When looking for reliable, general landscaping shrubs, start by considering the needs of your space. Look at the exposure to sun, areas of shade, existing trees and shrubs and available water sources.

From pepping up fences and pathways to surrounding seating spaces, landscaping with shrubs is something that almost all backyards can benefit from. There is a huge variety of these woody plants to ...

Boxwood shrubs have been popular for centuries across the world and are considered one of the oldest known garden plants.

Purdue Landscape Report: Spring is finally here! Everywhere you look, one can find some spring color around. Some of the first plants to peek out of the ground are spring-flowering bulbs like crocus, ...

First impressions are important, so a stylish front yard brimming with gorgeous plants can transform what visitors think of your home. Terry Smithson, biodiversity manager and ecologist at the ...

Relaxing by the pool is most enjoyable when the poolside landscape is on point. The best plants to put around a pool are those with low maintenance needs, that doesn’t make a mess and can withstand ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - Fall is peak planting season in Louisiana, and local gardeners looking to add shrubs to their landscape can set themselves up for long-term success by paying close attention to ...

The cool season from October through March is the ideal time for planting hardy trees, shrubs, ground covers and vines in our landscapes, with fall planting especially recommended. That may seem ...

Experts explain which garden plants can help calm the nervous system, from fragrant herbs to soft foliage — and how to design a more relaxing outdoor space.

While there are so many plants that need pruning for them to give their full potential, there are also a fair few that "never ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...