Shrubs

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

A layer of Cotoneaster horizontalis appearing to have vivid red berries looking healthy and ready for picking surrounded by vibrant green leaves

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Cotoneaster Horizontalis

Cotoneaster horizontalis, or rock spray cotoneaster, is a fantastic border shrub. It has small green leaves that turn bright orange and red in the fall, and bright red berries after flowering. Lorin Nielsen will discuss tips for growing this low-lying ground cover.

bottlebrush tree, appearing woody with bright green leaves having countless crimson red flowers that look like brushes

Trees

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for a Bottlebrush

Grow a bottlebrush tree or shrub for its showy flowers. There are many varieties to choose from, big or small. Lorin Nielsen will walk you through this in-depth growing and care guide to get started in your gardens.

A close-up shot of branches of a pussy willow

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Pussy Willows

The beautiful, ornamental pussy willow (Salex species) is an asset to any garden. They are well known for their fuzzy catkins that delight all. Expert gardener Lorin Nielsen explores these great shrubs and will give you all the tips you need to grow them at home.