Blooming shrubs add color and texture to the landscape, but some of them are more trouble than they're worth. Avoid growing these flowering plants in the yard.

Having said that, plants that usher in the new season are anticipated, loved and enjoyed. Make sure you’ve got some of these in your neighborhood for a dose of early spring joy. This was adapted from ...

Hydrangeas are wonderful hedge plants as they create plenty of privacy while also adding allure to the garden with big, showy flowers. When in bloom, you can cut them to have fresh-cut flowers in ...

One example of cutting back is choosing drought-tolerant plants. This is especially true for those who work with landscaping and gardening and can reduce water usage through drought-resistant plants.

For example, a forsythia is most attractive when it has an upright shape. However, it’s a vigorous plant that easily becomes an unruly tangle. To tame it, keep those stems that have the most ...