Ceanothus plants are some of the most beautiful native shrubs available to the gardener. With so many spectacular and fragrant species and cultivars available, the choice is yours as to how you want to use this fast growing evergreen or deciduous plant in your landscape. Read on to learn more about how to grow and […]
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Toyon is a beautiful native evergreen bush or small tree from the west coast of the United States. These plants are ideal for gardens on the west coast and will impress with showy displays of creamy white flowers and bright red fruits that persist deep into the early winter months. What Is A Toyon Plant?
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If you’re looking for a bold and showy shrub, Leonotis is a good place to start. These distinctive African plants are fast-growing and have interesting, brightly colored blossoms which attract butterflies and hummingbirds. What Is A Leonotis? Leonotis leonurus, or lion’s tail, is an evergreen shrub from the mint family (Lamiaceae). The genus name is
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Are you looking for an interesting, compact evergreen for a shady area? Ruscus species like the butcher’s-broom are great, low-maintenance evergreens for areas where other plants may struggle to grow. Read on to learn more about growing and caring for these unusual plants. What Is A Ruscus Shrub? Ruscus plants, including the butcher’s broom, are
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The Snowberry is a native deciduous shrub that provides winter interest and needs very little attention. If you’re looking for a new shrub for your naturalized or native garden, this might be a great plant for you. Read on to learn more about how to care for and grow the snowberry plant. What Is A
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The coyote bush is a fast-growing shrub or groundcover that is native to the west coast of the United States. These plants are very easy to grow and are great for greening up disturbed, bare areas. Read on to learn how to grow and care for this plant. What Is A Coyote Bush? The coyote
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Are you looking for a fast-growing, neat, and dense plant for screening or hedging? Pittosporum might just be what you’re looking for, with a variety of sizes and foliage colors available. Read on to learn more about these plants and how to grow and care for them. What Is A Pittosporum? Pittosporums are shrubs or
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The Coralberry is one of those plants you’ve probably seen out in the countryside but never thought of as an ornamental for your yard. This easy to grow native shrub adds a splash of vibrant color to the winter garden when so many other plants look dull and dormant. What Is A Coralberry? The coralberry
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The golden euonymus shrub makes a bold statement wherever it is planted. This evergreen shrub has a number of uses in the landscape, but sadly it is prone to a few serious pests and diseases and may change color over time. Read on to find out whether the golden euonymus shrub is the right plant
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Acalyphas are attractive warm-climate evergreens that have either spectacular warm-colored foliage or bold pendulous crimson flowers. Two species are popular garden plants and they both have very similar care and growth requirements, so we’ll cover them both in this guide to growing and caring for acalyphas. What Is Acalypha? Acalypha, pronounced ack-uh-life-uh, is a genus
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