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Posted by the gardener in landscaping, plant profiles, shrubs

Viburnums: Plants for All Seasons

The viburnums here are in full swing of spring bloom. Most gardens would benefit from one of these shrubs, or in my case, many of them. Here’s look at some of the differences in varieties, some of the assets of growing them, and the care information. The viburnums have a pleasant fragrance, sometimes light on the air, like the Burkwoodii, sometimes more intensely spicy like the Carlesii. They tend to...
Posted by the gardener in general gardening, hints and tips, landscaping, shrubs

4 Foundation Planting Faux Pas

Don’t Commit These Planting Blunders Size matters. Planting something that will outgrow its spot and crowd windows or entries is a no-no. Ho-hum fashion choices. why be like every other house on the block? You don’t have to choose the same plants and the same evergreens that everyone else in your neighborhood does. Create something that suits you and your house and sets it off from the...