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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.

Clusters of tiny, circular, light brown bumps densely cover the surface of a green stem, some appearing slightly raised, with small parts of the green plant still visible beneath.

Garden Pests

How to Control and Prevent Scale Insects

Scale insects are common pests, but not difficult ones to tackle if you know how to control and prevent them. Learn all about scale insects and how to get rid of them in this complete guide by horticultural expert Lorin Nielsen.