Fast-growing shrubs bring long-lasting structure to the garden, unlike annual bloomers, which last just one growing season. With the right care they will establish quickly, and can be used as hedging, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Fast growing shrubs can become a living fence that’s far more attractive and less stark than other kinds ...

Nature does fast-growing ground cover plants very well. Look at any large area of woodland, rainforest, open country or dry terrain and you will see colonies of plants at your feet. They often form ...

Evergreen shrubs can provide a lush display year-round, but if you pair them with these beneficial plants, they'll likely be ...

This evergreen shrub shows off green foliage and red berries in your winter garden. It's hardy in USDA zones 5 through 7 and ...

Ground cover is the backbone of your yard, creating a healthy environment for your prized plants to thrive. The right ground cover plant can smother weeds in your yard and garden while also protecting ...

Five things to do in the garden this week: Herbs: Vietnamese coriander (Persicaria odorata) has a taste somewhere between cilantro, mint, lemon, and pepper. Altogether, the flavor is bold and smoky as ...

Before plants leaf out for the spring, it’s a good idea to take some time for maintenance tasks in the garden. Here are two important items to put on your to-do list: pruning and fertilizing your ...

Container gardening is great fun at any time of year, but it's especially satisfying during the winter months. These are the ...