Shrubs & Bushes

Trying to figure out which shrubs to plant in your garden this season? In this section, we cover everything you need to know about shrubs and bushes. You'll find information on the most popular shrubs, including hydrangeas, lilacs, and rhododendrons. You'll also find our growing guides, and shrub lists with recommendations for certain hardiness zones.

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How to Plant, Grow and Care For Hydrangea ‘Strawberry Sundae’

Are you looking for the perfect hydrangea variety to add to your garden this season? There are many to choose from, but hydrangea 'Strawberry Sundae' is a gardener favorite. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares all you need to know about this popular hydrangea, including its maintenance and care needs.

eggshells hydrangeas

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Are Eggshells Good or Bad For Hydrangeas?

Thinking of using eggshells with your hydrangeas this season? Many gardeners swear by eggshells as a fertilizer component, but will they have a positive or negative impact on your beautiful hydrangeas? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines this common garden practice and if it's one you should avoid this season.

Compact Hibiscus Blooming in Garden with Pink Flowers

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17 Compact Hardy Hibiscus Plants For Small Garden Spaces

Do you need a compact hibiscus plant for small growing spaces? There are many different hardy hibiscus plants that can grow in small spaces. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at the best types of hibiscus with more compact growth profiles.

Gardener using coffee grounds with rhododendrons in the garden

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Are Coffee Grounds Good or Bad for Rhododendrons and Azaleas?

Coffee grounds have many uses in the garden, including as a popular compost item. But are they good for rhododendrons and azaleas, or is this a practice that you should avoid? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if this practice is one you should actually do, or skip this season.

Reddish orange and pink hibiscus blooms in garden

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When Does Hibiscus Bloom and How Long Do They Last?

Are you unsure how long you can expect your hibiscus blooms to last this season, or when you can expect to see their first beautiful flowers? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines the bloom times of hibiscus plants, and how long you can expect their blooms to actually last.

Bright orange hibiscus flower blooming in the garden with beautiful orange flowers

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13 Tips for Longer Lasting Hibiscus Blooms

Are you looking to get longer lasting blooms from your Hibiscus this season? Hibiscus blooms can last a while, but there are some tricks to getting their blooms to stick around. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for ensuring you get the most out of your hibiscus this season.

Annabelle Hydrangea growing in garden with beautiful white flowers

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How to Plant, Grow and Care For ‘Annabelle’ Hydrangea

Thinking of adding an 'Annabelle" hydrangea to your garden, but aren't sure where to start? These beautiful flowering shrubs are easy to care for if they are provided proper growing conditions. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares everything you need to know about 'Annabelle" hydrangeas, including their maintenance and care.

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11 Orange Hibiscus Varieties to Brighten Your Garden

Thinking of adding an orange hibiscus to your garden but aren't sure where to start? There are many different orange hibiscus plants you can grow, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite orange hibiscus varieties, with names and pictures of each!

Bright blooming red hibiscus flower in the garden

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15 Different Red Hibiscus Varieties for Your Garden

Are you thinking of growing some red hibiscus but aren't sure where to start? These beautiful shrubs can add a bit of tropical flair to just about any garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite varieties of red hibiscus that will steal the show in your garden this season.

hydrangeas as hedges

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11 Tips For Growing Hydrangeas as Hedges

Are you thinking of adding hydrangeas as a flowering hedge in your garden this season? Despite what you may have heard, hydrangeas can make great hedges if you pick the right variety. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her top tips for planting hydrangeas as hedge plants this season.

Close up of two bunches of flowers. The ones on the left have five petals that are light pink on the edges and white with a splash of pale yellow on one petal. The leaves are green. Each flower has five thin light pink stamen. The flowers on the right grow in a ball shape, or truss, and are also white with light pink edges but they have a splash of dark pink freckles on one of the five petals. The leaves are dark green and long, hanging down away from the flower truss. Each flower has 10 stamen with dark tips.

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Azaleas vs. Rhododendrons: What’s The Difference?

Are you trying to figure out the difference between an azalea and a rhododendron? These two shrubs can confuse even the most experienced gardeners. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at the differences between these two flowering shrubs, as well as thier similarities.

Hydrangea 'Nikko Blue' Growing in garden with bright colored flowers.

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How to Grow and Care for Hydrangea ‘Nikko Blue’

Are you thinking of adding a Hydrangea 'Nikko Blue' to your garden landscape this season? There are many qualities that make this particular hydrangea variety a popular choice amongst gardeners. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares everything you need to know about this type of hydrangea, including maintenance and care.

Gardenia blooming in garden with white flowers.

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11 Tips for Longer Lasting Gardenia Blooms

Are you looking to maximize the bloom production of your gardenias? With as lovely as these plants smell, most gardenia owners want their flowers to stick around as long as possible. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for longer lasting gardenia blooms this season!

pink hibiscus

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13 Different Pink Hibiscus Varieties For Bright Garden Color

If you are looking to brighten up your garden, there are few flowering shrubs that will achieve that as well as a pink hibiscus. There are many different hibiscus varieties that have pink blooms and each has different growth needs. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite Pink Hibiscus varieties with names and pictures of each!

Incrediball hydrangea growing in the garden with large puffy white blooms.

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How to Plant, Grow and Care For ‘Incrediball’ Hydrangea

'Incrediball' Hydrangeas are one of the most popular white-blooming hydrangeas planted by gardeners each season. Their ability to thrive in cold weather makes them a great choice for cooler spring climates. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthuisiast Jill Drago shares all you need to know about 'Incrediball' Hydrangeas and their care.

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17 Beautiful Viburnum Varieties to Grow This Season

Looking for a viburnum shrub to grow this season, but aren't sure where to start? There are many different viburnum varieties you can choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite types of viburnum shrubs, with names and pictures of each!