Shrubs
Conifers for Shade
Yes, you can grow evergreens trees and shrubs in shade. Who knew?
by Christine Froehlich
The Only Shrubs You Need to Grow
Providing reliable good looks without a lot of work, these eight plants are a garden unto themselves
by Lynden Miller
How to Prune Conifers
These plants are unforgiving, so make the right cuts for the right reasons
by Bert Cregg
VIDEO
Potting Soil Recipe for Woody Plants and Perennials
This long-lasting mixture is the perfect medium for long-term plants
by Rita Randolph
10 Shrubs for Summer Color
These vibrant bloomers give even the showiest annuals and perennials a run for their money
by Paul Cappiello
Shrubs for Slopes
Tricky inclines are no match for these fast-growing, low-maintenance plants
by Ian Robertson
Plants that Taste as Good as they Look
From ground covers to trees, these fruit-bearing plants merit a place in your ornamental garden
by Lee Reich
Q&A
Growing in the wind
by Tim Boland
How to Prune Cane-Growing Shrubs
Keep new plants looking young and make old plants look like new
by John C. Fech
Pruning Crape Myrtles
Make the right cuts to improve the tree's looks and health
by Janet Carson
8 Trees and Shrubs with Showy Fall Fruit
These plants add late-season dazzle to a garden when most plants are winding down
by Alan Branhagen
Cotoneaster ‘Tom Thumb’
A mild-mannered cotoneaster
by Christine Froehlich
Making More Shrubs
Layering, an easy propagation technique, is a three-step process that lets the plant do most of the work
by Lee Reich
Pruning Subshrubs
Don't cut plants like lavender to the ground, and don't touch them in fall or winter
by Debra Knapke
25 Robust Summer Bloomers
Rely on a mix of colorful perennials and shrubs that can practically take care of themselves
by Suzanne Knutson
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Diablo’
An easygoing shrub with superlative color and form
by Steve Silk
Pruning Climbing Roses
Prune yearly for healthier, more manageable growth and bigger, better flowers
by Andrew Schulman
Salix integra ‘Hakuro-nishiki’
A variegated willow for the sunny border
by Bobbie Schwartz
Big Flowers from Bigleaf Hydrangeas
The right mix of light, nutrients, and water, plus winter protection can ensure abundant blooms
by Dick Bir
Pruning Lilacs
Whether it's an ancient shrub or a vigorous young plant, all lilacs can benefit from some well-placed cuts
by Jeff Jabco
Q&A
Getting hollies to fruit
by Steve Silk
Witch Hazels
While there are many to choose from, these five hybrid selections stand out from the crowd
by Tim Brotzman
Butterfly bushes
by Kathy Diemer
How Drought Affects Trees and Shrubs
Leaf scorch, stem dieback, and susceptibility to pests and pathogens can result when woody plants get too little water
by Robert Childs
Trimming a Hedge
For straight sides and a flat top, use stakes and string as a guide
by John Sosnowski
Q&A
Flowering on old wood
by Wayne Cahilly
A Bold Border of Trees and Shrubs
by Mike Donnally
Train Roses to Produce More Flowers
Bending long canes and securing them at the base of the plant also conserves garden space
by Clair Martin
Q&A
Transplanting rose bushes
by Andrew Schulman
Evergreen Hollies
From pyramidal trees to tidy shrubs, these plants have a multitude of garden uses
by Andrew Bunting
Landscaping with Antique Roses
Instead of creating a rose garden, plant a garden that contains roses
by Michael Shoup
Q&A
Shade evergreens as screens
by Paul Cappiello
Digging and Storing Woody Plants
The aim when transplanting is to keep root balls compact and protected
by Tim Hensley
Q&A
Roses for a problem site
by Andrew Schulman
Q&A
Shrubs to attract birds
by C. Colston Burrell
Viburnums are Versatile Shrubs
Showy, often-fragrant flowers are followed by colorful berries and fall foliage
by Ken Twombly
Propagate Your Shrubs from Softwood Cuttings
With the right tools and conditions, it's easy to propagate new plants from softwood shoots
by Susan Grillo
Q&A
Antique Roses for a Small Garden
by Andrew Schulman
READER'S TIP
Shrub savers
by R. B. Himes
Lilacs: Time for a Fresh Look
Now you can be choosy about fragrance, shape, hue, and flowering time
by Jack Alexander
Q&A
Suckering roses
by Michael Ruggiero
Q&A
Propagating rhodies
by Marlo Doherty
Q&A
Gardening on a windy site
by Daniel Hinkley, Lainie Thompson
Q&A
Shrubs for screening
by Suzanne Edney
Q&A
Crape myrtle control
Q&A
Debunking a septic myth
by Scott Clark
Shrubs for wet sites
by Judy Glattstein
English Roses Anchor an American Shoreline Garden
Easy-care David Austin roses offer old-fashioned charm and fragrance
by Lynn Hunt
Q&A
Rejuvenate leggy lilacs
by Erica Glasener
Fundamentals of Foundation Plantings
Well-placed plants wed a home to its site
by Todd Phillippi
Q&A
Transplanting an old rosebush
by Lynn Hunt
Q&A
Force blooms of flowering shrubs
by Sydney Eddison
Tree Peonies Blossom in Dappled Shade
These easy-to-grow shrubs add romance and fragrance to the garden
by David Furman
Q&A
Shrubs for a southern slope
by J.C. Raulston
Q&A
Plants for a wet, sunny spot
by Henry Mityga
READER'S TIP
Winter plant shelters
by Walter Behrendt
VIDEO
Deadheading Flowering Shrubs
Removing spent blossoms keeps plants tidy and triggers more flowers
by Lee Reich
VIDEO
Feeding and Mulching Roses
When roses start making their growth, it's time for maintenance
by Andrew Schulman
VIDEO
How to Prune Climbing Roses
by Peter Kukielski
VIDEO
How to Prune Hydrangeas
Occasionally pruning these plants can improve their performance
by Clive Lodge
VIDEO
Planting Garden Roses in Containers
Choose rose varieties that are naturally compact
by Andrew Schulman
VIDEO
Preparing Roses for Winter
A little TLC helps to protect against winter damage
by John C. Fech
VIDEO
Pruning Pines
Trim these conifers when they are actively growing
by Bert Cregg
