November is a great time of year to plant rhubarb, an easy way to enjoy some home-grown produce with minimum effort.

The formula for successfully planting shrubs next to your house? Airflow and shallow roots. From black chokeberry to Rose-of-Sharon, consider these options.

Do you have a yard that goes from summer green to boring brown to winter gray? Color it up with shrubs. “The right ones can really light up a yard in autumn, and they don’t take as long to grow up as ...

Not all birds fly south for the winter, and those that decide to stay behind can often benefit from a human helping hand. From resident species that you can spot year-round to birds flocking to your ...

Autumn conjures images of cascading red and gold leaves falling from tree canopies, but shrubs can offer brilliant bursts of color as well. If you want to add striking fall foliage to your yard, some ...

Mary Marlowe Leverette is one of the industry’s most highly regarded housekeeping and fabric care experts, sharing her knowledge on efficient housekeeping and textile conservation. She is also a ...

Viburnum is a low-maintenance, versatile shrub for stunning front yard landscapes. Discover its fragrant blooms, vibrant fall foliage, and multi-season appeal. Donald Trump health update issued after ...

If you want a shrub that pulls double duty, fragrant viburnum (Viburnum farreri) delivers. This plant grows fast, fills in thick for instant privacy, and sends out a fragrance so strong you'll wonder ...