Spirea, or spiraea, are popular perennial shrubs with pretty blooms in spring and summer. They're generally low-maintenance, but now and again, these plants benefit from a prune. Spirea tend to get ...

Landscapers usually advise gardeners who are remaking an area in their yard to start with larger "foundation" plants. Shrubs can be used to add texture and form to your garden or they can provide an ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

Now's the time to dust off your loppers, pruning saw and secateurs and prepare plants for a top show this summer. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Sunderland Echo, you can get unlimited ...