Junipers are tough plants that can be found growing across the world, including in some of the most desolate areas. There are about 40 species of juniper, 13 of which are native to North America. In ...

One of the great things about junipers—along with the fact they’re usually ignored by deer—is how self-sufficient they are. Junipers practically set the gold standard for “plant ‘em and forget ‘em” ...

Planting bushes and shrubs can add depth and diversity to your landscape. You can use them to add splashes of color to your backyard or define borders, frames, or fences around your home. Bush ...

What: Juniperus chinensis ‘Kaizuka,’ or Hollywood Juniper, makes a striking specimen in the garden because of its upward twisting growth habit and its spreading, dense, irregular growth. This ...

Red cedar is a misnomer, for Juniperus virginiana is, in fact, a juniper as its Latin name suggests, not a cedar (Cedrus), and it belongs to the Cypress family. The name cedar is commonly applied to ...

This is the sixth in a series of articles dealing with plants that survive despite what we humans demand of them. These plants I have dubbed "Parking Lot Plants." So far I have written about Daylilies ...

A 28-acre wonderland of exotic and rare plants from all over the globe is opening for visitors – for this weekend only. The Juniper Level Botanic Garden opens for the public only once each season.