Simpson's Stopper is used to being passed over for more luxuriant shrubs such as pitch apple, viburnum and podocarpus. But it DOES have its place, literally, in areas that include AC units, pool equipment and trash receptacles. While three of ArtisTree’s five Plantopinions experts admit they don’t use this evergreen…
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“I’d love to hear why Turk's Cap isn’t used very much around here. I recently went to Cabbage Key on Pine Island and saw some beautiful ones in various landscapes.”-- ArtisTree Account Executive Johnny Kartheiser Thanks for your question, Johnny. We passed it on to three of ArtisTree's Plantopinions experts,…
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No one on ArtisTree’s Plantopinions panel doubts the magnificence of Southern magnolia trees. But it's their very magnificence (being impressively large) that can literally get in the way when homeowners plant them too close to their homes. The Southern magnolia, or Magnolia grandiflora, has been called the Clydesdale of magnolia trees,…
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Tibouchina trees and shrubs can be a challenge to grow, but their spectacular purple blossoms are worth it, right? Well, it depends. While ArtisTree's Plantopinion experts all acknowledge their breathtaking beauty, most gave a "yes, but" answer when asked if they'd recommend them. Tibouchinas certainly boast royal good looks, but…
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