Garden shrubs are tireless workhorses in our landscapes. Flowering standouts add color to our yards in spring and summer with their lovely blooms. But there are also garden shrubs famed for gracing the autumn landscape with colorful fall foliage. Still others enliven the winter landscape with displays of bright berries -- which carry the added benefit of attracting wild birds.
This FAQ is an introduction not only to the variety of garden shrubs available, but also to their proper care. Treat them well, and they will return the favor season after season....
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What Types of Garden Shrubs Are There to Choose From?
It's more than just a question of evergreen vs. deciduous....
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Technically, What's the Difference Between Trees and Shrubs?
There is a technical difference that you sticklers out there can make use of....
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What's the Correct Method for Planting Shrubs?
Some future problems can be avoided simply by planting them correctly....
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When Do I Prune Flowering Garden Shrubs?
Prune at the wrong time and, in some cases, you lose out on blossoms for next year....
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What's the Best Time to Prune Evergreen Garden Shrubs?
"Broadleaf" vs. "needled" is an important distinction here....
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Should I Provide Flowering Garden Shrubs With Winter Protection?
The promise of spring blossoms vs. the hard reality of harsh winters....
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Should I Provide Winter Plant Protection for Evergreen Garden Shrubs?
You'll have to strike a balance between different needs in answering this one....
