Evergreens for Year Round Color
2008-02-28 09:18:00
We all know at least one person whose yard looks like a barren wasteland in winter. Their perennials and annuals have died back, and their shrubs and bushes are bare sticks. Becoming the proprietor of such a dismal landscape, however, is quite easily avoided with just a bit of foresight. If you want year round color, it is essential that when selecting shrubs and hedges that you ensure what you are purchasing is an evergreen.When you hear the word "evergreen", you may think of boring green shrubs with no personality. But planting an evergreen landscape does not have to mean a lifetime of ordinary green foliage. There are dozens of bright, colorful selections to choose from. And there is an evergreen option for any area, regardless of the location or purpose of the planting.Flowering shrubs
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Winter Blooming Shrubs And Perennials
2008-02-28 09:15:00
While homeowners all across the country drop thousands of dollars on landscaping each year, few take into account just what their yard will look like in the cold winter months. Plants tend to die back and trees go dormant, creating a dismal landscape that one must contend with all winter long. This can be avoided however, if during your initial landscaping plans you choose to include and put emphasis on shrubs and perennials that will provide visual interest in the wintertime.One of the most effective ways to go about this is to plant shrubs and perennials that bloom during the winter months. Unlike standard evergreens that few people pay attention to, these unique winter blooming specimens will delight your visitors and bring color and warmth to an otherwise cold and barren landscape.Quit
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Shrubs and Hedges to Protect Against Cold Winter Winds
2008-02-28 09:11:00
Due to the steady rise in heating and cooling costs over the past decade, homeowners are taking advantage of every money saving idea that comes there way. One of the most popular methods in recent years is landscaping for energy efficiency. Shade trees that block the sun and lower air conditioning bills and privacy screens that double as wind barriers for the cold winter months have become staples in the attempt to save energy and funds through landscape.Another method that is utilized far less often, yet is every bit as effective, is foundation planting for insulation. Perennials planted alongside your home are beautiful in the summer, but planting dense shrubs will deflect cold winds from chilling your home and insulate your foundation. Not surprisingly, this simple act can lower your he
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Winter Activities For A Jump On Spring
2008-02-28 09:09:00
For passionate gardeners, this cold time of year cannot pass quickly enough. However, there are several things you can do all season long to prepare for the coming of spring that can actually improve your gardening endeavors far more than you may thing. Plus, they'll keep you busy and make the cold season fly right by!The first thing you'll want to do is draft any new plans for your landscape. If you would like to make changes or repairs, begin the process now. Figure out exactly what you'd like to do, and you'll be able to jump right in when the weather breaks.The next thing you'll definitely want to do during the winter is get any gardening equipment cleaned and serviced. The last thing you're going to want when spring arrives is to find that the lawn mower is broken. Any damages can be
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With Fragrance, Charm, And Undeniable Romance - The Classic Rose Can't Get Any Better, Can It?
2008-02-28 08:54:00
The rose is a stand alone in the gardening world, historically and today. Arguably the most popular flower in American history, it is rare to find an experienced gardener that has not tried their hand at the cultivation of a rose bush. With fragrance, visual charm, and undeniable romance... the classic rose is just a flower that cannot get any better, right?Well, that may be a matter of debate. Since their debut in 2000, Knock Out Roses have taken the gardening world by storm. Particularly, the Double Knockout Rose. With up to twenty-five petals per single bloom, the Double Knockout is easily twice the size of your average rose. Apparently, it's now aimed at becoming twice as popular as well.Size, however, is not the only thing the Double Knockout rose has going for it. The Double Knockout
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Encore Azaleas Bloom up to 9 Month a Year
2008-05-05 12:08:00
Encore Azaleas bloom up to 9 months a year, while improving your landscape and increasing your property value. The dwarf compact size of Encore Azaleas makes it the perfect flowering shrub. Encore Azaleas also grow in most areas of the United States.
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