Japanese laurel is a neat and useful evergreen shrub for zones 7 to 9. These plants are most popular for their incredible glossy foliage, and if you like the ‘variegated’ look, then this is one plant you should definitely take a closer look at. Read on to learn more about how to grow and care …
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Cherry laurel is a fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree with a variety of uses in the garden. This sweet-smelling plant does have toxic properties and can be invasive in some areas, so be sure to read through this article before choosing this plant for your next gardening or landscaping project. What Is A Cherry …
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Texas Sage is a wonderful native evergreen shrub for zones 8 to 11. These plants are a great low to no-maintenance option for low rainfall areas that will add shades of silver and gray to the landscape when not covered in beautiful purple blossoms. Read on to learn how to grow and care for this …
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Plants that look great as formal and informal hedges aren’t always easy to find. Eugenia is a plant so versatile it can be grown as a tree, bonsai, or perfectly shaped topiary shrub. The only catch is this plant’s subtropical needs. If you live in zones 10 or above, this could be your new favorite …
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Podocarpus macrophyllus is a plant that goes by many names and has many uses. These plants are particularly popular for hedging, especially in the American southeast and on the west coast. Read on to learn more about how to grow and care for these wonderful evergreen shrubs and trees. What Is A Podocarpus? Podocarpus are …
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The spicebush is a fragrant native shrub or small tree that provides multi-season interest. These deciduous plants put on a great fall show, have fragrant flowers, attract beautiful pollinators, and have many uses in the kitchen. Read on to learn more about how to grow and care for these useful native plants. What Is A …
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Firebush is a brilliant evergreen shrub for USDA zones 9 to 11 that pollinators just can’t get enough of. These low-maintenance plants are fast-growing and make great screens and backgrounds. Read on to learn more about how to grow and care for the firebush. What Is A Firebush? The firebush, Hamelia patens is also known …
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Diervillas are attractive native shrubs that can be grown in a variety of conditions and climates across the United States. Read on to learn more about growing and caring for these flowering shrubs. What Is A Diervilla? Diervillas, or bush honeysuckles, as they are commonly known, are rounded, mounding deciduous shrubs that spread by suckering. …
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Bottlebrush trees are large showy evergreen shrubs or small trees that hummingbirds and other pollinators just love. If you live in a warm enough area and have the space to grow one or more of these, they would certainly make a valuable contribution to the look and feel of your landscape. What Is A Bottlebrush …
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Wintersweet, also known for its botanical name Chimonanthus praecox, is a gorgeous flower that releases a lovely fragrance that gives way to its colloquial term. It is fair to say that everybody seems to love this plant and the feelings it elicits due to its powerful fragrance. Continue reading about wintersweet tree and discover everything …
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