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Spring flowering shrubs like azalea, rhododendron, pieris, Oregon grape and lilac start setting their new flower buds for the next spring in late August. Any pruning that is done after mid- to late ...

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Essential gardening job to do before the end of July for 'more blooms' to appear The month is almost over, and there's a very important job that all gardeners should do before it's too late.

Hearty summer flowering shrubs By Felder Rushing Summer doldrums are upon us, and I am hunkered down for the duration, going outside only when absolutely necessary because sorry, but TV meteorologists ...

Whether you prefer structured evergreens or free-form flowering hedges, there is a living fence solution that can suit your needs.

Ed Duke and Sam Hand Contributors As a general rule, pruning is best done on small growth, except for the purpose of plant restoration. Mutilating a tree, such as crepe myrtle, by destructive remov… ...

The 23 shrubs that follow prove that one well-placed flowering shrub can transform an entire corner of your property—and your reputation as a gardener. Bottlebrush Photo credit: Arterra - Getty ...

Flowering shrubs are the secret weapon here. They show up reliably, deliver stunning displays, and keep working year after year without demanding constant attention.