Many garden shrubs are sold as “over-the-tops” or self-contained, self-supporting vines. Some are so over-the-top in appearance that they are actually considered a hazard on driveways or near driveways in driveways, parking lots and so on. Unfortunately, many homeowners who do not know how to properly prune garden shrubs can damage these plants with improper pruning techniques. In addition, improper pruning may lead to weak, dwarf growth or leaves falling from the plant.
Pruning shrubs is a skill that can be learned over time. In fact, some of the most beautiful garden shrubs in history were developed by one-hand pruning. Examples of this include the hollyhocks, evergreen shrub Quercus castellani or the blue spruce, an evergreen shrub found in the Eastern U.S.
Shrubs should be trimmed regularly. For example, during the springtime, remove all the blooms and dead branches from the trunk. Trim the tree at the base with a pruning saw and then repot it. This process of pruning the tree will encourage new growth and produce a healthy, full bloom. The shrub may lose some of its foliage in the process but it will generally regain its beauty in no time.
You should never use pruning cuts to make the garden shrubs appear bushy. Shortening shrub branches and then growing them higher is a better idea than shortening the branch and leaving the middle area of the tree intact. This strategy makes the shrub appear bushy. In addition, shortening may attract bees to the plant since honey bees are attracted to plant growth and blooming. You may also choose to add some climbing foliage to the garden shrub to make it look more full and lush.
Choose the plants that complement your shrubs. While some plants may compete with your shrub for water, others can help the shrub thrives. Check out the climate in your area to see what types of plants work best in your area. Also check the colors of the plants to determine which ones complement each other. If you have several types of flowers, you may want to consider planting a combination of the colors so that you can increase the number of colors of flowers your garden has.
One good rule of thumb when planting garden shrubs is to plant taller plants at the back of your yard and shorter ones at the front. Taller plants will dominate the landscape and give your shrub a noticeable presence. Shorter ones should be placed in an open area behind the taller plants. In addition, you should never group two types of shrubs together because it will result in a garden that is visually busy and not aesthetically pleasing.
It’s also a good idea to avoid planting your shrub next to other plants. This is because if your shrub is planted too close to another plant, it could cause the other plant to become unnoticed. While some people may like the idea of their garden being surrounded by plants, it can actually distract from the beauty of the shrub. Instead, choose a location that allows the full bloom of each plant. In this way, your garden will have a better appearance and more impact than if you chose plants that were planted next to each other.
Planting shrubs is an easy way to improve your landscape and add beauty to your backyard. Just be sure that you select plants that compliment each other and are placed in the proper locations. If you want your shrubs to be the focal point of your garden, it’s important that you don’t crowd them. If you have a smaller garden, you can always incorporate an attractive fountains or bird baths to make your shrubs stand out. However, if you have a larger garden, there are other options available that will make your shrubs the focus of your landscaping.
