Shrubs are often considered foundational plantings that “anchor” your home to the surrounding landscaping. In addition to providing a transition from human-made structures to natural greenery, shrubs ...

Flowering shrubs and small flowering trees serve important roles in the landscape. Not only do they bring color and aesthetic value to homes and gardens, but they also enhance soil stability, improve ...

Katherine Gallagher is a writer and sustainability expert. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Chapman University and a Sustainable Tourism certificate from the GSTC. An evergreen flowering ...

Flowering trees and shrubs are some of the best signs of spring, thanks to their surefire color each year. Whether you love big or small flowering trees, each one has the ability to envelop your yard.

Winter doesn’t mean your garden has to look bare and lifeless. While most plants hunker down for the cold season, certain ...

Whether you're growing shrubs for privacy, to add height to a garden space, to cover or hide an unsightly structure, or simply for the heck of it, a flowering shrub can be an easy way to get the best ...

Before you head out to the nursery to purchase a tree for your landscape, there are some important things to consider.