Evergreen Plants for Winter
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Gardening and landscaping are a terrific hobby for many people, but it can sometimes get very technical. Whole careers can be built on knowing how to choose just the right tree or shrub for every climate and situation. Therefore, to simplify things, evergreen trees and shrubs can be a wonderful addition to any yard in winter.
They survive well in cold climates and provide plenty of shade for the warmer seasons. Choosing the right evergreen for your particular yard is a matter of size and space. Since landscaping can involve plenty of time and money, learning about the varieties of plants available to you can definitely make a difference to your wallet.
Evergreen trees like the fir, arborvitae and the spruce are a good choice for yards with plenty of space. These hardy trees begin their life in a triangular shape. They tend to grow quickly and can reach heights of over 50 feet. As they grow, most evergreen trees shed their lower limbs. This creates space below the tree that is nicely shaded.
The majority of these trees produce cones to contain their seeds and these cones make wonderful decorative pieces for the holiday season. Evergreen trees have large root areas, so planting beneath the tree can be quite difficult. Using a fir or spruce tree as cover for your picnic table is an excellent way to utilize the shade.
The trees tolerate very cold winters and warm summers.
Evergreen shrubs like the Japanese Yew or the Juniper shrub can be used for planting near driveways and doors. These shrubs cover ground quickly and can be trimmed to almost any shape.
Juniper shrubs spread to five or six feet in width in just a few years. They make the perfect shrub for a green doorway or entrance to your home. Japanese Yew shrubs are often trimmed to a round or pyramid shape as decoration for a yard. The female plants of the Yew produce bright red berries that make excellent color contrast for a landscape.
When the soil around your home is not suitable for delicate plants, evergreen trees can be the perfect choice to cover the ground. Australian pines and white fir trees grow well in even the sandiest location. They reach 10 feet in height in just a few years and, when planted close together, can provide a nice wind-break for your yard.
Canada hemlock and Canada Yew can grow in almost complete shade and are very well-suited for extreme temperatures. They also can be used to create warmth in a yard by blocking heavy winds.
Whether you live in northern climates or more southern areas, evergreen plants and trees make a wonderful addition to any landscape. They are inexpensive to purchase and provide color all year long. Evergreen trees are an excellent choice for novice landscapers.
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