Tag Archives: Azaleas

Your Guide to Planting and Caring for Rhododendrons

Just what is a rhododendron? They are the beautiful evergreen shrubs found in many gardens. They have either broad or thinner thick leathery leaves with colorful spring flowers which attract hummingbirds. But there is more to them than that. , though the two names are often used interchangeably and in error. Confused? Join the club! […]

Fast Growing Shrubs and Bushes

All fast growing shrubs are not created equal. There is a great variety of rapidly growing shrubs either through local or local nurseries; although not all shrubs will do well in the backyard. Before bringing a fast-growing shrub, bush or even tree back into the house, consider the location’s soil conditions and the climate of […]

Why Didn’t My Lilacs Bloom?

‘Tis a frequently asked question; ‘Why didn’t my lilacs bloom?’. The same question is posed about other spring blooming shrubs like azaleas and forsythias, and the answer is found by asking more questions. Pruning When was the last time you pruned the lilac? Lilacs set their flower buds for next year in summer. If you […]