As planting season approaches, gardeners everywhere are contemplating ways to improve their landscapes. Spirea is a remarkably versatile, low-maintenance shrub prized for its graceful, arching or ...

Spirea (Spiraea spp.) is a shrub that's hardy in USDA Zones 4 to 8, though some of them can tolerate a wider range of regions. There are several varieties, and depending on which one you get, they can ...

If you've ever accidentally introduced an invasive plant into your yard, you're no doubt being careful when you purchase landscaping plants from nurseries or big box stores now. Not only can these ...

Shoe button spirea is another favorite shrub in my yard. Right now it is still in its last stages of a simply gorgeous bloom cycle. Other names it may be called are bridal wreath spirea or popcorn ...

WHAT: This deciduous shrub, the Ogon variety of golden Thunberg’s spirea, is early flowering, with a wispy growth habit. WHY PLANT IT: In late March and early April, before its leaves have unfurled, ...

If you don't have space for a full garden, or you just prefer the convenience of containers, try these easy-to-grow ...

Flowering shrubs bring color and excitement to a landscaped bed while boosting your home’s overall curb appeal. Dione Lineberry, owner of Blue Ribbon Lady Landscaping, utilizes a variety of shrubs in ...