With hosepipe bans in force across several English regions and more restrictions likely to follow, gardeners face some tough ...

Gardeners are embracing native plants more and more for their environmental benefits, But native annuals are often overlooked ...

Shrubs require more maintenance than bedding or potted plants, with pruning the main task to keep them looking good. Consider these general guidelines for how often and how much to prune, along with ...

Kyle suggested one way to help. In addition to becoming educated on what plants are native versus invasive to your area, he ...

The most prevalent colors of animals in nature are brown, black, and gray. These colors are important for protection and visual communication. Brown helps wild animals camouflage themselves as they ...

Chinese privet seems like a great choice to plant until it takes over your garden. Instead, try planting native limerock arrowwood as an alternative.

The common privet, or ligustrum vulgare, will officially be phased out of the state and added to Ohio’s invasive plants list beginning Jan. 1, 2026. The shrub has bunches of small white flowers ...

When a plant sprouts limbs that look like its genetic parents, it is called a reversion. I commonly see variegated privet hedges that are turning green, like their genetic parent: common privet.

The Metropolitan Police has issued leaflets recommending 17 varieties of plants, including climbing roses and privet shrubs, to homeowners in order to “create a natural defence against burglary ”.

Britain’s largest police force is encouraging burglary victims to plant particular varieties of shrubs as a natural barrier against thieves. The Metropolitan Police has issued leaflets recommending 17 ...

The goats are a cost-effective and eco-friendly way to get rid of privet shrubs choking out native trees.