We have not had luck with shrubs on the west side of our home that receives full sun. We want to plant shrubs along the exterior wall for shade. The idea is to let the shrubs be a barrier between the deterioration wall and full sun. Any suggestions? The following are...
Do Nellie R Stevens Hollies Require Much Water?
Shrubs and trees require help their first year and Nellie R Stevens hollies are no different. They do not require any heroics but do not let them dry out because just one time of extreme dryness can lead to terminal wilt for the plant. Once established, the Nellie R...
What Is The Burford Holly Orgin?
The Burford holly was discovered in Atlanta, Georgia’s Westview Cemetery in the 1900’s. A member of the Chinese holly family, it is an evergreen shrub that has been a proven winner for over 100 years. In the fall, they are covered with long lasting large red berries....
Are the Berries of Yaupon Hollies Poisonous?
Short Answer, Yes. Plants That Poison by Schmutz and Hamilton states that the poisonous parts on hollies are the berries. “The berries of all species are reported to be poisonous if eaten in quantity. The toxic principle is ilicin. Although not considered very...
Gaura Information
What Info Is There on Gaura? Desert natives that bloom all summer are special. Fast-growing pink-white or pink Gaura blooms not only in the summer, but begins its show in the spring and extends it well to the frost. Rising above a compact base of lance-shaped leaves,...
Fertilizing Red Tip Photinia or Nellie R Stevens Holly?
When should I fertilize my Red Tip Photinia and my Nellie R Stevens holly and what do I use? Red Tip Photinia are not a recommend shrub for our area because of the endosporium fungal leaf spot due to the higher humidity in our county, and the Nellie R Stevens holly is...
How Does One Trim Weeping Yaupon Holly?
Be very careful when pruning Weeping Yaupon Holly Ilex vomitoria ‘Pendula’ or you will loose the prized look of the plant. It needs little pruning to develop a strong structure. Weeping Yaupon Holly makes a distinct irregular, weeping form with its upright crooked...
Can Loropetalum Be Pruned, If So, When?
Can I prune loropetalums and if so, when? The growth rate of loropetalums (a member of the Witch Hazel family) varies considerably by variety. Some stay low, and more horizontal in shape, while others are taller and more open. Loropetalum, with variety names like Plum...
What Are The Best Shrubs for Parker County?
What are the best shrubs for Parker County? You will hear the terms native or adapted when recommended plants are being discussed and these plants can be among the best for your Parker County garden. You need to know the size of the mature shrub, the light and...
Is the Chinese Photinia a Good Shrub for Parker County?
The Chinese photinia Photinia semulata is an evergreen shrub with glossy green, waxy leaves that reaches about 10-15 feet in height and width and does well in sun or partial shade. It is very hardy and is not disease-prone like the Fraser red tip photinia. It makes a...