Some hedge plants, however, can be thuggish in nature, with vigorous growth rates proving challenging for gardeners. These ...

A great way to add some privacy to your patio is by planting trees and tall-growing shrubs in the ground or in large pots that you can position around the perimeter of your outdoor living space.

A private yard with various hedges and trees - Rosmarie Wirz/Getty Images Need a lush, fast-growing privacy screen that's as whimsical as it is functional? Meet willow wattle (Acacia iteaphylla).

Spring-flowering shrubs bloom on one-year-old wood that grew the previous summer. They generally bloom before the end of June and should be pruned immediately after flowering. If these shrubs are ...

Plants that can be pruned now include most hedges, shrubs and shade trees, and summer-flowering trees and shrubs such as crape myrtle, oleander, vitex, althea and abelia. Walk around your ...

When outdoor space is at a premium, these are the plants you should get in your planters to bring sweet scents come ...

In the right conditions, boxwoods aren't hard to grow, but they do have specific care requirements. Here's how to avoid and ...

Creating spaces where you don't feel on display is a concern for many gardeners, and even Martha Stewart has recommendations for privacy hedges! The willow wattle is a perfect choice, blending beauty, ...

Pink flowering trees create a focal point in the garden, offering outstanding color and eye-catching blooms. These trees also ...