Evergreens should form the backbone of your front yard planting scheme, providing a focal point with one distinctive style on show or alternatively providing a framework against which other plants can ...

Far from being dull stalwarts of beds and borders, evergreen shrubs are a lifesaver for busy gardeners, providing colour, structure and interest all year round. From low-growing ground cover, tall ...

Deer, while cute, can be pests in the garden, especially when they're nibbling on your favorite plants. Keep them out with ...

Evergreen shrubs are the backbone of any garden. Over several years working as a professional gardener, I have found that evergreen domes, hedges, and bushes are just as important as flamboyant ...

Boxwood shrubs have been popular for centuries across the world and are considered one of the oldest known garden plants.

Planting fast-growing evergreen shrubs in your landscape is an easy way to create a privacy screen, reduce noise, and add beauty to your space. Evergreens provide year-long foliage so you don't have ...

“Tears of joy are like the summer rain drops pierced by sunbeams.” – Hosea Ballou. “I love how summer just wraps its arms around you like a warm blanket.” – Kellie Elmore. “Deep summer is when ...

A height over 6 feet and dense foliage are basic requirements for a privacy hedge. Favorite plants include: -- Yew: Its decent height and dense growth makes it a great evergreen hedge. Some varieties ...

When you’re outdoors pruning bare-branched trees and shrubs in winter, it may seem obvious to prune the evergreens too. That’s not a good idea, according to Julie Janoski, Plant Clinic manager at The ...