If you live in a warm climate, this small but fast-growing tree with lush, leathery foliage can make an excellent and low-maintenance privacy hedge.

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Want to attract pollinating creatures to your garden? Consider these colorful ground cover options that will invite hummingbirds and butterflies.

While some species of holly are slower growers, if you choose the right variety, you can expect fast growth. McConnell recommends Emerald Colonnade holly, which can grow up to 12 feet tall and offers ...

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A cold-hardy banana tree with maroon striped leaves, a snowbell tree that reblooms, and several more ever-higher-performing hydrangeas are among the most interesting new trees and shrubs hitting the ...

A boxwood alternative that blooms, a willow with silvery foliage, and another slew of new-twist hydrangeas are among the most ...