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Sand cherry's foliage is dark enough to serve as an effective backdrop for brightly colored plants.

Statement of the pros and cons of various options for snow-removal equipment for the homeowner. Shoveling, snowblowing and snow plow trucks as possible snow-removal equipment options are discussed.

Fall foliage picture of sumac.

This image shows a tombstone Halloween decoration engraved with the RIP epitaph. Tombstones with epitaphs are popular Halloween decorations for yards.

FAQ on security fences, illustrating why chain-link fencing makes the best security fences. Wrought iron is more attractive than chain-link fencing, but also more expensive.

Picture of licorice plants (Helichrysum petiolare). Also called trailing dusty miller, licorice plants are annuals north of zone 9.

The skull and crossbones design fits well into a pirate theme for Halloween decorating. Use this skull and crossbones as jack o'lantern pattern.

Landscape planning ideally begins even before buying a house, to avoid, e.g., the limitations on landscaping signaled by wetland plants. For folks who care about landscaping, buying houses entails more than inspecting the homes themselves; they should keep an eye out for wetland plants.

Landscaping glossary definition of climbers. Not all vines are considered climbers.

Tree pruning to take off dead or diseased branches can be done at any time of the year. But tree pruning that is meant to thin out flowering trees is best done in late winter or early spring

You can usually get away with pruning evergreen trees sparingly. However, in general, when there is a need for pruning evergreen trees, do so in late winter.

Picture of blue scilla bulb plants. Like tulips and daffodils, blue scilla bulb plants brighten our yards with spring cheer.

The holly and the ivy have been intertwined for ages -- and not only in the Christmas carol by that name. Their sylvan intertwining helps explain the meaning behind the lyrics of the Christmas carol, 'The Holly and the Ivy.'

Black iris picture.

Stack of presents Christmas lawn ornament photo.

Cordless electric pole chainsaws (also spelled 'chain saws') offer a safe alternative to standing on ladders for trimming high branches. The added reach of cordless electric pole chainsaws and their lack of a cord make them far preferable to regular chain saws.

Photo of Edens Magic Giant bergenia.

What landscaping jobs might you pursue after graduating from landscape design school? I asked a professional, and he related the landscaping jobs from which he learned the most.

Ten hurricane safety tips for your yard. These hurricane safety tips can minimize costly damage to yards.

When it comes to hydrangea flower heads, there are basically two things people look for:

1. Color
2. Size

'Incrediball' hydrangeas live up to their name, producing incredibly big, rounded flower heads. They can reach a size even larger than those on 'Annabelle.' The branches supporting those large flower heads are supposed to be stronger on 'Incrediball' hydrangeas, but I, personally didn't find them strong enough: Branch snapping occurred on mine during a heavy rain this summer.

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