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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Rose Of Sharon, A Complete Care And Growing GuideThe lovely, old-fashioned Rose of Sharon is a delight to grow with abundant colorful flowers that bloom into fall. Grow it as a shrub or a tree.
By Becca Badgett
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7 Fragrant Hedge Plants For Heavenly Floral BoundariesA fragrant hedge will boost your home's curb appeal, providing a feast for the senses with glorious flowers and a delicious aroma.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Shrub Diseases And Pests To Watch Out ForShrub diseases and pests can be challenging. Learn how to recognize and eradicate them before they can present a danger to your plants.
By Susan Albert
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How & When To Prune Hydrangeas: Everything You Need To Know For Spectacular BloomsSince there are various types of hydrangea bushes, pruning instructions may vary slightly. Pruning hydrangea bushes is not necessary unless the shrubs have become overgrown or unsightly. Click here for more.
By Nikki Tilley
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What Is A Tree Hydrangea: Learn About Growing Hydrangea TreesIf you are interested in growing hydrangea trees, click this article to learn about this unique form of hydrangea in the landscape. They are simply stunning.
By Teo Spengler
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Bottlebrush: A Complete Plant Care And Growing GuideAptly named, callistemon bottlebrush flowers add a wispy shape, texture and color to your garden. They're happiest in zones 8 to 11.
By Jackie Carroll
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Best Hydrangeas By Zone – Find The Right Hydrangea For Where You LiveFinding the best hydrangea by zone can be difficult. That's why we've made it easy for you. Whether you live somewhere hot or cold, here are our top picks for every growing zone.
By Laura Walters
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Managing Japanese Spirea – How To Control Japanese Spirea PlantsA small, pretty shrub, Japanese spirea has become naturalized throughout parts of the U.S. and may be invasive in some areas.
By Amy Grant
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Getting Rid Of Lilac Bushes & Learning How To Get Rid Of Lilac Bushes In The GardenLilac bushes offer fragrant, lacy blossoms in the springtime but can become very invasive. Once you have a lilac in your yard, you won't get rid of it easily.
By Teo Spengler
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Getting Rid Of Chinese Privet. How To Kill Chinese Privet ShrubsChinese privet weeds have begun springing up in forests and other areas where it has overtaken native plants.
By Becca Badgett
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How And When To Prune Azaleas, According To Gardening ProsKnowing 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 BloomsLearning 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 FlowersA 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 HedgeHow To Prune A Yew Hedge For Bushier Growth
By Susan Albert
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Grow Pearlbush: Discover Exochorda RacemosaWith 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 VulgareIt 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 PrivacyGood fences make good neighbors. And fast growing shrubs make great fences.
By Teo Spengler

