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Best viburnum companion plants – 5 perfect plants to pair with your favorite flowering shrubs this year
Show off your viburnum shrubs with these impactful companion plants
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I’ve dealt with invasive and ugly shrubs as a professional gardener – these are the 5 shrubs I'll never grow again, and what I'd choose instead
In my opinion, these vigorous and unsightly shrubs are best avoided
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Best evergreens to stop weeds – 5 expert-approved shrubs to keep problem plants out of your yard
These evergreen ground covers and shrubs will help reduce the amount of time you spend weeding
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Scents that mosquitoes hate – 9 expert recommendations for fragrant mosquito-repellent plants to grow in your yard
Adding one or two plants with scents that deter mosquitoes to your patio is a must this summer
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When and how to prune ninebark – expert horticulturists share advice for shapely shrubs and beautiful displays
Including how to successfully rejuvenate older and neglected ninebark shrubs
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I'm a professional gardener, and this 1 natural ingredient is essential to help Japanese maples thrive in summer – and will give you vibrant fall color, too
Mulching Japanese maples in summer might seem like a small deal, but it will make a big difference to plant health
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How to grow clove trees in pots – for a mosquito-repelling evergreen plant that your patio needs
Clove trees are a natural way to deter pests from outside spaces
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I’ve dealt with invasive, thuggish plants as a professional gardener, and these are 5 plants I’ll never grow again in my beds or borders
It can be a real challenge to remove some of these plants completely
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Plants that never need pruning, ever – 5 expert picks for a high-impact, low-maintenance garden
These plants will impress with no snipping, clipping, or trimming required
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How to grow gardenia – a prolific bloomer with an intense summer fragrance
Gardenias are loved for their unrelenting flowering potential and their delicious summer scent
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Patio plants that thrive on neglect – these 5 easy-going flowers for pots love to be ignored, say gardening pros
These fuss-free plants are sure to elevate your patio and entertaining space
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How to grow ninebark – a native shrub with spectacular year-round interest, and that wildlife love
Ninebark offers more than the peeling bark that gives the shrub its name, but said bark is stunning too
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Best pittosporum companion plants – 5 expert recommendations for impactful borders alongside these tough, reliable evergreens
Fill your yard with colorful perennials and shrubs alongside these hardy trees
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5 small trees that thrive on neglect – expert picks of beautiful, small-space species you can blissfully ignore
These easy-going trees are perfect for urban yards where space is at a premium
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How to grow ixora in pots – for a low-maintenance flowering patio plant that can handle summer heat
Growing this tough shrub in pots is a great idea if you have a compact yard
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Is it necessary to deadhead crepe myrtle flowers? Expert advice for healthy flowering trees and shrubs
While it won't result in repeat blooming, deadheading crepe myrtle flowers will keep your shrubs looking their best
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Evergreen shrubs that thrive on neglect – 5 expert plant picks that give year-round impact even when ignored
These fuss-free evergreen shrubs will provide greenery in all seasons
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How to grow swamp azalea – for an easy-going flowering shrub that thrives in shady and damp yards
This North American shrub produces masses of fragrant blooms and will add impact to any yard
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Is it necessary to deadhead viburnum flowers? Here's everything I know after a decade working as a professional gardener
Deadheading faded flowers might improve the appearance of your shrubs but it won't encourage any more blooms
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Where never to plant azaleas – 5 places to avoid growing these early bloomers in your backyard
Experts share advice on what to consider when choosing the perfect spot for planting azaleas
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Best spring-flowering shrubs – 12 choices to infuse your yard with seasonal color
These spring blooms will bring your backyard to life after the darker days of winter
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11 plants to propagate in winter – we show how simple it is to get more of your best-loved shrubs from cuttings
Why not start propagating in winter and get more plants for free? It can be done with hardwood cuttings from these popular shrubs
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8 of the best plants to prune in January for healthy and vigorous shrubs and fruit bushes
The best plants to tackle this month and tips from an experienced gardener to help you prune correctly
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How to winterize hydrangeas – 3 essential actions gardening experts say will get these flowering shrubs through winter
As the weather gets colder we need to protect hydrangeas from the elements to encourage returning blooms
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Best dwarf evergreens for small spaces – 5 compact shrubs for year-round greenery
These dwarf evergreens will maintain impact and interest in every season
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Tired of looking at bare soil under trees? These 5 shade-tolerant shrubs will maximize greenery in problem areas
Established trees can create a challenging environment for other plants, so opting to grow resilient shrubs underneath them is your best bet
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How and when to prune elderberry shrubs for beautiful bushes and a bumper crop of berries
Cut back elderberry bushes to keep them productive and looking fabulous
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How to grow a cinnamon plant – experts share advice for these tropical trees and shrubs
From tips on watering and pruning to growing them in a pot, here are all the essentials
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Plants to never prune in January – don’t risk the health of these popular trees and shrubs
Incorrect winter pruning can be potentially devastating to plants
