Discover the best perennials and shrubs to plant in fall for a beautiful and thriving garden. Learn about top plant choices ...

Don’t forget that nearby plants will grow and expand too. An easy-care and cold tolerant evergreen shrub, American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) makes an excellent hedge plant. It has a soft texture ...

Masses of soft, fan-like foliage give arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) a unique appearance. This tough evergreen's feathery texture contrasts well with broadleaf plants. Arborvitae is commonly used as ...

There are also many different types of magnolia trees and shrub varieties to choose from, which makes it easy to find a magnolia to suit your outdoor space, no matter how much space you have. Another ...

If you’re after plants that have stunning flowers and spectacular foliage, then the begonia varieties are hard to beat. Begonias come in an astounding array of shapes, sizes, patterns and colours – ...

We got home with plants that were intended for plantations ... Our grandparents planted arborvitae on both sides of the front walk. That was part of the old-school “foundation planting ...

After November 15, fertilizing may be too late and not picked up by the plants’ roots. There is also the risk that frozen ground will cause fertilizer to run off into a sewer, drainage ditch or ...

Creating a private outdoor space is often a priority if you own a home. One of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to do this is to plant a hedge. Hedges not only add a natural barrier to your ...