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20 Drought Tolerant Shrubs Created: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 08, 2013
One beautiful drought tolerant shrub is the beauty bush.
Weeping Trees Created: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 08, 2013
See pictures and basic growing facts for 18 weeping trees.
Angel's Trumpet - Brugmansia spp. Created: Saturday, July 05, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
The angel's trumpet features gorgeous trumpet-shaped blooms which will create a beautiful focal point for your tropical garden.
How To Prune Lavender Created: Wednesday, July 06, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Lavender is a fun plant to prune, and a forgiving one. The key is to know that the plant tries to form weak wood at its center, and to slow down this process. this article tells you how and when to...
Angelica Tree Growing Profile Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
The angelica tree is native to Asia and produces creamy colored flowers during the summer growing season.
Meet Some of the Invasive Vines Created: Sunday, September 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
These woody vines all tend to become invasive in the garden.
Grow Your Own Spices Created: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Learn about 12 different spices that come from trees, shrubs or lianas.
Magnolia Trees and Shrubs Created: Sunday, September 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Meet 12 species of the beautiful Magnolia genus.
12 Trees for Zone 6 Created: Saturday, June 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
All 12 of these trees will be able to grow in a Zone 6 landscape.
Jasmine Shrubs and Vines Created: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Enjoy the glorious scent that jasmine shrubs and vines produce when you plant one of these species.
Shrubs for Part Shade and Full Shade Areas Created: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
These shrubs can grow in part shade at least, and some can grow in full shade.
Vaccinium Shrubs and Subshrubs Created: Monday, April 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Familiar plants in this genus include blueberries, cranberries, huckleberries and lingonberries.
Elm Trees Created: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Elm trees (Ulmus) are popular trees that have faced many problems due to Dutch elm disease. Learn more about 20 of these species, including ones that are resistant to this disease.
Great Choices for Living Christmas Trees Created: Thursday, December 29, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Are you interested in a living Christmas tree this year? Here are 12 different choices that will work well.
Walnut Tree Species Created: Saturday, June 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Learn more about some of the species of walnut trees.
Sumac Trees and Shrubs Created: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Become acquainted with 12 members of the sumac (Rhus) genus.
12 Species of Willow Trees and Shrubs Created: Friday, December 30, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Willow trees and shrubs are filed in the Salix genus. These plants do best in moist soil. Meet 12 species of willow trees and shrubs.
9 Species of Fig Trees Created: Friday, September 30, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Fig trees are tropical (for the most part) and belong to the Ficus genus. Learn about some of these fascinating species.
Dogwood Trees, Shrubs and Subshrubs Created: Wednesday, March 21, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Dogwoods are a great choice for the home landscape. They offer splashes of color in every season. Learn more about 12 species of dogwood trees, shrubs and subshrubs.
12 Species of Viburnum Shrubs Created: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Viburnums are handsome shrubs and small trees that produce lovely flowers. Learn more about 12 of these species.
12 Species of Gum Trees Created: Wednesday, October 05, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Many species in Angophora, Corymbia and Eucalyptus may be called a gum tree. Learn more about these (usually) Australian natives.
12 Species of Maple Trees Created: Monday, September 26, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
One of the most familiar genera of trees is maple (Acer). These trees and shrubs are famous for their fall colors and delicious syrup.
Best Grafts for Tropical Fruit Trees Created: Sunday, September 25, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Best grafts chosen by researchers for 13 tropical fruits are listed here! Breadfruit, avocado, mango, jackfruit, and rambutan, and more are listed here, along with links for further reading for oth...
What Is the World's Oldest Tree? Created: Sunday, September 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Find out which trees live the longest here.
What Tree Has the World's Biggest Leaves? Created: Sunday, September 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Find out which type of tree has the world's largest leaves.
What Is an Invasive Plant? Created: Sunday, September 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Invasive plants can definitely harm your landscape. Learn why you shouldn't plant them.
What Is an Open-Center Tree? Created: Monday, October 31, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Some types of fruit trees are trained to have an open center. What does this mean?
What Are Chill Hours? Created: Monday, October 31, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Fruit trees require a certain amount of chill hours every winter. Learn what they are and how to choose the proper kinds for your area.
Invasive Shrubs Created: Sunday, September 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
The Amur honeysuckle can become invasive in some areas.
Where Does Latex Come From? Created: Sunday, October 30, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Do you know how latex balloons, gloves and other products are made?
Why Should You Thin Fruit on Your Fruit Tree? Created: Friday, July 15, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
It may seem counterintuitive, but when you thin fruit from your tree, you set the stage for a better fruit crop.
20 Invasive Trees Created: Monday, October 29, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
The Amur corktree has become a nuisance in many areas.