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Best dwarf evergreens for small spaces – 5 compact shrubs for year-round greenery
Dwarf evergreens are perfect for maintaining interest in the garden, even in small spaces. Fortunately, there are many ...
The best new trees and shrubs of 2025
The final part of our best-new-plants-of-2025 series concludes with a look at some of the top new trees and shrubs debuting ...
Small? Check — Fragrant? Check — 6 Shrubs to Plant That Will Smell Amazing on a Balcony or in a Micro Garden
When outdoor space is at a premium, these are the plants you should get in your planters to bring sweet scents come ...
27 Best Types of Juniper Shrubs for a Low-Maintenance Landscape
J. conferta ‘Blue Pacific’ – Also called Blue Pacific Shore, this slow-growing, heat-tolerant juniper has handsome blue-green ...
Careful pruning can reduce a shrub’s size
The main technique for reducing the size of an overgrown deciduous shrub is called heading back. Heading cuts are intended to ...
Root Awakening: Start small when pruning plants, as not all tolerate aggressive trimming
Ensure your plants are well watered to prevent them from drying out, as this can lead to stress and pest issues. You may have to incorporate some sphagnum moss around the roots to retain moisture if ...
How to Grow a Chaste Tree (Vitex) for Its Beautiful Purple Flowers
To start a chaste tree from seed, collect and extract the seed from mature fruit in the fall. Plant it in a container filled ...