Shrubs
There are various types of shrubs that can be grown in the landscape, from flowering shrubs to evergreen shrubs. Knowing which ones are best suited to your region and how to grow them is crucial in their overall success. For this reason, we have created a shrub care guide that features informative articles on growing shrubs—be it individual evergreen and flowering shrubs or simply general shrub care, such as pruning or common shrub issues. To learn more about growing shrubs for your garden or landscape, continue reading.
Explore Shrubs
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Best Full Sun Hydrangeas For Light-Soaked Landscapes – These 4 Shrubs Shine In Sunny Yards & Gardens
Find the perfect full sun hydrangea for your bright, sunny landscape. Plus, follow these tips to make sure shrubs shine in even the most light-filled locations.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Endless Summer Bloomstruck Hydrangea: A Reblooming Beauty For Sensational Summer Color
Endless Summer Bloomstruck hydrangeas will add vibrant color to your garden all summer long. Explore how to care for these beauties.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Grow A Mountain Hydrangea – The Underused Shrub With Wonderfully Whimsical Blooms
Mountain hydrangeas are a beautiful, compact variety that is sure to stun. Learn all about these vibrant shrubs and how you can grow one in your garden.
By Teo Spengler
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Where To Plant Hydrangeas So They Thrive For Years – Plus, The Best Types For Tough Spots
Deciding where to plant hydrangeas can mean the difference between long-lasting shrubs and struggling plants. Learn where to plant them for the best results.
By Amy Grant
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When To Plant Hydrangeas For The Healthiest Plants & Best Blooms – Plus, The Worst Time To Plant Shrubs
Timing is everything—that includes when to plant hydrangeas. Find out the best to plant shrubs. Plus, the one time you should never try to plant them.
By Amy Grant
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Expert Guide: How To Deadhead Hydrangeas For Better Blooms And Healthier Plants
Learn how to deadhead hydrangeas to create stronger, healthier plants and the most gorgeous blooms you've ever had. Follow along for expert tips.
By Tonya Barnett
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How Often To Water Hydrangeas And Top Hydration Tips From A Gardening Expert
They are water lovers, but how often do you water hydrangeas? Learn the best advice to help keep your hydrangeas well-hydrated and looking lush.
By Amy Grant
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Does Baking Soda Make Hydrangeas Bloom Better? The Truth Behind This Viral Gardening Hack
If you've been tempted to try adding baking soda to your hydrangeas, then you need to know whether this hack will really boost blooms or do more harm than good.
By Tyler Schuster
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'Alice’ Oakleaf Hydrangea Growing Guide: Expert Advice For A Big, Showy Shrub
An 'Alice' oakleaf hydrangea is a beautiful addition to any yard. It will look brilliant all year as the seasons change and is an easy grower.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Are Hydrangeas Poisonous To Cats? How To Keep Kitties Safe Around These Common Flowers
There are so many gorgeous varieties of hydrangea to add showy color to your garden, but are hydrangeas poisonous to your cats? Learn more to keep kitty safe.
By Amy Grant
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Hydrangea Arborescens Is The Elegant Native Shrub That Deserves A Spot In Every Garden – How To Grow This Summer Stunner
Hydrangea arborescens, a native variety with snowball-like blooms, makes a wonderful addition to any garden. Learn how to grow this shrub in your landscape.
By Susan Albert
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Do Deer Eat Hydrangeas? How To Keep Beloved Shrubs Safe From Greedy Grazers
Do deer like hydrangeas? Everything you need to now about deer and hydrangeas, including the best types to plant if you have deer in your area.
By Amy Grant
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8 Flowering Shrubs That Bloom All Summer – To Vamp Up Borders & Sweeten Your Curb Appeal
Looking for the longest blooming bushes for your borders, pathways and lawn edgings? You'll love these 8 flowering shrubs that bloom all summer long
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Grow Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea Shrubs: Try Vanille Fraise Hydrangeas For Sweet Blooms Every Summer
For a dreamy shrub that brings soft color variations and long lasting visual interest, grow a Vanilla Strawberry hydrangea. Here’s how to care for Vanille Fraise shrubs
By Teo Spengler
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How To Grow Panicle Hydrangeas For Gorgeous, Low-Maintenance Blooms All Summer Long – Plus, Top Cultivars To Try
Panicle hydrangeas are the ultimate low-maintenance shrubs! These beauties bloom all summer and all it takes is a little care. Here's how to help them thrive.
By Tonya Barnett
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How And When To Transplant Hydrangeas So They Survive & Thrive In A New Location
If transplanting hydrangeas is on your to-do list, you're in luck! Our garden experts will walk your through step-by-step how to move hydrangeas to a new home.
By Teo Spengler
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Grow These Eye-Popping Purple Hydrangea Varieties For A Lively On-Trend Tonal Treat
From subtle indigo to rich violets, a purple hydrangea captures the imagination and adds elegance and verve to borders. Here are some of the finest purple bloomers
By Teo Spengler