Native to the eastern United States, Mountain Laurel is a small evergreen tree with glossy green leaves that blooms in late spring. It thrives in full shade and requires moist soil. Its beautiful ...

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Planting a diversity of shrubs, climbers and small trees, he adds, can help boost biodiversity. October to April is prime planting time, so have your spade at the ready. Urban gardens and balconies ...