Shrubs

Shrubs and bushes act as wind breaks, privacy, and beauty in your garden. Learn which are best and how to grow them here.

Beautiful yellow colored hibiscus flower blooming against dark green foliage

Shrubs

What Colors Are Hibiscus Flowers When They Bloom?

Trying to figure out what color of hibiscus you should plant this season? The different colors of hibiscus will vary based on the variety. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines the most common colors for hibiscus blooms, and what colors you can expect from your shrubs!

Hydrangea flowers blooming in a bright blue color with green foliage in the background.

Shrubs

Myth or Fact: Can Vinegar Make Hydrangeas Turn Blue?

There are many different gardening myths that can be de-bunked when it comes to hydrangeas, and what exactly turns their flowers blue. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares her thoughts around using Vinegar to have an impact on the bloom color of hydrangeas, and if it will actually turn their flowers blue.

hydrangea strawberry sundae

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Hydrangea ‘Strawberry Sundae’

Are you looking for the perfect hydrangea variety to add to your garden this season? There are many to choose from, but hydrangea 'Strawberry Sundae' is a gardener favorite. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares all you need to know about this popular hydrangea, including its maintenance and care needs.

Tropical hibiscus shrub being pruned by a gardener with shears. The shrub has bright green foliage with serrated edges and lavender blooms, each with a red center

Shrubs

How and When to Prune Hibiscus Plants

Do your hibiscus plants need a good pruning? Maybe you aren't sure when to prune them, or how it's done without causing damage to the plant? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares how to prune hibiscus properly, and the best times of year to get it done.

eggshells hydrangeas

Shrubs

Are Eggshells Good or Bad For Hydrangeas?

Thinking of using eggshells with your hydrangeas this season? Many gardeners swear by eggshells as a fertilizer component, but will they have a positive or negative impact on your beautiful hydrangeas? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines this common garden practice and if it's one you should avoid this season.

Compact Hibiscus Blooming in Garden with Pink Flowers

Shrubs

17 Compact Hardy Hibiscus Plants For Small Garden Spaces

Do you need a compact hibiscus plant for small growing spaces? There are many different hardy hibiscus plants that can grow in small spaces. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at the best types of hibiscus with more compact growth profiles.

Gardener using coffee grounds with rhododendrons in the garden

Shrubs

Are Coffee Grounds Good or Bad for Rhododendrons and Azaleas?

Coffee grounds have many uses in the garden, including as a popular compost item. But are they good for rhododendrons and azaleas, or is this a practice that you should avoid? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if this practice is one you should actually do, or skip this season.

how to revive a dying hydrangea

Shrubs

How to Revive a Dying Hydrangea Plant

If your hydrangea looks like it might be dying, there could be several different causes that contribute to its poor health. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines the most common reasons for a dying hydrangea, and how to revive it once it's started to die off.

A close-up shot of the fruit of the ground cherry

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Ground Cherry

The ground cherry is a unique fruit that is easy to grow. The tasty fruit is eaten fresh or made into pie filling or jams. Physalis peruviana is a large shrubby perennial for temperate and subtropical zones. Kaleigh Brillon will take you through the steps to growing this useful shrub.

Reddish orange and pink hibiscus blooms in garden

Shrubs

When Does Hibiscus Bloom and How Long Do They Last?

Are you unsure how long you can expect your hibiscus blooms to last this season, or when you can expect to see their first beautiful flowers? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines the bloom times of hibiscus plants, and how long you can expect their blooms to actually last.