Evergreens and grasses

If you have yet to try ornamental grasses in your landscape, or you think one type looks much like any other grass, this garden plan will show you just how majestic and variable they can be. Plus, they're super low-maintenance, letting you plant them and pretty much forget them. #gardenplans #freegardenplans #bhggardenplans #gardening #bhg

Landscape layering is designing a garden that uses a variety of different plants positioned in multiple rows to form a casual, mixed border planting.

Johnsen Landscapes & Pools: Mixing ornamental grasses with evergreens works well in an exuberant plant border.

Explore the Ornamental Grasses blog for expert tips and inspiration on landscaping with ornamental grasses. Discover how to create stunning outdoor spaces.

Discover the ultimate guide on how to grow evergreens successfully in your garden. Learn the best practices, tips, and tricks to ensure your evergreen trees and shrubs thrive all year round. From choosing the right species for your climate to proper planting techniques and essential care routines, we've got you covered. Whether you're a novice gardener or a seasoned pro, this comprehensive resource will help you create a lush green paradise in your backyard.

I’ve been designing with ornamental grasses for decades and consider them an indispensable staple not only in my own garden but in those I design. In this post, I’ll share with you my favorite grasses that have done really well for me over the years and how to use them in the garden.

For the noble, spirelike shape that evergreen lovers admire so much, plant douglas fir. Though it's often featured as a lone tree, it also looks great massed as a screen in evergreen landscaping. #privacytrees #outdoorideas #patioideas #outdoortrends #backyardprivacy #bhg

Our evergreen landscaping ideas will have you shopping for fir, juniper, and spruce trees immediately. Find out all the ways you can use these versatile plants in your garden.

Pennisetum grass

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This incredibly pretty planting includes plants of great winter interest that will lift your spirits during the dull days of winter. Low maintenance, deer resistant and fairly easy to replicate, this planting includes top performing plants which have been awarded prestigious awards. Enjoy a glorious and colorful spectacle from winter to even spring!

Seeking shrubs for privacy, or year-round color? Discover evergreen shrubs that are suitable as landscape borders, ground covers, and hedges.

5-6 foot size is the "sweet spot" for evergreen shrubs in the home landscape. They're tall enough to be a substantial backbone planting, but not too large that they dwarf your house and block all the natural light.

Use these evergreen trees as living privacy screens or focal points that will stay green through the seasons.

Looking to add some texture and movement to your landscape? Explore our collection of the best ornamental grasses for full sun and landscaping. These drought-tolerant options thrive in sunny conditions, making them perfect for adding interest to your garden or yard. Whether you're looking for annual or perennial varieties, these ornamental grasses are sure to make a statement in any setting.

Garden lovers don't necessarily have to stop working outdoors, even in the winter. Many plants thrive in autumn and winter in the garden as well as in containers. The weather is often mild enough to sit outside, so why not dress up your balcony with nice evergreens, shrubs, or herbs?…