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Rose Family (Rosaceae)

How to Grow Mellow Yellow ‘Ogon’ Spirea: a Shrub for All Seasons

Categories Woody Shrubs/Ornamentals Tags Drought Tolerant, Rose Family (Rosaceae), Spirea
Morning light shining on blooming branches of Mellow Yellow ‘Ogon’ Spirea.

Ogon spirea is a mounding woody shrub that’s easy to grow in sunny locations in zones 4 to 8. Tiny white blossoms in early spring and colorful foliage in fall make it a striking focal point in hedges, mixed borders, or as a stand-alone specimen. Learn how to grow this attractive landscape plant now on Gardener’s Path.

How to Grow and Care for Spirea Bushes

Categories Woody Shrubs/Ornamentals Tags Drought Tolerant, Rose Family (Rosaceae), Spirea
Small clustered pink blooms of spirea flowers.

Woody shrubs give great structure to the garden, and ones that provide flowers as well as fall color are invaluable for multi-season interest. Spirea gives pretty spring flowers and bright green foliage that turns into vibrant fall color, and it’s fast and easy to grow! Get the full details here on Gardeners Path.

The Ultimate Guide to Growing Strawberries at Home

Categories Berries and Brambles, Perennials Tags Rose Family (Rosaceae), Spring, Strawberries
Two vibrant red strawberries hang from skinny stems towards the brown earth, growing on a plant in the sunshine with green leaves.

It’s really sad when you purchase a good-looking batch of strawberries only to find them bland, tart, or worse – nothing but mush. Have you tried growing your own? As a cold hardy perennial, you’ll be surprised how little is involved in growing a plant or two for some delicious snacking. Read more on Gardener’s Path.

5 Tips for Pruning Roses Like a Pro

Categories Flowers, Pruning, Weeding, and Maintenance Tags Rose Family (Rosaceae)
Tips For Pruning Roses | GardenersPath.com

Roses add an inviting touch of romance to a landscape. Be sure to keep yours in top form by pruning the right way at the right time. Did you know that you can adjust the quantity and size of blossoms by varying your cutting technique? Learn this and more with 5 pruning tips here on Gardener’s Path.

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