You’ve probably heard of Jojoba oil before, but did you know that you can grow your very own specimen of this heat-loving evergreen shrub? In this article, you can read all about growing and caring for this useful desert plant. What Is A Jojoba Bush Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis), which is actually pronounced ho-HO-ba is an …
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Have you been looking for a neat, small, and rounded evergreen shrub for your garden? If so, hebes might be just the plant for you. Oh, and beautiful, fragrant flowers in a variety of colors are also part of the deal. Read on to learn more about how to grow and care for these excellent …
Junipers are extremely versatile and hardy evergreens that have a huge range of uses in the landscape. These plants have great texture and provide interest in all seasons of the year. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at how to grow and care for your own juniper plant. What Is A Juniper Plant? …
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If you like showy shrubs, azaleas should definitely be on your wishlist. These acid-loving plants come in a range of sizes and shapes, with deciduous and evergreen options to suit any gardener’s needs. Read on to learn how to grow and care for your own azalea plant. What Is An Azalea Bush? Azaleas are evergreen …
Ixora plants are woody evergreen shrubs with a wonderfully exotic and tropical look. They produce masses of crimson flowers practically year-round and require very little maintenance. If you live in an area like southern Florida, with a warm, subtropical, or tropical climate, this is a plant that deserves your attention. Read on to learn how …
The firethorn is not only a really useful plant in the landscape but also a reliable source of color to brighten up gardens in early winter. The only downside is the plant’s sharp spines, but these can also be used to the gardener’s advantage. Read on to learn how to care for the firethorn, and …
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The barberry shrub is a beautiful plant with a long history as a garden subject. These plants are easy to grow but have some very unfortunate characteristics. You should only consider growing this plant if it is non-invasive in your area or if you live in an area where these plants are native. Read on …
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Boxwoods are a firm favorite amongst gardeners looking for a formal hedge or topiary specimen. Unfortunately, these fantastic plants are susceptible to some pest and disease problems and will do better with more attention than other plants. Read on to learn more about growing and caring for these evergreens to decide whether they are the …
Aronia plants are lovely North American native shrubs that provide 3 season interest as well as a very useful crop of berries. These plants have good ornamental value and are just about neat enough for formal gardens. They really shine in native woodland gardens where they can be allowed to naturalize. Read on to learn …
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Heavenly Bamboo is a beautiful and useful landscape plant with a bad reputation. Unfortunately, this plant has very invasive tendencies when grown outside of its native range. Sterile varieties are available that provide year-round interest but gardeners in the USA are advised to consider planting alternative shrub species. Read on to learn more about this …
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