Actually, there aren’t any shrubs that really require trimming. They get by without it in the wild, after all. As Alan Titchmarsh notes in “How to Garden: Flowering Shrubs,” “Many gardeners struggle ...

'Stellar Ruby' magnolia thrives in nutrient-rich soil and benefits from an annual application of slow-release fertilizer in ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When it comes to finding the best low-maintenance shrub for the front of your house, Dallas-based ...

Not everyone is born with a green thumb and picking up a garden shovel for the first time might feel like a scary prospect. But even those who kill everything they try to grow will be glad to know ...

Shrubs are great plants for giving your garden depth, color and privacy. Many native and near-native shrubs are also critical for our wildlife, providing habitat and food. And springtime is a good ...

IF YOU’VE EVER been surprised when a supposedly dwarf shrub outgrows its intended footprint in the garden, you’re not alone. Compact burning bush (Euonymus alatus ‘Compactus’), with growth to 8 to 10 ...

Discover low-maintenance, high-impact beauty with easy-care shrub roses! Enjoy continuous blooms and disease resistance, ...

First impressions are important, so a stylish front yard brimming with gorgeous plants can transform what visitors think of your home. Terry Smithson, biodiversity manager and ecologist at the ...

I’m looking for some small shrubs that bloom during the summer to plant in front of the house. I would like for them to be low maintenance. That area is well-draining and it gets sun starting around ...

Potted plants are an excellent way to add color and beauty to your space. Growing your plants in containers makes it easy to control the soil and water conditions. It also makes it a breeze to move ...

A well-maintained lush green lawn can be an important part of a residential landscape, adding curb appeal and even value to the property. But depending upon the size of a lawn, it can also be a burden ...