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Deciduous Shrubs That Add Winter Interest To The Landscape

Throughout the seasons, the bright red berries and vibrant stems of deciduous plants are often hidden by luscious foliage; however, in winter is is really time for many of these plants to shine when they lose that foliage! Checkout this blog to learn how deciduous shrubs are a vital addition to a winter landscape. 

Using Evergreen Shrubs to Create Winter Interest

Evergreen shrubs add a sense of permanence to the landscape. They can be planted as focal points or to draw your eye to a particular garden area. They can also be planted in groups which add areas of bold color to the landscape. Evergreens play a key role in the four-season garden plan. There are many ways to incorporate evergreen shrubs into your winter landscape, from borders to accents, to potted gardens! 

Ways to Create a Beautiful Winter Landscape

The winter garden is how great landscape designers can showcase their talents and create eye-catching landscapes. This concept is called the "four-season landscape" and can be easily incorporated into all your landscape designs.

Rather than a barren landscape of dormant shrubs, sleeping perennials, and deciduous trees, the four-season landscape showcases plants with exciting textures, colored bark, evergreen foliage, winter flowers, and so much more!

Winter Interest Shrubs That Brighten Your Landscape

A winter landscape has a beauty unique to the season itself. As most of your garden takes a long winter’s nap these shrubs add a welcoming element. Check out this blog to get some ideas on shrubs that will bring stunning winter interest to your landscape!

What Is The Difference Between Deciduous and Evergreen?

From all the different species and care regimens, we'll be the first to admit that the plant world is overwhelming. But a great place to start when planning your landscape is understanding the difference between deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs. Check out this blog to learn the main differences between deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs!

Everything To Know About Variegated Plants 

Whether you’re just getting into the plant world, or you’re a seasoned expert in all things green and leafy, the concept of variegated plants is likely to fascinate you. Keep reading to learn all there is to know about variegated plants, as well as a few fan-favorite indoor and outdoor plants that sport this unique phenomenon.

Top 6 Tips For Winterizing Your Landscape

As it gets colder, how can you protect your garden until next planting season? Check out these tips on winterizing your garden to help. Don't forget to clean, cultivate and compost your gardens before cold weather hits, and use this comprehensive checklist.

5 Plants that Create Year-Round Interest

If you are after a year-long landscape full of color and beauty, but you're unsure where to begin, have no fear. For your benefit, Woodie has taken stock of all the plants that he's planted over the years, and he has come to find a few standout options in the landscape that never fails to provide magnificent color and life throughout every season.

How to Use Encore Azaleas in Your Landscaping

Use Encore Azaleas to boost curb appeal by planting them in beds, putting in container pots or in mass plantings along walks and paths! Check out this blog to learn our favorite ways to design with Encore Azaleas, and the best Encore Azalea for your landscape purposes.