After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Classification of Hedges 2. Growing of Hedges 3. Maintenance. When shrub is planted on boundary for fencing, it is called as hedge. It may be ornamental or protective or both. Hedges also become an important feature of formal layout to serve various functions as screening of the area, out buildings, tennis [...]
This article throws light upon the top forty-four types of shrubs. The types are: 1. Acalypha (Euphorbiaceae) 2. Malvaviscus Arboreus (Malvaceae) 3. Barleria Cristata (Acanthaceae) 4. Brunsfelsia Americana (Solanaceae) 5. Brunsefelsia Pauciflora (Solanaceae) 6. Buddleia Asiatica (Scrophulareaceae) 7. Buddleia Madagascariensis (Scrophulearaceae) 8. Cassia Glauca (Leguminosae) and others. Type # 1. Acalypha (Euphorbiaceae): It is native of East Indies. This shrub [...]
This article throws light upon the nine main steps for growing of shrubs. The steps are: 1. Soil 2. Preparation of the Ground 3. Propagation of Shrubs 4. Planting of Shrubs 5. Watering 6. Filling of Gaps 7. Irrigation 8. Weeding 9. Pruning of Established Shrubs. Step # 1. Soil: Any garden soil is suitable for growing shrubs. Height and [...]