among novice gardeners, they do require a certain amount of care. Evergreens rarely require fertilizing unless, of course, they appear sickly. A good idea is to spread a mulch of compost or richly composted soil around the tree or shrub in a wide circle – and this is generally best ...

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Choosing a Tree for a Container

When choosing a tree to grow in a container it’s important to recognize that not all trees are suitable for container growing. There are several important factors to take into consideration when growing a tree in a container including location and environmental factors, the size and type of container, the size and type of tree ...

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Choosing the Right Tree to Plant to Beautify Your Home

Trees define the landscape, creating the bones of your garden. Choose the wrong one and the appearance of your home may be diminished. With so many different types to choose from, how do you pick a tree that will beautify your home instead? Whether you’re looking for shade, privacy, or something ornamental, you can find ...

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6 Great Trees to Grow in Containers

Choosing to plant a tree in a container is an easy way to bring beauty to your garden or patio. Trees may attract butterflies, birds and other wildlife, provide shade, and maybe even food. When deciding what tree to plant in your container, there are several factors to consider. First and foremost is the height ...

Five Ideas for Outdoor Tree Decorations

Outdoor trees are excellent ideas for decorating during the holiday season. This article will give you some suggestions for making your yard look festive during the holidays. Use them as a backdrop for your central theme. If you have a cluster or group of evergreen trees, why not consider using them as a backdrop for ...

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Dwarf Shrubs and Plants

Dwarf Shrubs and Plants – Dwarf shrubs and plants make for fun indoor plants. It is possible to keep these plants indoors year round, transition them outdoors for the season and several species are hardy enough to stay outside year round adding to the beautification of homes both inside and out. Some dwarf species of ...

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Guide to Evergreen Trees & Shrubs

Evergreen trees and shrubs retain their foliage and remain green year round. However, not all evergreens are the same. Most evergreen trees are needle bearing while evergreen shrubs also include broadleaf varieties. In addition, their growing characteristics vary greatly among species. Therefore, it’s important to recognize the differences between them before adding these plants to ...