Today's homeowners are gardening in smaller plots than their predecessors and finding it more difficult and expensive to care for massive shrub plantings that quickly outgrow their allotted space.

Often overlooked as container plants, dwarf shrubs offer seasonal interest, structure and fun in containers of all sizes. There are just a few simple rules to follow. To start with, grow them in ...

Tall trees and shrubs can overshadow single story homes and make small yards feel crowded and overwhelming. However, there are plenty of small or dwarf plants that have all the beauty of their taller ...

Shrubs are key pieces of any garden design and can offer both beauty and structure to a space. Coming in a plethora of shapes, sizes, and colors, many of the most popular shrubs are suitable for ...

Offerings of dwarf shrubs are plentiful from growers, so there are many to choose from. They’ve become trendy and desired. If for full sun, consider Kaleidoscope or Confetti abelia. I love the ...

Often a mania for ripping out and redoing the garden grips us at this time of year, when lawns are brown, plants are tired and we can clearly see what went wrong over the summer. Go ahead and compost ...

TREES AND SHRUBS add structure, color and interest to any landscape. Those with dark leaves play a key role in mixed borders, where their colorful foliage contrasts beautifully with blooms of ...

If you have a small yard, you may have discounted the idea of growing fruit trees. This compact, sun-loving citrus with ...

I am tired of pruning my overgrown barberry and Spirea shrubs in my front landscape. What would you suggest for replacement shrubs that will stay under 4 feet without pruning and keep their leaves all ...

Question: Some of our recently planted dwarf firebush shrubs have developed curled new growths. What is the cause and what can I do? Answer: Uncurl some of the twisted leaves and you are likely to ...