Looking for a low maintenance shrub that’s showy? Try a viburnum shrub. Viburnum shrubs have a variety of leaf colors and shapes, they are not fussy plants to maintain, and most will flower and grow berries. Besides all that, many species of viburnum shrubs are native. Viburnum shrubs also come in different sizes to fit ...
Using the most effective plants in your landscaping can only be done of course, if the homeowner has some knowledge of plants. Otherwise he should consult with his nurseryman to be sure he is purchasing the proper shrub or tree. Just as an example, there are about 25 or 30 different species of the shrub ...
Hedges can act as a privacy screens or demarcations between planting beds or different areas of the garden. They can also create beautiful labyrinths in a formal garden. Maintaining hedges in uniform height adds symmetry to a garden while shaping them in different forms provides additional visual appeal. Different types of shrubs are available to ...
If you want an evergreen that is moderately fast-growing, then perhaps the Viburnum ‘Robustum’ also known as Roundleaf Laurustinus might be just the shrub for you. It grows to heights of 6 to 12 feet, with a spread of 3 to 6 feet. Viburnum ‘Robustum’ is hardy to grow in USDA zones 7 through 12. ...
We all have that part of yard that is often consumed by shade for most of the day. Many of us are confused about what exactly to plant in these difficult area’s of the yard because so many first time gardeners are under the assumption that to be a top producing flower shrub extreme sunlight ...
This list contains some of the most well known and easy to grow shrubs and trees. They all have something in common besides branches and leaves that provides homes and shelter. These ten shrubs and trees also provide food for the birds and wildlife that will visit them. The fruits and berries from several of ...
If you are searching for a good looking way to create privacy for your Houston, Texas yard, why not try planting some? There are plenty of shrubs that will thrive in the Houston climate while providing an attractive and often fragrant privacy hedge for you. The following shrubs should give you just what you’re looking ...
Native to Eastern North America, this bush has been known to be a favorite flowering shrub of many professional gardeners. It has not yet reached the general garden such as dogwood or holly however is just as wonderful to place in any garden. The best part, you do not have to be a professional gardener ...