Front yard shrubs foundation planting

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Foundation plants have many functions. Possibly the most important is their ability to create an enticing, welcoming feeling in front of and surrounding a house. They add beauty, soften hard architectural lines, and improve the

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the best medium sized evergreen shrubs 5 - 6 '

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.

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Add beauty, texture and interest to the front of your home with these foundation shrubs, from spirea to boxwoods. Your curb appeal is about to get a huge upgrade.

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different types of shrubs with text overlay that says low growing shrubs for the front yard

Low growing shrubs for the front of the house are great for reducing yard maintenance. Many gardeners may not love pruning their shrubs every year. One way to make landscaping easier is to move beyond the typical overgrown plants and choose foundation varieties that stay compact. This list of 16 low growing bushes consists of both evergreen shrubs and flowering choices. They’re the perfect solution for outdoor gardens where homeowners who don’t enjoy pruning!

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Your Fall Planting Guide from Southern Living -- Read More! Fall is perfect for planting, since the weather is cooler, the sun is lower, and the days are shorter. Plus, planting in fall gives shrubs and trees some time to develop before entering winter dormancy. These Southern Living varieties will get your landscape off to a thriving start this fall! #fallisforplanting #fallgardening #fallplants #foundationplants #shrubs #southernliving #plantthis #gardentips

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