Sally Foster Hebe is a huge genus of fairly low-growing, evergreen shrubs with many cultivars and recognized species. Most are native to coastal or mountain regions in New Zealand, this plant is a popular garden addition. This perennial, which may have burgundy, bronze, green or variegated evergreen foliage, the hebe shrub is grown as an ornamental plant … Read more
Heavenly bamboo is not in the bamboo genus of shrubs, but it is a recognized species of evergreen shrub. Native to Eastern Asia, this plant commonly grows as an ornamental. It is popular because, as well as providing multi-seasonal interest, it is also trouble-free and tough. This shrub will provide color and color change in … Read more
Ilex or holly is a large genus of shrubs with over 550 recognized species. These flowering shrubs can be evergreen or deciduous, depending on the species. Native to temperate and subtropical regions worldwide, the most diverse range of species are found in the Americas and parts of Asia. Although holly is a flowering plant, it … Read more
This evergreen, flowering shrub belongs to the Baccharis genus of shrubs. This genus is the largest in the daisy (Asteraceae) family, with more than 500 recognized species. Native to parts of the USA, this plant commonly grows in the wild, as a weed. This perennial, also known as the coyote brush, chaparral broom, or bush … Read more
Agapetes (Himalayan Lantern) are exotic, hanging shrubs that will only succeed if grown in a temperate region. There are around 100 species of Himalayan lanterns, most of which are epiphytes. An epiphyte is a plant that grows a large woody basal organ, from which the plant can absorb moisture and some nutrients. Native to the … Read more
Nothing shouts summer louder than the spectacular blooms of the mophead hydrangea. For so long, these hydrangea shrubs have been and still remain a gardener’s favorite. With so many varieties and cultivars to choose from, there is definitely a hydrangea for your growing space, whether it is large or small, in shade or sun. But … Read more
Boxwood, also known as box, is a genus of around 60 species. Native to parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, most species are tropical or subtropical and few are frost-tolerant. Modern cultivars and hybrids come from only 2 species, English boxwood and Japanese boxwood. This evergreen shrub is slow growing. It is grown … Read more
Hydrangeas are relatively easy to grow and usually require little in the way of maintenance. They are deciduous plants that are not very attractive during the winter. The old branches look woody and often dead, although they will bounce back to life in the spring. Nevertheless, some varieties are more tender than others and if … Read more
A favorite in the garden, hydrangea flower can provide you with a spectacular show of blooms, and with favorable growing conditions, this summer display can go on for weeks on end. Although the hydrangea is a relatively easy plant to grow successfully, there are some diseases of hydrangeas that can occur with all parts of … Read more
In the vast majority of cases, discoloration on the leaves of your hydrangea plant will not cause any long-lasting or serious damage to your shrub. Usually, the flowers are unaffected. However, because leaf blemish is not attractive and is also a sign that all is not well with your shrub, it is advisable to consider … Read more
