Buttonbush is a loose, informal native that tolerates wide-ranging conditions and offers numerous ecological benefits. The unique globe blooms and showy seed pods bring lasting seasonal interest while attracting pollinators and songbirds. Explore adding buttonbush to your garden’s native palette with expert Katherine Rowe.
Roses are not only beautiful, but they’re also durable landscape performers in the right situation. Fall is the time to turn our thoughts to protecting our sensitive favorites. In the coldest of gardens, even hardy specimens benefit from extra insulation. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring which roses need winter protection to foster years of flowers and fragrance.
If you garden in a moderate to warm climate, Distylium may be just the evergreen you didn’t know you needed. The architectural shrub fills a variety of roles and does so effortlessly. If attractiveness, reliable performance, and little to no maintenance sound appealing, join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in a review of how to grow these well-rounded specimens.
Sweetshrub, with ornamental flowers and foliage and a delicate, fruity fragrance, is worthy of a spot in the garden. The native shrub is a robust grower with multiseason appeal, valued not only for its unique, carefree beauty but also for its adaptability and value to pollinators and wildlife. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring the many merits of Calycanthus.
To brighten the border, create a little privacy, and elevate the bloom appeal in your landscape, now is the time to plan a hydrangea hedge. The blooming shrubs offer bold seasonal color, a leafy backdrop, and interest that persists into the cool season. For months of beauty and a stellar mass planting, explore how to create a hydrangea hedge with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
When winter arrives, container-grown plants need a bit of extra protection from the cold. In this article, gardener Briana Yablonski will share how to care for potted hydrangeas so they survive the winter.
Peonies are cool-weather-loving perennials with gorgeous and fragrant blooms. They’re known for their elaborate petals, flashy colors, and sweet scents. Plant them in October, and you’ll have bouquets of blooms in spring. Join peony lover Jerad Bryant as we tour 15 varieties you should plant this month.
Discover vibrant and environmentally-sound alternatives to the traditional burning bush! In this article, gardener and biologist Lindsay Miller introduces shrubs that bring bold fall color without the invasive tendencies.
Hibiscus brings that lush, tropical zest we associate with sunny summertime days. With perennial selections, we can experience the blooms year after year with easy care. Rose mallow (native species and their cultivars) have papery disk blooms among unique foliage. Rose of Sharon, with ruffly flowers, lends vertical interest. Explore lasting selections of hardy hibiscus with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Looking for the perfect purple-blooming shrub to plant in front of your house, to create a border, or to bring butterflies to your yard? You’ve found it in Mexican bush sage, a type of Salvia that couldn’t be easier to maintain. Its gorgeous purple flowers change in fall, when white petals come into view. Plant biologist Emily Estep will walk you through all the details on how to pant, grow, and care for this warm-climate perennial.
Burning bush is a rugged shrub that shines in the autumn landscape, showing off with fiery red leaves and berries. It’s also an aggressive spreader with negative impacts in its expansive growing range. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring why not to plant burning bush. Prevention is the best control, and plenty of beneficial options are ready to take place.
Although peonies don’t require much maintenance, regular pruning helps remove dead growth and keeps the plants productive. Join gardener Briana Yablonski to learn a step-by-step guide to pruning peonies.