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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How And When To Prune Azaleas, According To Gardening Pros
Knowing when to prune an azalea and how to do it keeps shrubs healthy and promotes a manageable size. Here's how to prune this plant for beautiful blooms.
By Heather Rhoades
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How To Prune A Lilac Bush For A Neat & Tidy Shrub Full Of Spectacular Spring Blooms
Learning how to prune a lilac bush the right way is key to growing stunning shrubs full of flowers every spring. Here's how to keep lilacs looking their best.
By Nikki Tilley
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Hydrangea Not Blooming? Here's Why & How To Get Tons Of Gorgeous Flowers
A hydrangea not blooming is a massive disappointment. Here are the most common reasons why your shrub refuses to bloom and how to make it full of flowers.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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How To Grow A Dense Yew Hedge
How To Prune A Yew Hedge For Bushier Growth
By Susan Albert
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Grow Pearlbush: Discover Exochorda Racemosa
With its shimmering white flowers, pearlbush is a precious garden gem. Here's how to grow your own showstopping shrub for borders and hedges.
By Susan Albert
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Grow Common Privet: Best Care For Invasive Ligustrum Vulgare
It may be called the common privet, but with the right care Ligustrum vulgare can make beautiful standalone shrubs and garden hedging.
By Teo Spengler
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Fastest Growing Shrubs And Hedges For Privacy
Good fences make good neighbors. And fast growing shrubs make great fences.
By Teo Spengler
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Pruning Rose Of Sharon Shrub: Tips On How To Trim A Rose Of Sharon
Prune your Rose of Sharon bush regularly to keep it compact and blooming well.
By Becca Badgett
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Pruning Oleander Shrubs: When And How To Prune An Oleander
Learn the best time to prune oleander bushes, and how to do it to keep your oleander happy and healthily blooming.
By Susan Patterson
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4 Common Shrub Mistakes To Avoid
What are some of the most common shrub landscaping mistakes a gardener can make and how can you avoid them? Click here for our top 4.
By Teo Spengler
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Best Hydrangeas For Shade Gardens
Do hydrangeas need full sun? What are the best hydrangeas for shade? Click here to find the answers.
By Teo Spengler
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Easy To Grow Hydrangeas For Every Landscape
Want to grow hydrangeas but don't know where to start? Read on for no fuss, all thrills hydrangeas for any landscape.
By Amy Draiss
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Spring Hydrangea Care: 5 Tips for Happy Hydrangeas
Our 5 top springtime tips for happy hydrangeas will provide information on pruning, feeding, transplanting, mulching and more.
By Amy Draiss
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White Hydrangea Flowers: Learn About White Hydrangea Bushes
Hydrangea bushes are a long-time favorite. White hydrangea varieties can create a fresh new look in the garden. Learn about them here.
By Tonya Barnett
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How to Easily Change the Color of Your Hydrangea
Can you change the color of hydrangea flowers? Yes you can, and it's actually easy. Click here to learn how.
By Heather Rhoades
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How To Grow And Care For Azaleas
Azaleas can be grown in nearly any garden, adding vibrant color in the spring. Click here for the best azalea growing tips and tricks.
By Amy Draiss
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Seaside Grape Information - Tips For Growing Sea Grapes
Want an interesting edible that thrives in seaside locales? Try growing sea grapes! Click here to learn more.
By Amy Grant

