Shrub Border
To plant the shrub properly, begin by digging a large hole. Depending on your region , the soil at the bottom of the hole may be hard clay (figure F). Fortunately the roots of viburnum, like many shrubs tend to grow shallow and horizontally. So ... [... more]
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Grow Cardinal Flower (Lobelia Cardinalis)
This native North American perennial (meaning it comes back year after year) brightens up the flower and shrub border with its scarlet flowers. It grows single stalks that are 3 to 4 feet high, with flowers appearing along the top half of the ... [... more]
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Mockorange, Philadelphus Inodorus; P. Hirsutus
Comments: Best used as filler in shrub border or on the edge of natural area; native to southeastern US ... [... more]
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Potentilla Fruticosa "Sunset"
 Resembling miniature single Roses, the myriad red-to-orange-to-yellow blooms on Potentilla Fruticosa Sunset, a hardy, foolproof shrub, blaze all summer long! In full sun, the flowers vary from red to dazzling orange to golden-orange; in part shade, they ... [... more]
$22.95
The Home Depot |
Hydrangea Cityline? Venice
Hydrangea Cityline? Venice PP#10,928. Cultivar name: 'Venice Raven'. The natural dwarf habit of this lovely Bigleaf Hydrangea from Germany is compact and dense, with far more flowering stems than most others. Small enough for containers or any tight spot, ... [... more]
$24.95
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Weigela florida 'Variegata'
Weigela florida 'Variegata' is a selection of an east Asian native combining hardiness and hummingbird appeal with delicate, creamy-edged foliage and a neat habit! From late spring to midsummer, the 4- to 6-foot shrub is overwhelmed with clusters of ... [... more]
$22.95
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Philadelphus 'Snow Dwarf'
Snow Dwarf' is not only compact, it's very heavy-blooming, wonderfully fragrant, and ready to set flowers the first year in your garden. Add its fine cold-hardiness, and you've got an unbeatable landscape accent! The flowers are pure white, about 1 1/2 ... [... more]
$8.94
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Rose Marmalade Skies?
PPAF. cultivar name: 'Meimonblan'. 2001 AARS winner. Simply one of the most floriferous roses ever, this floribunda from Meilland will fill every vase you own with 2 1/2- to 3-inch blooms of brilliant tangerine-orange that keep their lovely color and ... [... more]
$12.95
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Add A Shrub Border
Though all shrubs are "clothed" with foliage, not all are simultaneously decorated with flowers. To increase the attractiveness of your garden, include some low-maintenance, flowering shrubs in your design. Three exceptionally low-maintenance .. ... [... more]
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Tamukeyama Japanese Maple
New for 2008 Superb dwarf tree retains its burgundy-red leaf color all season, then turns fiery red in fall Grows wider than it is tall, with low branches that cascade to the ground A handsome addition to a shrub border or small garden Botanical name: ... [... more]
$19.98 - $39.95
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Grow Columbine (Aquilegia)
Columbines are spring-blooming flowers that are delightful for the sunny flower and shrub border or in partial shade. Many flower colors are available, including shades of lavender, pink and cream. Some flowers are quite fancy with long ... [... more]
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Flowering Shrubs
Learn to plant a shrub border that blooms pretty in pink. Next, find out why nutrient-rich mushroom compost is sprouting up in all the best gardens. Then, Rebecca Kolls heads to Holland to visit the magnificent Keukenhof Gardens, famous for their ... [... more]
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