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How to propagate hibiscus shrubs – expert advice for taking plant cuttings
All hibiscus shrubs can be grown from cuttings, an easy and free way to make more plants
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Best spiraea varieties: 10 superb shrubs for fantastic flowers and foliage
Discover some of the best spiraea varieties to bring seasonal foliage and frothy petals into your yard
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Best shrubs for shade – inspiring options for scent, hedging and seasonal color
Add color, flowers and texture to even the darkest corners of your backyard with these plant suggestions
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When and how to fertilize lilacs – for healthy flowering shrubs
Fertilizing lilac shrubs at the wrong time or with the wrong product can do more harm than good
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Is it too late to prune forsythia? Advice from a professional gardener on caring for these flowering shrubs
Forsythia flowering will be greatly reduced next year if stems are cut too late in the season
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What to plant in zone 9: an expert guide to the flowers, shrubs, vegetables and trees that will thrive
Discover how to choose the right plants for your yard if you live in US hardiness zone 9
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Best shrubs for the front of the house – 10 plants to grow for color and fragrance
These shrubs for the front of the house will create a charming and warm welcome to your home
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What to plant in zone 7: uncover the trees, shrubs, flowers and crops that will thrive in this climate zone
Discover which plants are best suited to your outside space if you live in US hardiness zone 7
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Best fragrant hedge plants – 6 perfumed shrubs for beautiful boundaries
Hedge planting needn't be dull. These hedge ideas will add scent, color and interest to the perimeter of your plot
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How and when to fertilize shrubs annually – expert tips to keep them healthy and looking lush
We reveal the perfect time to feed shrubs and some of the best fertilizers to use
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What to plant in zone 6 – expert advice on the best trees, shrubs and flowers to grow
Professional tips on the plants most suited US hardiness zone 6
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How and when to fertilize dogwoods – for healthy trees and shrubs
Recently planted dogwoods can benefit from an occasional feed, and will reward you with lush green growth and striking blooms
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What to plant in zone 5 – professional tips on the best crops, flowers and shrubs to grow
Discover which plants are best suited to your outside space if you live in US hardiness zone 5
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Best fast-growing shrubs – 15 bright and beautiful varieties
Plant these shrubs to quickly add beautiful color and texture to your yard
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Plants for privacy on a balcony – grasses, shrubs and climbers to create an urban oasis
Discover the best plants for privacy on a balcony to create a green and secluded haven on your balcony
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Best desert plants – expert advice for drought-tolerant shrubs and flowers
Discover some of the best desert plants that are resilient, low-maintenance and will thrive in dry and hot backyards
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Best white flowering trees and shrubs for pots – 5 small but impactful varieties
Brimming with blooms, these container trees and shrubs will brighten up your outdoor space with elegant flowers
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How to grow blue flowers – 7 of the best shrubs and perennials with true blue flora
Rare and unusual, growing a plant with blue flowers will beautifully elevate your borders this year
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How to grow miniature roses – for compact shrubs with a profusion of blooms
While miniature roses might be small in size, they are no less floriferous, with many blooming through summer until fall
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When and how to prune a Bobo hydrangea to keep shrubs healthy and flowering at their best
All you need to know about Bobo hydrangea pruning to help you make good pruning decisions
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Best shrubs with dark foliage – 5 plants that can add drama to any space
Experts recommend the best shrubs with dark foliage, which can be planted during late winter and early spring
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7 plants to prune in March – backyard shrubs you should trim this month
March is an ideal time to prune lots of backyard favorites, so discover what to add to your to-do list
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How and when to prune abelia for healthy and beautiful shrubs
Discover all about trimming these backyard favorites with our expert tips for pruning correctly
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Flowering shrubs for full sun – 5 plants that can handle the heat
Experts recommend the best flowering shrubs for full sun positions in the yard, which can be planted from late winter
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What is pollarding? Discover the benefits this pruning method offers
We reveal why, when, and how you could use the technique in your backyard
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Landscaping with shrubs – 10 ways to bring these wonderful, woody plants into your plot
Reliable, structural, and visually appealing ways to incorporate shrubs into your outdoor scheme
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Camellia problems – and how to combat them when growing these stunning shrubs
Our round-up of common camellia problems will help you keep these winter-flowering plants healthy
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How to grow holly – tips for growing, planting, and maintaining the classic Christmas shrub
Discover how to grow holly from seed and two different types of cuttings
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Best euonymus varieties – these hard working, versatile shrubs are a sound investment
Tough and colorful, these evergreen and deciduous shrubs are ideal for dependable ground cover and stunning leaf color
