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Top 10 Evergreens for Every Landscape
Episode 491
Evergreens are a great way to add year-round beauty and interest to your landscape. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, so there is an evergreen that is perfect for every landscape.
Here are our top evergreens for every landscape:
Vanderwolf Pine
Is a beautiful and hardy evergreen tree that is perfect for any landscape. It has a dense, pyramidal habit and grows to a height of 20-30 feet. The needles are a deep green color and are slightly twisted. The cones are small and round, and they mature in the fall. The Vanderwolf Pine is very tolerant of drought and heat, and it is also resistant to pests and diseases.
Austrian Pine
Is a fast-growing evergreen tree that is perfect for hedges, screens, or windbreaks. It has a dense, pyramidal habit and grows to a height of 50-60 feet. The needles are a dark green col-or and are short and stiff. The cones are large and oval-shaped, and they mature in the fall. The Austrian Pine is very tolerant of drought and heat, and it is also resistant to pests and diseases.
Oregon Green Pine
Is a slow-growing evergreen tree that is perfect for smaller landscapes. It has a dense, pyramidal habit and grows to a height of 15-20 feet. The needles are a deep green color and are soft and flexible. The cones are small and round, and they mature in the fall. The Oregon Green Pine is very tolerant of drought and heat, and it is also resistant to pests and diseases.
Arizona Cypress
Is a fast-growing evergreen tree that is perfect for hedges, screens, or wind-breaks. It has a dense, pyramidal habit and grows to a height of 50-60 feet. The foliage is a silvery-blue color and is very soft and fine. The cones are small and round, and they mature in the fall. The Arizona Cypress is very tolerant of drought and heat, and it is also resistant to pests and diseases.
Spruce
Are evergreens that are known for their soft, needle-like leaves and pyramidal shape. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes, from dwarf shrubs to tall trees. Spruces are also very tolerant of a variety of soil conditions and climates.
Juniper
Are versatile evergreens that can be used for groundcovers, hedges, or foundation plantings. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes, from low-growing shrubs to tall trees. Junipers are also very tolerant of a variety of soil conditions and climates.
When choosing evergreens for your landscape, be sure to consider the size and shape of the plants, as well as the soil conditions and climate. With a little planning, you can choose the perfect evergreens to add year-round beauty and interest to your landscape.
Visit Watters Garden Center for more information on evergreens and other landscape plants.
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