Plants can create living privacy screens to reduce noise, block wind, hide a fence line, cover an undesirable view or shield your yard from outside view. They can be used to create a property border or to separate and delineate patios and outdoor living areas. Privacy screens are also useful to hide less attractive things…
Most gardeners start pacing in winter in anticipation of the riot of spring blossoms to come. There is a secret to enjoying some bursts of color before the spring thaw: Helleborus. A Sure Cure for the Winter Blues Some Helleborus, called Christmas Rose, feature beautiful blooms that start peeking through the drab grays of November….
Your houseplants may be warm and cozy inside, but they still know it’s winter. Their outdoor cousins have already become dormant, slowing their growth and focusing on conserving their energy until the longer days and warmer temperatures of spring encourage them to emerge. Your houseplants may be safe from the elements, but they will still…
I’m sure you have heard that perennials should be divided, but what does that mean? How do you do it? And when? With a few guidelines, you’ll be a pro at this simple garden task. Division is one of the best ways to multiply the number of plants in your garden and, better yet, it’s…
We find that the most beautiful and intriguing gardens make use of hedges to create a bit of mystery, to encourage flow throughout the garden and to make unique garden rooms. Hedges can also create privacy, define spaces, add linear structure, or be used as a living fence. Hedges are shrubs that are planted so…
Here’s a plant to get excited about! Rose Creek Abelia blooms its head off all summer and is super easy to care for. The first thing to love is its size. This compact shrub grows just 3-4′ tall and wide. You’ll never need to prune it! And it grows well in full-sun to partial-shade, so…
Selecting a new tree to plant is exciting! Beautiful trees can make such a huge difference in the appearance of your home and garden. What type of tree to plant can be a big decision – there are so many varieties to choose from. How can you narrow down the field to select the perfect…
