Shrubs
Get expert advice on growing and caring for shrubs with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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How and when to fertilize hydrangeas – for top-performing shrubs
Give these plants a feed when they need it and you'll be rewarded with strong growth and plenty of blooms
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Mexican orange blossom care and growing guide – expert tips for choisya shrubs
With their strong fragrance, beautiful flowers and leafy foliage, choisya shrubs are a worthy addition to any planting scheme
By Graham Rice Published
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What is eating my viburnum leaves? An expert reveals the likely cause – and how to save your shrubs
Solve this common problem and help your garden plant thrive again
By Holly Crossley Published
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Why is my boxwood turning yellow? 4 reasons for discoloration on your shrubs
Get your buxus shrubs looking green and glorious again
By Holly Crossley Published
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This simple 1/3 pruning rule is easy to follow – and can save your shrubs and trees from disaster
The experts share their insights on this popular guideline that encourages successful snipping
By Holly Crossley Published
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Mahonia care and growing guide – expert tips for these evergreen shrubs
Expert advice on how to grow mahonia, including tips on planting, propagating, pruning and key problems to avoid
By Graham Rice Published
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Best perennials – 10 hardworking flowers and shrubs that provide long-lasting interest in the garden
The best perennials that truly earn their keep – some flower for months, while others offer fall color and berries
By Anne Swithinbank Published
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Best shrubs for privacy – the top 10 varieties to add to your yard
Discover the best shrubs for privacy for a front or back yard that will also add color and interest
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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Best evergreen shrubs – 10 perennial shrubs for backyard interest
Include some of the best evergreen shrubs in your garden for year round interest and color
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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What to plant in August – vegetables, flowers and shrubs to grow this month
Find inspiration for what to plant in August for colorful blooms in fall and winter and crops to harvest through the colder months
By Rachel Crow Published
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Best flowering shrubs – 13 blooming choices to add to your garden
These best flowering shrubs will add color, fragrance and year round interest to gardens of all sizes
By Holly Reaney Published
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How to plant shrubs – when, where and the best method for planting
Learn how to plant shrubs to get them off to a good start and ensure they thrive in your garden for many years
By Rachel Crow Published
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Cottage garden plants – the top flowers and shrubs to grow
What are the best plants for cottage gardens? Garden experts choose their favorites and advise on where to plant them and how to care for them
By Karen Darlow Published