A neatly trimmed privet hedge is the quintessential way to create a living fence for privacy in your yard. This classic shrub has remained a go-to hedge plant for good reason – it’s fast growing, dense, and highly shapable. If you’ve decided that a privet privacy hedge is right for your landscape, your next step … Read more
Spring has arrived and all of my trees have new growth, except the little blue spruce. Last year it started with new growth but stopped. This year there is none. It isnt a rich green color, but it isnt dead, either. Does anyone know if there is any hope for this little tree?. When you … Read more
You may also hear this tree called a yellow tulip tree. It is a hybrid species that was created by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) in 1981. This flowering tree is the result of a backcross of M. acuminata var. subcordata and another hybrid developed by BBG, Magnolia × brooklynensis ‘Evamaria. ’ Genetics aside, what … Read more
There are many different types of acacia trees. Most are able to live off rainfall alone in southern California once they are established. Flower color range from creamy white to bright yellow and sometimes in orange. Some trees are deciduous, some are evergreen. Mine has grown to about 20 feet tall. It has beautiful silvery … Read more
White rose bushes are a timeless and elegant addition to any garden. Their pure white blooms evoke thoughts of weddings, romance, and classic beauty. If you’re looking to add some white rose bushes to your outdoor space, you have plenty of gorgeous options to choose from. In this article, I’ll go over where to find … Read more
The pretty Tree Peony Suffruticosa (Japan) Glamor (Dao Da Chen) has purple flowers that are shaped like roses and are double. The flower heads are about 7 inches across, and they bloom later than the Rockii and Suffruticosa (China) species. The adult plants of Suffruticosa (Japan) Glamor (Dao Da Chen) are 3 to 4 tall … Read more
With their striking steel-blue needles and towering pyramidal form blue spruce trees are a regal addition to landscapes. Starting these evergreen beauties yourself from seed may seem daunting. But with a few simple steps and a bit of patience you can grow your own blue spruce tree from a tiny seed into an imposing, graceful … Read more
Weeping cherry trees are prized for their graceful, cascading branches laden with showy pink or white blooms in spring. But sometimes these ornamental favorites fail to leaf out, creating bare, lifeless-looking plants. If your weeping cherry is not producing leaves, don’t give up on it yet. With some detective work and corrective care, you can … Read more
With their warm, vibrant color, orange roses make a stunning addition to any garden. If you’re looking to add some orange rose plants to your landscape, you have several options for finding these beauties for sale. Knowing where to find reliable sellers of healthy, high-quality orange rose bushes will ensure success growing these eye-catching flowers. … Read more
An old favorite, rose campion, also known as Lychnis coronaria, is a must-have in any cottage garden. Each packet contains 45+ seeds. The seeds are very tiny so I always include extras. Rose Campion is a great perennial/ biennial for informal and cottage style gardens. The soft grey foliage will form a neat clump in … Read more