You've been thinking about sprucing up your backyard by adding some new plants. Going to the local plant nursery can be overwhelming with all the options, so here are three great plants to consider that will thrive in your yard.

1. An Evergreen Showstopper

Adding an evergreen shrub or tree gives year-round color and structure. The key is choosing one well-suited to your climate. When at the plant nursery, seek advice on evergreen options hardy enough for your area. Some popular choices include holly bushes or small-leafed rhododendrons. With the right conditions, they make a statement even in winter when everything else has died back. Place your evergreen in a spot where you'll pass by it regularly so you can appreciate its resilience. An evergreen offers hope that spring will eventually return.

2. A Climbing Vine for Privacy

Vining plants lend vertical drama to any backyard. They also provide privacy and seclusion if trained up a trellis, pergola, or fence. Again, getting input at the plant nursery ensures you pick a hardy vine suitable for structures in your yard. Great vine options include clematis, trumpet honeysuckle, and passionflower. Let your vine ramble unpredictably for a natural look or tightly weave it into an organic screen. A climbing vine adds fun and beauty as it changes with the seasons.

3. A Nut Tree for Snacking Potential

Several tree varieties produce edible nuts full of protein and healthy fats. Unlike fruit, nut trees need minimal care once established. With awesome snacking potential right in your backyard, what's not to love? Depending on your region and space considerations, walnut, pecan, hazelnut, chestnut or almond trees make fine additions. Check with your local plant nursery to learn which nut trees grow best in your area. Then let the anticipation build as you wait several years for your first nut harvest.

With insider plant nursery advice in hand, envision how much joy these three plants can bring to your outdoor space. According to Zipdo, in the United States, the plant nursery industry is worth $18.3 billion. If you're looking to update the look and feel of your outdoor space, the right plants can help. Visit us, a local nursery at Amazing Grace Garden Center, to get expert guidance on the plants that may do well in your space.