If you'd like to add privacy, shade, or just a windbreak shrub to your yard, arborvitae are a great way to do that. Arborvitae belong to the cypress family and are versatile evergreen trees and shrubs ...

Besides looking great, some greenery can also serve essential functions. This is especially true when it comes to framing and bordering your yard. And if you're looking for something a little more ...

If you've ever tried to relax on your patio but had a sense of being watched, you know that privacy is a desirable feature in an outdoor area. Lots of options are available, but if you're looking for ...

This has been a breakout year so to speak when it comes to my prized, golden needle conifers by the name of Fluffy. But don’t get me wrong, I have loved them from the start, but they were trial-sized ...

Thuja plicata ‘Zebrina,’ commonly called Zebrina variegated Western red cedar. This is not your typical Western red cedar which grows so abundantly in the Pacific Northwest. This selection has bright ...

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