Ninebark, Physocarpus opulifolius, is a wonderful native shrub that provides year-round interest, even though it is deciduous. This low-maintenance plant is incredibly cold hardy which makes it a great plant for cold northern gardens all the way down to zone 2. Read on to learn more about growing and caring for this versatile shrub. What …
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The mock orange bush is a fantastic addition to gardens in zones 4 to 7. Although they don’t exactly steal the show for much of the year, they are very showy and fragrant when in flower. Read on to learn more about these popular deciduous shrubs. What Is A Mock Orange? The mock orange plant …
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Ligustrum plants, or privets as they are often known, are popular garden plants that come with one major disadvantage. These plants have proven to be highly invasive where they are grown outside of their native range. Fortunately, not all species are equally invasive and at least one seedless cultivar has been developed to solve this …
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Japanese andromeda is a highly ornamental and showy flowering shrub or small tree that has many uses in the garden. With so many different cultivars available, there’s a Japanese pieris for just about anyone. If there’s one downside to this plant, however, it’s that it has some highly toxic properties. Nevertheless, this is a great …
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Most hydrangea diseases are easily prevented – but if you find your plants looking anything other than green and lush, you might be wondering what you did wrong. The reality is that many common illnesses can come on suddenly without warning. While most won’t kill your shrubs outright, it is important to be aware of …
The hydrangea is a garden staple – and if you’re considering growing hydrangea companion plants, that’s a wise choice. There are certain plants that, when grown next to hydrangea bushes, benefit from similar growing conditions and offer similar visual appeal. Not only that, but hydrangeas offer various advantages to plants growing nearby. If you’re wondering …
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If your shrubs aren’t blooming the way you’d like them to, don’t panic – it could just be time to add some hydrangea fertilizer. There are several kinds of fertilizers you can use on your shrubs depending on their nutritional needs, what kind of soil you have, and what kind of goal you are trying …
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Planting and transplanting hydrangeas may sound like a daunting gardening task, but the reality is that this chore is actually quite easy to handle. Whether you’re planting a fresh new arrival that you just purchased from the nursery or you are moving a hydrangea that you already have growing on your property, knowing the proper …
Are you interested in learning the many ways to propagate hydrangeas? Hydrangea propagation isn’t necessarily challenging, but there are a few specific steps you will need to follow in order to be successful. Here’s what you need to know. How Do You Grow Hydrangeas From Cuttings? There are a few different ways you can propagate …
Although there are all kinds of culprits that can cause common problems with hydrangea leaves, more often than not, issues with the foliage are directly related to fungal diseases. When it comes to growing hydrangeas successfully, there are a few diseases to watch out for, but keep in mind that something as simple as underwatering …
