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Ground covers are low-growing plants that spread across the ground to form a dense, weed-suppressing mat. They are excellent options for filling in bare spots, preventing soil erosion on slopes, and replacing lawn grass. Many attractive perennials make great ground covers, but some of the easiest to establish from seed are annuals and herbs. When … Read more
With their cheerful flowers and trailing vines, vinca plants add a pop of color to gardens and landscape beds. Also known as periwinkle, these hardy plants bloom from spring until frost Providing proper care during the cold winter months is key to ensuring vinca returns healthy and vigorous when warm weather arrives again Follow these … Read more
Lily of the valley is a classic shade garden plant, highly valued for its charming white bell-shaped flowers and lovely fragrance. However, when your lily of the valley fails to bloom, all you’re left with is a mass of plain green foliage. Getting these plants to flower reliably requires meeting a few key growing conditions: … Read more
Discover the Beautiful Calluna Vulgaris Heather Plants for Sale As a landscaper and gardener, I’m always on the lookout for interesting evergreen shrubs that provide year-round interest One of my favorites is Calluna vulgaris, commonly known as Scotch heather or ling. This versatile hardy perennial is prized for its delightful flowers and colorful foliage In … Read more
Upcycling unwanted items into useful things for the garden is a great way to save money while giving new life to stuff destined for the landfill. With a little creativity, you can transform all kinds of discarded items into functional and decorative elements to enhance your outdoor space Here are 25 upcycling ideas to inspire … Read more
With its distinctive, spiky leaves and architectural shape, yucca is a very unique looking plant. However, there are actually several other plants that resemble the iconic yucca. These yucca lookalikes often get confused with true yucca species due to similarities in foliage and growth habit. But upon closer inspection, important differences emerge. Here are 11 … Read more
Pieris japonica, also known as Japanese andromeda or lily-of-the-valley shrub, is a popular evergreen landscaping plant This ornamental shrub is prized for its showy spring blooms and attractive, glossy foliage. With proper pruning, pieris japonica can maintain a neat, healthy shape for years to come When to Prune Pieris Japonica The best time to prune … Read more
Cherry blossoms in stunning shades of black and white can create unique artistic views of this iconic flower The high contrast of dark branches dotted with white or light pink flowers is eye-catching Black and white cherry blossom images have become popular for tattoos, artwork, and photography. Let’s explore what makes this flower so ideal … Read more
With their rapid growth and tall narrow shape Leyland cypress trees are a popular choice for creating living fences and screens. But to keep your Leyland cypress healthy and avoid future problems, it’s important to give them adequate spacing from fences or other barriers. Planting too close can lead to crowded, stressed trees down the … Read more
Azaleas are beautiful flowering shrubs that add a pop of color to any garden If you want more azalea plants or want to share a particular variety with friends, taking azalea cuttings is the best way to propagate them But how long does it actually take for the cuttings to develop roots? Let’s take a … Read more