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.
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How to Dry Hydrangea Flowers – 3 Foolproof Ways to Keep Blooms Beautiful for MonthsWith just a little effort, you can turn this year's hydrangea display into dried arrangements you'll enjoy long after the garden has faded.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Why You Should Never Plant These 5 Shrubs in July – and the Gorgeous Alternatives You Need to Try InsteadThey may look lovely, but planting certain shrubs right now is a ticket to heartbreak. Discover the safer options you can plant in summer for massive color and zero hassles
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Hotter Summers Are Killing Traditional Hydrangeas – These 6 Gorgeous Alternatives Flourish in the HeatIf your hydrangeas have struggled through recent heatwaves, these tougher plants deliver blooms that rival them while standing up to the heat.
By Teo Spengler
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These Gorgeous Shrubs Make Your Garden Look Expensive – But They're Surprisingly Easy to GrowIf you want everyone to think your yard was professionally landscaped, these gorgeous low-maintenance shrubs are the closest thing to a cheat code.
By Kayleigh Dray
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Are Your Hydrangeas Dying From the Heat or Just Done Blooming? How to Keep Shrubs Looking Lush All SummerBrown flowers on a hydrangea could be sign that your plant is stressed from summer heat or drought – or they could just be done blooming. Here's how to tell.
By Laura Walters
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What Hydrangeas Need in July – 6 Vital Tasks for Vibrant, Fade-Free BloomsSummer heat can quickly dull even the most spectacular hydrangeas. These essential July tasks help keep flowers full of life and color.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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What Your Azaleas Need Before June Ends – 5 Tasks You Need to Do Now for Beautiful Blooms Next YearDon't wait too late or your azaleas won't have as many blooms next spring!
By Teo Spengler
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How to Propagate Azaleas From Cuttings: Grow Infinite Shrubs Using This Simple TechniquePropagating azalea cuttings is simple, easy to do, and will help you fill out your garden with bold color for free!
By Teo Spengler
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How to Make Hydrangeas Bloom Pink, Purple, and Blue on the Same Plant – for a Breathtaking Multicolor DisplayWith a few simple soil tweaks, you can influence hydrangea flower color and create a truly unique summer show that looks hand-painted.
By Melanie Griffiths
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What to Do With Hydrangeas in June for Big, Billowy Blooms This Summer – 5 Simple Tasks to Help Shrubs ThriveCheck these 5 easy items off your to-do list this month to make sure your hydrangeas are full of flowers all summer long.
By Teo Spengler
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Make Your Hydrangeas Pop This Summer – These 8 Bold Color and Texture Pairings Create High-Drama BordersThink your hydrangeas look stunning on their own? These unexpected plant pairings bring next-level dynamic interest and prove that a little visual friction is the key to a high-impact hydrangea border
By Tyler Schuster
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7 Fast-Growing Flowering Shrubs You Can Still Plant Now for Instant Garden ImpactFrom crepe myrtle to elderberry, these stunning flowering shrubs deliver the goods, and fast!
By Kayleigh Dray
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What You Do to Azaleas in May Can Make or Break Next Year's Blooms – 5 Tasks You Must Do Now Before SummerIf you don't do anything else in your garden this month, make sure you complete these tasks to ensure your azaleas bloom beautifully again next spring.
By Teo Spengler
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The One Hydrangea To Plant For More Songbirds – It’s Beautiful, Low-Maintenance, And Easy To GrowIf there are two things everyone loves, it’s hydrangeas and songbirds – here’s why they’re a match made in heaven.
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to Prune a Lilac Bush for a Massive Amount of Fragrant Spring BloomsWant to keep your lilac blooming its best? Follow these essential pruning guidelines for a full shrub and tons of flowers.
By Nikki Tilley
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6 Flowering Shrubs That Might Actually Be Better Than Hydrangeas for Small Spaces – and Look Just as GorgeousHydrangeas inspire a singular passion, but they can get too big for smaller yards. Luckily, these compact hydrangea lookalikes offer equally spectacular blooms and work in a range of tricky corners, without the space-hogging footprint
By Janey Goulding
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Azalea Care Made Easy: Your Complete Guide for Bright Blooms and Healthy Shrubs Year After YearMastering azalea care doesn't require much work, but you should know a few helpful tips for the best success. From planting to pruning, this guide has it all.
By Nikki Tilley

