How Far Off Your Property Line Should You Plant Trees?
Trees have branch and root systems that can grow wide. It's important to plant them at the proper distance so you don't encroach on your neighbor's property.
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The Fragrant Shrub Gardeners Rarely Grow Anymore (For Good Reason)
This shrub isn't bothered by poor soil, nor salt. Its resilience is a key reason it was once grown, not to mention its showy pink blossoms and fragrance.
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Say Goodbye To Traditional Mulch: The New Hydrangea Variety That Can Help Suppress Weeds
The key to this hydrangea variety's weed suppression? Its height versus its spread. This innovative flowering shrub comes in three colors with names to match.
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Say Goodbye To Gravel: Here's The Only Thing A Newly Planted Tree Needs At The Bottom Of Its Hole
We aren't sure how some garden practices start, but placing gravel in the bottom of a tree's planting hole is one you'll want to skip. Here's all it needs.
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Plant This Fragrant Shrub In September For Pretty Fall Foliage And Winter Blooms
This fascinating hybrid looks like any other leafy shrub, but if it's planted in time, it'll fill your winter garden with rich golden foliage and flowers.
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The Beautiful And Fragrant Plant To Prune Before September Is Over
This vining plant produces decadent white blooms in summer -- a clue to get your pruning shears ready. By the end of September, it'll be ready for a big chop.
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The Type Of Perennial Plants You Shouldn't Be Planting In September
Plenty of perennials can be safely planted in your garden in September, like deciduous trees or spring bulbs, but not this kind (they may not make it).
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The Minty-Fresh Aromatic Herb That'll Fill Your Garden With Pollinators
This California native blooms purple clusters from late spring till the end of summer. It's drought tolerant, and pollinators enjoy its nectar-filled centers.
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Not Mums: The Towering Flower That Blooms In October For A Spectacular Garden
Montanoa grandiflora—the daisy tree—blooms in October, delivering late-season height, structure, and striking floral impact when autumn gardens fade.
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Keep Wasps Out Of Your Yard With A Fragrant Herb They Can't Stand
While this herb is a culinary staple in soups and stews, it's also an effective deterrent that will keep pesky wasps from hanging out in your yard.
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The Old-Fashioned Shrub Gardeners Should Plant For Its Creamy Bell-Like Flowers
This old-fashioned shrub blooms in early spring, making it a pretty addition to the landscape. It thrives in zones 6 to 8 and needs full sun to partial shade.
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Can You Trim The Bushes In Your Yard Too Much?
A trim can lighten the burden and prompt new bush growth, but too much might lead to stunted, sick, or dead plants. Think about frequency, volume, and timing.
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Step Aside Hydrangea: This Berried Shrub Provides Color From Late Summer To First Frost
This Proven Winners plant puts on a colorful display across three seasons, with its glossy green leaves, small white flower clusters, and pink and blue berries.
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For Flourishing Zinnias, Don't Grow Them Near These Shrubs
Since zinnias are summer annuals, you may think you can plant them in any of your garden beds. However, they'll fail to thrive when planted near some shrubs.
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Think Twice Before Planting This Skunk-Like Fragrant Shrub
While this shrub may look attractive in your garden and produce edible berries, the reality is that it can smell not-so-pleasant to many people.
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What To Do With Your Hydrangea In September
Fall arrives in September, and for many gardens this sets off a list of things-to-do. For hydrangeas, September is a key month for one particular bit of care.
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The Yellow Vining Plant That Hummingbirds Will Flock To (It's Not Black-Eyed Susan)
This yellow vine is a Florida native and known to attract a particular hummingbird with coppery feathers. The vine can be grown vertically or as ground cover.
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Not Just For Weeds: The Garden Tool For Killing Unwanted Tree Roots
That stubborn root may need more than a shovel. A familiar systemic solution used for weeds can also help tackle unwanted roots at the source.
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The Beautiful, Medicinal Tree That Gardeners Have All But Forgotten
There are plenty of reasons to plant things in your garden that could improve your health, and if you don't have this tree in your yard, you are missing out.
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More Unexpected Than Mock Orange: The Privacy Hedge You Should Plant Instead
Keep the glossy foliage you love while giving your perimeter an interesting twist. This unexpected option brings privacy, flowers, berries, and personality.
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The Fast-Growing Shrub With Beautiful Bold Flowers To Plant Before August Is Over
August isn't too late to plant this deciduous shrub, as its bloom time is from June to September. What's more, its flowers turn into sweet berries you can eat.
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This Overlooked Part Of A Shade Tree Helps Control Erosion, And It's Not The Roots
A shade tree can do more than block the hot sun; while its roots are important for many aspects of landscaping, they can also help control erosion.
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What Does A Pink Ribbon On A Tree Mean?
Ribbons, flags, or paint markings in various colors are how land management companies mark areas for specific reasons, such as utility or property lines.
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You Don't Need Lavender: The Flowering Shrub That'll Help Keep Snails Away
For a snail and slug-resistant garden, choose plants from this large genus of shrubs, all of which have a natural sap that mollusks and other pests won't touch.
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Not Gardenias: The Flowering Plant You Should Grow For Its Fragrant Smell
One comparison made to this shrub's sweet-smelling flowers is apricots. Another is cotton candy. It blooms in the fall and it can extend into the winter months.
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The Shrub Gardeners Love For Privacy Quickly Forms A Dense And Versatile Hedge
Though it's a high-risk invasive plant, this strong-smelling flowering plant can act as a natural barrier to provide your yard with extra privacy.
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Be Warned: This Berry Bush Is Like A Magnet For Ticks In Your Yard
Though the berries of this shrub are edible, the plant's dense thicket is a tick magnet. So if you have it growing in your yard, you should remove it.
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