Lilacs (Syringa vulgaris) can create a breathtaking sight when these woody shrubs are in full bloom. These flowering shrubs produce large showy clusters of flowers in colors like white, purple, and pink. These vivid flowers are not just charming to look at, the fragrant flowers will also make your garden smell heavenly. Gardeners love to …
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Little Henry® Sweetspire (Itea virginica ‘Sprich’), also known as Virginia willow or Itea virginica Little Henry®, is a very charming shrub to add to your garden if you love sweet fragrant flowers. This plant will also add lots of multi-seasonal interest when its foliage transforms from deep green to vivid orange or red in Autumn. …
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Elderberry plants (Sambucus), also known as Black elder, European elderberry, or European elder, are beautiful small trees or shrubs that can add a lot of interest to your garden with their showy white flowers or interesting small berries. These bushy plants can be paired with a variety of companion plants that can enhance the beauty …
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Abelia (Linnaea x grandiflora), commonly known as Chinese abelia, is a beautiful ornamental shrub that is often used as hedges or mixed borders because they add lots of charm with its waxy leaves and charming white or pink flowers. A notable cultivar, Abelia ‘Kaleidoscope’ has unique foliage colour and beautiful tones that change with each …
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When it comes to caring for boxwood, you need to pay attention closely to the color changes of boxwood leaves to prevent serious diseases or damages. Do you have a boxwood bush in your yard that’s not looking its best? If it has discoloration such as brown or yellow, then you may be wondering what’s …
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Have you ever had a boxwood shrub in your backyard that suddenly started to decline in health? It can be very frustrating to have something that was once so vibrant and healthy start to wilt and die. But don’t worry, there are some simple steps you can take to revive a dying boxwood shrub and …
Boxwood shrubs are popular for their versatility and wide range of shapes. But if you want your boxwoods to remain healthy, it’s important to prune them regularly. Pruning is one of the must-learn skills when it comes to boxwood shrub care. Here’s what you need to know about when and how to prune your boxwood …
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Boxwood is a popular choice for landscapers and homeowners alike. It’s an evergreen plant that provides greenery year-round and can be used to create beautiful hedges. But boxwood isn’t the only option you have when it comes to landscaping your outdoor space. Let’s explore some boxwood alternatives that will give you all the beauty of …
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Sunshine ligustrum (Ligustrum sinese), also known as privets or sunshine privets, is a plant that you can often see in ornamental gardens because its bright yellow foliage can add lots of color and contrast to gardens. This bushy plant is also very handy in landscaping projects because you can use it to create hedges, topiaries, …
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Are you wondering what plants that go well with boxwoods? In this guide, we discuss the best boxwood companion plants for your garden. Boxwood (Buxus) is a very popular shrub that is often used in residential and commercial gardens. There are quite a few varieties of boxwood but the most popular boxwood varieties include the …
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