These petite shrubs are perfect for pots and patio gardens. Think small with the top picks for dwarf container shrubs.

Dwarf evergreens are perfect for maintaining interest in the garden, even in small spaces. Fortunately, there are many ...

Q: What is the best plant to replace 15 Indian hawthorns that were lost in the cold? I have green hollies to the east, abelias to the west. This bed faces north and is shaded half of the time. I’d ...

Evergreens have always been popular shrubs, and it’s easy to understand why. They offer low maintenance, year-round color, even if you live in the snowy north. Their dense branches offer food and ...

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Q: Shade has been increasing in my backyard as the trees have grown larger. I’ve taken out more struggling St. Augustine as I’ve expanded shrub and ground-cover beds. What low and mid-sized shrubs ...