Key Takeaways Evergreens most susceptible to winter burn include broadleaved plants like rhododendrons and holly.Mulching can ...

Consider these expert recommendations for fast-growing evergreen shrubs. Many are native plants to the South, provide a privacy screen, reduce noise, and add beauty to the garden.

Fast-growing plants have their benefits, but with these evergreens, there are also drawbacks. From being disease-prone to ...

Winter can feel like a long, gray stretch where gardens go to hibernate. But who says your outdoor space has to be dull and ...

JAZZ UP YOUR BACKYARD: Chinese Fringe-Flower Jazz Hands Bold is an excellent choice for a beautiful and easy-to-maintain hedge. (National Garden Bureau) “Tears of joy are like the summer rain drops ...

An ideal hedge is dense and tall enough to block wind, mute noises, block views, or serve other functions based on your needs. Evergreen shrubs are popular for hedges because they offer the same ...

Ever walk by a neighbor’s garden and wonder how they keep it looking so lush without breaking a sweat? Turns out, you don’t ...

Forever Goldy® Arborvitae is a compact variety with vibrant foliage that holds its true gold color year-round without burning or fading. Get to know the ideal conditions for growing healthy, beautiful ...

Evergreens have always been popular shrubs, and it’s easy to understand why. They offer low maintenance, year-round color, even if you live in the snowy north. Their dense branches offer food and ...

During dismal winter days, evergreen trees and shrubs bring precious color and cheer to yards and neighborhoods. Let’s pay them back by learning their names. All evergreen shrubs may look alike to a ...

For most of the year, deciduous trees get all the attention. To their credit, though, they do put on quite the show: Blossoming in the springtime, providing shade in the summer, and then pulling out ...

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 ...